Best Daycare Centers in Mesa, AZ
Compare 148 daycare centers in Mesa. Average rating: 4.24/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Mesa, Arizona at a glance
- Daycares
- 148
- Avg rating
- 4.24/5
- Parent reviews
- 1,369
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 25
Mesa has 148 licensed daycares with 1,369 parent reviews averaging 4.24/5.Notable: 12 Montessori programs offer alternative early-learning approaches.The highest-rated options cluster around 85207 (avg 4.7 stars), while 85204 has the largest selection (22 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mesa
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Munchkins' Place Learning Center4.72 score4.9(20)
2111 South Alma School Road, #15, Mesa, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children
Parents consistently praise Munchkins' Place Learning Center for its nurturing, safe environment and high-quality staff who genuinely care for children. The facility excels in developmental support including potty training, speech development, language instruction, and kindergarten readiness. Parents appreciate the reasonable pricing, strong communication, and the children's enthusiasm for attending.
Kind and patient staffsafe and clean environmentlanguage instructionspeech development support - 2Noah'S Ark Preschool4.65 score4.9(13)
2745 North 32nd Street, Mesa, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children
Noah's Ark Preschool in Mesa receives unanimous praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the dedicated, caring staff, strong Christian environment, and structured yet creative approach to early childhood education. Children reportedly show significant academic growth and emotional development while enjoying their time at the school.
Dedicated and caring teachersChristian/faith-based educationstructured learning environment that encourages creativitystrong academic growth (including language skills) - 3The Preschool At Red Mountain United Methodist Church4.64 score5(9)
2936 North Power Road, Mesa, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 58 children
Parents consistently praise The Preschool at RMUMC for its warm, nurturing environment and highly dedicated teachers who provide individualized attention. Reviews highlight a balanced curriculum combining academics, play, and social-emotional development within a Christ-centered community. Children reportedly show genuine excitement about attending and develop strong foundational skills for future success.
Warm and nurturing environmentdedicated and patient teachersbalanced curriculumfaith-based values - 4Queen Of Peace Parish School4.64 score4.8(20)
141 North Macdonald Street, Mesa, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 59 children
Queen of Peace Parish School is a highly-rated religious facility in Mesa with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the welcoming community atmosphere, dedicated clergy, quality religious education programs, and bilingual services. The facility has maintained its reputation over decades with multi-generational family involvement.
Welcoming and friendly communityknowledgeable and caring priests and deaconsquality religious education and sacrament preparationbilingual services (English and Spanish) - 5Sunrise Preschools #2224.64 score4.8(20)
2734 South Alma School Road, Mesa, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 153 children
Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschool #222 for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Multiple reviewers highlight excellent communication, nutritious meals, and how the facility helped with transitions like drop-offs and potty training. All 10 reviews rate the center 5/5 stars.
Caring and attentive teachersexcellent staff communicationnutritious and varied mealschild development and learning progress - 6
161 North Mesa Drive, Mesa, AZ · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 28 children
Note: Reviews provided are for First Presbyterian Church, not the Head Start program specifically. Reviewers praise the church's worship services, music program, and welcoming community, with one mention of a preschool program. No substantive reviews of the Head Start daycare program were available.
Friendly and welcoming staffstrong music programspiritual environmenthelpful community members - 7Organic Beginnings Preschool4.62 score5(8)
521 North Alma School Road, Mesa, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children
Parents unanimously praise Organic Beginnings Preschool for its nature-based, play-centered curriculum and beautiful facilities. Director Angelina is consistently highlighted for her knowledge, passion, and attentiveness to child development. Children reportedly thrive in the program and enjoy attending daily.
Nature-based learning environmentdirector Angelina's expertise and professionalismon-site garden and animalsbeautiful facilities with outdoor oasis space - 8Bridges Early Childhood Education4.56 score4.7(20)
1201 North 66th Street, Mesa, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 117 children
Bridges Early Childhood Education in Mesa receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, welcoming environment, and focus on imaginative play and child development. Children show strong attachment to the school and demonstrate noticeable growth in social and academic skills.
Caring and attentive staffpatient teacherswelcoming environmentstrong communication with parents - 9Sunrise Preschools #1344.48 score4.6(20)
102 North Lindsay Road, Mesa, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 208 children
Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschools #134 for its caring, professional staff and clean facilities. Children are reported to be excited about attending, and parents feel comfortable and supported by management. The center is noted for accommodating special needs, maintaining open communication, and providing reasonable pricing.
Caring and trustworthy staffclean facilitychild enthusiasm for schoolstrong communication with parents - 10Tutor Time Child Care / Learning Centers4.48 score4.6(20)
1928 North Gilbert Road, Mesa, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 220 children
Tutor Time of Mesa receives consistently high praise from parents for exceptional staff care, strong communication, and academic preparation. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, director Tina's leadership, and staff dedication to children's emotional and developmental needs. The center is known for low teacher turnover and making families feel supported.
Caring and dedicated staffstrong parent communication and daily updatesclean and safe environmentacademic advancement
Rating Distribution
Based on 82 daycares with Google ratings in Mesa
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 1,369 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Mesa, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Mesa zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85207 | 8 | 4.7 | 1 | |
| 85215 | 5 | 4.6 | 1 | |
| 85208 | 5 | 4.6 | 1 | |
| 85213 | 7 | 4.5 | 4 | |
| 85210 | 12 | 4.44 | 4 | |
| 85209 | 9 | 4.3 | 1 | |
| 85201 | 20 | 4.28 | 5 | |
| 85203 | 18 | 4.23 | 4 | |
| 85202 | 16 | 4.21 | 2 | |
| 85204 | 22 | 4.07 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Mesa (10–577 children)
Small
up to 30 children
32
Medium
31–75 children
60
Large
76–150 children
22
Very Large
150+ children
34
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Mesa based on parent reviews
Munchkins' Place Learning Center
2111 South Alma School Road, #15, Mesa, AZ
Parents consistently praise Munchkins' Place Learning Center for its nurturing, safe environment and high-quality staff who genuinely care for children. The facility excels in developmental support including potty training, speech development, language instruction, and kindergarten readiness. Parents appreciate the reasonable pricing, strong communication, and the children's enthusiasm for attending.
Noah'S Ark Preschool
2745 North 32nd Street, Mesa, AZ
Noah's Ark Preschool in Mesa receives unanimous praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the dedicated, caring staff, strong Christian environment, and structured yet creative approach to early childhood education. Children reportedly show significant academic growth and emotional development while enjoying their time at the school.
The Preschool At Red Mountain United Methodist Church
2936 North Power Road, Mesa, AZ
Parents consistently praise The Preschool at RMUMC for its warm, nurturing environment and highly dedicated teachers who provide individualized attention. Reviews highlight a balanced curriculum combining academics, play, and social-emotional development within a Christ-centered community. Children reportedly show genuine excitement about attending and develop strong foundational skills for future success.
Queen Of Peace Parish School
141 North Macdonald Street, Mesa, AZ
Queen of Peace Parish School is a highly-rated religious facility in Mesa with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the welcoming community atmosphere, dedicated clergy, quality religious education programs, and bilingual services. The facility has maintained its reputation over decades with multi-generational family involvement.
Sunrise Preschools #222
2734 South Alma School Road, Mesa, AZ
Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschool #222 for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Multiple reviewers highlight excellent communication, nutritious meals, and how the facility helped with transitions like drop-offs and potty training. All 10 reviews rate the center 5/5 stars.
Maricopa County Human Services - First Presbyterian Church Head Start
161 North Mesa Drive, Mesa, AZ
Note: Reviews provided are for First Presbyterian Church, not the Head Start program specifically. Reviewers praise the church's worship services, music program, and welcoming community, with one mention of a preschool program. No substantive reviews of the Head Start daycare program were available.
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Daycare Centers in Mesa, Arizona
Mesa offers 148 childcare options, ranging from independent centers to established chains, allowing parents to find a setting that fits their specific needs. Many families highlight the welcoming atmosphere and beautiful locations when sharing their experiences. For those prioritizing high satisfaction, the 85207 neighborhood stands out with an average rating of 4.7 stars across its eight facilities.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Mesa have an average rating of 4.24 out of 5 across 82 rated facilities, with 30% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 1,369 parent reviews. Parents in Mesa most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, caring and attentive staff, and beautiful location.
When choosing a daycare in Mesa, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Daycare Centers in Mesa
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- Address
- 1230 North Gilbert Road, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 890-1580
Parents consistently praise this KinderCare location for its caring, attentive staff and warm, welcoming environment. Multiple reviews highlight the director Danielle and other staff members by name as genuinely loving and invested in each child's development. Parents appreciate daily communication through the app, strict health protocols, engaging activities, and the sense that staff go above and beyond in their roles.
- Address
- 6037 East Mcdowell Road, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 396-2060
- Address
- 1350 South Lindsay Road, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 472-6746
- Address
- 1130 South San Jose Street, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 969-3781
- Address
- 9701 East Southern Avenue, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 688-1622
- Address
- 10045 East Madero Avenue, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 984-8947
Parents consistently praise Childtime Children's Center in Mesa for exceptional staff care, strong educational programming, and a warm, welcoming environment. Children show significant academic and social growth, and parents appreciate the communication, longevity of staff, and family involvement activities. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting high parent satisfaction.
- Address
- 5154 East Adobe Street, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 830-6755
- Address
- 1010 South Ellsworth Road, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 444-8287
- Address
- 807 North Stapley Drive, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 635-1900
- Address
- 8045 East Portobello Avenue, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 507-1404
- Address
- 10115 East University, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 327-7300
- Address
- 9800 East Quarterline Road, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 380-1948
- Address
- 1829 North Grand, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 472-5000
- Address
- 738 South Longmore, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 472-4300
- Address
- 630 North Hunt Drive, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 472-7500
- Address
- 9800 East Quarterline Road, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 472-9132
Parents consistently praise Bright Horizons at Banner Baywood for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and low turnover. They highlight the small class sizes, structured curriculum, and strong communication through their app. Multiple families report their children are happy, safe, and developmentally advanced.
- Address
- 6435 East Baywood Avenue, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 218-1785
- Address
- 6915 East Guadalupe Road, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 632-4739
Parents consistently praise this KinderCare location for its exceptional staff and caring environment. Director Tiffany and her team are frequently highlighted for their hands-on involvement, communication, and ability to make children happy and comfortable. Multiple parents note significant child development and feel confident leaving their children in care.
- Address
- 1810 East Southern Avenue, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 892-9327
- Address
- 733 North Longmore, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 472-4919
- Address
- 815 North Gilbert Road, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 964-1381
- Address
- 7301 East Brown Road, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 472-8183
Parents consistently praise Children's Learning Adventure (also referred to as Crème de la Creme) for exceptional staff dedication, warm welcoming environment, and quality educational programs. The center is noted for beautiful facilities, specialized learning spaces, and teachers who genuinely care for children's development and wellbeing. All reviewers report positive experiences with responsive leadership and staff who go above and beyond, including accommodating special needs.
- Address
- 1842 South Crismon Road, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 986-2251
- Address
- 8226 East Apache Trail, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 986-9784
- Address
- 2834 East Southern Avenue, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 926-8375
- Address
- 1241 East Mckellips Road, Ste 100, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 307-9644
- Address
- 851 North Stapley Drive, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 834-6202
- Address
- 539 North Center Street, Mesa, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 247-3472
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- Child Daycare & Preschools — 93 facilities
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