How do I choose the right daycare in Nogales?

When choosing a daycare in Nogales, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Arizona's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Arizona) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

Daycare Centers in Nogales, Arizona (11 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Nogales?

Nogales offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities Headstart Programs — 3 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Arizona?

Daycare costs in Arizona typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Nogales for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Nogales

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.

Smart Kids

4.67 score

5(10)

939 North Perkins Avenue, Nogales, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

Smart Kids Preschool in Nogales receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the exceptional staff, qualified director, and strong academic curriculum. Parents report significant learning gains in literacy, math, and kindergarten readiness within short timeframes, with children mastering letters, reading, writing, and numbers.

Qualified and dedicated directorexperienced and patient teachersengaging curriculum covering arts/music/physical education/literacyclean facilities

Akira'S Learning Center L.L.C.

4.27 score

4.5(6)

1200 East Patagonia Highway, Ste# 2, Nogales, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

Parents consistently praise Akira's Learning Center for its caring staff, clean facility, and quality educational programming. The center is noted as the only daycare in Nogales that accepts infants and serves healthy meals. Multiple reviewers highlight the director's willingness to work with families and the engaging activities offered.

Attentive and professional staffwell-kept and sanitized facilityeducational curriculum (ABC'scounting

Daycare Centers in Nogales, Arizona

There are 11 daycare centers in Nogales, Arizona. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Nogales, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 11 all daycares in Nogales, Arizona. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Nogales, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Arizona's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Arizona)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Nogales offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
Headstart Programs — 3 facilities

Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Daycare costs in Arizona typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Nogales for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Nogales must be licensed by Arizona's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

11 Daycare Centers in Nogales, Arizona

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Nogales

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Smart Kids

Nogales Head Start

Akira'S Learning Center L.L.C.

Rain Forest Montessori Preschool & Day Care Center, INC

Sonshine Christian Preschool

Western Head Start

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