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468 Daycare Centers in Phoenix, Arizona

Browse all 468 daycare centers in Phoenix, Arizona. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Phoenix

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.

  1. 1

    15025 North 19th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 59 children

    Kaleidoscope Preschool in Phoenix receives universal praise from parents for its loving, attentive staff and play-based curriculum that integrates academics. Parents consistently highlight the strong sense of community, excellent security measures, responsive communication, and individualized attention given to each child. Multiple reviewers note their children have thrived emotionally and academically, with staff going above and beyond to support families.

    caring and consistent staff with low turnoverwarm welcoming atmospherestrong security measuresplay-based learning curriculum
  2. 2

    2601 East Greenway Road, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children

    Small People Preschool Greenway receives universally positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, engaging activities, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and excited to attend. Many families have enrolled for multiple years and recommend the center highly.

    caring and loving staffclean facilitiesattentive teachersengaging activities and crafts
  3. 3

    3530 North 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children

    Camelback Holistic Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and directors (Emma and Terence), thoughtfully designed curriculum that balances academics with play-based learning, and the on-site chef who prepares fresh organic meals. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional skills, and appreciate the strong parent communication and supportive community environment.

    Caring and dedicated teachers and staffwarm and nurturing environmentplay-based and hands-on curriculumstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
  4. 4

    2132 West Glendale Avenue, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 29 children

    Mia Preschool & Childcare receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, safe and clean environment, and quality early childhood education. Parents report their children thrived academically, improved social-emotional skills, and felt excited about attending. The owner Elizabeth and teaching staff are consistently highlighted as dedicated, loving, and professional.

    Caring and friendly staffsafe and clean environmentstrong academic preparation for kindergartenSpanish-language instruction
  5. 5

    1401 East Liberty Lane, Phoenix, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 184 children

    God's Garden Child Development Center in Phoenix receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, family-like environment and child-centered curriculum. Parents consistently highlight Director Michelle Rhodes' leadership, the caring and educated staff, and the facility's focus on social-emotional development alongside academic preparation. Multiple families report their children thrive and are excited to attend.

    Safe and welcoming environmentchild-centered discovery-based curriculumexperienced and passionate staffDirector Michelle Rhodes' visible leadership and engagement
  6. 6

    801 East Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children

    Faith Lutheran Preschool in Phoenix receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and warm family-like community. Parents highlight the teachers' genuine engagement with children, individualized attention, and low staff turnover spanning 5-15+ years. Families report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with many expressing deep gratitude for the smooth transition back to work.

    Warmwelcoming atmosphereexperienced and caring teacherslow staff turnover
  7. 7

    4221 East Chandler Blvd, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    A Step Ahead Preschool & Montessori in Phoenix receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owners Aram and Maysa, along with teachers like Ms. Sarah and Ms. Katie, for creating a warm, nurturing, and enriching environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong developmental progress and genuine happiness about attending. The school is described as feeling like a second home with excellent communication, clean facilities,

  8. 8
    Learn N' Play, INC.
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    15626 South 42nd Street, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 161 children

    Learn N' Play receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong communication, cleanliness, and genuine care for children's development and emotional wellbeing across all age groups from infants to school-age. The facility is frequently recommended for providing a family-like atmosphere where both children and parents feel welcomed and supported.

    Caring and attentive staffClean facilityStrong parent-teacher communicationNurturing environment
  9. 9
    Natural Choice Academy
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    13840 North Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 182 children

    Parents consistently praise Natural Choice Academy as a loving, well-run center with highly trained and caring teachers who know each child individually. The facility is frequently highlighted for its organic, chef-prepared meals, beautiful outdoor spaces including nature play areas, and strong sense of community among families. Multiple parents report significant positive growth in their children and express deep satisfaction with the quality of care and education.

    Caring and attentive teachersorganic wholesome mealsoutdoor play areas with nature connectionstrong community and family events
  10. 10

    15815 North 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Desert Dawn Private School receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, attentive staff, balanced academics and play approach, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently highlight their children's positive growth, excellent communication, and the warm, family-like environment. Many parents report it was their preferred choice after visiting multiple facilities.

    Caring and nurturing staff with low turnoverbalanced play and academicsexcellent parent communication with photo/video updatesoutdoor spaces including playground with goats and garden

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Phoenix based on parent reviews

Kaleidoscope Preschool

5(20)

15025 North 19th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

Kaleidoscope Preschool in Phoenix receives universal praise from parents for its loving, attentive staff and play-based curriculum that integrates academics. Parents consistently highlight the strong sense of community, excellent security measures, responsive communication, and individualized attention given to each child. Multiple reviewers note their children have thrived emotionally and academically, with staff going above and beyond to support families.

caring and consistent staff with low turnoverwarm welcoming atmospherestrong security measures

Small People Preschool Greenway

5(20)

2601 East Greenway Road, Phoenix, AZ

Small People Preschool Greenway receives universally positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, engaging activities, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and excited to attend. Many families have enrolled for multiple years and recommend the center highly.

caring and loving staffclean facilitiesattentive teachers

Camelback Holistic Preschool

5(20)

3530 North 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ

Camelback Holistic Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and directors (Emma and Terence), thoughtfully designed curriculum that balances academics with play-based learning, and the on-site chef who prepares fresh organic meals. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional skills, and appreciate the strong parent communication and supportive community environment.

Caring and dedicated teachers and staffwarm and nurturing environmentplay-based and hands-on curriculum

Mia Preschool & Childcare, L.L.C.

5(15)

2132 West Glendale Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

Mia Preschool & Childcare receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, safe and clean environment, and quality early childhood education. Parents report their children thrived academically, improved social-emotional skills, and felt excited about attending. The owner Elizabeth and teaching staff are consistently highlighted as dedicated, loving, and professional.

Caring and friendly staffsafe and clean environmentstrong academic preparation for kindergarten

God'S Garden Child Development Center

5(14)

1401 East Liberty Lane, Phoenix, AZ

God's Garden Child Development Center in Phoenix receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, family-like environment and child-centered curriculum. Parents consistently highlight Director Michelle Rhodes' leadership, the caring and educated staff, and the facility's focus on social-emotional development alongside academic preparation. Multiple families report their children thrive and are excited to attend.

Safe and welcoming environmentchild-centered discovery-based curriculumexperienced and passionate staff

Faith Lutheran Preschool

5(14)

801 East Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ

Faith Lutheran Preschool in Phoenix receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and warm family-like community. Parents highlight the teachers' genuine engagement with children, individualized attention, and low staff turnover spanning 5-15+ years. Families report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with many expressing deep gratitude for the smooth transition back to work.

Warmwelcoming atmosphereexperienced and caring teachers

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Daycare Centers in Phoenix, Arizona

There are 468 daycare centers in Phoenix, 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 Phoenix, 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 Phoenix

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W.E.S.D.#6 - Acacia School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3021 West Evans Drive, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 896-5015
Scottsdale Child Care & Learning Center @ Carefree, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Scottsdale Child Care & Learning Center @ Carefree (operating as Busy Bees) for its exceptional staff, particularly director Amy and team members Kayla and Brianna. The center is noted for being clean, well-organized, and providing a family-like atmosphere where children feel safe, secure, and engaged in learning. Multiple parents highlight excellent communication, developmental growth, and their children's enthusiasm about attending.

Caring and professional staffclean facilitystrong leadership
Address
2717 West Carefree Highway, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 780-1786
D.V.U.S.D.#97 - Sonoran Foothills
Before or After School Daycare
Address
32150 North Foothills Drive, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 445-8400
D.V.U.S.D.#97 - Desert Mountain
Before or After School Daycare
Address
35959 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 445-3500
Stepping Stones Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
35812 North 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 465-4910
D.V.U.S.D.#97 - Desert Mountain Developmental Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
35959 North 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 445-4991
W.E.S.D.#6 - Mountain View Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
801 West Peoria Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 347-4196
W.E.S.D.#6 - Maryland Elementary
Headstart Programs
Address
6503 North 21st Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 347-2365
Montessori Day Schools - Mountainside
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9215 North 14th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 943-7672
Southwest Head Start @ Madison Park
Headstart Programs
Address
1431 East Campbell Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 266-3065
Tutor Time Child Care/ Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools

Tutor Time Child Care in Phoenix receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, particularly directors and teachers by name, along with modern features like live-feed cameras and strong educational focus. The facility is described as clean, well-managed, and creating a welcoming environment where children thrive.

Caring and attentive staffexperienced teacherslive-feed camera app for parent communication
Address
875 East Bell Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 938-5257
P.V.U.S.D.#69 - Indian Bend Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3633 East Thunderbird Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 449-3200
P.V.U.S.D.#69 - Whispering Wind Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
15844 North 43rd Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 485-7077
Southwest Head Start @ Campo Bello
Headstart Programs
Address
2650 East Contention Mine Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 788-2464
Valley Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Valley Child Care & Learning Center (operating as Busy Bees) in Phoenix receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the nurturing and professional staff, engaging BeeCurious curriculum, clean and secure facilities, strong communication through daily updates and photos, and the sense of community created among families and staff. Children show excitement about attending and demonstrable growth in learning and development.

Professional and caring
Address
4041 East Cactus Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 996-2500
W.E.S.D.#6 - Shaw Butte School
Headstart Programs
Address
12202 North 21st Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 347-4215
Southwest Head Start @ Machan School
Headstart Programs
Address
2140 East Virginia Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 218-8678
Compass Educational Programs
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2435 East Pecan Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 354-4179
P.E.S.D.#1 - Dunbar Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
707 West Grant Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 523-8918
K.E.S.D.#28 - Lomas Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
11820 South Warner Elliot Loop, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(480) 783-2848
Kiddie Kare #1
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Kiddie Kare for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like family. Multiple long-term families highlight strong communication, clean facilities, and a warm, respectful environment that gives them peace of mind. Directors Miss Bella and Miss Martha are specifically commended for their dedication and customer service.

caring and attentive staffexcellent communicationclean and organized facility
Address
4411 North 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 240-2280
Reid Traditional Schools' Painted Rock Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
14800 North 25th Drive, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 466-8255
St. Jerome Preschool
Church Daycare
Address
10815 North 35th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 942-5644
P.V.U.S.D.#69 - Wildfire Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3997 East Lockwood Drive, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(480) 346-3020
Southwest Head Start @ Echo Mountain
Headstart Programs
Address
1811 East Michigan Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 867-8792
K.E.S.D.#28 Kyrene De La Estrella
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2620 East Liberty Lane, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(480) 783-1826
W.E.S.D.#6 - Lookout Mountain
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
15 West Coral Gables Drive, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 896-5900
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise this KinderCare location for its thoughtful classroom design, intentional approach to child development, and strong leadership under Director Christi. The center has undergone recent improvements in staffing and curriculum while maintaining quality despite rapid enrollment growth. Parents highlight excellent communication, daily activity updates via app, and staff who genuinely care about children's wellbeing and development.

Thoughtful classroom layout and setupage-appropriate curriculumresponsive and transparent leadership
Address
4120 East Ranch Circle North, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(480) 759-9879
Community Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3737 East Shea Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 953-9532
St. Vincent De Paul Extended Care
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3130 North 51st Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 873-8060

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Frequently asked questions

There are 468 all daycares in Phoenix, Arizona. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Phoenix, 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
Phoenix offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 234 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 68 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 28 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 138 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 Phoenix for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Phoenix 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.