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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

Showing 468 results

Montessori Center School
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
8625 North 19th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 678-4470
Valley Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1520 West Rose Garden Lane, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 516-7747
Arizona Cultural Academy & College Prep. Montessori
Before or After School Daycare
Address
7810 South 42nd Place, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 454-1222
Most Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Parish Phoenix Child Care Center
Before or After School Daycare
Address
535 East Alice Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 943-9058
Southwest Head Start @ Palomino School
Headstart Programs
Address
15833 North 29th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 923-6234
R.E.S.D.#66 - Foot Hills Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
930 West Alta Vista Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 268-9618
Valley Child Care & Learnnig Center #1012
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise this daycare for its caring, family-like environment and professional staff who show genuine love for the children. Reviews highlight excellent communication, cleanliness, developmental progress, and staff members who are known by name and go above and beyond in their care. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings with no complaints reported.

Warm and caring stafffamily-like atmosphereexcellent daily communication with parents
Address
3920 East Southern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 437-3400
P.E.S.D.#1 - Emerson Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
915 East Palm Lane, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 257-3908
St Theresa Little Flower Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5001 East Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 840-0010
R.E S.D.#66 - Bernard Black School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6550 South 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 304-3180
P.E.S.D.#1 - Faith North School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
910 East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 257-3901
Keystone Montessori Charter School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1025 East Liberty Lane, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(480) 460-7312
Desert Garden Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5130 East Warner Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(480) 496-9833
T.U.H.S.D.#213 - Mountain Pointe Early Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4201 East Knox Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(480) 759-6139
Northwest Christian Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
16401 North 43rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 978-5134
D.V.U.S.D.#97 - Canyon Springs
Before or After School Daycare
Address
42901 North 45th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 376-5278
P.E.S.D.#1 - Kenilworth Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1210 North 5th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 257-3889
W.E.S.D.#6 - Lakeview Extended Day
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3040 West Yucca Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 896-5858
P.E.S.D.#1 - Whittier Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2000 North 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 523-8698
Horizon Community Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
Address
16233 South 48th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(480) 659-3182
Awakening Seed School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6630 South 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 454-2606
Woodbridge Private School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1535 West Parkside Lane, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 428-1605
A.E.S.D.#68 - Head Start - Granada Primary School
Headstart Programs
Address
3232 West Campbell Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 246-5155
Childtime Children'S Center/Childtime Childcare
Church Daycare

Childtime Children's Center in Phoenix receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and professional staff, strong teacher-parent communication, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive developmentally and emotionally at the facility, with many describing it as a second home. The center's use of cameras and apps for parent access is frequently highlighted as a valuable feature.

Caring and professional staffexcellent teacher-parent communicationdaily updates via app and photos/videos
Address
1212 East Glendale Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 943-4196
Hummingbird Learning Center L L C
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3427 East Bell Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 996-1345
C.C.U.S.D.#93 - Horseshoe Trails Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5405 East Pinnacle Vista Dr, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(480) 272-8500
W.E.S.D.#6 - Ocotillo Preschool & Extended Day
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3225 West Ocotillo Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 347-2415
M.S.D.#21 - W.R. Sullivan School Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
2 North 31st Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 353-5181
M.S.D.#21 - Murphy Head Start - Alfred F. Garcia School
Headstart Programs
Address
1441 South 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 353-5181
P.E.S.D.#1 - Shaw Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
123 North 13th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 257-3909

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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.