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90 Daycare Centers in Tempe, Arizona

Browse all 90 daycare centers in Tempe, Arizona. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Tempe

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
    Maple Bear Tempe Early Learning Center
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1255 West Elliot Road, Tempe, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 155 children

    Parents consistently praise Maple Bear for its structured curriculum, caring and stable staff, and strong educational foundation that prepares children for kindergarten. The center is noted for maintaining consistent teacher-student relationships, cleanliness, security, and excellent communication with parents. All reviewers report high satisfaction with their children's development and progress.

    Consistentexperienced staff with low turnoverstructured daily curriculumstrong teacher-student relationships
  2. 2
    Bridges Preschool
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    7570 South Willow Drive, Tempe, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 162 children

    Parents consistently praise Bridges Preschool for its caring, qualified staff and welcoming environment. Director Erika and the teaching team receive particular recognition for their attentiveness, patience, and genuine care for children's development. Multiple parents report significant growth in their children's social, emotional, and academic skills.

    Welcoming and professional staffstrong safety protocols and communicationqualified and degreed teacherscaring and patient environment
  3. 3
    Yad B Yad Children'S Center
    4.6 score
    4.9(10)

    5801 South Rural Road, Tempe, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    Yad B'Yad Children's Center in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and professional staff, small class sizes, strong sense of community, age-appropriate activities, and welcoming interfaith environment that incorporates Jewish traditions without pressure. Parents report feeling confident in their children's safety, development, and emotional well-being.

    Caring and professional teacherssmall class sizesindividualize
  4. 4
    Fit N' Fun Educational Center
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    1700 East Elliot Road, #9, Tempe, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 169 children

    Parents consistently praise Fit N' Fun Educational Center for its caring, knowledgeable staff who create a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment. Families report their children are excited to attend, thrive academically and socially, and develop a genuine love of learning. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and returned over many years.

    Compassionate and attentive teacherssafe environmentcleanlinesseducational quality
  5. 5
    Sunrise Preschools #123
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    9880 South Rural Road, #116, Tempe, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 178 children

    Sunrise Preschools #123 in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple reviews. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, age-appropriate curriculum, clean facilities, and nurturing environment that supports children's development from infancy through preschool. Multiple parents report their children thriving academically and emotionally, with strong teacher-parent communication and a welcoming community atmosphere.

    Dedicated and patient staffnurturing environmentclean facilitiesage-appropriate and engaging curriculum
  6. 6
    Alegrias Child Care & Learning Center
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    7420 South Rural Road, Tempe, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 114 children

    Alegrias Child Care & Learning Center in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring, bilingual staff, clean facility, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Parents report feeling comfortable and supported, with strong relationships built between staff and families over multiple years.

    Caring and attentive staffbilingual teachersclean and well-maintained facilitydaily photo updates
  7. 7
    T.E.S.D.#3 - Getz School
    4.53 score
    4.9(7)

    625 West Cornell Drive, Tempe, AZ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 340 children

    Getz School receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers who praise the dedicated, caring staff and the significant developmental progress their children have made. Parents consistently highlight the professionalism, cleanliness, and supportive environment, with particular appreciation for specific teachers like Miss Maggie, Miss Leah, and Miss Laurie.

    Dedicated and caring staffprofessional teachersclean facilitychild development and progress
  8. 8
    Heartprints Montessori
    4.49 score
    4.9(6)

    1735 South College Avenue, Tempe, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 59 children

    Parents consistently praise Heartprints Montessori for its caring staff, effective Montessori teaching methods, and positive developmental outcomes. Children show notable growth in language, academic skills, and social-emotional development. The small facility size allows staff to know all students well.

    caring and experienced staffMontessori approach promotes developmentchildren show academic progress (readingwriting
  9. 9
    Gethsemane Lutheran Church & School
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    1035 East Guadalupe Road, Tempe, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 178 children

    Gethsemane Lutheran Church & School in Tempe is highly regarded by families who praise its welcoming community and faith-based environment. Parents highlight the school's compassionate handling of behavioral challenges, safety during COVID-19, and strong children's ministry programs. Families describe feeling at home and experiencing personal spiritual growth through the church and school community.

    welcoming and friendly communitybiblical teachings relevant to dai
  10. 10
    Maricopa County Human Services - Westside Multi Generational Head Start
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    715 West 5th Street, Room 137, Tempe, AZ · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 59 children

    Parents consistently praise this Head Start center as a welcoming, modern facility with helpful staff and diverse programming for children and families. Reviewers highlight the friendly security, community support, and range of activities available. One parent specifically commended staff member Tonia for going above and beyond to provide resources.

    Helpful and personable staffmodern facilitydiverse activities and programsfriendly security

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Tempe based on parent reviews

Maple Bear Tempe Early Learning Center

4.9(20)

1255 West Elliot Road, Tempe, AZ

Parents consistently praise Maple Bear for its structured curriculum, caring and stable staff, and strong educational foundation that prepares children for kindergarten. The center is noted for maintaining consistent teacher-student relationships, cleanliness, security, and excellent communication with parents. All reviewers report high satisfaction with their children's development and progress.

Consistentexperienced staff with low turnoverstructured daily curriculum

Bridges Preschool

4.8(20)

7570 South Willow Drive, Tempe, AZ

Parents consistently praise Bridges Preschool for its caring, qualified staff and welcoming environment. Director Erika and the teaching team receive particular recognition for their attentiveness, patience, and genuine care for children's development. Multiple parents report significant growth in their children's social, emotional, and academic skills.

Welcoming and professional staffstrong safety protocols and communicationqualified and degreed teachers

Yad B Yad Children'S Center

4.9(10)

5801 South Rural Road, Tempe, AZ

Yad B'Yad Children's Center in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and professional staff, small class sizes, strong sense of community, age-appropriate activities, and welcoming interfaith environment that incorporates Jewish traditions without pressure. Parents report feeling confident in their children's safety, development, and emotional well-being.

Caring and professional teacherssmall class sizesindividualize

Fit N' Fun Educational Center

5(7)

1700 East Elliot Road, #9, Tempe, AZ

Parents consistently praise Fit N' Fun Educational Center for its caring, knowledgeable staff who create a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment. Families report their children are excited to attend, thrive academically and socially, and develop a genuine love of learning. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and returned over many years.

Compassionate and attentive teacherssafe environmentcleanliness

Sunrise Preschools #123

4.7(20)

9880 South Rural Road, #116, Tempe, AZ

Sunrise Preschools #123 in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple reviews. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, age-appropriate curriculum, clean facilities, and nurturing environment that supports children's development from infancy through preschool. Multiple parents report their children thriving academically and emotionally, with strong teacher-parent communication and a welcoming community atmosphere.

Dedicated and patient staffnurturing environmentclean facilities

Alegrias Child Care & Learning Center

4.7(20)

7420 South Rural Road, Tempe, AZ

Alegrias Child Care & Learning Center in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring, bilingual staff, clean facility, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Parents report feeling comfortable and supported, with strong relationships built between staff and families over multiple years.

Caring and attentive staffbilingual teachersclean and well-maintained facility

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Daycare Centers in Tempe, Arizona

There are 90 daycare centers in Tempe, 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 Tempe, 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 Tempe

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Mill Avenue Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Mill Avenue Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who commend the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the school's professionalism, communication, safety measures, educational activities, and strong leadership under current management.

Caring and loving staffattentive individual attention to childrenexcellent leadership and management
Address
4431 South Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 839-3306
Mi Escuelita Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Parents consistently praise Mi Escuelita for its caring, passionate staff who create a warm and stimulating environment. The bilingual curriculum, focus on social-emotional development, cleanliness, and strong communication are highlighted as major strengths. Children reportedly thrive and eagerly attend, with parents noting significant improvements in behavior and learning compared to other facilities.

Exceptional and passionate staffbilingual curriculum (English and Spanish)warm and stimulating environment
Address
2747 West Southern Avenue, Ste 4, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 292-9233
A B C Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

ABC Preschool has highly polarized reviews ranging from 5 stars to 1 star. Positive reviews praise the clean facility, attentive staff, in-room cameras, and child development, while negative reviews report serious concerns including unreported injuries, inadequate supervision, harsh discipline, and unprofessional staff behavior.

Clean facilityattentive and caring staffin-room cameras for monitoring
Address
6311 South Rural Road, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 839-0111
Kid Zone - Kyrene De Los Ninos
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1330 East Dava Drive, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 541-4631
Kid Zone - Kyrene Del Norte
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1331 East Redfield Road, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 783-3378
T.U.H.S.D.#213 - Corona Del Sol Early Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1001 East Knox Road, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 752-8874
T.E.S.D.#3 - Thew Preschool
Headstart Programs
Address
2130 East Howe Avenue, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 894-5574
Bright Horizons Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bright Horizons at ASU Research Park receives consistently high praise from long-term families. Parents highlight the caring and experienced staff, structured curriculum, clean facilities, strong community feel, and excellent communication as key strengths. Multiple reviewers report their children have thrived academically and socially, with some families staying for 7-10+ years.

Caring and trustworthy staff with low turnoverage-appropriate curriculum focused on developmental milestonesclean and well-maintained facilities
Address
7660 South Research Drive, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 775-6607
T.U.H.S.D.#213 - Mcclintock High Early Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1830 East Del Rio Drive, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 752-8651
Little Rascals Learning Center L.L.C
Child Daycare & Preschools

Little Rascals Learning Center in Tempe receives universally positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the staff's dedication, communication, cleanliness, and individualized care for children. Parents consistently highlight significant developmental progress and note feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care.

Dedicated and caring teachersexcellent communication and daily updatessafe and clean facility
Address
1116 South Mcclintock Dr, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 966-9643
Sonshine Preschool
Church Daycare
Address
715 West Southern Avenue, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 967-3991
Little Rascals Learning Center #3
Child Daycare & Preschools

Little Rascals Learning Center #3 in Tempe receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are happy, excited to attend, and feel the center provides quality care comparable to a second home. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organization, activities, and strong communication with families.

caring and kind staffwelcoming environmentchildren happy and excited to a
Address
139 East Southern Avenue, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 699-5659
Noor Academy Of Arizona
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1130 West 23rd Street, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 829-1443
Kid Zone - Fuller School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1975 East Cornell Drive, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 897-6228
Kid Zone - Waggoner School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1050 East Carver Road, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 350-2424
Kid Zone - Rover School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1300 East Watson Drive, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 897-7122
Bright Horizons At Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bright Horizons at ASU Research Park in Tempe receives consistently excellent reviews from long-term families. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff, clean facilities, structured curriculum, strong community feel, and exceptional communication. Multiple families report their children have thrived academically and socially, with some having attended for 7-10+ years.

Caring and trustworthy staff with low turnoverstructured age-appropriate curriculumclean and
Address
910 South Terrace Road, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 921-2737
Kid Zone - Holdeman School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1326 West 18th Street, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 966-9934
Kid Zone - Getz
Before or After School Daycare
Address
625 West Cornell Drive, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 897-6233
Kid Zone - Kyrene De Las Manitas School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1201 West Courtney Lane, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 541-3631
Kid Zone - Ward School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1965 East Hermosa Drive, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 491-8871
Life Time - Tempe
Child Daycare & Preschools

This is not a daycare center—these reviews are for Life Time, a fitness club and spa facility in Tempe. Reviews consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, extensive amenities, and exceptional staff who create a welcoming community atmosphere. Parents particularly highlight the childcare center staff (Taylor, Kelcee, and Tyler) for their attentive, caring approach to children.

Clean facilitiestop-quality equipment and amenities (poolssaunas
Address
1616 West Ruby Drive, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 705-8855
Kid Zone - Curry School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1974 East Meadow Drive, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 967-8336
The French American School Of Arizona
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2222 South Price Road, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 334-9655
Kid Zone - Arredondo School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1330 East Carson Drive, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 897-2744
Valley Child Care & Learning Center #1003
Child Daycare & Preschools

Valley Child Care & Learning Center #1003 in Tempe receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, personable staff and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the center's flexibility, individualized attention to children, meal provision, allergy accommodations, and affordable pricing as major benefits. Multiple families have used the facility for years and report their children are excited to attend and form strong bonds with teachers.

Address
2121 East Broadway Road, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 968-1157
T.E.S.D.#3 - Laird Preschool / C.O.T.
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1500 North Scovel Street, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 941-2440
K.E.S.D.#28 - C.I. Waggoner Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1050 East Carver Road, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 541-5600
T.E.S.D.#3 - Rover Elementary School / Cot Pre
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1300 East Watson Drive, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 897-7122
T.E.S.D.#3 - Aguilar Preschool / C.O.T.
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5800 South Forest Avenue, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 897-2544

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Frequently asked questions

There are 90 all daycares in Tempe, Arizona. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Tempe, 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
Tempe offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 38 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 8 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 38 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 Tempe for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Tempe 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.