
Browse 2,206 daycare centers across Arizona. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.
Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Arizona can make the decision-making process smoother.
Arizona has about 2,206 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.
Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Arizona. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.
There are 2,206 daycares in Arizona: 237 headstart facilities, 710 before/after school centers, 117 religious facility daycares, and 1,142 childcare and preschool centers.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 1,142 |
| Headstart Programs | 237 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 117 |
| Before or After School | 710 |
Find the best religious / church based daycare in Arizona
Find near meShowing 2,206 results
Love of Christ Preschool is highly rated by parents who praise the caring staff and warm learning environment. Parents consistently highlight the attentive care provided, particularly noting staff member Ms. Caspersen's dedication to making each day comfortable and educational for children.
Scottsdale United Methodist Cooperative Preschool receives nearly universal praise from parents, with staff described as caring, engaged, and genuinely invested in children's development. Parents highlight quality activities, learning outcomes, and a welcoming environment. One negative review concerns parking lot towing policies.
Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschool #304 for its caring, attentive staff and safe, welcoming environment. The facility is noted for excellent communication with families, quality meals, educational activities, and strong leadership. Multiple families report their children thrive and look forward to attending daily.
First Presbyterian Church of Peoria Preschool receives predominantly positive reviews praising its welcoming congregation and community atmosphere. Parents highlight the friendly, family-oriented environment and appreciate programs like VBS for children. One negative review mentions feeling excluded after reduced involvement.
Parents consistently praise Southwest Head Start @ Montecito for its Montessori dual-language program offered affordably as a public school. Staff are described as caring and dedicated, with students showing strong academic progress and development of leadership skills. Families appreciate the sense of community, hands-on learning approach, and included meals.
Perform To Learn receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff, engaging curriculum that combines learning with performing arts, and significant developmental progress in their children's academic, social, and confidence skills.
Tree of Life Preschool Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who describe caring, dedicated teachers and a warm, nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong academic preparation balanced with play-based learning, excellent communication with families, and children who are excited to attend. The facility is noted as clean and safe with engaging activities across multiple age groups.
First Presbyterian Preschool of Mesa received overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents praising the staff, facilities, and caring atmosphere. However, the facility closed for the 2025-26 school year, and one parent expressed serious concerns about leadership's conduct during the final two weeks of operation, which negatively impacted their overall experience despite years of satisfaction.
Elona P. Cooley Early Childhood Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive ratings (5/5 stars) from most parents who praise the caring staff, positive environment, and academic preparation for kindergarten. However, one detailed negative review describes a serious incident involving a false child abuse report based on a teacher's misidentification of mongolian spots as bruises, and alleges cultural insensitivity and lack of accountability from staff and district admi
Sunrise Preschools #216 receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, patient staff, strong communication from leadership (particularly Director Amber Rice), and significant developmental progress in their children. Families report their children are excited to attend and feel the center provides a safe, nurturing environment.
Peace Lutheran Preschool in Peoria receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise its communication systems, security measures, staff kindness, and family-oriented Christian environment. However, one parent reported significant concerns about the school's lack of preparedness and training in supporting neurodivergent children, including those with ADHD, and cited defensive responses when raising these issues.
Dr. Saide Recreation Center is highly praised by parents for its friendly, professional staff and wide variety of programs for children of all ages. Parents consistently highlight affordable pricing, quality instruction in activities like swimming lessons and sports classes, and the welcoming community atmosphere.
Desert Sun Child Development Center receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the play-based curriculum, caring teachers, strong community atmosphere, and focus on social-emotional development as key strengths that create a nurturing environment where children thrive.
Heritage Lutheran Preschool is located at a church that parents consistently praise for its welcoming atmosphere, Bible-centered teachings, and caring Pastor Bublitz. Reviews focus heavily on the church community experience rather than specific preschool services. Parents appreciate the various Bible studies, small group activities, and sense of family within the congregation.
Rincon Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who emphasize the caring, attentive staff and welcoming family-like atmosphere. Children show enthusiasm for attending, demonstrate academic progress, and develop strong relationships with teachers and peers. Parents highlight the center's educational activities, bilingual instruction, and successful kindergarten preparation.
TRCC - Ray Rd Inc in Phoenix receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, structured curriculum including Spanish instruction, and recent facility improvements under new ownership. Multiple parents report their children have thrived academically and socially since enrolling as infants.
Parents consistently praise Bridges Preschool for its warm, welcoming learning environment and certified, caring staff. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents noting their kids are excited to attend and well-prepared for kindergarten. The school offers enrichment programs including Spanish and sign language instruction.
Parents consistently praise Daisy Early Learning Academy for its caring, nurturing staff, clean and safe environment, and strong educational curriculum. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show measurable growth in academics, social skills, and confidence. The facility is also commended for reasonable pricing, included meals, and convenient parent communication through their app.
These reviews are for the Tucson Museum of Art, not a daycare center. The listing appears to be miscategorized. Reviews describe a well-regarded art museum with diverse collections, rotating exhibits, quality amenities, and accessible design.
Parents overwhelmingly praise M.U.S.D.#6 - THORNYDALE L.E.A.P./ PRESCHOOL for its excellent staff and effective learning programs. Children show strong progress and enthusiasm for attending. One parent reported unresponsiveness to email communication.
Little Castle Childcare & Preschool in Tucson receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across all reviews. Parents praise the caring, professional staff who treat families like extended family members, the clean facility, educational programming, and safe environment. Children show strong development and genuinely enjoy attending.
Parents consistently praise De Colores Learning Center for its caring and attentive staff, homemade meals, and safe environment. Children show excitement about attending and demonstrate developmental improvements. The center is particularly noted for its welcoming approach to new families and personalized attention to each child.
This appears to be a University of Arizona recreational facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise it as an excellent gym with comprehensive amenities, cleanliness, and competitive pricing. One reviewer raised concerns about gender equity in facility allocation for wheelchair basketball.
The Sandbox is a highly regarded family-owned daycare center in Tucson with perfect 5-star reviews across all submissions. Parents consistently praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, structured curriculum including art and music, and exceptional outdoor areas. Multiple families have attended for years and report their children thrived developmentally and emotionally.
Parents consistently praise NOSOTROS - EL RIO DAY CARE CENTER for its caring staff, clean facilities, and strong focus on child development and learning. The center is noted for organizing engaging activities and field trips, with children showing notable developmental and social progress. One parent mentioned the facility isn't perfect, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Foresight Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, knowledgeable staff and strong academic curriculum combined with character development. Parents highlight excellent communication, individual attention to their children's growth, and a safe, happy environment where children thrive. Multiple parents express they would not change anything about their experience and strongly recommend the center.
Parents consistently praise Summit Gymnastics Academy for its excellent coaching staff, well-maintained facility, and welcoming environment for children of all skill levels. The gym offers various programs including competitive teams, open play, and birthday parties, with staff described as knowledgeable, caring, and encouraging. All reviews are highly positive with no complaints noted.
Sacred Heart Catholic Preschool in Prescott, Arizona is a religious facility that receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews praise the welcoming parish community, quality of spiritual services, and caring staff and clergy.
Mini Leaders LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with five 5-star reviews praising caring staff, clean facilities, child development, and communication. However, one negative review raises serious safety concerns about unsafe sleep practices for infants, which was reportedly submitted to the state of Arizona.
TLC Preschool is an award-winning church-based program serving ages 2.5-5 years with extended and summer hours. Parents praise the friendly, welcoming staff, safe learning environment, strong faith-based curriculum, and engaging educational activities that children enjoy and learn from daily.
Page 14 of 74· 2,206 results