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2,206 Daycare Centers in Arizona

Browse 2,206 daycare centers across Arizona. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Arizona

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.

Daycare Breakdown in Arizona

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.

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F.E.S.D.#45 - Western Valley Child Care Center Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4
Address
6250 West Durango Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 474-7260
Imagination Tree Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Imagination Tree Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, clean facility, and bilingual instruction. However, one parent reported serious concerns about discriminatory treatment and inadequate supervision of their African American children.

Warm and attentive staffchild development and growthclean facility
Address
525 North Grande Avenue, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 622-1144
Honey Bee Academy Preschool L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
7191 East Ashler Hills Drive, Scottsdale, AZ
Phone
(602) 550-3055
La Mesita Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.9

La Mesita Head Start is a transitional housing program with on-site childcare in Mesa, Arizona. Reviews highlight the quality facilities, supportive staff, and comprehensive services that have helped families transition from homelessness to independence. Most reviewers praise the clean grounds, provided amenities, and community events, though some note areas for improvement in case management and noise control.

Kind and caring staffclean groundswell-built facilit
Address
2254 West Main Street, Mesa, AZ
Phone
(480) 720-3796
Shellie'S Early Start Learning Center L.L.C. #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Shellie's Early Start Learning Center for its caring, family-oriented environment and effective educational programs. Staff members are described as patient, loving, and dedicated to child development, with particular recognition for potty training and early academic skills. The facility emphasizes safety, security, and strong relationships with families.

Caring and patient stafffamily-like atmosphereeffective potty training and early academic instruction (letter tracing
Address
4616 South Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 243-1009
H.U.S.D. - Sue Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center/ Sossaman Middle Sc
Before or After School Daycare
3.9

Sue Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, engaged teachers, and strong communication. However, one negative review describes inadequate support for a neurodivergent child and expulsion after two difficult days.

Warm and personalized staff interactionsengaged and energetic teachersstrong administrative support
Address
18655 East Jacaranda Boulevard, Queen Creek, AZ
Phone
(480) 279-8600
Bright Beginnings Preschool & Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Bright Beginnings receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently highlight the caring, welcoming staff, strong communication, developmental progress, and family-like atmosphere. The facility is noted for accommodating children with special medical needs and preparing children well for kindergarten.

caring and welcoming staffstrong communication with parentssafe environment
Address
6835 West Peoria Avenue, Peoria, AZ
Phone
(623) 487-8000
Childtime Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise ChildTime in Phoenix for its clean, safe environment and caring staff. Children show significant developmental progress, and parents appreciate the communication, field trips, and curriculum alignment with local schools. The facility has earned strong loyalty with families using the center for multiple years.

Clean and well-organized facilityprofessional and caring staffdevelopmental progress in children
Address
5050 East Warner Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(480) 893-3330
Maranatha Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Maranatha Day Care Center receives mostly positive feedback regarding friendly staff and welcoming environment. However, there are serious concerns raised about unprofessional conduct by staff members and inadequate problem resolution.

Caring and friendly stafffamily-oriented atmospherechildren enjoy attending
Address
3526 West Polk Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 477-0100
Kids Haven Child Care / Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Kids Haven for its caring, attentive staff and supportive ownership under Mr. James. The facility is noted for strong communication, safety features including 24/7 cameras, cleanliness, and affordability. Multiple parents report their children are happy and comfortable, with noticeable improvements since new ownership.

Caring and patient staffnew ownership with improved communication and transparency24/7 safety cameras
Address
848 South Alma School Road, Suite 1-3, Mesa, AZ
Phone
(480) 247-2268
Totally Kidz
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Totally Kids is a pediatric rehabilitation and acute care facility (not a traditional daycare) in Scottsdale that receives overwhelmingly positive reviews. Parents consistently praise the compassionate, skilled medical staff for delivering exceptional therapeutic outcomes, with many children making remarkable progress in physical therapy, occupational therapy, and feeding support within weeks. Families report feeling supported not just in their children's medical care but emotionally as well.

Skilled and compassionate medical staffexceptional physical and occupational therapy outcomesrapid patient progress
Address
7214 East Granada Road, Scottsdale, AZ
Phone
(480) 947-4755
Yellow Brick Road Preschools
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Yellow Brick Road Preschools in Phoenix receives consistently high praise from parents who describe caring, professional staff that treat children as part of their own family. Parents highlight the clean facility, ample outdoor time, flexible enrollment options, and reasonable pricing. The center is noted for responsive leadership and willingness to address parent concerns.

caring and loving staffclean facilityabundant outdoor time
Address
392 East Windsor Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 265-9424
Kids World Learning Center, L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Kids World Learning Center for its caring, patient staff and nurturing environment. Children reportedly transition well, enjoy attending, and develop new skills daily. The facility is noted as clean and well-maintained with excellent communication through daily photos, videos, and activity reports.

Knowledgeable and dedicated staffpatient teacherskind director
Address
2051 North Arizona Avenue, # 101, Chandler, AZ
Phone
(480) 855-4000
Tutor Time Child Care / Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise this TutorTime location for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Children show notable developmental progress in social skills, academics, and confidence. Families report feeling confident and worry-free with their children in this facility.

Caring and friendly stafflow staff turnoverstrong parent-teacher communication
Address
15365 South 48th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(480) 704-0536
Learn -N- Grow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise LEARN-N-GROW CHILD CARE CENTER for its caring, attentive staff and small facility atmosphere. Children are reported to be happy, excited to attend, and well-cared for. Parents appreciate the personal attention and professional environment.

Caring and attentive staffsmall intimate facilitychildren excited to attend
Address
5235 East Pima St, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 326-5589
Small World Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Small World Preschool in Tucson receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating the center 5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and communicative staff, national accreditation, and positive developmental outcomes for their children.

caring and patient staffexcellent communicationnational accreditation
Address
3637 East 3rd Street, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 326-1035
C.S.D.#39 - Continental School District #39
Before or After School Daycare
3.9

Continental School District #39 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from students and parents, with most praising the safe, supportive community and diverse academic and extracurricular programs. However, one parent raised serious concerns about disorganization and poor communication regarding preschool program enrollment policies.

Safe and welcoming environmentcaring and supportive teachers and staffstrong athletic programs
Address
1991 Whitehouse Canyon Rd, Green Valley, AZ
Phone
(520) 625-4581
Kidzco Early Learning Center/ Golf Links
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

KIDZCO Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff, cleanliness, communication, and child development support. The majority of reviews highlight the caring environment and strong teacher-parent relationships. One negative review mentions concerns about the owner's demeanor and management style affecting staff morale.

Amazing and caring staffclean facilityexcellent communication through app
Address
7845 East Golflinks Rd, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 886-5437
A Dream Come True Preschool And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

A DREAM COME TRUE PRESCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER receives mixed reviews. While some parents praise the staff and their children's learning experiences, others report serious concerns about bullying, biting incidents, staff turnover, and inadequate supervision and handling of behavioral issues.

Caring staffchildren enjoy attendingchildren learning new things
Address
6163 South Midvale Park, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 294-3738
Kare Bear Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Kare Bear Child Care Center for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Children show strong development in academic skills, emotional regulation, and social abilities, with parents reporting high satisfaction and peace of mind. Multiple families have remained enrolled for extended periods, with some children maintaining memories of teachers years after leaving.

Experienced and compassionate staffemotional support and coping skills trainingearly childhood education and academic preparation
Address
68 North 12th Street, Cottonwood, AZ
Phone
(928) 634-9613
Strong Foundations Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Strong Foundations receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and attentive staff, quality early childhood education, and children's enthusiasm for attending. One parent reported a negative experience involving a child's disenrollment and a CPS call related to behavioral concerns.

Kind and attentive staffpatient teachers invested in children's developmentchildren excited to attend
Address
2302 West Colter Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 374-8770
Guardian Angels Learning Center L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Guardian Angels Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and professional staff. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with excellent communication through daily updates and photos. The facility is noted as clean, secure, and providing a good balance of play and learning activities.

Warm and attentive staffchild development milestone monitoringclean and secure facility
Address
4105 North 51st Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 772-0528
Brilliant Scholars Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Brilliant Scholars Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the clean facility, small class sizes, attentive staff, and strong academic focus. However, one parent reported a concerning experience where directors pressured them to seek behavioral evaluation for their toddler, used negative reinforcement, and ultimately made them feel forced to withdraw their child.

Clean facilitysmall class sizesattentive and caring staff
Address
18185 North 83rd Avenue, Ste 113, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 463-4555
Happy Kids Child Care Center I I
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Happy Kids Child Care Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and caring staff and owners. However, one parent reported safety concerns about their grandchild being repeatedly injured and cited inadequate supervision.

Amazing and kind staffcaring ownerschildren enjoy attending
Address
3531 North 43rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 559-4755
Sunrise Preschools #124
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschools #124 for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. The facility is noted for excellent communication with parents, clean facilities, and individualized attention to children's development. Director Sara's leadership has been highlighted for creating positive improvements in atmosphere and staff morale.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong parent-teacher communicationclean facilities
Address
5801 West Mohawk Lane, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 566-9450
Children'S Place Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise Children's Place Learning Center for its caring staff, safe environment, and educational activities. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show developmental progress. The facility is well-maintained with flexible management and strong director leadership.

Caring and professional staffchild safetydevelopmental progress
Address
4541 North 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 368-8000
Kid' S Country Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise Kid's Country Club as an excellent daycare with caring, professional staff and strong educational focus. Children reportedly enjoy attending, develop meaningful bonds with teachers, and show measurable learning progress. The center is noted for its low staff turnover, communication with parents, and welcoming management.

Caring and attentive staffeducational curriculum beyond basic childcarelow employee turnover
Address
2637 West Orangewood Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 995-2898
Kiddie Country Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Kiddie Country Club receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents who appreciate the caring staff and home-like environment, but serious concerns from other parents about management issues, health protocols, and communication problems. Multiple parents highlight exceptional teachers and directors, while others report rudeness from leadership, potential HIPAA violations, and inconsistent policies regarding sick children.

caring and hands-on staffloving teachershome-like atmosphere
Address
3645 West Bethany Home Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 841-7338
Kids Play Learning Center #5
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Kids Play Learning Center #5 receives mostly very positive reviews from long-term parents who praise the staff's care, professionalism, and ability to work with children with behavioral challenges. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about yelling and lack of respect toward children, particularly regarding special needs care.

Friendly and caring staffclean facilityskilled management
Address
1207 North Country Club Drive, Mesa, AZ
Phone
(480) 733-9004
Tutor Time Child Care/ Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Chandler for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing educational environment. Multiple families have enrolled their children for years, citing strong teacher-child relationships and effective learning outcomes. Management is noted as responsive and accommodating to individual child needs.

Attentive and caring staffclean facilitypatient with difficult transitions
Address
2050 West Ray Road, Chandler, AZ
Phone
(480) 820-7111

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2,206 all daycares across Arizona. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Arizona are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Arizona's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Arizona, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Arizona sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Arizona vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.