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7 Child Daycare & Preschools in Anthem, Arizona

Browse all 7 child daycare & preschools in Anthem, Arizona. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Anthem

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

    4130 West Opportunity Way, Anthem, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    Creative Castle Preschool & Playtime receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring, and dedicated teaching staff, strong educational curriculum, and safe, nurturing environment that helps children grow academically and emotionally.

    Loving and dedicated teacherssafe and secure facilitystrong educational curriculumsmall class sizes
  2. 2

    3720 West Anthem Way, Anthem, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 219 children

    Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Anthem for excellent staff care, cleanliness, and educational quality. The facility receives high marks for communication, safety, and creating a nurturing environment where children thrive. Leadership, particularly the director, is noted as professional and responsive to parent concerns.

    Warm and dedicated staffclean facilitystrong leadership and managementdaily communication via app with live camera feeds
  3. 3
    Anthem Community Center
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    41130 North Freedom Way, Anthem, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 225 children

    Anthem Community Center is a highly-rated facility exclusively for Anthem residents offering diverse recreational amenities including pools, water park, rock climbing, gym, and organized camps/classes. Reviews consistently praise the clean, spacious facility, well-trained and professional staff, quality programming, and variety of activities for all ages. Parents and community members express strong satisfaction with the center as a valuable community asset.

    Clean and well-maintained facilityspacious groundsdiverse activities (swimmingwater slides

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Anthem based on parent reviews

Creative Castle Preschool & Playtime

4.6(16)

4130 West Opportunity Way, Anthem, AZ

Creative Castle Preschool & Playtime receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring, and dedicated teaching staff, strong educational curriculum, and safe, nurturing environment that helps children grow academically and emotionally.

Loving and dedicated teacherssafe and secure facilitystrong educational curriculum

Starting Blocks Academy

5(1)

42105 North 41st Drive, Anthem, AZ

Tutor Time Child Care/ Learning Centers

4.2(19)

3720 West Anthem Way, Anthem, AZ

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Anthem for excellent staff care, cleanliness, and educational quality. The facility receives high marks for communication, safety, and creating a nurturing environment where children thrive. Leadership, particularly the director, is noted as professional and responsive to parent concerns.

Warm and dedicated staffclean facilitystrong leadership and management

Anthem Community Center

4.1(20)

41130 North Freedom Way, Anthem, AZ

Anthem Community Center is a highly-rated facility exclusively for Anthem residents offering diverse recreational amenities including pools, water park, rock climbing, gym, and organized camps/classes. Reviews consistently praise the clean, spacious facility, well-trained and professional staff, quality programming, and variety of activities for all ages. Parents and community members express strong satisfaction with the center as a valuable community asset.

Clean and well-maintained facilityspacious groundsdiverse activities (swimming

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Anthem, Arizona

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Anthem, 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 Anthem, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Anthem

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Starting Blocks Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
42105 North 41st Drive, Anthem, AZ
Phone
(480) 818-8428
Creative Castle Preschool & Playtime
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Creative Castle Preschool & Playtime receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring, and dedicated teaching staff, strong educational curriculum, and safe, nurturing environment that helps children grow academically and emotionally.

Loving and dedicated teacherssafe and secure facilitystrong educational curriculum
Address
4130 West Opportunity Way, Anthem, AZ
Phone
(623) 551-8013
Tutor Time Child Care/ Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Anthem for excellent staff care, cleanliness, and educational quality. The facility receives high marks for communication, safety, and creating a nurturing environment where children thrive. Leadership, particularly the director, is noted as professional and responsive to parent concerns.

Warm and dedicated staffclean facilitystrong leadership and management
Address
3720 West Anthem Way, Anthem, AZ
Phone
(623) 465-8644
Anthem Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Anthem Community Center is a highly-rated facility exclusively for Anthem residents offering diverse recreational amenities including pools, water park, rock climbing, gym, and organized camps/classes. Reviews consistently praise the clean, spacious facility, well-trained and professional staff, quality programming, and variety of activities for all ages. Parents and community members express strong satisfaction with the center as a valuable community asset.

Clean and well-maintained facilityspacious groundsdiverse activities (swimming
Address
41130 North Freedom Way, Anthem, AZ
Phone
(623) 879-3011
Caurus Explorers, L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
41900 North 42nd Avenue, Anthem, AZ
Phone
(623) 551-5083
D.V.U.S.D.#97 - Gavilan Peak Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2701 West Memorial Drive, Anthem, AZ
Phone
(623) 445-7400
Valley Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Valley Child Care & Learning Center in Anthem has extremely polarized reviews. The majority of parents (7 five-star reviews) praise the facility as clean, safe, nurturing, and staffed with kind, communicative teachers. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns about staff behavior, injury reporting, poor communication, and defensive management responses to parental concerns.

Clean and organized facilitykind and patient staffflexible hours
Address
41117 North Daisy Mountain Drive, Anthem, AZ
Phone
(623) 551-7992

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Anthem, Arizona. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Anthem, 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
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 Anthem for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Anthem 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.