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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Carefree, AZ

Compare 1 child daycare & preschools in Carefree. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Carefree, Arizona at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.2/5
Parent reviews
8
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Carefree offers 1 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4.2/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Carefree

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.

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    Our Lady Of Joy Roman Catholic Preschool
    4.12 score
    4.2(8)

    36811 North Pima Road, Carefree, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    Our Lady of Joy Roman Catholic Preschool in Carefree, Arizona receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the nurturing, faith-based environment and caring staff. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about racial profiling and inadequate support for children's behavioral and developmental needs.

    Warm and nurturing environmentdedicated and loving teachersfaith-based education integrated into daily activitiesstrong sense of community

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Carefree

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Carefree (59–59 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Carefree based on parent reviews

Our Lady Of Joy Roman Catholic Preschool

4.2(8)

36811 North Pima Road, Carefree, AZ

Our Lady of Joy Roman Catholic Preschool in Carefree, Arizona receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the nurturing, faith-based environment and caring staff. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about racial profiling and inadequate support for children's behavioral and developmental needs.

Warm and nurturing environmentdedicated and loving teachersfaith-based education integrated into daily activities

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Carefree, Arizona

There are 1 child daycare & preschools in Carefree, Arizona. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Carefree have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.2 stars. Our analysis covers 8 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Carefree, 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 Carefree

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Our Lady Of Joy Roman Catholic Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Our Lady of Joy Roman Catholic Preschool in Carefree, Arizona receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the nurturing, faith-based environment and caring staff. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about racial profiling and inadequate support for children's behavioral and developmental needs.

Warm and nurturing environmentdedicated and loving teachersfaith-based education integrated into daily activities
Address
36811 North Pima Road, Carefree, AZ
Phone
(480) 595-6409

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 child daycare & preschools daycares in Carefree, Arizona. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Carefree have an average Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Carefree, 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 Carefree for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Carefree 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.