How do I choose the right daycare in Cave Creek?

When choosing a daycare in Cave Creek, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Cave Creek, Arizona (6 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Cave Creek?

Cave Creek offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 5 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Arizona?

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 Cave Creek for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cave Creek

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.

Tutor Time Child Care/ Learning Centers

4.4 score

4.5(20)

4710 East Lone Mountain Road, Cave Creek, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 379 children

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time Cave Creek for its clean, well-maintained facility, caring and attentive staff, and structured learning environment. Children show strong developmental progress and genuinely enjoy attending. The center offers convenient app-based communication and reasonable tuition rates.

Clean facilitycaring and patient teachersstrong staff leadershipstructured daily activities

Primrose School At Tatum

4.28 score

4.4(12)

4747 East Dynamite Boulevard, Cave Creek, AZ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 267 children

Primrose School at Tatum receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, structured curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the director's responsiveness, excellent communication, and focus on child development across academics and social-emotional learning. The facility is noted as clean with engaging activities and no TV use.

Caring and dedicated teachersresponsive director (Ms. Griffith)excellent daily communication and photo updatesstructured classrooms with regular staff training

Cave Creek Montessori

4.27 score

4.5(6)

29209 North 56th Street, Cave Creek, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 142 children

Cave Creek Montessori receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight exceptional teacher quality and genuine care for student development. Parents report strong academic results, excellent communication, and a nurturing Montessori environment with a beautiful campus. The school is noted for its long-standing staff and family-oriented approach.

Highly skilled and caring teachersstrong academic outcomesMontessori methodologysafe and encouraging environment

Best Pals Neighborhood Preschool

4.25 score

4.5(5)

30845 North Cave Creek Road, #117, Cave Creek, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

Best Pals Neighborhood Preschool receives strong praise for its small class sizes, low student-teacher ratios, qualified staff with low turnover, and solid academic curriculum. Parents consistently report their children were well-prepared for kindergarten and appreciated the personalized attention in a calm environment. One parent noted the school is very strict.

small class sizeslow student-teacher ratiosqualified and compassionate teachers with low turnoverpersonal attention from staff

Child Daycare & Preschools in Cave Creek, Arizona

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Cave Creek, Arizona, making up 55% of the 11 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Cave Creek, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Cave Creek, Arizona, out of 11 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Cave Creek, 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

Cave Creek offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Cave Creek for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Cave Creek 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.

6 Child Daycare & Preschools in Cave Creek, Arizona

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Cave Creek

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Cave Creek Montessori

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