Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Gilbert, AZ
Compare 56 child daycare & preschools in Gilbert. Average rating: 4.56/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Gilbert, Arizona at a glance
- Programs
- 56
- Avg rating
- 4.56/5
- Parent reviews
- 721
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 24
Gilbert has 56 licensed child daycare & preschools with 721 parent reviews averaging 4.56/5.24 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 69% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 85295 (avg 4.7 stars), while 85234 has the largest selection (25 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gilbert
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.
- 1East Valley Learning Center4.8 score5(20)
71 South Mcqueen Road, Gilbert, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 200 children
East Valley Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing Christian-based environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with excellent communication and individualized attention from teachers. Children consistently express happiness and excitement about attending.
Caring and professional staffChristian-based curriculumstrong academic preparationindividualized lesson plans - 2Sunrise Preschools #1164.72 score4.9(20)
900 South Cooper, Gilbert, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 202 children
Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschools #116 for its warm, caring staff and welcoming atmosphere. Director Brittany and her team are highlighted for their communication, patience, and genuine investment in each child's development and wellbeing. The facility is described as clean, safe, and providing educational activities with consistently positive outcomes.
Caring and attentive staffwarm welcoming atmosphereexcellent communication with parentspatient with behavioral and special needs - 3First United Methodist Church Of Gilbert Preschool4.64 score5(9)
331 South Cooper Road, Gilbert, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 59 children
First United Methodist Church of Gilbert Preschool receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, skilled staff and well-organized learning environment. Parents report their children experience significant academic and social-emotional growth while feeling loved and prepared for kindergarten. The facility offers programs for ages 2-5 with a Christian-based curriculum in a welcoming atmosphere open to families of all backgrounds.
Caring and loving staffexcellent teachers and directorsstrong academic curriculumclean and well-organized classrooms - 4Totspot Preschool L L C4.64 score4.8(20)
4844 South Val Vista Drive, Ste A105, Gilbert, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children
TotSpot Preschool in Gilbert receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, passionate teaching staff, strong educational curriculum, and family-like atmosphere as key strengths that help children thrive academically and socially.
Dedicated and passionate teacherscaring director Ms. Gillianwelcoming family atmospherestrong academic preparation for kindergarten - 5The Growing Place Preschool4.6 score4.8(15)
744 West Ray Road, Ste 104, Gilbert, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children
Parents consistently praise The Growing Place Preschool for its caring, welcoming staff and clean facilities. Children show measurable progress in academics and speech, while enjoying a balanced curriculum that combines structured learning with play and creativity. Multiple families report their children eagerly attend and staff members are highly dedicated and communicative.
Caring and welcoming staffclean facilityeducational progress in academics and speechbalanced curriculum mixing learning with play - 6Line Upon Line Montessori INC.4.58 score5(7)
690 East Warner Road, #130, Gilbert, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 22 children
Line Upon Line Montessori receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise teachers Miss Nikki and Miss Sheri for their Montessori expertise and caring approach. Children reportedly thrive academically and developmentally, gaining confidence, independence, and practical life skills while enjoying a positive, loving learning environment. Parents consistently recommend the school and note their children are well-prepared for kindergarten.
Skilled and caring Montessori teacherschild confidence and independencepractical life skills training (sewingtying shoes - 7Watch Me Grow Child Care4.58 score5(7)
4100 South Lindsay Road, #117, Gilbert, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 117 children
Watch Me Grow Child Care in Gilbert receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents report their children thrive socially and academically, with strong teacher-child bonds and excellent communication. Multiple families have been enrolled for several years and describe the staff as becoming part of their extended family.
Caring and loving staffclean facilitystrong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent communication - 8Phoenix Children'S Academy Private Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
2315 South Lindsay Road, Gilbert, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 238 children
Phoenix Children's Academy Lindsay in Gilbert receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, attentive staff and engaging learning environment. Parents highlight strong communication, responsive leadership, and children's visible happiness and development while attending the school.
Kind and patient teachersresponsive director (Caitlin/Camille)excellent communication via appsafe and clean environment - 9Bridges Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
1494 South Gilbert Road, Gilbert, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children
Parents consistently praise Bridges Preschool for its caring, friendly staff and warm learning environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show strong social, academic, and developmental growth. The center is commended for its flexibility, small class sizes, outdoor play opportunities, and individualized attention.
Caring and friendly staffsmall class sizesflexible scheduling optionschildren enjoy attending - 10Learning Garden Preschool & Daycare4.55 score4.7(19)
888 South Greenfield Road, #108, Gilbert, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children
Learning Garden Preschool & Daycare in Gilbert receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight exceptional staff quality, strong academic preparation, excellent communication through a daily app, and a clean, caring Christian-based environment where children thrive both academically and socially.
Caring and educated staffexcellent communication with parents via appstrong academic curriculum aligned with kindergarten readinesssmall class sizes
Rating Distribution
Based on 35 daycares with Google ratings in Gilbert
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 721 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Gilbert, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Gilbert zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85295 | 13 | 4.7 | 4 | |
| 85297 | 15 | 4.67 | 6 | |
| 85233 | 19 | 4.64 | 7 | |
| 85298 | 9 | 4.58 | 2 | |
| 85296 | 21 | 4.47 | 4 | |
| 85234 | 25 | 4.28 | 1 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Gilbert (15–767 children)
Small
up to 30 children
9
Medium
31–75 children
33
Large
76–150 children
16
Very Large
150+ children
44
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Gilbert based on parent reviews
East Valley Learning Center
71 South Mcqueen Road, Gilbert, AZ
East Valley Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing Christian-based environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with excellent communication and individualized attention from teachers. Children consistently express happiness and excitement about attending.
Sunrise Preschools #116
900 South Cooper, Gilbert, AZ
Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschools #116 for its warm, caring staff and welcoming atmosphere. Director Brittany and her team are highlighted for their communication, patience, and genuine investment in each child's development and wellbeing. The facility is described as clean, safe, and providing educational activities with consistently positive outcomes.
Totspot Preschool L L C
4844 South Val Vista Drive, Ste A105, Gilbert, AZ
TotSpot Preschool in Gilbert receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, passionate teaching staff, strong educational curriculum, and family-like atmosphere as key strengths that help children thrive academically and socially.
The Growing Place Preschool
744 West Ray Road, Ste 104, Gilbert, AZ
Parents consistently praise The Growing Place Preschool for its caring, welcoming staff and clean facilities. Children show measurable progress in academics and speech, while enjoying a balanced curriculum that combines structured learning with play and creativity. Multiple families report their children eagerly attend and staff members are highly dedicated and communicative.
Line Upon Line Montessori INC.
690 East Warner Road, #130, Gilbert, AZ
Line Upon Line Montessori receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise teachers Miss Nikki and Miss Sheri for their Montessori expertise and caring approach. Children reportedly thrive academically and developmentally, gaining confidence, independence, and practical life skills while enjoying a positive, loving learning environment. Parents consistently recommend the school and note their children are well-prepared for kindergarten.
Watch Me Grow Child Care
4100 South Lindsay Road, #117, Gilbert, AZ
Watch Me Grow Child Care in Gilbert receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents report their children thrive socially and academically, with strong teacher-child bonds and excellent communication. Multiple families have been enrolled for several years and describe the staff as becoming part of their extended family.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Gilbert, Arizona
There are 56 child daycare & preschools in Gilbert, Arizona, making up 55% of the 102 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.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Gilbert have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 across 35 rated facilities, with 69% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 721 parent reviews. Parents in Gilbert most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and welcoming environment.
When choosing a daycare in Gilbert, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Tutor Time in Gilbert receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, strong communication through daily photo updates, clean facilities, and positive child development outcomes.
- Address
- 690 West Warner Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 782-9119
Reviewers highlight the center's compassionate, patient staff and individualized approach, noting significant academic and social growth for children with diverse needs. Conversely, one caller reported a frustrating administrative experience involving unhelpful phone support and unanswered questions regarding enrollment.
- Address
- 1550 North Stonehenge, #104, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 813-1897
- Address
- 1652 East Elliott Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 632-0531
- Address
- 1546 North Parkway Drive, Suite 102, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 926-6116
- Address
- 505 South Gilbert Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 635-0386
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center in Gilbert for its attentive, caring staff and individualized approach to child development. The facility is noted for strong communication with parents, engaging activities, and a welcoming environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Recent management improvements have enhanced the center's overall quality and staff retention.
- Address
- 3269 East Germann Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 279-5106
Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool in Gilbert receives consistently excellent reviews from parents. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, strong curriculum, and positive learning environment where children thrive and look forward to attending. Directors and teachers are frequently mentioned by name and commended for their dedication, communication, and ability to help children develop confidence and social skills.
- Address
- 1059 North Val Vista Drive, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 926-1317
Note: These reviews are for Life Time, a fitness/wellness center, not a daycare facility. Reviews overwhelmingly praise the facility's cleanliness, extensive amenities (pools, spa, fitness equipment, restaurants), professional and friendly staff, and overall quality. All 10 reviews gave 5-star ratings.
- Address
- 381 East Warner Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 558-5451
ChildTime Learning Centers Gilbert receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight the caring and stable staff, strong communication, safe environment, and use of the SproutAbout app for real-time updates. The center is described as welcoming, nurturing, and community-oriented.
- Address
- 3319 East Baseline Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 497-2855
- Address
- 700 South Islands Drive, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 993-3393
The Goddard School of Gilbert receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing staff, clean facilities, and strong developmental outcomes for their children. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' genuine care, engaging curriculum, and welcoming environment that helps children thrive academically and socially. Many parents report significant improvements in speech, confidence, social skills, and kindergarten readiness.
- Address
- 720 East Warner Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 633-3196
- Address
- 3391 East Vest Avenue, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 459-8211
Parents consistently praise The Goddard School of Gilbert for its caring, dedicated staff and supportive leadership that creates a safe, clean learning environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and develop strong relationships with teachers while building confidence and a love of learning. Parents appreciate excellent communication, well-organized curriculum including STEM and sports, and thorough kindergarten preparation.
- Address
- 1420 North Higley Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 830-6028
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center in Gilbert for its attentive and caring staff, strong management team, and personalized approach to child development. Multiple reviewers highlight significant improvements at the facility following recent leadership changes, with children showing measurable academic and developmental progress. Parents emphasize feeling confident leaving their children in safe hands and appreciate regular communication from staff.
- Address
- 1545 North Parkway Drive, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 926-7621
Kinderbugs Preschool in Gilbert receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, advanced curriculum, classroom cameras for monitoring, and significant academic progress their children achieve. Children are reported to be excited about attending and developing strong foundational skills in reading, writing, and math.
- Address
- 4365 East Pecos Road, Bldg 18, Ste 143, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 279-2779
- Address
- 862 East Elliot Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 325-6100
- Address
- 2061 South Gilbert Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 855-2700
- Address
- 1475 South Higley Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 208-0256
- Address
- 135 South Val Vista Drive, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 813-0962
- Address
- 3939 East Warner Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 248-8025
- Address
- 4120 South Val Vista Drive, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 656-5555
The Learning Experience in Gilbert receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and safe, nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong communication from teachers and administration. The facility balances structured learning with play-based activities and maintains good security.
- Address
- 3111 East Pecos Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 725-7562
- Address
- 425 North Greenfield Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 892-8314
- Address
- 2680 South Val Vista Drive, Ste 157, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 374-3911
The Goddard School of Gilbert receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the warm, welcoming atmosphere and high-quality care. Parents highlight the skilled, compassionate teachers, strong safety protocols, educational programming, and excellent communication. Children show significant developmental progress and excitement about attending.
- Address
- 4080 East Germann Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 988-0185
- Address
- 4525 East Baseline Road, Gilbert, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 222-4233
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