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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Paradise Valley, AZ

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Paradise Valley. Average rating: 4.88/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Paradise Valley, Arizona at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.88/5
Parent reviews
51
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Paradise Valley has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 51 parent reviews averaging 4.88/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 85253 zip code, averaging 4.88 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Paradise Valley

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
    Paradise Valley United Methodist Preschool
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    4455 East Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 205 children

    Paradise Valley United Methodist Preschool is a highly regarded NAEYC-accredited play-based preschool with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the dedicated, experienced teachers, nurturing environment, strong curriculum, and excellent preparation for kindergarten. The school fosters a welcoming community and offers enrichment programs and parent involvement opportunities.

    NAEYC accreditationplay-based learning approachhighly qualified and caring teachersexperienced staff (many 20+ years)
  2. 2
    Camelback Christian School
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    3900 East Stanford Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 90 children

    Note: Reviews are for Camelback Bible Church, not the daycare facility itself. Reviewers praise the church's biblical teaching, welcoming congregation, excellent music program, and beautiful sanctuary with good acoustics. The facility offers children's ministries and nursery care.

    Strong biblical preachingwarm and welcoming communityexcellent music and choir programsbeautiful sanctuary with good acoustics
  3. 3
    Valley Presbyterian Day School
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    6947 East Mcdonald Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 143 children

    Valley Presbyterian Day School receives consistently positive reviews praising its welcoming, authentic community atmosphere and quality programming for children. Parents highlight the caring staff, meaningful sermons, and family-oriented environment that respects individual beliefs without being dogmatic. The facility is described as a warm, inclusive place where both members and non-members feel genuinely welcomed.

    welcoming communitycaring staffauthentic approach to faithquality nursery and Sunday school programs

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Paradise Valley

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Paradise Valley, based on parent reviews

Church Daycare

4.83avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Paradise Valley zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
852538
4.88
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Paradise Valley (59–505 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Paradise Valley based on parent reviews

Paradise Valley United Methodist Preschool

5(9)

4455 East Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ

Paradise Valley United Methodist Preschool is a highly regarded NAEYC-accredited play-based preschool with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the dedicated, experienced teachers, nurturing environment, strong curriculum, and excellent preparation for kindergarten. The school fosters a welcoming community and offers enrichment programs and parent involvement opportunities.

NAEYC accreditationplay-based learning approachhighly qualified and caring teachers

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Daycare types in Paradise Valley

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Church Daycare 4Before or After School Daycare 1

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Paradise Valley, Arizona

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Paradise Valley, Arizona, making up 38% of the 8 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 Paradise Valley have an average rating of 4.88 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 51 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Paradise Valley, 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 Paradise Valley

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Paradise Valley United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Paradise Valley United Methodist Preschool is a highly regarded NAEYC-accredited play-based preschool with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the dedicated, experienced teachers, nurturing environment, strong curriculum, and excellent preparation for kindergarten. The school fosters a welcoming community and offers enrichment programs and parent involvement opportunities.

NAEYC accreditationplay-based learning approachhighly qualified and caring teachers
Address
4455 East Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ
Phone
(602) 840-8265
Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6050 North Invergordon Road, Paradise Valley, AZ
Phone
(480) 945-1121
Phoenix Country Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3901 East Stanford Drive, Paradise Valley, AZ
Phone
(602) 955-8200

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Paradise Valley, Arizona, out of 8 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Paradise Valley have an average Google rating of 4.88 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Paradise Valley, 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
Paradise Valley offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Paradise Valley for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Paradise Valley 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.