234 Child Daycare & Preschools in Phoenix, Arizona
Browse all 234 child daycare & preschools in Phoenix, Arizona. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Phoenix
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.
- 1Kaleidoscope Preschool4.8 score5(20)
15025 North 19th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 59 children
Kaleidoscope Preschool in Phoenix receives universal praise from parents for its loving, attentive staff and play-based curriculum that integrates academics. Parents consistently highlight the strong sense of community, excellent security measures, responsive communication, and individualized attention given to each child. Multiple reviewers note their children have thrived emotionally and academically, with staff going above and beyond to support families.
caring and consistent staff with low turnoverwarm welcoming atmospherestrong security measuresplay-based learning curriculum - 2Small People Preschool Greenway4.8 score5(20)
2601 East Greenway Road, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children
Small People Preschool Greenway receives universally positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, engaging activities, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and excited to attend. Many families have enrolled for multiple years and recommend the center highly.
caring and loving staffclean facilitiesattentive teachersengaging activities and crafts - 3Camelback Holistic Preschool4.8 score5(20)
3530 North 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children
Camelback Holistic Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and directors (Emma and Terence), thoughtfully designed curriculum that balances academics with play-based learning, and the on-site chef who prepares fresh organic meals. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional skills, and appreciate the strong parent communication and supportive community environment.
Caring and dedicated teachers and staffwarm and nurturing environmentplay-based and hands-on curriculumstrong academic preparation for kindergarten - 4Mia Preschool & Childcare, L.L.C.4.75 score5(15)
2132 West Glendale Avenue, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 29 children
Mia Preschool & Childcare receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, safe and clean environment, and quality early childhood education. Parents report their children thrived academically, improved social-emotional skills, and felt excited about attending. The owner Elizabeth and teaching staff are consistently highlighted as dedicated, loving, and professional.
Caring and friendly staffsafe and clean environmentstrong academic preparation for kindergartenSpanish-language instruction - 5God'S Garden Child Development Center4.74 score5(14)
1401 East Liberty Lane, Phoenix, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 184 children
God's Garden Child Development Center in Phoenix receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, family-like environment and child-centered curriculum. Parents consistently highlight Director Michelle Rhodes' leadership, the caring and educated staff, and the facility's focus on social-emotional development alongside academic preparation. Multiple families report their children thrive and are excited to attend.
Safe and welcoming environmentchild-centered discovery-based curriculumexperienced and passionate staffDirector Michelle Rhodes' visible leadership and engagement - 6Faith Lutheran Preschool4.74 score5(14)
801 East Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children
Faith Lutheran Preschool in Phoenix receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and warm family-like community. Parents highlight the teachers' genuine engagement with children, individualized attention, and low staff turnover spanning 5-15+ years. Families report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with many expressing deep gratitude for the smooth transition back to work.
Warmwelcoming atmosphereexperienced and caring teacherslow staff turnover - 7A Step Ahead Preschool & Montessori4.72 score4.9(20)
4221 East Chandler Blvd, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children
A Step Ahead Preschool & Montessori in Phoenix receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owners Aram and Maysa, along with teachers like Ms. Sarah and Ms. Katie, for creating a warm, nurturing, and enriching environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong developmental progress and genuine happiness about attending. The school is described as feeling like a second home with excellent communication, clean facilities,
- 8Learn N' Play, INC.4.72 score4.9(20)
15626 South 42nd Street, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 161 children
Learn N' Play receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong communication, cleanliness, and genuine care for children's development and emotional wellbeing across all age groups from infants to school-age. The facility is frequently recommended for providing a family-like atmosphere where both children and parents feel welcomed and supported.
Caring and attentive staffClean facilityStrong parent-teacher communicationNurturing environment - 9Natural Choice Academy4.72 score4.9(20)
13840 North Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 182 children
Parents consistently praise Natural Choice Academy as a loving, well-run center with highly trained and caring teachers who know each child individually. The facility is frequently highlighted for its organic, chef-prepared meals, beautiful outdoor spaces including nature play areas, and strong sense of community among families. Multiple parents report significant positive growth in their children and express deep satisfaction with the quality of care and education.
Caring and attentive teachersorganic wholesome mealsoutdoor play areas with nature connectionstrong community and family events - 10Desert Dawn Private School4.72 score4.9(20)
15815 North 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Desert Dawn Private School receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, attentive staff, balanced academics and play approach, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently highlight their children's positive growth, excellent communication, and the warm, family-like environment. Many parents report it was their preferred choice after visiting multiple facilities.
Caring and nurturing staff with low turnoverbalanced play and academicsexcellent parent communication with photo/video updatesoutdoor spaces including playground with goats and garden
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Highest rated daycares in Phoenix based on parent reviews
Small People Preschool Greenway
2601 East Greenway Road, Phoenix, AZ
Small People Preschool Greenway receives universally positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, engaging activities, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and excited to attend. Many families have enrolled for multiple years and recommend the center highly.
Camelback Holistic Preschool
3530 North 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ
Camelback Holistic Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and directors (Emma and Terence), thoughtfully designed curriculum that balances academics with play-based learning, and the on-site chef who prepares fresh organic meals. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional skills, and appreciate the strong parent communication and supportive community environment.
Mia Preschool & Childcare, L.L.C.
2132 West Glendale Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Mia Preschool & Childcare receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, safe and clean environment, and quality early childhood education. Parents report their children thrived academically, improved social-emotional skills, and felt excited about attending. The owner Elizabeth and teaching staff are consistently highlighted as dedicated, loving, and professional.
Faith Lutheran Preschool
801 East Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ
Faith Lutheran Preschool in Phoenix receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and warm family-like community. Parents highlight the teachers' genuine engagement with children, individualized attention, and low staff turnover spanning 5-15+ years. Families report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with many expressing deep gratitude for the smooth transition back to work.
A Step Ahead Preschool & Montessori
4221 East Chandler Blvd, Phoenix, AZ
A Step Ahead Preschool & Montessori in Phoenix receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owners Aram and Maysa, along with teachers like Ms. Sarah and Ms. Katie, for creating a warm, nurturing, and enriching environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong developmental progress and genuine happiness about attending. The school is described as feeling like a second home with excellent communication, clean facilities,
Learn N' Play, INC.
15626 South 42nd Street, Phoenix, AZ
Learn N' Play receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong communication, cleanliness, and genuine care for children's development and emotional wellbeing across all age groups from infants to school-age. The facility is frequently recommended for providing a family-like atmosphere where both children and parents feel welcomed and supported.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Phoenix, Arizona
There are 234 child daycare & preschools in Phoenix, Arizona, making up 50% of the 468 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 Phoenix, 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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Building Kidz of Phoenix receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the friendly, attentive staff and clean facilities. Parents highlight the Bright Wheel app for daily updates, enrichment activities like music and dance classes, and successful developmental milestones such as potty training. The center is noted for being welcoming to all families, including foster children.
- Address
- 2710 West Southern Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 268-1245
Faith Lutheran Preschool in Phoenix receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and warm family-like community. Parents highlight the teachers' genuine engagement with children, individualized attention, and low staff turnover spanning 5-15+ years. Families report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with many expressing deep gratitude for the smooth transition back to work.
- Address
- 801 East Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 277-6175
- Address
- 1121 West Mcdowell Road, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 252-5866
- Address
- 4715 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 266-5364
Parents consistently praise Kids Central/Mi Escuelita for excellent childcare with caring, experienced staff. The facility is clean, well-maintained, and communicative with families. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and thriving in a bilingual environment with balanced meals and structured learning activities.
- Address
- 624 East Missouri Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 240-6933
- Address
- 5312 North 12th Street, Ste 302, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 339-1558
- Address
- 1945 West Dunlap Avenue, Ste#2 &, #3, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 373-7004
- Address
- 3950 North 53rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 638-0828
- Address
- 1923 East Broadway Road, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 268-3774
- Address
- 7450 South 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (623) 385-3580
- Address
- 4601 North 34th Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 955-5728
Small People Preschool Greenway receives universally positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, engaging activities, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and excited to attend. Many families have enrolled for multiple years and recommend the center highly.
- Address
- 2601 East Greenway Road, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 482-2230
- Address
- 19601 North 27th Avenue, Bldg 2, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (623) 388-8130
Parents consistently praise The Scottsdale School as an exceptional preschool with dedicated, long-tenured staff who treat children like family members. Families highlight the faith-based curriculum, well-rounded learning activities, and strong preparation for elementary school. Multiple families report driving significant distances and enrolling multiple children due to their positive experiences.
- Address
- 12630 North 48th Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 953-2530
- Address
- 3801 East Greenway Road, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 867-9179
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- 1621 East Bethany Home Road, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 603-9173
- Address
- 4848 South 2nd Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 243-7788
- Address
- 5524 East Lafayette Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 952-2616
- Address
- 346 East Coronado Road, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 252-2275
Parents consistently praise Nana Lupe's Day Care for its caring, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff who remain with the center long-term. The facility is noted for going above and beyond in supporting children's individual needs, including those with special needs like ADHD, and providing nutritious meals. One parent reported a discrepancy regarding transportation services that should be clarified before enrollment.
- Address
- 4480 North Black Canyon Hwy, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 249-2992
- Address
- 108 North 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 286-8130
Mia Preschool & Childcare receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, safe and clean environment, and quality early childhood education. Parents report their children thrived academically, improved social-emotional skills, and felt excited about attending. The owner Elizabeth and teaching staff are consistently highlighted as dedicated, loving, and professional.
- Address
- 2132 West Glendale Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 596-8856
- Address
- 2946 East Cheery Lynn Road, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 583-7855
Sounds Montessori Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing Montessori environment, caring staff, and educational approach that fosters a love of learning. Parents highlight daily photo updates, clean facilities, hands-on learning activities including garden work, and their children's visible happiness and development. Multiple parents report their children are thriving and developing confidence and self-motivation.
- Address
- 6401 South 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 885-1090
Camelback Holistic Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and directors (Emma and Terence), thoughtfully designed curriculum that balances academics with play-based learning, and the on-site chef who prepares fresh organic meals. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional skills, and appreciate the strong parent communication and supportive community environment.
- Address
- 3530 North 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 466-1085
A Step Ahead Preschool & Montessori in Phoenix receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the owners Aram and Maysa, along with teachers like Ms. Sarah and Ms. Katie, for creating a warm, nurturing, and enriching environment. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong developmental progress and genuine happiness about attending. The school is described as feeling like a second home with excellent communication, clean facilities,
- Address
- 4221 East Chandler Blvd, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 706-9424
New Creations Day Care has consistently high ratings with parents praising the staff's care, cleanliness, and family-like environment. Parents report their children trust and love the facility, with many being long-term customers. One review mentions concern about past staff misconduct that has since been addressed.
- Address
- 2904 East Roosevelt Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 273-7940
Learn N' Play receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong communication, cleanliness, and genuine care for children's development and emotional wellbeing across all age groups from infants to school-age. The facility is frequently recommended for providing a family-like atmosphere where both children and parents feel welcomed and supported.
- Address
- 15626 South 42nd Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (480) 704-1440
Parents consistently praise Natural Choice Academy as a loving, well-run center with highly trained and caring teachers who know each child individually. The facility is frequently highlighted for its organic, chef-prepared meals, beautiful outdoor spaces including nature play areas, and strong sense of community among families. Multiple parents report significant positive growth in their children and express deep satisfaction with the quality of care and education.
- Address
- 13840 North Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 404-7820
Desert Dawn Private School receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, attentive staff, balanced academics and play approach, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently highlight their children's positive growth, excellent communication, and the warm, family-like environment. Many parents report it was their preferred choice after visiting multiple facilities.
- Address
- 15815 North 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ
- Phone
- (602) 493-5340
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