
Browse all 38 child daycare & preschools in Tempe, Arizona. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
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.
1255 West Elliot Road, Tempe, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 155 children
Parents consistently praise Maple Bear for its structured curriculum, caring and stable staff, and strong educational foundation that prepares children for kindergarten. The center is noted for maintaining consistent teacher-student relationships, cleanliness, security, and excellent communication with parents. All reviewers report high satisfaction with their children's development and progress.
7570 South Willow Drive, Tempe, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 162 children
Parents consistently praise Bridges Preschool for its caring, qualified staff and welcoming environment. Director Erika and the teaching team receive particular recognition for their attentiveness, patience, and genuine care for children's development. Multiple parents report significant growth in their children's social, emotional, and academic skills.
5801 South Rural Road, Tempe, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children
Yad B'Yad Children's Center in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and professional staff, small class sizes, strong sense of community, age-appropriate activities, and welcoming interfaith environment that incorporates Jewish traditions without pressure. Parents report feeling confident in their children's safety, development, and emotional well-being.
1700 East Elliot Road, #9, Tempe, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 169 children
Parents consistently praise Fit N' Fun Educational Center for its caring, knowledgeable staff who create a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment. Families report their children are excited to attend, thrive academically and socially, and develop a genuine love of learning. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and returned over many years.
9880 South Rural Road, #116, Tempe, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 178 children
Sunrise Preschools #123 in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple reviews. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, age-appropriate curriculum, clean facilities, and nurturing environment that supports children's development from infancy through preschool. Multiple parents report their children thriving academically and emotionally, with strong teacher-parent communication and a welcoming community atmosphere.
7420 South Rural Road, Tempe, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 114 children
Alegrias Child Care & Learning Center in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring, bilingual staff, clean facility, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Parents report feeling comfortable and supported, with strong relationships built between staff and families over multiple years.
625 West Cornell Drive, Tempe, AZ · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 340 children
Getz School receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers who praise the dedicated, caring staff and the significant developmental progress their children have made. Parents consistently highlight the professionalism, cleanliness, and supportive environment, with particular appreciation for specific teachers like Miss Maggie, Miss Leah, and Miss Laurie.
1735 South College Avenue, Tempe, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 59 children
Parents consistently praise Heartprints Montessori for its caring staff, effective Montessori teaching methods, and positive developmental outcomes. Children show notable growth in language, academic skills, and social-emotional development. The small facility size allows staff to know all students well.
1035 East Guadalupe Road, Tempe, AZ · Church Daycare · Capacity: 178 children
Gethsemane Lutheran Church & School in Tempe is highly regarded by families who praise its welcoming community and faith-based environment. Parents highlight the school's compassionate handling of behavioral challenges, safety during COVID-19, and strong children's ministry programs. Families describe feeling at home and experiencing personal spiritual growth through the church and school community.
715 West 5th Street, Room 137, Tempe, AZ · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 59 children
Parents consistently praise this Head Start center as a welcoming, modern facility with helpful staff and diverse programming for children and families. Reviewers highlight the friendly security, community support, and range of activities available. One parent specifically commended staff member Tonia for going above and beyond to provide resources.
Highest rated daycares in Tempe based on parent reviews
1255 West Elliot Road, Tempe, AZ
Parents consistently praise Maple Bear for its structured curriculum, caring and stable staff, and strong educational foundation that prepares children for kindergarten. The center is noted for maintaining consistent teacher-student relationships, cleanliness, security, and excellent communication with parents. All reviewers report high satisfaction with their children's development and progress.
7570 South Willow Drive, Tempe, AZ
Parents consistently praise Bridges Preschool for its caring, qualified staff and welcoming environment. Director Erika and the teaching team receive particular recognition for their attentiveness, patience, and genuine care for children's development. Multiple parents report significant growth in their children's social, emotional, and academic skills.
5801 South Rural Road, Tempe, AZ
Yad B'Yad Children's Center in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and professional staff, small class sizes, strong sense of community, age-appropriate activities, and welcoming interfaith environment that incorporates Jewish traditions without pressure. Parents report feeling confident in their children's safety, development, and emotional well-being.
1700 East Elliot Road, #9, Tempe, AZ
Parents consistently praise Fit N' Fun Educational Center for its caring, knowledgeable staff who create a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment. Families report their children are excited to attend, thrive academically and socially, and develop a genuine love of learning. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and returned over many years.
9880 South Rural Road, #116, Tempe, AZ
Sunrise Preschools #123 in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple reviews. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, age-appropriate curriculum, clean facilities, and nurturing environment that supports children's development from infancy through preschool. Multiple parents report their children thriving academically and emotionally, with strong teacher-parent communication and a welcoming community atmosphere.
7420 South Rural Road, Tempe, AZ
Alegrias Child Care & Learning Center in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring, bilingual staff, clean facility, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Parents report feeling comfortable and supported, with strong relationships built between staff and families over multiple years.
There are 38 child daycare & preschools in Tempe, Arizona, making up 42% of the 90 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 Tempe, 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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Parents consistently praise Fit N' Fun Educational Center for its caring, knowledgeable staff who create a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment. Families report their children are excited to attend, thrive academically and socially, and develop a genuine love of learning. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and returned over many years.
Parents consistently praise Maple Bear for its structured curriculum, caring and stable staff, and strong educational foundation that prepares children for kindergarten. The center is noted for maintaining consistent teacher-student relationships, cleanliness, security, and excellent communication with parents. All reviewers report high satisfaction with their children's development and progress.
Yad B'Yad Children's Center in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and professional staff, small class sizes, strong sense of community, age-appropriate activities, and welcoming interfaith environment that incorporates Jewish traditions without pressure. Parents report feeling confident in their children's safety, development, and emotional well-being.
Parents consistently praise Bridges Preschool for its caring, qualified staff and welcoming environment. Director Erika and the teaching team receive particular recognition for their attentiveness, patience, and genuine care for children's development. Multiple parents report significant growth in their children's social, emotional, and academic skills.
Sunrise Preschools #123 in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple reviews. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, age-appropriate curriculum, clean facilities, and nurturing environment that supports children's development from infancy through preschool. Multiple parents report their children thriving academically and emotionally, with strong teacher-parent communication and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Alegrias Child Care & Learning Center in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring, bilingual staff, clean facility, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Parents report feeling comfortable and supported, with strong relationships built between staff and families over multiple years.
Calvary Christian Preschool & Daycare in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 recent reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the caring staff, Christian-based curriculum, strong teacher-child relationships, and detailed daily communication with parents. Parents report their children are excited to attend and show positive development across academic and social areas.
Little Foot Learning Center receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, family-oriented staff and welcoming environment. Parents consistently highlight the genuine care from ownership and teachers, effective communication, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. The center is described as safe, well-organized, and flexible with family schedules.
Parents consistently praise the Tempe Family YMCA for its welcoming and friendly staff, clean facilities, and variety of programs including summer camps and fitness classes. The center receives unanimous 5-star ratings with reviewers highlighting excellent customer service, strong communication, and a sense of community. Children enjoy the activities and facilities offered.
Discovery Time Childcare in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the exceptional care, attentive staff, strong leadership under Ms. CiCi, and homemade meals as key strengths that make children eager to attend.
Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschools #132 for its caring, professional staff and supportive leadership. Multiple reviews highlight the positive impact of recent management changes and the facility's strong curriculum that promotes child development and learning. Families report their children are happy, safe, and engaged in fun activities and field trips.
Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschools #230 for its caring, professional staff and welcoming family-like environment. Children show happiness, development, and positive behavioral growth. Multiple parents report switching from other daycares and experiencing significant improvements in quality and affordability.
Sunrise Preschools #300 in Tempe receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, strong leadership, and welcoming environment that supports children's academic, social, and emotional development. Multiple parents note their children are excited to attend and that the center provides a family-like atmosphere.
Imagination Station Child Care in Tempe receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the staff's professionalism, genuine care, and developmental focus. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong preparation for kindergarten and excellent communication from teachers. Multiple long-term families recommend the center highly.
Little Wonders Learning Center in Tempe received mixed reviews. Most parents praised caring, loving staff and a welcoming atmosphere, but several parents reported significant declines in quality including staff turnover, lack of curriculum, inappropriate behavior toward children, and management's failure to address serious concerns. The facility has closed.
Mill Avenue Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who commend the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the school's professionalism, communication, safety measures, educational activities, and strong leadership under current management.
Parents consistently praise Mi Escuelita for its caring, passionate staff who create a warm and stimulating environment. The bilingual curriculum, focus on social-emotional development, cleanliness, and strong communication are highlighted as major strengths. Children reportedly thrive and eagerly attend, with parents noting significant improvements in behavior and learning compared to other facilities.
ABC Preschool has highly polarized reviews ranging from 5 stars to 1 star. Positive reviews praise the clean facility, attentive staff, in-room cameras, and child development, while negative reviews report serious concerns including unreported injuries, inadequate supervision, harsh discipline, and unprofessional staff behavior.
Bright Horizons at ASU Research Park receives consistently high praise from long-term families. Parents highlight the caring and experienced staff, structured curriculum, clean facilities, strong community feel, and excellent communication as key strengths. Multiple reviewers report their children have thrived academically and socially, with some families staying for 7-10+ years.
Little Rascals Learning Center in Tempe receives universally positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the staff's dedication, communication, cleanliness, and individualized care for children. Parents consistently highlight significant developmental progress and note feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care.
Little Rascals Learning Center #3 in Tempe receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are happy, excited to attend, and feel the center provides quality care comparable to a second home. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organization, activities, and strong communication with families.
Bright Horizons at ASU Research Park in Tempe receives consistently excellent reviews from long-term families. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff, clean facilities, structured curriculum, strong community feel, and exceptional communication. Multiple families report their children have thrived academically and socially, with some having attended for 7-10+ years.
This is not a daycare center—these reviews are for Life Time, a fitness club and spa facility in Tempe. Reviews consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, extensive amenities, and exceptional staff who create a welcoming community atmosphere. Parents particularly highlight the childcare center staff (Taylor, Kelcee, and Tyler) for their attentive, caring approach to children.
Valley Child Care & Learning Center #1003 in Tempe receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, personable staff and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the center's flexibility, individualized attention to children, meal provision, allergy accommodations, and affordable pricing as major benefits. Multiple families have used the facility for years and report their children are excited to attend and form strong bonds with teachers.
La Petite Academy Tempe receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All reviewers praise the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, strong communication, and positive developmental impact on children. Parents consistently note feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care.
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