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1,142 Child Daycare & Preschools in Arizona

Browse 1,142 child daycare & preschools across Arizona. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Arizona

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Arizona can make the decision-making process smoother.

Arizona has about 2,206 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Arizona. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Arizona

There are 2,206 daycares in Arizona: 237 headstart facilities, 710 before/after school centers, 117 religious facility daycares, and 1,142 childcare and preschool centers.

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Kids Play Learning Center #4
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Most parents praise KIDS PLAY LEARNING CENTER #4 for its stable staff, safe environment, and quality care with experienced teachers like Miss Laura and Miss Makeeba. However, one parent reported serious concerns including inadequate supervision, improper food handling, hygiene issues, and billing problems with unresponsive staff.

Staff stability and low turnoverchild safety prioritizedexperienced and nurturing teachers
Address
460 East University Drive, Mesa, AZ
Phone
(480) 615-1768
From Time 2 Time
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

From Time 2 Time is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Mesa that parents consistently praise for its warm, caring staff led by director Erica. Parents report excellent communication, creative educational activities, and noticeable developmental progress in their children. The facility is described as clean, welcoming, and affordable with a family-oriented atmosphere.

Caring and attentive staffeducational and creative activitiesclean and well-organized facility
Address
7440 East Main Street, #9, Mesa, AZ
Phone
(480) 654-2019
Scottsdale / Paradise Valley Y M C A
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Scottsdale/Paradise Valley YMCA is highly rated for its childcare services, with parents praising the friendly and engaging staff who work with children. The facility offers modern amenities, cleanliness, and a welcoming environment for families. Parents report their children enjoy attending camp and the childcare play area.

Friendly and engaging childcare staffchildren enjoy attending camp and play areasmodern and brand new equipment (2025)
Address
6869 East Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, AZ
Phone
(602) 212-6044
Sunrise Preschools #132
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Dedicated and compassionate leadershipexperienced and energetic teachersstrong curriculum with measurable learning outcomes
Address
1628 East Broadway Road, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 820-1861
Sunrise Preschools #230
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Compassionate and dedicated staffchild development and learning activitiesaffordable rates
Address
808 East Minton, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(480) 214-0042
Phoenix Childrens Academy Private Preschool # 224
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Phoenix Children's Academy for its warm, welcoming staff who provide individualized attention and help children feel safe and loved. Children show enthusiasm for attending school, retain learning through songs and rhymes, and thrive academically and socially. The facility emphasizes education, life skills, and STEAM curriculum while maintaining a family-like environment.

Warm and welcoming staffindividualized attention to childrenstrong teacher-child connections
Address
6288 South Higley Road, Gilbert, AZ
Phone
(480) 633-5588
Light Of Christ Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
6289 South Greenfield Road, Gilbert, AZ
Phone
(480) 899-1400
Jumpstart Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Sweet Pea Kids Preschool & Child Care for exceptional staff quality, genuine care, and family-like environment. Children show significant developmental progress in social skills, learning, and emotional growth. The facility is noted as clean, safe, and maintains strong communication with parents.

Caring and trained stafffamily-like treatment of childrenopen communication and timely updates
Address
12482 West Greenway Road, Surprise, AZ
Phone
(623) 933-1116
London Bridge Daycare INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

London Bridge Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its clean facilities, caring staff, and educational focus, with most parents reporting their children are happy, safe, and learning. However, one detailed negative review highlights concerns about lack of parent-teacher communication, restricted classroom access, high staff turnover, inconsistent curriculum implementation, and inflexible policies regarding mid-day pickups and closure schedules.

Clean
Address
3598 Jamaica Blvd S, Lake Havasu City, AZ
Phone
(928) 453-8032
Our Lady Of The Lake Roman Catholic Parish Lake Havasu City
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Our Lady of the Lake Roman Catholic Parish offers preschool and kindergarten programs alongside its church community in Lake Havasu City. Parents consistently praise the caring and qualified staff, welcoming atmosphere, strong curriculum, and abundant activities and clubs for students. The parish is described as a beautiful place of worship with involved parents and a supportive community.

Excellent teacherscaring staffwelcoming environment
Address
1975 Daytona Drive, Lake Havasu City, AZ
Phone
(928) 855-2685
Creative Child Care, Incorporated
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Creative Child Care receives mostly positive reviews praising its structured curriculum, friendly staff, and warm learning environment. However, one parent reported a negative experience citing differential treatment, frequent staff changes, and poor handling of their child's behavioral concerns.

Friendly and loving staffwell-structured curriculumorganized learning environment
Address
17150 East Amhurst Drive, Fountain Hills, AZ
Phone
(480) 837-0282
Phoenix Childrens Academy Private Preschool # 225
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Phoenix Children's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, strong curriculum, and a nurturing environment that makes children excited to attend.

Caring and attentive teacherssafe and clean facilitygood communication with parents (daily updates and photos)
Address
25155 North 39th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 582-0011
Mountain View Christian Church Of Phoenix Arizona Dba Campbell Community Church
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This facility receives positive feedback for its welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Parents appreciate the church services, bible study programs, and community involvement. One parent noted poor responsiveness to inquiries.

welcoming stafffriendly communitygood church services
Address
2927 East Campbell Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 955-5832
Y Kids - Ahwatukee Family Y M C A
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the Ahwatukee Family YMCA for its excellent staff, clean facilities, and diverse programs for all ages. The facility offers quality instruction in sports, fitness classes, and childcare with particularly strong customer service. Multiple reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere and well-maintained equipment.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesvariety of programs for all ages
Address
1030 East Liberty Lane, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(480) 759-6762
Shellie'S Early Start Learning Center #4
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Shellie's Early Start Learning Center for its caring, family-oriented staff and strong educational focus. Children show significant developmental progress in academics, potty training, and social skills. The center provides meals, supplies, field trips, and flexible support for families, including assistance for those not qualifying for state aid.

Loving and professional staffstrong child development and learning outcomesprovides meals and supplies
Address
26 East Baseline Road, Suite 116a-B, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 232-6000
Building Kidz Of Chandler
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Building Kidz of Chandler receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising significant improvements under Director Christi's leadership. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, hands-on curriculum, and strong parent communication through the center's app that tracks daily activities and learning.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilitylow staff turnover
Address
2200 North Alma School Road, Chandler, AZ
Phone
(480) 821-9006
Wirtzie'S Preschool And Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Wirtzie's Preschool for its caring, professional staff who treat children as family members. The facility is noted for nutritious on-site meals, strong curriculum, intergenerational programs with seniors, and regular communication with parents through photos and updates. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and making significant developmental progress.

Loving and attentive staffnutritious on-site meals (Birt's Bistro)structured curriculum
Address
16752 North Greasewood Street, Surprise, AZ
Phone
(623) 207-6022
Phoenix Christian Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Phoenix Christian Day Care (also referred to as The Son's Children) receives unanimously positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, clean and well-maintained facilities, and nurturing environment that supports both learning and development. The center is commended for strong leadership, community involvement, and regular communication with families through daily updates and photos.

Warm and patient staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesrecently remodeled spaces
Address
2030 North 36th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 273-0889
Sunrise Preschools #137
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschools #137 for its caring, loving staff and family-oriented environment. Teachers are noted for going above and beyond, with strong communication with parents and developmental support for children. The facility is described as safe, clean, and providing quality educational activities alongside childcare.

Caring and loving staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent parent communication
Address
1415 East Bell Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 780-2007
Sierra Montana Recreation Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Sierra Montana Recreation Center is a well-regarded facility in Surprise, Arizona that offers preschool (tot time), martial arts classes, camps, and event hosting. Parents consistently praise the knowledgeable and patient instructors, engaging activities including crafts and movie nights, and the overall happy experiences their children have. The facility is noted for its good neighborhood location and well-maintained amenities.

Patient and knowledgeable instructorsgreat martial arts/karate programspreschool teachers
Address
14861 West Spring Lane, Surprise, AZ
Phone
(623) 222-2600
Desert Sky Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Desert Sky Montessori School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the school's Montessori approach, academic rigor, caring staff leadership (particularly director Paty), individualized attention to children, and strong sense of community. One former child student gave a 2/5 rating citing a negative experience with a staff member years ago.

Montessori curriculumacademic readinesscaring and skilled teachers
Address
12850 North Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ
Phone
(480) 998-7019
Kids R' Our Future Preschool / Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Kids R' Our Future for exceptional staff care, strong teacher-child relationships, and child development across academic, emotional, and social areas. The facility maintains high cleanliness standards, offers nutritious meals, provides regular parent communication, and features enriching programs including field trips and summer activities. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily.

Attentive and passionate staffsafe and nurturing environmentstrong parent communication
Address
3002 North Arizona Avenue, Ste 20, Chandler, AZ
Phone
(480) 632-2353
New Horizon Little Learners
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

New Horizon Little Learners receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight caring, engaged staff, strong communication, and developmental learning activities. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and thriving while appreciating the flexibility and reasonable pricing. The director and teachers are noted for being actively involved and going above and beyond for families.

Caring and loving staffexcellent communication via Brightweel appsmall class sizes
Address
2506 North Dobson Road, Chandler, AZ
Phone
(480) 917-0054
Sunrise Preschools #292
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Sunrise Preschool #292 in Tolleson, Arizona receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and affordable pricing that includes meals. Parents highlight excellent communication through daily app updates, secure building access, age-appropriate grouping, and a curriculum that supports child development and learning.

Friendly and professional staffsecure building with password entryclean and well-maintained facility
Address
350 North 96th Avenue, Tolleson, AZ
Phone
(623) 907-2400
Sunrise Preschools #300
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Caring and professional staffWarm and welcoming environmentClear communication from management
Address
1520 North Priest Road, Tempe, AZ
Phone
(623) 201-8869
Lincoln Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Lincoln Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents who praise the staff's attentiveness, cleanliness, nutrition program, and support for children with special needs. However, one detailed negative review contradicts these claims, citing poor hygiene, inadequate supervision, overcrowding, and lack of daily communication.

Staff knows children by namedetailed daily reports providedhigh teacher-to-student ratio
Address
303 East Eva Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 943-3731
Desert Voices Oral Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Desert Voices Oral Learning Center specializes in speech and language development for deaf and hard of hearing children, with most parents praising the professional staff and notable progress in their children's speech abilities. However, some parents object to the school's oral-only approach and report concerns about staff rudeness and administrative practices.

Professional and friendly teacherssignificant speech progress for childrenstrong language development support
Address
3426 East Shea Blvd, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 224-0598
Sunrise Preschools #142
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents overwhelmingly praise Sunrise Preschools #142, highlighting significant improvements since new management took over. Director Ashley Phillips and her team are credited with transforming the facility into a clean, well-staffed, caring environment where children are happy and engaged. Parents report responsive leadership, attentive teachers, and strong child development support.

Clean facilityprofessional and attentive staffresponsive director (Ashley Phillips)
Address
1365 South Gilbert Road, Mesa, AZ
Phone
(480) 218-5577
Montessori In The Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Guidepost Montessori Goodyear for its authentic Montessori approach and caring, engaged staff. Children reportedly develop independence, confidence, and critical thinking skills while feeling safe and supported. The school is noted for excellent parent communication and accommodating schedules.

Authentic Montessori curriculumstaff warmth and caringchild independence and confidence building
Address
1832 North Litchfield Road, Goodyear, AZ
Phone
(623) 535-4863
Sunrise Preschools #136
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschools #136 for its caring, experienced teachers and clean, well-maintained facility. The director Maegon receives high marks for responsiveness and support, and parents appreciate the daily communication app, activities, and artwork displays. Children show measurable progress and parents report happy drop-offs and positive learning experiences.

Caring and attentive teachersexperienced staff (particularly Ms. Virginia and Ms. Raeann)responsive director (Maegon)
Address
3401 West Union Hills Drive, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 978-9545

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,142 child daycare & preschools daycares across Arizona. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Arizona are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Arizona's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Arizona, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Arizona sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Arizona vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.