Children at daycare

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.

Childcare & Pre-school

Find the best childcare & pre-school in Arizona

Find near me

Headstart Programs

Find the best headstart programs in Arizona

Find near me

Religious / Church Based Daycare

Find the best religious / church based daycare in Arizona

Find near me

Before or After School

Find the best before or after school in Arizona

Find near me

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Arizona

Showing 1,142 results

La Hacienda Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

LA HACIENDA CHILD CARE CENTER receives mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth, personal care, and family-oriented atmosphere. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about facility appearance, crowding, and unprofessional interactions.

Caring and loving stafffamily-oriented environmentchildren happy and clean at pickup
Address
14506 Alto Street, El Mirage, AZ
Phone
(623) 815-7334
Zion Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
5644 South 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 268-7502
Parkway Children'S School Of Excellence
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parkway Children's School of Excellence receives mostly positive reviews praising staff dedication, meal quality, and clean facilities, though one former teacher raised serious concerns about state regulation compliance, infant care standards, and declining enrollment.

Homemade mealscaring and loving staffclean facility
Address
1751 East Maryland Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 266-5059
Our Lady Of Joy Roman Catholic Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Our Lady of Joy Roman Catholic Preschool in Carefree, Arizona receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the nurturing, faith-based environment and caring staff. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about racial profiling and inadequate support for children's behavioral and developmental needs.

Warm and nurturing environmentdedicated and loving teachersfaith-based education integrated into daily activities
Address
36811 North Pima Road, Carefree, AZ
Phone
(480) 595-6409
Best Friends Preschool INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Best Friends Preschool in Mesa receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff, excellent communication and daily updates, nutritious meals, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. The facility has maintained its strong reputation for decades and is known for supporting both children's learning and parents' peace of mind.

Caring and professional staffwarm and welcoming environm
Address
2038 South Don Carlos, Mesa, AZ
Phone
(480) 839-5953
Sunrise Preschools #282
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschools #282 for exceptional staff who are caring, engaged, and communicative. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and welcoming, with a strong curriculum and leadership. Multiple families report multi-year tenure and high satisfaction with their children's development and safety.

Friendly and passionate staffdaily photo/update communicationsclean and organized facility
Address
641 West Southern Avenue, Mesa, AZ
Phone
(480) 833-0353
Sunrise Preschools #141
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Sunrise Preschools #141 receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, welcoming staff and positive learning environment. Parents particularly commend individual teachers and administrators by name, noting that children are excited to attend and feel supported. One parent raised a concern about unsafe driving in the parking lot but acknowledged this may not reflect the daycare's operations.

Friendly and welcoming staffcaring teachers who support chi
Address
1549 North Burk Street, Gilbert, AZ
Phone
(480) 497-5260
Sunrise Preschools #295
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Sunrise Preschools #295 in Mesa receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong leadership under director Cassie, smaller class sizes, and their children's happiness and learning progress.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent communicationsmaller class sizes
Address
2217 North Power Road, #1001, Mesa, AZ
Phone
(480) 219-8407
Little Town Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Little Town Child Care in Tucson receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, clean facility, engaging activities, affordable pricing, and family-like atmosphere where children are excited to attend daily.

Caring and communicative staffclean facilityaffordable pricing
Address
4521 East Benson Highway, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 574-0626
Old Spanish Trail School #71401
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Old Spanish Trail School #71401 receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong communication, child development, and welcoming environment that makes them feel confident leaving their children in this center's care.

Caring and loving staffExcellent communication with parentsBehavioral support and guidance
Address
9395 East Old Spanish Trail, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 885-8531
Tuty'S Daycare And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
251 W 38th Street, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 620-9332
Little Friends Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Little Friends Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, clean facilities, engaging activities, and strong communication through the Procare app. Children are reported to be happy and eager to attend.

Kind and attentive staffclean and well-maintained environmentfun and creative activities
Address
2846 West Drexel Road, Suite 100, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 471-4411
Growing Steps Childcare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Growing Steps Childcare & Learning Center in Tucson receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, highlighting the caring and nurturing staff, clean environment, balanced curriculum, and strong child development outcomes. Parents appreciate daily updates and note their children are excited to attend.

Caring and nurturing staffclean and well-organized facilitystrong safety practices
Address
132 East Prince Road, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 887-2121
F.U.S.D.#1 - Eagles Crest Child Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
400 West Elm Avenue, Flagstaff, AZ
Phone
(928) 773-8127
Flagstaff Family Ymca, Y Kidz Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Note: The reviews provided are for the Flagstaff Family YMCA fitness center, not the Y Kidz Preschool daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, equipment quality, and friendly staff, with visitors reporting a welcoming community atmosphere and well-maintained amenities.

Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffwell-maintained equipment
Address
1001 North Turquoise Drive, Flagstaff, AZ
Phone
(928) 556-9622
Busy Bee Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Busy Bee Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, clean facility, strong communication, and individualized attention to child development from infancy through pre-K.

Affectionate and compassionate staffresponsive communication with parentsdaily updates and photos shared
Address
8665 East Florentine, Prescott Valley, AZ
Phone
(928) 772-6333
Teach N Tots INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

TEACH N TOTS INC receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting the caring and educated staff, clean facilities, and family-oriented environment. Many families have used the center for multiple children and years, indicating strong long-term satisfaction. Parents appreciate the recent facility updates and convenient administrative systems.

Kind and educated teachersfamily environmentclean facility
Address
4501 North 19th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 277-6459
Kinderland Daycare, L L C
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Kinderland Daycare for its caring, family-oriented environment where children are excited to attend. Staff members are described as genuinely invested in each child's development, providing strong communication with parents, educational instruction, and emotional support. Multiple families report years of loyalty and satisfaction with the center.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentsfamily atmosphere
Address
1000 North Country Club Drive, Mesa, AZ
Phone
(480) 649-0390
Kids Can Doodle
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Kids Can Doodle receives consistently high praise from long-term parents who appreciate the caring staff, child development focus, and safe environment. Most reviews highlight strong relationships between staff and children and commend regular communication with parents. One review raises serious concerns about injury incidents, video refusal, and potential abuse coverups.

Caring and nurturing staffchild development and learning improvementssafe environment
Address
3552 West Glendale Ave.#A, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 347-9866
Primrose School Of East Mesa
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of East Mesa for its warm, caring environment and dedicated staff. Reviewers highlight strong child development outcomes, excellent communication, cleanliness, and administrative accessibility. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and high satisfaction with their children's growth and happiness at the facility.

Welcoming and compassionate stafffrequent communication and photo updatesclean facilities
Address
2710 South Crimson Road, Mesa, AZ
Phone
(480) 354-2966
Vista Colina Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Vista Colina Child Development is a residential program that provides shelter, childcare, and support services to families in need. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and comprehensive resources including food assistance and medical shuttle services. Reviewers express deep gratitude for the life-changing impact of the program.

Caring and understanding staffclean and roomy unitsfree shelter and food assistance
Address
1050 West Mountain View Road, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 870-8778
5th Place Community Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

5th Place Community Childcare in Mesa receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight excellent communication, safety measures, small class sizes, and caring staff who go above and beyond in child development and care.

Daily updates with photos and videossecure door codessmall class sizes
Address
306 West 5th Place, Mesa, AZ
Phone
(480) 833-7600
Tots Unlimited # 28
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise TOTS UNLIMITED #28 for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and family-oriented environment. Children show developmental progress and happiness attending the center. Parents appreciate daily communication through photos and updates, and report feeling confident leaving their children in staff's care.

Caring and attentive staffclean facilitydevelopmental progress in academics and skills
Address
8311 West Glendale Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(623) 772-8087
Sojourner Center Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Sojourner Center is a domestic violence support organization that receives strong praise for its mission and donation programs, but faces serious criticism regarding denial of rental assistance and shelter services to qualifying survivors. Multiple reviewers report that eligibility policies are applied rigidly without consideration of emergency circumstances, and allege inadequate case management and security concerns at the shelter.

Compassionate staffsafe environ
Address
2224 East Fillmore Street, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 244-0997
Children'S Country Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Children's Country Country Club for exceptional care, compassionate staff, and quality food. The owner Jason and teachers are noted for treating children like family, going above and beyond in communication and developmental support. The facility is expanding to accommodate more children.

Caring and patient staffhomemade fresh quality mealsdevelopmental support (potty training)
Address
8935 North 35th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(602) 973-7631
Tutor Time Child Care/ Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise this Tutor Time location for its caring, experienced staff and clean, welcoming environment. Children show strong academic progress and emotional development, with families reporting high satisfaction over multiple years of attendance. The SproutAbout app and staff communication are frequently highlighted as excellent.

Caring and dedicated staffclean facilitystrong teacher retention
Address
24745 North 23rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ
Phone
(623) 587-5640
Lovable Kids Kare Mesa
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Lovable Kids Kare Mesa has received predominantly positive reviews praising the new ownership, clean environment, caring staff, and practical amenities like transportation and fresh snacks. However, one negative review alleges serious concerns including inadequate feeding, physical handling of children, and a child found unsupervised outside.

Warm and attentive staffclean and welcoming environmentexcellent parent communication
Address
925 North Orange, Mesa, AZ
Phone
(480) 656-7132
Sunrise Preschools #148
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschools #148 for its caring, patient, and experienced staff who create a welcoming environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally. Children show improved social skills, vocabulary, and confidence, with strong transitions from home care. The facility maintains good cleanliness, easy sign-in processes, and provides regular parent communication.

Caring and patient staffexperienced teachers (many long-tenured)
Address
12010 North 43rd Avenue, Glendale, AZ
Phone
(602) 993-2026
Stepping Stones Childcare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Stepping Stones Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, developmental focus, and family-friendly activities. Two negative reviews cite disorganization, high costs, understaffing concerns, and customer service issues, though these are vastly outnumbered by five-star ratings.

caring and nurturing staffchild safety and security measuresvideo surveillance available
Address
863 Airpark Drive, Bullhead City, AZ
Phone
(928) 754-2221
Kidz Town Preschool And Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Kidz Town Preschool and Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the attentive, caring staff who engage children in learning activities and create a family-like environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, develop strong social skills, and transition smoothly into the program. One negative review cited concerns about management qualifications and overcrowding despite meeting capacity regulations.

attentive and caring staffhands-on engagement with childrenclean and safe facility
Address
1233 Fawn Brook Drive, Show Low, AZ
Phone
(928) 537-2224

Page 16 of 39· 1,142 results

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.