
Find the best preschools in Mesa, Arizona. Browse 37 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — preschools with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
2745 North 32nd Street, Mesa, AZ · Capacity: 50 children
Noah's Ark Preschool in Mesa receives unanimous praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the dedicated, caring staff, strong Christian environment, and structured yet creative approach to early childhood education. Children reportedly show significant academic growth and emotional development while enjoying their time at the school.
2936 North Power Road, Mesa, AZ · Capacity: 58 children
Parents consistently praise The Preschool at RMUMC for its warm, nurturing environment and highly dedicated teachers who provide individualized attention. Reviews highlight a balanced curriculum combining academics, play, and social-emotional development within a Christ-centered community. Children reportedly show genuine excitement about attending and develop strong foundational skills for future success.
2734 South Alma School Road, Mesa, AZ · Capacity: 153 children
Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschool #222 for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Multiple reviewers highlight excellent communication, nutritious meals, and how the facility helped with transitions like drop-offs and potty training. All 10 reviews rate the center 5/5 stars.
521 North Alma School Road, Mesa, AZ · Capacity: 33 children
Parents unanimously praise Organic Beginnings Preschool for its nature-based, play-centered curriculum and beautiful facilities. Director Angelina is consistently highlighted for her knowledge, passion, and attentiveness to child development. Children reportedly thrive in the program and enjoy attending daily.
102 North Lindsay Road, Mesa, AZ · Capacity: 208 children
Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschools #134 for its caring, professional staff and clean facilities. Children are reported to be excited about attending, and parents feel comfortable and supported by management. The center is noted for accommodating special needs, maintaining open communication, and providing reasonable pricing.
1525 North Power Road, Mesa, AZ · Capacity: 105 children
Love of Christ Preschool is highly rated by parents who praise the caring staff and warm learning environment. Parents consistently highlight the attentive care provided, particularly noting staff member Ms. Caspersen's dedication to making each day comfortable and educational for children.
1949 East Brown Road, Mesa, AZ · Capacity: 131 children
Maxwell Preschool Academy receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who consistently praise the caring, family-like environment and dedicated staff, particularly director Ms. Lydia. Parents report their children experience strong academic, emotional, and social development, with many families staying enrolled for multiple years and maintaining relationships with staff after leaving.
1365 South Gilbert Road, Mesa, AZ · Capacity: 280 children
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.
161 North Mesa Drive, Mesa, AZ · Capacity: 59 children
First Presbyterian Preschool of Mesa received overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents praising the staff, facilities, and caring atmosphere. However, the facility closed for the 2025-26 school year, and one parent expressed serious concerns about leadership's conduct during the final two weeks of operation, which negatively impacted their overall experience despite years of satisfaction.
1830 North Country Club Drive, Mesa, AZ · Capacity: 111 children
All Star Preschool in Mesa receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and welcoming staff, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, child development outcomes, and flexible payment options. The facility is noted for making children feel comfortable and loved, with particular appreciation for staff who accommodate children with special needs.
Mesa has 37 preschool programs designed to prepare children ages 3-5 for kindergarten. These programs focus on early literacy, social skills, and structured learning in a nurturing environment.
When choosing a preschool in Mesa, 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 unanimously praise Organic Beginnings Preschool for its nature-based, play-centered curriculum and beautiful facilities. Director Angelina is consistently highlighted for her knowledge, passion, and attentiveness to child development. Children reportedly thrive in the program and enjoy attending daily.
Parents consistently praise The Preschool at RMUMC for its warm, nurturing environment and highly dedicated teachers who provide individualized attention. Reviews highlight a balanced curriculum combining academics, play, and social-emotional development within a Christ-centered community. Children reportedly show genuine excitement about attending and develop strong foundational skills for future success.
Noah's Ark Preschool in Mesa receives unanimous praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the dedicated, caring staff, strong Christian environment, and structured yet creative approach to early childhood education. Children reportedly show significant academic growth and emotional development while enjoying their time at the school.
Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschool #222 for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Multiple reviewers highlight excellent communication, nutritious meals, and how the facility helped with transitions like drop-offs and potty training. All 10 reviews rate the center 5/5 stars.
Parents consistently praise Sunrise Preschools #134 for its caring, professional staff and clean facilities. Children are reported to be excited about attending, and parents feel comfortable and supported by management. The center is noted for accommodating special needs, maintaining open communication, and providing reasonable pricing.
Love of Christ Preschool is highly rated by parents who praise the caring staff and warm learning environment. Parents consistently highlight the attentive care provided, particularly noting staff member Ms. Caspersen's dedication to making each day comfortable and educational for children.
First Presbyterian Preschool of Mesa received overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents praising the staff, facilities, and caring atmosphere. However, the facility closed for the 2025-26 school year, and one parent expressed serious concerns about leadership's conduct during the final two weeks of operation, which negatively impacted their overall experience despite years of satisfaction.
Maxwell Preschool Academy receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who consistently praise the caring, family-like environment and dedicated staff, particularly director Ms. Lydia. Parents report their children experience strong academic, emotional, and social development, with many families staying enrolled for multiple years and maintaining relationships with staff after leaving.
All Star Preschool in Mesa receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and welcoming staff, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, child development outcomes, and flexible payment options. The facility is noted for making children feel comfortable and loved, with particular appreciation for staff who accommodate children with special needs.
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.
Just Like Home Too Daycare & Preschool in Mesa receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the welcoming environment, caring staff, and strong sense of community. Children reportedly enjoy attending and are excited to return, with parents expressing confidence in their child's safety and development.
Parents consistently praise Nana's Place for its warm, caring staff who treat children like family and create a nurturing learning environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's cleanliness, safety, engaging activities, and use of the Kinderlime app for daily updates and photos. Children reportedly transition well, enjoy attending, and show developmental progress in areas like potty training and social skills.
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.
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.
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.
A Shining Star Preschool in Mesa receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and communicative staff, particularly Mrs. Rhonda and Ms. Joy. However, one parent reported serious concerns including rude teachers, cold food, favoritism toward staff relatives, lice issues, and inadequate supervision of child safety incidents.
Start Right Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with nine 5-star reviews praising the caring, knowledgeable staff, clean facility, individualized child care, and family-oriented approach. One 1-star review alleges a bedbug infestation in the 1-2 year old classroom and claims the facility did not notify other parents.
Parents consistently praise Kids Haven for its caring, attentive staff and supportive ownership under Mr. James. The facility is noted for strong communication, safety features including 24/7 cameras, cleanliness, and affordability. Multiple parents report their children are happy and comfortable, with noticeable improvements since new ownership.
1st Academy Preschool & Childcare in Mesa receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and nurturing staff, strong learning environment with multilingual instruction, effective potty training support, and regular communication via the ProCare app with photos and updates.
All Together Now Preschool and Childcare in Mesa receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, family-oriented staff, strong communication, safety measures, and affordable pricing. Children reportedly love attending and are reluctant to leave.
New Beginnings Preschool in Mesa receives consistently high praise from parents who describe caring, attentive staff and a welcoming environment where children thrive academically and socially. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, flexible hours, engaging activities, and strong teacher-child relationships as key strengths.
Self Development Preschool receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise excellent staff, strong learning outcomes, and family experiences, with parents highlighting consistency and caring teachers. However, negative reviews report serious concerns including poor hygiene, frequent illness, inadequate diaper changes, unprofessional phone interactions, and lack of inclusivity for special needs children.
Maxwell Preschool Academy in Mesa receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about management and operations. While some long-term parents praise staff bonds and teacher quality, numerous recent reviews cite billing disputes, safety concerns, staff conduct issues, and operational failures including missed pickups and inadequate supervision.
Little Einstein Preschool in Mesa receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, invested staff who develop strong relationships with children, the live camera feeds and daily app updates, and the educational curriculum including sign language instruction. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and describe the center as a welcoming second family environment.
Parents consistently praise LA PETITE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL in Mesa for its caring, professional staff and welcoming environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the live camera feed system, strong communication, engagement in learning activities, and seamless transitions through different age groups. Families report feeling their children are safe, happy, and thriving.
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