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95 Preschools in Tucson, Arizona

Find the best preschools in Tucson, Arizona. Browse 95 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Preschools in Tucson

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.

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    6425 S Pacheco Ave, Tucson, AZ · Capacity: 105 children

    Little Castle Childcare & Preschool in Tucson receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the facility's cleanliness, caring and attentive staff, and strong academic focus. Parents report their children love attending, show developmental progress, and are well-prepared for kindergarten.

    friendly and caring staffclean facilitystrong academic curriculumdevelopmental progress observed
  2. 2

    1321 North 6th Avenue, Tucson, AZ · Capacity: 104 children

    Parents consistently praise Kids Village for its nurturing environment, professional staff, and strong educational focus. The facility maintains excellent cleanliness and safety standards, with low staff turnover that ensures consistency. Multiple long-term families highlight the caring teachers, effective communication via app updates, and children's measurable developmental progress.

    Warm and compassionate stafflow staff turnoverclean and safe facilitiesstrong educational curriculum
  3. 3

    1310 West Ina Road, Tucson, AZ · Capacity: 49 children

    Creative Kids Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight their children's happiness, engagement, and developmental progress, with particular appreciation for the small class sizes and faith-based curriculum.

    Caring and attentive staffsmall class sizeschildren's happiness and enthusiasmstrong developmental progress and learning outcomes
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    4700 North Swan Road, Tucson, AZ · Capacity: 176 children

    Lamb's Gate Preschool & Kindergarten in Tucson is a highly-regarded Christian preschool with a 50+ year history that parents consistently praise for its welcoming, bright campus, caring staff, and balanced approach to early childhood education. Parents report their children develop strong academic skills, form lasting friendships, and retain positive memories well into elementary and high school. The school is noted for its secure facilities, daily Christian worship, sensory-

  5. 5

    5550 East 5th Street, Tucson, AZ · Capacity: 220 children

    Parents consistently praise Congregation Anshei Israel Esther B Feldman Preschool as a warm, nurturing facility with experienced, caring staff and strong academic and social-emotional growth. All reviewers highlight the welcoming community atmosphere, high-quality programming, and affordability, with many noting their children love attending and are well-prepared for kindergarten.

    Experienced and long-tenured teacherssmall class sizeslow student-to-teacher ratioscaring and attentive staff
  6. 6

    8051 East Broadway, Tucson, AZ · Capacity: 56 children

    St. Paul's United Methodist Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff, strong curriculum preparation for kindergarten, and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents appreciate the affordable tuition, small class sizes, regular photo updates, and value-based lessons that resonate with both religious and non-religious families.

    Caring and professional staffexcellent kindergarten preparationaffordable tuitionsmall cla
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    8302 East Broadway, Tucson, AZ · Capacity: 105 children

    Parents praise Saguaro Infant Care & Preschool (SICP) for excellent quality care, dedicated staff, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. The facility is well-maintained with stimulating classrooms, and staff provide individualized support including speech development assistance. Director Tanima and teachers are consistently highlighted as caring, professional, and genuinely invested in each child's growth.

    Warm and welcoming staffwell-maintained facilitystimulating learning environmentstrong kindergarten preparation
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    Pusch Ridge Preschool
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    10361 North Oracle Road, Tucson, AZ · Capacity: 187 children

    Parents consistently praise Pusch Ridge Preschool for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. The facility is described as clean and well-maintained, with excellent communication through cameras and daily updates. Multiple reviewers note significant developmental progress and increased confidence in their children.

    Kind and loving staffclean facilityin-app camera system with daily updatesincluded meals and activities
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    551 North Camino Seco, Tucson, AZ · Capacity: 107 children

    Sonshine Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who value the individualized attention, nurturing environment, and caring staff. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, high staff retention, and a sense of community that extends to families. Children reportedly develop confidence and enthusiasm for learning in this faith-based, play-based setting.

    Patient and supportive staffindividualized attention to childrennurturing environmenthigh staff retention (10-20+ years)
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    1220 West Magee Road, Tucson, AZ · Capacity: 193 children

    Ascension Lutheran Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the small class sizes (around 13 students), dedicated teachers and teacher's aides, and the welcoming atmosphere. Parents report their children have experienced significant learning and growth. One negative review addresses church practices rather than preschool operations.

    Small class sizes with high teacher-to-student ratioteacher's aides in classroomschild development and learning outcomesfriendly and welcoming staff

Preschools in Tucson, Arizona

Tucson has 95 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 Tucson, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Preschools in Tucson

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Kids Palace Preschool/ Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
5522 East Grant Road, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 546-8888
Small World Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Small World Preschool in Tucson receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating the center 5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and communicative staff, national accreditation, and positive developmental outcomes for their children.

caring and patient staffexcellent communicationnational accreditation
Address
3637 East 3rd Street, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 326-1035
A Dream Come True Preschool And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

A DREAM COME TRUE PRESCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER receives mixed reviews. While some parents praise the staff and their children's learning experiences, others report serious concerns about bullying, biting incidents, staff turnover, and inadequate supervision and handling of behavioral issues.

Caring staffchildren enjoy attendingchildren learning new things
Address
6163 South Midvale Park, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 294-3738
Kids World Preschool East
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Kids World Preschool East receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff and welcoming environment. The majority of reviewers highlight happy children and attentive teachers, though a few parents report negative experiences with staff behavior and policies around classroom tours.

caring and attentive staffclean facilityaccommodating owner (Mrs. Lisa)
Address
4761 East 5th Street, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 323-2546
La Casita Daycare And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

La Casita Daycare and Preschool in Tucson receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, safe environment, bilingual education, and strong communication. Several parents note that minor issues have occurred but were handled well by management.

caring and attentive staffsafe environmentexcellent communication
Address
1440 West Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 807-1770
Kids First Preschool & Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Kids First Preschool & Childcare for exceptional staff care, warm family-like atmosphere, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple reviewers highlight the staff's attentiveness, genuine affection for children, and ability to create a welcoming environment. The facility is noted for its activities, field trips, cleanliness, and flexible policies.

Warm and caring stafffamily-like atmospherechild development and learning outcomes
Address
5316 East Pima Street, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 795-0990
Light The Way Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
8611 North Silverbell Rd, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 243-3838
Kids First Preschool & Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Kids First Preschool & Childcare Center in Tucson receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and patient staff, reasonable pricing, clean facilities, and strong educational programs including language instruction.

Friendly and patient staffreasonable ratespotty training support
Address
8185 East 22nd St, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 885-7711
Kids World Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Kids World Preschool receives highly polarized reviews with 5 parents giving 5-star ratings praising the warm, welcoming environment and caring staff, while 5 parents gave 1-star ratings citing serious safety concerns, inadequate staffing, poor educational activities, and alleged mistreatment of children. The facility appears to have significant operational and management issues according to negative reviews.

Warm and welcoming environmentcaring and loving atmosphe
Address
321 East Yavapai, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 888-1465
T.U.S.D.#1 - Van Buskirk Preschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
725 East Fair Street, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 225-3700
St. John The Evangelist Preschool And Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
602 West Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 624-3865
S.U.S.D.#12 - Ocotillo Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5702 South Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 545-3670
T.U.S.D.#1 - Grijalva Preschool Program & Community Ed Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1795 West Drexel Road, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 908-3600
T.U.S.D.#1 - Cavett Preschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2120 East Naco Vista, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 617-6380
T.U.S.D.#1 - Wheeler Preschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1818 Avenida De Sol, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 584-5576
T.U.S.D.#1 - Maldonado Preschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3535 W Messala Way, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 908-4100
T.U.S.D.#1 - Steele Community School & Preschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
700 S Sarnoff Dr, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 731-6800
T.U.S.D.#1 - Miles Exploratory Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1400 East Broadway, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 225-2273
T.U.S.D.#1 - Myers/ Ganoung Preschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5000 East Andrew, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 512-3400
T.U.S.D.#1 - Hollinger Preschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
150 West Ajo, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 617-6750
T.U.S.D.#1 - Howell Preschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
401 N Irving, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 731-5205
Desert Christian Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9415 E Wrightstown Road, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 795-7161
T.U.S.D.#1 - White After School Program & Preschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2315 West Canada St, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 908-5347
St. Thomas Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5150 North Valley View Road, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 577-0503
M.U.S.D.#6 - Coyote Trail L.E.A.P./ Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8000 North Silverbell Road, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 352-2421
T.U.S.D.#1 - Ochoa Preschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
101 West 25th Street, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 617-6360
T.U.S.D.#1 - Erickson Preschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6750 East Stella Road, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 584-5071
T.U.S.D.#1 - Mary Belle Mccorkle Preschool Program & Community Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4455 South Mission Rd, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 877-2105
T.U.S.D.#1 - Cragin Preschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2945 N Tucson Blvd, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 232-6700
T.U.S.D.#1 - Johnson Preschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6060 South Joseph Ave, Tucson, AZ
Phone
(520) 908-3800

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Frequently asked questions

There are 95 preschools in Tucson, Arizona. Browse our directory to compare programs, read parent reviews, and find the best option for your child.
Most preschool programs in Tucson accept children between ages 2.5 and 5. Many children start at age 3 or 4, about one to two years before kindergarten. Look for signs of readiness such as being comfortable away from parents, ability to follow simple instructions, and interest in playing with other children.
While both provide childcare, preschools in Tucson typically focus more on structured educational activities to prepare children for kindergarten. Preschool programs often run half-day or school-year schedules, while daycare centers offer full-day, year-round care. Many facilities combine both, offering preschool curriculum within a full-day daycare setting.
Preschool costs in Tucson typically range from $600 to $1,500 per month for full-time programs. Half-day programs are usually less expensive. Some preschools offer financial aid, and Arizona may have state-funded pre-K programs for qualifying families. Contact individual facilities for current tuition rates.
When selecting a preschool in Tucson, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with Arizona's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities