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Best Before or After School Daycare in El Mirage, AZ

Compare 5 before or after school daycare in El Mirage. Average rating: 4.15/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

El Mirage, Arizona at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.15/5
Parent reviews
44
Top rated (4.5+)
0

El Mirage has 5 licensed before or after school daycare with 44 parent reviews averaging 4.15/5.The largest concentration is in 85335 with 9 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in El Mirage

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.

  1. 1
    La Hacienda Child Care Center
    4.13 score
    4.2(9)

    14506 Alto Street, El Mirage, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    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 pickuppersonal attention
  2. 2
    Little Ones Learning Center
    4.07 score
    4.1(15)

    11905 West Thunderbird Road, El Mirage, AZ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    Little Ones Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with staff consistently praised for their caring, nurturing approach and genuine commitment to children's wellbeing. Parents report high child satisfaction, developmental progress, and a clean, professional environment. The center offers affordability, CCAP acceptance, and Spanish language instruction.

    Caring and loving staffchildren excited to attendsafe environmentclean facility

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in El Mirage

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in El Mirage, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
5 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.15avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

El Mirage zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
853359
4.15
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in El Mirage (40–287 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

1

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Daycare types in El Mirage

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 5

Before or After School Daycare in El Mirage, Arizona

There are 5 before or after school daycare in El Mirage, Arizona, making up 56% of the 9 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in El Mirage have an average rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.15 stars. Our analysis covers 44 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in El Mirage, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Before or After School Daycare in El Mirage

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D.U.S.D. #89 - Riverview Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
12701 North Main Street, El Mirage, AZ
Phone
(623) 523-8950
D.U.S.D.#89 - Dysart Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
12950 West Varney Road, El Mirage, AZ
Phone
(623) 876-7875
D.U.S.D.#89 - Thompson Ranch Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
11800 West Thompson Ranch Road, El Mirage, AZ
Phone
(623) 523-8400
D.U.S.D.#89 - El Mirage Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
13500 North El Mirage Road, El Mirage, AZ
Phone
(623) 876-7875
D.U.S.D.#89 - Surprise Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
12907 West Greenway Road, El Mirage, AZ
Phone
(623) 876-7875

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 before or after school daycares in El Mirage, Arizona, out of 9 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in El Mirage have an average Google rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in El Mirage, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Arizona's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Arizona)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
El Mirage offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Arizona typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in El Mirage for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in El Mirage must be licensed by Arizona's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.