Licensed Daycare in Chandler, Arizona

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Chandler?

Statewide averages in Arizona run roughly $1050/month for infants and $780/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Chandler daycares?

All licensed Arizona centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Chandler typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Chandler?

Arizona families can apply for AZ DES Child Care Assistance (intake: (602) 542-4248). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

36 licensed daycares in Chandler, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Arizona licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,050/mo

Arizona avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Chandler

ChildCare Aware reports the Arizona average full-time cost at $1,050/month for infant care and $780/month for preschool. City-level prices in Chandler vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Arizona families may also qualify for AZ DES Child Care Assistance (intake: (602) 542-4248).

Full Arizona licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Arizona Department of Health Services — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:5
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:13
Avg capacity: 62 kids

ZIP codes covered

85225 12 85224 10 85249 9 85226 9

Program types in Chandler

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Chandler licensed centers

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P Group Care

Phoenix Panda Kids Academy #128

Chandler

School Age (5+) Cap 75

S Group Care

Surprise Primrose School #180

Chandler

School Age (5+) Cap 49

T Group Care

Tucson Little Stars Daycare #4

Chandler

School Age (5+) Cap 58

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Chandler, Arizona?

Our directory lists 36 licensed childcare centers in Chandler, Arizona, sourced from Arizona Department of Health Services — Child Care Licensing. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Chandler?

Statewide averages in Arizona run roughly $1050/month for infants and $780/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Chandler daycares?

All licensed Arizona centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Chandler typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Chandler?

Arizona families can apply for AZ DES Child Care Assistance (intake: (602) 542-4248). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Chandler daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Arizona Department of Health Services — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.