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Licensed Daycare in Tempe, Arizona

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

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 Tempe 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 Tempe typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Tempe?

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 .

Use this page to find a licensed daycare or preschool program close to you. All facilities below appear in the state's public licensing roster.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,050/mo

Arizona avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Tempe

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 Tempe 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: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

85282 16 85281 11 85283 10 85284 9 1

Program types in Tempe

Preschool Program

9 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

9 centers

Head Start Center

9 centers

Before & After School Care

9 centers

All Tempe licensed centers

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S Preschool

Surprise Sunshine Daycare #213

Tempe

Preschool (2-5) Cap 118

T Infant Care

Tiny Tots of Avondale #76

Tempe

Preschool (2-5) Cap 71

T Head Start

Tiny Tots of Surprise #214

Tempe

2 years - 12 years Cap 16

T Infant Care

Tucson Creative Kids #24

Tempe

Preschool (2-5) Cap 30

T Before/After School

Tucson Little Scholars #23

Tempe

School Age (5+) Cap 19

T Preschool

Tucson Stepping Stones #21

Tempe

Preschool (2-5) Cap 56

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Tempe, Arizona?

Our directory lists 36 licensed childcare centers in Tempe, 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 Tempe?

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 Tempe 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 Tempe typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Tempe?

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 Tempe 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.