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Licensed Daycare in Willcox, Arizona

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

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 Willcox 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 Willcox typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Willcox?

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 .

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,050/mo

Arizona avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Willcox

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 Willcox 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: 77 kids

ZIP codes covered

85643 9

Program types in Willcox

Before & After School Care

9 centers

All Willcox licensed centers

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A Before/After School

Avondale Childcare Academy #195

Willcox

School Age (5+) Cap 86

C Before/After School

Chandler Children's Place #3

Willcox

School Age (5+) Cap 108

G Before/After School

Glendale Early Learning Center #239

Willcox

School Age (5+) Cap 97

L Before/After School

La Petite Academy Phoenix #283

Willcox

School Age (5+) Cap 35

L Before/After School

Little Hearts Peoria #217

Willcox

School Age (5+) Cap 62

S Before/After School

Scottsdale Bright Beginnings #121

Willcox

School Age (5+) Cap 20

T Before/After School

Tempe Sunshine Daycare #99

Willcox

School Age (5+) Cap 78

T Before/After School

Tucson KinderCare #143

Willcox

School Age (5+) Cap 101

Y Before/After School

Yuma Rainbow Learning Center #77

Willcox

School Age (5+) Cap 111

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Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Willcox, Arizona?

Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Willcox, 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 Willcox?

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 Willcox 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 Willcox typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Willcox?

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 Willcox 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.