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Licensed Daycare in Cave Creek, Arizona

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Cave Creek?

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 Cave Creek 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 Cave Creek typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Cave Creek?

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 .

9 licensed daycares in Cave Creek, 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 Cave Creek

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 Cave Creek 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: 44 kids

ZIP codes covered

85331 12

Program types in Cave Creek

Infant Care

9 centers

All Cave Creek licensed centers

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A Infant Care

Active Kids Glendale #144

Cave Creek

Preschool (2-5) Cap 43

L Infant Care

Little Genius Avondale #100

Cave Creek

Preschool (2-5) Cap 15

M Infant Care

Mesa Little Stars Daycare #166

Cave Creek

Preschool (2-5) Cap 25

N Infant Care

Nurturing Hearts Surprise #240

Cave Creek

Preschool (2-5) Cap 31

P Infant Care

Peoria Little Angels #122

Cave Creek

Preschool (2-5) Cap 67

P Infant Care

Phoenix Kids First Academy #188

Cave Creek

Preschool (2-5) Cap 79

S Infant Care

Scottsdale Learning Center #26

Cave Creek

Preschool (2-5) Cap 102

T Infant Care

Tempe Generations Daycare #4

Cave Creek

Preschool (2-5) Cap 22

T Infant Care

Tucson Bright Futures Daycare #48

Cave Creek

Preschool (2-5) Cap 18

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

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Cave Creek, Arizona?

Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Cave Creek, 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 Cave Creek?

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 Cave Creek 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 Cave Creek typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Cave Creek?

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 Cave Creek 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.