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Licensed Daycare in Cibola, Arizona

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

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 Cibola 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 Cibola typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Cibola?

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 Cibola, 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 Cibola

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 Cibola 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: 65 kids

ZIP codes covered

85328 9

Program types in Cibola

Head Start

9 centers

All Cibola licensed centers

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A Head Start

Active Kids Scottsdale #24

Cibola

2 years - 12 years Cap 108

A Head Start

Avondale Panda Kids Academy #98

Cibola

2 years - 12 years Cap 120

G Head Start

Glendale Generations Daycare #142

Cibola

2 years - 12 years Cap 67

L Head Start

Little Genius Surprise #238

Cibola

2 years - 12 years Cap 78

M Head Start

Mesa Learning Center #164

Cibola

2 years - 12 years Cap 17

N Head Start

Nurturing Hearts Peoria #120

Cibola

2 years - 12 years Cap 60

P Head Start

Phoenix Bright Futures Daycare #186

Cibola

2 years - 12 years Cap 69

T Head Start

Tempe Little Angels #2

Cibola

2 years - 12 years Cap 44

T Head Start

Tucson Little Stars Daycare #46

Cibola

2 years - 12 years Cap 25

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Cibola, Arizona?

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

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 Cibola 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 Cibola typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Cibola?

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 Cibola 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.