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Licensed Daycare in Forest Lakes, Arizona

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

9
Licensed Centers
0
Infant Spots
$1,050/mo
Arizona avg infant
1:5
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Forest Lakes

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 Forest Lakes 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
78 kids

ZIP codes covered

85931 9

Program types in Forest Lakes

Before & After School Care
9 centers

All Forest Lakes licensed centers

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A Before/After School

ABC Academy Phoenix #331

Forest Lakes

School Age (5+) Cap 79
A Before/After School

Avondale Sunshine Daycare #243

Forest Lakes

School Age (5+) Cap 55
C Before/After School

Chandler Stepping Stones #51

Forest Lakes

School Age (5+) Cap 61
G Before/After School

Gilbert KinderCare #29

Forest Lakes

School Age (5+) Cap 102
L Before/After School

La Petite Academy Scottsdale #169

Forest Lakes

School Age (5+) Cap 72
S Before/After School

Surprise Bright Beginnings #7

Forest Lakes

School Age (5+) Cap 120
T Before/After School

Tempe Children's Place #147

Forest Lakes

School Age (5+) Cap 113
T Before/After School

Tucson Little Scholars #191

Forest Lakes

School Age (5+) Cap 83
Y Before/After School

Yuma Early Learning Center #125

Forest Lakes

School Age (5+) Cap 24

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Forest Lakes, Arizona?
Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Forest Lakes, 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 Forest Lakes?
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 Forest Lakes 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 Forest Lakes typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Forest Lakes?
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 Forest Lakes 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.

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