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Licensed Daycare in Golden Valley, Arizona

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Golden Valley?

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 Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Golden Valley?

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 Golden Valley, 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 Golden Valley

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 Golden Valley 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

86413 9

Program types in Golden Valley

Preschool

9 centers

All Golden Valley licensed centers

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E Preschool

Explorer Kids Yuma #195

Golden Valley

Preschool (2-5) Cap 44

G Preschool

Gilbert Childcare Academy #99

Golden Valley

Preschool (2-5) Cap 49

L Preschool

Little Hearts Chandler #121

Golden Valley

Preschool (2-5) Cap 72

M Preschool

Mesa Sunshine Daycare #3

Golden Valley

Preschool (2-5) Cap 35

P Preschool

Phoenix Bright Beginnings #25

Golden Valley

Preschool (2-5) Cap 78

P Preschool

Phoenix Early Learning Center #401

Golden Valley

Preschool (2-5) Cap 96

S Preschool

Scottsdale Rainbow Learning Center #239

Golden Valley

Preschool (2-5) Cap 75

S Preschool

Surprise KinderSmile #77

Golden Valley

Preschool (2-5) Cap 91

T Preschool

Tempe Playhouse Academy #217

Golden Valley

Preschool (2-5) Cap 72

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

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Golden Valley, Arizona?

Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Golden Valley, 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 Golden Valley?

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 Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Golden Valley?

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 Golden Valley 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.