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Licensed Daycare in Groom Creek, Arizona

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Groom 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 Groom 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 Groom Creek typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Groom 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 .

8 licensed daycares in Groom 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 Groom 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 Groom 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: 77 kids

ZIP codes covered

86303 8

Program types in Groom Creek

Licensed Group Child Care Home

8 centers

All Groom Creek licensed centers

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C Group Care

Chandler Creative Kids #96

Groom Creek

School Age (5+) Cap 96

F Group Care

First Steps Scottsdale #214

Groom Creek

School Age (5+) Cap 64

G Group Care

Gilbert Discovery Preschool #74

Groom Creek

School Age (5+) Cap 28

G Group Care

Growing Minds Yuma #170

Groom Creek

School Age (5+) Cap 97

H Group Care

Happy Days Surprise Daycare #52

Groom Creek

School Age (5+) Cap 115

K Group Care

Kids R Us Phoenix #376

Groom Creek

School Age (5+) Cap 120

T Group Care

Tempe Primrose School #192

Groom Creek

School Age (5+) Cap 30

T Group Care

Tucson Precious Moments #236

Groom Creek

School Age (5+) Cap 73

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 Groom Creek, Arizona?

Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Groom 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 Groom 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 Groom 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 Groom Creek typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Groom 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 Groom 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.