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Licensed Daycare in Mc Neal, Arizona

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Mc Neal?

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 Mc Neal 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 Mc Neal typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Mc Neal?

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 Mc Neal, 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 Mc Neal

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 Mc Neal 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

85617 9

Program types in Mc Neal

Family Daycare

9 centers

All Mc Neal licensed centers

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A Family Daycare

ABC Academy Avondale #175

Mc Neal

School Age (5+) Cap 49

E Family Daycare

Explorer Kids Tucson #123

Mc Neal

School Age (5+) Cap 91

G Family Daycare

Glendale Wonder Years #219

Mc Neal

School Age (5+) Cap 72

M Family Daycare

Mesa Smart Start Academy #241

Mc Neal

School Age (5+) Cap 105

P Family Daycare

Peoria Learning Tree #197

Mc Neal

School Age (5+) Cap 95

P Family Daycare

Phoenix KinderSmile #263

Mc Neal

School Age (5+) Cap 59

S Family Daycare

Scottsdale Cloud Nine Kids #101

Mc Neal

School Age (5+) Cap 57

T Family Daycare

Tempe Sunflower Daycare #79

Mc Neal

School Age (5+) Cap 84

Y Family Daycare

Yuma Golden Gate Daycare #57

Mc Neal

School Age (5+) Cap 83

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Mc Neal, Arizona?

Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Mc Neal, 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 Mc Neal?

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 Mc Neal 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 Mc Neal typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Mc Neal?

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 Mc Neal 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.