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Licensed Daycare in Mesa, Arizona

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Mesa, Arizona?

Our directory lists 108 licensed childcare centers in Mesa, 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.

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

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 Mesa 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 Mesa typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Mesa?

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 .

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

108

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,050/mo

Arizona avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Mesa

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 Mesa 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: 75 kids

ZIP codes covered

85201 75 85210 16 85206 16 85204 10 85203 10 85215 9 85213 9 85212 9

Program types in Mesa

Montessori

18 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Mesa licensed centers

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H Licensed Center

Happy Days Chandler Daycare #214

Mesa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 103

H Group Care

Happy Days Glendale Daycare #76

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 66

H Infant Care

Happy Days Mesa Daycare #94

Mesa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 81

H Group Care

Happy Days Phoenix Daycare #112

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 26

H Head Start

Happy Days Phoenix Daycare #490

Mesa

2 years - 12 years Cap 74

L Family Daycare

La Petite Academy Mesa #97

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 82

L Before/After School

La Petite Academy Phoenix #115

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 67

L Montessori

La Petite Academy Phoenix #493

Mesa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 102

L Family Daycare

Little Hearts Avondale #31

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 77

L Montessori

Little Hearts Chandler #205

Mesa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 67

L Preschool

Little Hearts Gilbert #187

Mesa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 31

L Family Daycare

Little Hearts Glendale #67

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 79

L Before/After School

Little Hearts Peoria #49

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 102

L Montessori

Little Hearts Surprise #169

Mesa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 120

M Group Care

Mesa ABC Childcare #90

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 70

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Mesa, Arizona?

Our directory lists 108 licensed childcare centers in Mesa, 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 Mesa?

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 Mesa 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 Mesa typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Mesa?

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 Mesa 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.