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Licensed Daycare in Mount Lemmon, Arizona

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Mount Lemmon?

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 Mount Lemmon 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 Mount Lemmon typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Mount Lemmon?

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 Mount Lemmon, 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 Mount Lemmon

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 Mount Lemmon 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: 60 kids

ZIP codes covered

85619 9

Program types in Mount Lemmon

Preschool

9 centers

All Mount Lemmon licensed centers

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A Preschool

Avondale Golden Gate Daycare #177

Mount Lemmon

Preschool (2-5) Cap 71

E Preschool

Explorer Kids Mesa #243

Mount Lemmon

Preschool (2-5) Cap 45

G Preschool

Glendale Cloud Nine Kids #221

Mount Lemmon

Preschool (2-5) Cap 24

P Preschool

Peoria Sunflower Daycare #199

Mount Lemmon

Preschool (2-5) Cap 73

P Preschool

Phoenix Playhouse Academy #265

Mount Lemmon

Preschool (2-5) Cap 66

S Preschool

Scottsdale Smart Start Academy #103

Mount Lemmon

Preschool (2-5) Cap 53

T Preschool

Tempe Wonder Years #81

Mount Lemmon

Preschool (2-5) Cap 71

T Preschool

Tucson KinderSmile #125

Mount Lemmon

Preschool (2-5) Cap 75

Y Preschool

Yuma Learning Tree #59

Mount Lemmon

Preschool (2-5) Cap 66

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 Mount Lemmon, Arizona?

Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Mount Lemmon, 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 Mount Lemmon?

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 Mount Lemmon 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 Mount Lemmon typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Mount Lemmon?

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 Mount Lemmon 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.