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Licensed Daycare in Paradise Valley, Arizona

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

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Paradise 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 Paradise 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 Paradise 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 Paradise 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

85253 9

Program types in Paradise Valley

Before & After School Care

9 centers

All Paradise Valley licensed centers

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A Before/After School

Avondale Cloud Nine Kids #59

Paradise Valley

School Age (5+) Cap 49

C Before/After School

Chandler Childcare Academy #243

Paradise Valley

School Age (5+) Cap 24

E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Peoria #81

Paradise Valley

School Age (5+) Cap 37

G Before/After School

Gilbert KinderSmile #221

Paradise Valley

School Age (5+) Cap 120

G Before/After School

Glendale Playhouse Academy #103

Paradise Valley

School Age (5+) Cap 51

L Before/After School

Little Hearts Tucson #7

Paradise Valley

School Age (5+) Cap 110

M Before/After School

Mesa Rainbow Learning Center #125

Paradise Valley

School Age (5+) Cap 100

P Before/After School

Phoenix Sunshine Daycare #147

Paradise Valley

School Age (5+) Cap 31

S Before/After School

Surprise Smart Start Academy #199

Paradise Valley

School Age (5+) Cap 93

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 Paradise Valley, Arizona?

Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Paradise 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 Paradise 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 Paradise 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 Paradise Valley typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Paradise 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 Paradise 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.