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Licensed Daycare in San Carlos, Arizona

Q: What's the average daycare cost in San Carlos?

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 San Carlos 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 San Carlos typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in San Carlos?

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 San Carlos, 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 San Carlos

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 San Carlos 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: 71 kids

ZIP codes covered

85550 9

Program types in San Carlos

Before & After School Care

9 centers

All San Carlos licensed centers

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A Before/After School

Avondale Rainbow Learning Center #155

San Carlos

School Age (5+) Cap 43

G Before/After School

Glendale Bright Beginnings #199

San Carlos

School Age (5+) Cap 73

L Before/After School

La Petite Academy Tucson #103

San Carlos

School Age (5+) Cap 76

L Before/After School

Little Hearts Yuma #37

San Carlos

School Age (5+) Cap 61

M Before/After School

Mesa KinderCare #221

San Carlos

School Age (5+) Cap 109

P Before/After School

Peoria Sunshine Daycare #177

San Carlos

School Age (5+) Cap 51

P Before/After School

Phoenix Stepping Stones #243

San Carlos

School Age (5+) Cap 72

S Before/After School

Scottsdale Children's Place #81

San Carlos

School Age (5+) Cap 79

T Before/After School

Tempe Early Learning Center #59

San Carlos

School Age (5+) Cap 76

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in San Carlos, Arizona?

Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in San Carlos, 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 San Carlos?

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 San Carlos 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 San Carlos typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in San Carlos?

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 San Carlos 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.