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Licensed Daycare in Shonto, Arizona

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

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 Shonto 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 Shonto typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Shonto?

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 .

8 licensed daycares in Shonto, 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 Shonto

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 Shonto 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: 72 kids

ZIP codes covered

86054 8

Program types in Shonto

Infant Care

8 centers

All Shonto licensed centers

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C Infant Care

Chandler Discovery Preschool #92

Shonto

Preschool (2-5) Cap 61

F Infant Care

First Steps Tucson #232

Shonto

Preschool (2-5) Cap 45

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Tempe #188

Shonto

Preschool (2-5) Cap 89

H Infant Care

Happy Days Gilbert Daycare #70

Shonto

Preschool (2-5) Cap 76

P Infant Care

Phoenix Creative Kids #372

Shonto

Preschool (2-5) Cap 21

S Infant Care

Scottsdale Primrose School #210

Shonto

Preschool (2-5) Cap 102

S Infant Care

Surprise ABC Childcare #48

Shonto

Preschool (2-5) Cap 98

T Infant Care

Tiny Tots of Yuma #166

Shonto

Preschool (2-5) Cap 86

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Shonto, Arizona?

Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Shonto, 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 Shonto?

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 Shonto 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 Shonto typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Shonto?

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 Shonto 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.