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Licensed Daycare in Tubac, Arizona

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

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 Tubac 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 Tubac typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Tubac?

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 Tubac, 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 Tubac

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 Tubac 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: 70 kids

ZIP codes covered

85646 9

Program types in Tubac

Montessori

9 centers

All Tubac licensed centers

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A Montessori

Avondale Rainbow Learning Center #197

Tubac

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 79

C Montessori

Chandler KinderCare #5

Tubac

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 119

G Montessori

Glendale Bright Beginnings #241

Tubac

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 55

L Montessori

La Petite Academy Tucson #145

Tubac

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 53

L Montessori

Little Hearts Yuma #79

Tubac

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 63

P Montessori

Peoria Sunshine Daycare #219

Tubac

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 71

P Montessori

Phoenix Stepping Stones #285

Tubac

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 59

S Montessori

Scottsdale Children's Place #123

Tubac

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 24

T Montessori

Tempe Early Learning Center #101

Tubac

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 110

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 Tubac, Arizona?

Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Tubac, 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 Tubac?

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 Tubac 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 Tubac typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Tubac?

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 Tubac 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.