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Licensed Daycare in Flagstaff, Arizona

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

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 Flagstaff 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 Flagstaff typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Flagstaff?

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 .

18 licensed daycares in Flagstaff, 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 Flagstaff

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 Flagstaff 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: 57 kids

ZIP codes covered

86004 14 86001 11

Program types in Flagstaff

Licensed Group Child Care Home

9 centers

Family Daycare

9 centers

All Flagstaff licensed centers

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A Family Daycare

ABC Academy Surprise #19

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 116

A Family Daycare

Avondale Stepping Stones #255

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 99

C Family Daycare

Chandler Wonder Years #63

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 41

F Group Care

First Steps Avondale #256

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 27

G Family Daycare

Gilbert Learning Tree #41

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 16

J Group Care

Jumping Jacks Gilbert #42

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 50

K Group Care

Kids R Us Tempe #160

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 74

L Group Care

Little Genius Chandler #64

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 44

N Group Care

Nurturing Hearts Tucson #204

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 51

P Group Care

Phoenix Little Angels #344

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 19

P Family Daycare

Phoenix Smart Start Academy #343

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 46

S Group Care

Scottsdale Panda Kids Academy #182

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 31

S Family Daycare

Scottsdale Sunflower Daycare #181

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 101

S Group Care

Surprise Precious Moments #20

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 41

T Family Daycare

Tempe Golden Gate Daycare #159

Flagstaff

School Age (5+) Cap 34

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Flagstaff, Arizona?

Our directory lists 18 licensed childcare centers in Flagstaff, 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 Flagstaff?

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 Flagstaff 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 Flagstaff typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Flagstaff?

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 Flagstaff 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.