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Licensed Daycare in Fort Apache, Arizona

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Fort Apache?

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 Fort Apache 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 Fort Apache typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Fort Apache?

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 .

This directory mirrors the state's child care licensing records. Click any provider for the full profile, age groups served, and current license status.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,050/mo

Arizona avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Fort Apache

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 Fort Apache 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: 77 kids

ZIP codes covered

85926 9

Program types in Fort Apache

Licensed Child Care Center

9 centers

All Fort Apache licensed centers

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A Licensed Center

Avondale Little Stars Daycare #238

Fort Apache

Infants & Toddlers Cap 103

G Licensed Center

Gilbert ABC Childcare #24

Fort Apache

Infants & Toddlers Cap 40

G Licensed Center

Growing Minds Scottsdale #164

Fort Apache

Infants & Toddlers Cap 71

H Licensed Center

Happy Days Chandler Daycare #46

Fort Apache

Infants & Toddlers Cap 96

P Licensed Center

Phoenix Discovery Preschool #326

Fort Apache

Infants & Toddlers Cap 66

S Licensed Center

Surprise Kids First Academy #2

Fort Apache

Infants & Toddlers Cap 97

T Licensed Center

Tiny Tots of Tempe #142

Fort Apache

Infants & Toddlers Cap 23

T Licensed Center

Tucson Primrose School #186

Fort Apache

Infants & Toddlers Cap 119

Y Licensed Center

Yuma Bright Futures Daycare #120

Fort Apache

Infants & Toddlers Cap 86

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Fort Apache, Arizona?

Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Fort Apache, 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 Fort Apache?

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 Fort Apache 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 Fort Apache typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Fort Apache?

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 Fort Apache 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.