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Licensed Daycare in Gila Bend, Arizona

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Gila Bend?

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 Gila Bend 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 Gila Bend typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Gila Bend?

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 .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,050/mo

Arizona avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Gila Bend

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 Gila Bend 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: 69 kids

ZIP codes covered

85337 9

Program types in Gila Bend

Head Start Center

9 centers

All Gila Bend licensed centers

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A Head Start

Active Kids Surprise #246

Gila Bend

2 years - 12 years Cap 74

A Head Start

Avondale Generations Daycare #106

Gila Bend

2 years - 12 years Cap 96

G Head Start

Glendale Bright Futures Daycare #150

Gila Bend

2 years - 12 years Cap 59

G Head Start

Growing Minds Phoenix #194

Gila Bend

2 years - 12 years Cap 85

P Head Start

Peoria Learning Center #128

Gila Bend

2 years - 12 years Cap 50

S Head Start

Scottsdale Kids First Academy #32

Gila Bend

2 years - 12 years Cap 113

T Head Start

Tempe Little Stars Daycare #10

Gila Bend

2 years - 12 years Cap 57

T Head Start

Tiny Tots of Mesa #172

Gila Bend

2 years - 12 years Cap 70

T Head Start

Tucson ABC Childcare #54

Gila Bend

2 years - 12 years Cap 19

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

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Gila Bend, Arizona?

Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Gila Bend, 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 Gila Bend?

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 Gila Bend 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 Gila Bend typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Gila Bend?

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 Gila Bend 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.