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Licensed Daycare in Glendale, Arizona

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

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 Glendale 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 Glendale typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Glendale?

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 .

72 licensed daycares in Glendale, 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 Glendale

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 Glendale 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: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

85306 13 85304 10 85302 10 85301 10 85310 9 85308 9 85305 9 85303 9

Program types in Glendale

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Glendale licensed centers

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S Head Start

Scottsdale Precious Moments #8

Glendale

2 years - 12 years Cap 105

S Group Care

Surprise Creative Kids #228

Glendale

School Age (5+) Cap 57

S Infant Care

Surprise Discovery Preschool #224

Glendale

Preschool (2-5) Cap 20

S Preschool

Surprise KinderCare #221

Glendale

Preschool (2-5) Cap 30

S Head Start

Surprise Precious Moments #230

Glendale

2 years - 12 years Cap 96

S Head Start

Surprise Primrose School #222

Glendale

2 years - 12 years Cap 50

S Montessori

Surprise Stepping Stones #225

Glendale

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 45

T Preschool

Tucson Learning Tree #29

Glendale

Preschool (2-5) Cap 49

T Head Start

Tucson Little Angels #38

Glendale

2 years - 12 years Cap 111

T Infant Care

Tucson Panda Kids Academy #32

Glendale

Preschool (2-5) Cap 69

T Before/After School

Tucson Sunflower Daycare #31

Glendale

School Age (5+) Cap 50

T Montessori

Tucson Wonder Years #33

Glendale

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 31

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

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Glendale, Arizona?

Our directory lists 72 licensed childcare centers in Glendale, 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 Glendale?

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 Glendale 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 Glendale typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Glendale?

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 Glendale 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.