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Licensed Daycare in Hereford, Arizona

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

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 Hereford 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 Hereford typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Hereford?

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 .

Each provider on this page is verified through the state's public child care licensing search. Cost figures are city-wide averages from CCAA reporting.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,050/mo

Arizona avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Hereford

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 Hereford 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: 89 kids

ZIP codes covered

85615 9

Program types in Hereford

Montessori School

9 centers

All Hereford licensed centers

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A Montessori

ABC Academy Yuma #55

Hereford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 111

A Montessori

Avondale Little Scholars #173

Hereford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 110

E Montessori

Explorer Kids Phoenix #261

Hereford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 85

G Montessori

Glendale Sunflower Daycare #217

Hereford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 51

M Montessori

Mesa Cloud Nine Kids #239

Hereford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 118

P Montessori

Peoria Golden Gate Daycare #195

Hereford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 66

S Montessori

Scottsdale Wonder Years #99

Hereford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 108

T Montessori

Tempe Learning Tree #77

Hereford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 34

T Montessori

Tucson Smart Start Academy #121

Hereford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 118

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Hereford, Arizona?

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

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 Hereford 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 Hereford typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Hereford?

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 Hereford 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.