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Licensed Daycare in Indian Wells, Arizona

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Indian Wells?

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 Indian Wells 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 Indian Wells typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Indian Wells?

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 .

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,050/mo

Arizona avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Indian Wells

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 Indian Wells 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: 75 kids

ZIP codes covered

86031 8

Program types in Indian Wells

Infant & Toddler Center

8 centers

All Indian Wells licensed centers

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A Infant Care

Active Kids Gilbert #54

Indian Wells

Preschool (2-5) Cap 70

C Infant Care

Chandler Little Stars Daycare #76

Indian Wells

Preschool (2-5) Cap 39

N Infant Care

Nurturing Hearts Yuma #150

Indian Wells

Preschool (2-5) Cap 97

P Infant Care

Phoenix Kids First Academy #356

Indian Wells

Preschool (2-5) Cap 116

S Infant Care

Scottsdale Learning Center #194

Indian Wells

Preschool (2-5) Cap 104

S Infant Care

Surprise Little Angels #32

Indian Wells

Preschool (2-5) Cap 29

T Infant Care

Tempe Generations Daycare #172

Indian Wells

Preschool (2-5) Cap 110

T Infant Care

Tucson Bright Futures Daycare #216

Indian Wells

Preschool (2-5) Cap 36

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 Indian Wells, Arizona?

Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Indian Wells, 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 Indian Wells?

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 Indian Wells 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 Indian Wells typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Indian Wells?

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 Indian Wells 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.