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Licensed Daycare in Kearny, Arizona

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

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 Kearny 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 Kearny typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Kearny?

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 .

Use this page to find a licensed daycare or preschool program close to you. All facilities below appear in the state's public licensing roster.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,050/mo

Arizona avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Kearny

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 Kearny 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: 76 kids

ZIP codes covered

85237 9

Program types in Kearny

Preschool Program

9 centers

All Kearny licensed centers

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A Preschool

ABC Academy Avondale #49

Kearny

Preschool (2-5) Cap 47

C Preschool

Chandler Cloud Nine Kids #233

Kearny

Preschool (2-5) Cap 115

E Preschool

Explorer Kids Phoenix #513

Kearny

Preschool (2-5) Cap 102

G Preschool

Gilbert Sunflower Daycare #211

Kearny

Preschool (2-5) Cap 100

G Preschool

Glendale Wonder Years #93

Kearny

Preschool (2-5) Cap 91

M Preschool

Mesa Smart Start Academy #115

Kearny

Preschool (2-5) Cap 77

P Preschool

Peoria Learning Tree #71

Kearny

Preschool (2-5) Cap 67

P Preschool

Phoenix KinderSmile #137

Kearny

Preschool (2-5) Cap 40

S Preschool

Surprise Golden Gate Daycare #189

Kearny

Preschool (2-5) Cap 50

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Kearny, Arizona?

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

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 Kearny 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 Kearny typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Kearny?

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 Kearny 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.