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Licensed Daycare in Mayer, Arizona

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

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 Mayer 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 Mayer typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Mayer?

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 Mayer

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 Mayer 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: 59 kids

ZIP codes covered

86333 9

Program types in Mayer

Montessori School

9 centers

All Mayer licensed centers

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C Montessori

Chandler Smart Start Academy #109

Mayer

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 16

E Montessori

Explorer Kids Tucson #249

Mayer

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 70

G Montessori

Gilbert Wonder Years #87

Mayer

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 85

P Montessori

Phoenix KinderSmile #389

Mayer

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 21

P Montessori

Phoenix Playhouse Academy #13

Mayer

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 53

S Montessori

Scottsdale Cloud Nine Kids #227

Mayer

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 64

S Montessori

Surprise Learning Tree #65

Mayer

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 32

T Montessori

Tempe Sunflower Daycare #205

Mayer

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 112

Y Montessori

Yuma Golden Gate Daycare #183

Mayer

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 78

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

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Mayer, Arizona?

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

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 Mayer 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 Mayer typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Mayer?

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 Mayer 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.