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Licensed Daycare in Mesa, Arizona

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Mesa, Arizona?

Our directory lists 108 licensed childcare centers in Mesa, 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.

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

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 Mesa 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 Mesa typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Mesa?

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 .

108 licensed daycares in Mesa, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Arizona licensing records.

108

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,050/mo

Arizona avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Mesa

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 Mesa 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

85201 75 85210 16 85206 16 85204 10 85203 10 85215 9 85213 9 85212 9

Program types in Mesa

Montessori

18 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Mesa licensed centers

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A Group Care

Active Kids Avondale #24

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 30

A Licensed Center

Active Kids Surprise #162

Mesa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 66

A Licensed Center

Avondale Bright Futures Daycare #30

Mesa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 51

A Before/After School

Avondale Childcare Academy #27

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 37

A Licensed Center

Avondale Generations Daycare #22

Mesa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 104

A Group Care

Avondale Kids First Academy #32

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 113

A Family Daycare

Avondale KinderSmile #23

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 107

A Head Start

Avondale Learning Center #26

Mesa

2 years - 12 years Cap 92

A Infant Care

Avondale Little Stars Daycare #28

Mesa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 68

A Preschool

Avondale Playhouse Academy #25

Mesa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 70

A Montessori

Avondale Rainbow Learning Center #29

Mesa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 101

C Head Start

Chandler ABC Childcare #210

Mesa

2 years - 12 years Cap 37

C Before/After School

Chandler Bright Beginnings #211

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 45

C Montessori

Chandler Children's Place #213

Mesa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 19

C Preschool

Chandler Early Learning Center #209

Mesa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 104

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Mesa, Arizona?

Our directory lists 108 licensed childcare centers in Mesa, 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 Mesa?

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 Mesa 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 Mesa typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Mesa?

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 Mesa 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.