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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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

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 School

18 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

18 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

18 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

18 centers

Preschool Program

9 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

9 centers

All Mesa licensed centers

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G Before/After School

Gilbert Sunshine Daycare #189

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 30

G Infant Care

Glendale ABC Childcare #72

Mesa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 101

G Montessori

Glendale Bright Beginnings #73

Mesa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 79

G Licensed Center

Glendale Bright Futures Daycare #66

Mesa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 26

G Family Daycare

Glendale Children's Place #75

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 49

G Before/After School

Glendale Early Learning Center #71

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 98

G Group Care

Glendale Kids First Academy #68

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 88

G Montessori

Glendale Rainbow Learning Center #65

Mesa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 108

G Preschool

Glendale Sunshine Daycare #69

Mesa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 63

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Chandler #212

Mesa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 86

G Group Care

Growing Minds Gilbert #194

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 115

G Licensed Center

Growing Minds Glendale #74

Mesa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 74

G Head Start

Growing Minds Mesa #92

Mesa

2 years - 12 years Cap 39

G Licensed Center

Growing Minds Phoenix #110

Mesa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 107

G Group Care

Growing Minds Phoenix #488

Mesa

School Age (5+) Cap 64

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.