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Licensed Daycare in Picacho, Arizona

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

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 Picacho 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 Picacho typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Picacho?

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 .

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,050/mo

Arizona avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Picacho

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 Picacho 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: 63 kids

ZIP codes covered

85241 9

Program types in Picacho

Before & After School Care

9 centers

All Picacho licensed centers

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A Before/After School

Avondale Golden Gate Daycare #51

Picacho

School Age (5+) Cap 17

C Before/After School

Chandler Smart Start Academy #235

Picacho

School Age (5+) Cap 79

E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Mesa #117

Picacho

School Age (5+) Cap 25

G Before/After School

Gilbert Wonder Years #213

Picacho

School Age (5+) Cap 65

G Before/After School

Glendale Cloud Nine Kids #95

Picacho

School Age (5+) Cap 62

P Before/After School

Peoria Sunflower Daycare #73

Picacho

School Age (5+) Cap 28

P Before/After School

Phoenix KinderSmile #515

Picacho

School Age (5+) Cap 80

P Before/After School

Phoenix Playhouse Academy #139

Picacho

School Age (5+) Cap 118

S Before/After School

Surprise Learning Tree #191

Picacho

School Age (5+) Cap 95

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Picacho, Arizona?

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

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 Picacho 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 Picacho typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Picacho?

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 Picacho 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.