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Licensed Daycare in Skull Valley, Arizona

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Skull Valley?

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 Skull Valley 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 Skull Valley typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Skull Valley?

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 Skull Valley

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 Skull Valley 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: 61 kids

ZIP codes covered

86338 9

Program types in Skull Valley

Head Start Center

9 centers

All Skull Valley licensed centers

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A Head Start

Active Kids Chandler #114

Skull Valley

2 years - 12 years Cap 92

G Head Start

Gilbert Little Angels #92

Skull Valley

2 years - 12 years Cap 52

L Head Start

Little Genius Surprise #70

Skull Valley

2 years - 12 years Cap 16

N Head Start

Nurturing Hearts Tempe #210

Skull Valley

2 years - 12 years Cap 103

P Head Start

Phoenix Bright Futures Daycare #18

Skull Valley

2 years - 12 years Cap 25

P Head Start

Phoenix Little Stars Daycare #394

Skull Valley

2 years - 12 years Cap 32

S Head Start

Scottsdale Generations Daycare #232

Skull Valley

2 years - 12 years Cap 99

T Head Start

Tucson Learning Center #254

Skull Valley

2 years - 12 years Cap 43

Y Head Start

Yuma Panda Kids Academy #188

Skull Valley

2 years - 12 years Cap 90

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Skull Valley, Arizona?

Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Skull Valley, 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 Skull Valley?

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 Skull Valley 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 Skull Valley typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Skull Valley?

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 Skull Valley 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.