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Licensed Daycare in Somerton, Arizona

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

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 Somerton 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 Somerton typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Somerton?

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 Somerton

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 Somerton 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: 80 kids

ZIP codes covered

85350 9

Program types in Somerton

Montessori School

9 centers

All Somerton licensed centers

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A Montessori

ABC Academy Phoenix #205

Somerton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 36

A Montessori

Avondale Sunshine Daycare #117

Somerton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 112

G Montessori

Glendale KinderCare #161

Somerton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 56

L Montessori

La Petite Academy Scottsdale #43

Somerton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 93

M Montessori

Mesa Stepping Stones #183

Somerton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 58

P Montessori

Peoria Bright Beginnings #139

Somerton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 84

S Montessori

Surprise Early Learning Center #257

Somerton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 80

T Montessori

Tempe Children's Place #21

Somerton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 98

T Montessori

Tucson Little Scholars #65

Somerton

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 104

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Somerton, Arizona?

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

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 Somerton 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 Somerton typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Somerton?

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 Somerton 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.