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Licensed Daycare in Tombstone, Arizona

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

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 Tombstone 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 Tombstone typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Tombstone?

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 Tombstone

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 Tombstone 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: 67 kids

ZIP codes covered

85638 9

Program types in Tombstone

Licensed Family Daycare Home

9 centers

All Tombstone licensed centers

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A Family Daycare

Avondale KinderSmile #191

Tombstone

School Age (5+) Cap 82

L Family Daycare

Little Hearts Glendale #235

Tombstone

School Age (5+) Cap 69

M Family Daycare

Mesa Early Learning Center #257

Tombstone

School Age (5+) Cap 41

P Family Daycare

Peoria Childcare Academy #213

Tombstone

School Age (5+) Cap 57

P Family Daycare

Phoenix Children's Place #279

Tombstone

School Age (5+) Cap 79

S Family Daycare

Scottsdale Sunshine Daycare #117

Tombstone

School Age (5+) Cap 98

T Family Daycare

Tempe Rainbow Learning Center #95

Tombstone

School Age (5+) Cap 68

T Family Daycare

Tucson Bright Beginnings #139

Tombstone

School Age (5+) Cap 74

Y Family Daycare

Yuma Playhouse Academy #73

Tombstone

School Age (5+) Cap 35

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Tombstone, Arizona?

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

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 Tombstone 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 Tombstone typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Tombstone?

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 Tombstone 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.