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Licensed Daycare in Tucson, Arizona

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Tucson, Arizona?

Our directory lists 225 licensed childcare centers in Tucson, 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 Tucson?

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 Tucson 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 Tucson typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Tucson?

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.

225

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,050/mo

Arizona avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Tucson

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 Tucson 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: 65 kids

ZIP codes covered

85719 22 85711 19 85712 18 85710 15 85701 15 85705 13 85715 11 85750 10

Program types in Tucson

Licensed Child Care Center

36 centers

Before & After School Care

Licensed Group Child Care Home

27 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

27 centers

All Tucson licensed centers

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T Group Care

Tempe Little Angels #128

Tucson

School Age (5+) Cap 19

T Preschool

Tempe Little Scholars #113

Tucson

Preschool (2-5) Cap 105

T Head Start

Tempe Panda Kids Academy #122

Tucson

2 years - 12 years Cap 57

T Montessori

Tempe Playhouse Academy #133

Tucson

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 52

T Infant Care

Tempe Precious Moments #116

Tucson

Preschool (2-5) Cap 36

T Family Daycare

Tempe Smart Start Academy #127

Tucson

School Age (5+) Cap 22

T Family Daycare

Tempe Stepping Stones #111

Tucson

School Age (5+) Cap 70

T Preschool

Tempe Sunflower Daycare #121

Tucson

Preschool (2-5) Cap 20

T Before/After School

Tempe Wonder Years #123

Tucson

School Age (5+) Cap 112

T Infant Care

Tiny Tots of Phoenix #316

Tucson

Preschool (2-5) Cap 117

T Licensed Center

Tiny Tots of Tucson #178

Tucson

Infants & Toddlers Cap 73

T Head Start

Tucson Bright Futures Daycare #174

Tucson

2 years - 12 years Cap 116

T Family Daycare

Tucson Childcare Academy #171

Tucson

School Age (5+) Cap 109

T Montessori

Tucson Cloud Nine Kids #161

Tucson

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 110

T Head Start

Tucson Generations Daycare #166

Tucson

2 years - 12 years Cap 113

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Tucson, Arizona?

Our directory lists 225 licensed childcare centers in Tucson, 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 Tucson?

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 Tucson 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 Tucson typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Tucson?

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 Tucson 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.