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Licensed Daycare in Yucca, Arizona

9 licensed daycares in Yucca, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Arizona licensing records.

9
Licensed Centers
9
Infant Care
$1,050/mo
Arizona avg infant
1:5
State infant ratio

Yucca listings updated August 2026 from official Arizona records.

Daycare in Yucca: what parents should know

Yucca has 9 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Infant Care the most common type (about 100% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Arizona license at indexing time, sourced from Arizona Department of Health Services — Child Care Licensing.

For age coverage, 9 centers in Yucca report infant care (roughly 100% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early).

Combined, Yucca's licensed centers hold about 575 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Yucca childcare by the numbers

9
Licensed providers
575
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Yucca

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 Yucca 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).

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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
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Program types in Yucca

What to pack for the first day

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Waterproof name labels for daycare bottles and containers
Name labels

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Toddler nap mat with pillow and blanket for daycare
Nap mat or cot sheet

Ask the center first — many supply cots but require your own fitted sheet.

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Folded spare toddler clothes for daycare cubby
Spare clothes set

Two full changes per day for potty-training age, one for older kids.

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Spill-proof kids water bottle with straw lid
Labeled water bottle

Most centers ask for one clearly named bottle a child can open alone.

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Insulated kids lunch bag with ice pack
Insulated lunch bag

Needed if the center does not provide meals; look for one that fits an ice pack.

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Largest licensed centers in Yucca

By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.

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Waitlists are normal in high-demand areas. Centers one ZIP code over often have space, and part-time or in-home options may open sooner — start by checking nearby ZIP codes.

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Found a center in Yucca? Here is what to pack

Bottles, name labels, nap bedding and spare clothes — our checklist by age covers what centers ask you to bring, and what they ask you not to send.

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Yucca, Arizona?
Our directory lists 9 licensed childcare centers in Yucca, 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 Yucca?
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 Yucca 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 Yucca typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Yucca?
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 Yucca 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.

Where to get childcare help in Yucca

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.

1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
Dial 2-1-1

United Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.

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Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

AZ DES Child Care Assistance can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(602) 542-4248 · How to apply
Quality ratings

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Verify a license

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How this data is sourced. Listings for Yucca, Arizona are compiled from official Arizona Department of Health Services — Child Care Licensing licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · August 2026 · methodology

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