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Licensed Daycare in Yuma, Arizona

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

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 Yuma 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 Yuma typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Yuma?

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 Yuma

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 Yuma 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: 70 kids

ZIP codes covered

85364 14 85367 9 85365 3

Program types in Yuma

Licensed Group Child Care Home

9 centers

Head Start Center

9 centers

All Yuma licensed centers

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A Group Care

Avondale Discovery Preschool #128

Yuma

School Age (5+) Cap 24

F Group Care

First Steps Yuma #10

Yuma

School Age (5+) Cap 71

J Group Care

Jumping Jacks Scottsdale #54

Yuma

School Age (5+) Cap 78

K Group Care

Kids R Us Glendale #172

Yuma

School Age (5+) Cap 18

L Group Care

Little Genius Tucson #76

Yuma

School Age (5+) Cap 94

M Group Care

Mesa Panda Kids Academy #194

Yuma

School Age (5+) Cap 25

N Group Care

Nurturing Hearts Phoenix #216

Yuma

School Age (5+) Cap 120

P Group Care

Peoria Creative Kids #150

Yuma

School Age (5+) Cap 97

T Group Care

Tempe Precious Moments #32

Yuma

School Age (5+) Cap 52

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Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Yuma, Arizona?

Our directory lists 18 licensed childcare centers in Yuma, 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 Yuma?

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 Yuma 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 Yuma typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Yuma?

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 Yuma 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.