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Daycares in Tucson, AZ are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews of the 238 listed daycares

7188 - La Petite Academy on E. Tanque Verde Rd

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

1413 - Childtime on North Thornydale

We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share...

- Mary G.

7187 - La Petite Academy on N. Thornydale Rd

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

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7188 - La Petite Academy on E. Tanque Verde Rd's Photo

7188 - La Petite Academy on E. Tanque Verde Rd

8940 E TANQUE VERDE RD TUCSON, AZ

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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1413 - Childtime on North Thornydale

7090 N THORNYDALE RD TUCSON, AZ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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7187 - La Petite Academy on N. Thornydale Rd

7930 N THORNYDALE RD TUCSON, AZ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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7184 - La Petite Academy on E. Golf Links

8885 E GOLF LINKS RD TUCSON, AZ

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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1450 - Childtime on East River Road

5675 E RIVER RD TUCSON, AZ

State license verified

Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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Cadence Academy Preschool Tucson

1702 S CRAYCROFT RD TUCSON, AZ

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Welcome to Cadence Academy Preschool (formerly Mini-Skool Early Learning Center) in the Craycroft neighborhood of Tucson, Arizona, where little kids play with big ideas and have fun learning every day! We offer a unique, research-directed curriculum for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, as well as special programs for...
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Decolores Learning Center & Childcare

7370 S SORREL LN TUCSON, AZ

We are a family-owned and locally-operated facility and offer years of childcare experience. We believe in providing an educational, safe, and nurturing environment for your child. For our parents' convenience, we offer transportation to and from school along with afterschool care. At De Colores Learning...
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THE APPLE TREE LEARNING CENTERS

1010 E BROADWAY BLVD TUCSON, AZ

4.7(3)

State license verified

starting at
$940/mo
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Montessori
Child care
+ 1 more
At The Apple Tree Learning Centers, we provide a safe, loving, and fun environment were your child will have the greatest opportunity to grow and develop. We provide child care services and early childhood education for infants, toddlers, preschool, and school aged children to twelve years of age. The Apple Tree Learning...

Irlanda C. says "The Apple Tree Learning Center has given me plenty of peace of mind. Because of their incredible application- their APP – it’s a mobile APP where I can...

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Desert Skies

7730 N ORACLE RD # 280 TUCSON, AZ

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Desert Skies Preschool, situated in vibrant Tucson, Arizona, offers an exceptional educational environment that fosters growth, creativity, and a love of learning in young minds. With a nurturing and dedicated staff utilizing proven teaching methods, children are guided through a developmentally appropriate curriculum that...
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Tender HeartsCDC

1631 N COLUMBUS BLVD TUCSON, AZ

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$940/mo
Montessori
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
+ 2 more

Care Member says "The director at Tender Hearts is very experienced and child care and very knowledgeable. Here, your children are 110% loved and cared for, they always...

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HAPPY TRAILS SCHOOL

3255 N CAMPBELL AVE TUCSON, AZ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$720/mo
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Happy Trails School is a non-profit faith-based preschool. Our mission is to provide a relaxed, loving atmosphere where each child is a unique individual created by God with a special purpose in life.

Kelly B. says "Both of my children started at Happy Trails as soon as they were walking and they are now thriving elementary students at Basis Tucson Primary. We can’t...

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The Lake House Christian Children's Center

10975 E Calle Vaqueros Tucson, AZ

5.0(3)
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Cooperative
Montessori
Academic
+ 4 more
The Lake House CCC provides Christian based care, supervision, preschool curriculum and counsel to children age's 2 years old (potty trained) and up. Happy to be serving the community and building relationship with children, parents and families. I currently hold a level one fingerprint clearance and have 11 years experience...

Kim K says "The absolute best daycare I have ever found for my toddler, and she LOVES going to the Lake House and playing with all of the toys and games. Sara loves kids...

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1421 - Childtime on South Harrison Road

1120 S HARRISON RD TUCSON, AZ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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Outer Limits School

3472 E FORT LOWELL RD TUCSON, AZ

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool

Sierra W. says "I absolutely love sending my kids here. The staff is wonderful and treat us like family."

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7186 - La Petite Academy on N. Sarnoff

1155 N SARNOFF DR TUCSON, AZ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Community Extension Programs

7632 N La Cholla Blvd Tucson, AZ

5.0(2)
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Cooperative
Academic
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
Community Extension Programs, Inc. (CEP) is a non-profit 501 ( C ) (3) corporation that started in 1970. We offer Preschool, STEMazzzing Summer Camp, Out of school time (breaks&holidays) and community education programs. We are licensed by the Arizona Department of Health and Services (DHS) and we accept clients who are...

Erin says "Great place for children. Caring Staff!"

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Kalode Private Family Daycare

6426 E. Colgate Dr. Tucson, AZ

5.0(2)
Loving mother & single occupant of large, clean home. Nice playroom for children w/large chalkboard, magnets, toys, dolls, puzzles, blocks, books. Structured learning activities from infant to toddler and young readers. Large secured backyard, playhouse & swing, in a nice, quiet neighborhood. Nutritious, warm meals...

The S says "Kim is amazing! She took great care of our son from 3 months to 2.5yrs (and it would have been longer if we hadn't moved out of state). She treats all the...

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7185 - La Petite Academy on S. Midvale Park Rd

6570 S MIDVALE PARK RD TUCSON, AZ

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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CARDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY CENTRAL - PRESCHOOL

2727 N SWAN RD TUCSON, AZ

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$600/mo
Faith based
Academic
Child care
Preschool
The purpose of our independent Christian (non-denominational) school is to provide a creative, loving, academic environment for children to grow socially, emotionally, physically, academically and spiritually through individual and group learning experiences with the guidance and nurture of carefully chosen Christian teachers,...

Jennifer (jen) .. says "We have been with them for 10 year and my 3 boys all went there. We have had nothing but a great experience. They facility is full of loving and...

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Wright Brothers Christian Childcare

8251 N THORNYDALE RD TUCSON, AZ

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Faith based
Day Care
Preschool
+ 1 more
Welcome to our childcare center, where we provide nurturing care and education for infants through pre-kindergarten-aged children. Our facility is open from 7 AM to 6 PM, offering convenience for working families. We pride ourselves on creating a warm and safe environment where children can learn and grow. At our center, we...

Care Member says "The director and her staff are the best! They provide excellent care for my children but more than that, everyone at Wright Brothers truly cares about...

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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Tucson, AZ

Daycare centers near you in Tucson, AZ offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Tucson, AZ provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Tucson, AZ for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Tucson, AZ include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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