For the 2024-25 school year, there are 322 private daycares & preschools serving 46,447 students in Arizona.
The top ranked private daycares & preschools in Arizona include All Saints' Episcopal Day School, Immaculate Heart Academy, and Arizona Cultural Academy & College Prep.
The average tuition cost is $8,293, which is lower than the Arizona average tuition cost of $10,742.
46% of private daycares & preschools in Arizona are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.
Top Ranked Arizona Private Daycares & Preschools (2024-25)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Creo Montessori School![Creo Montessori School Photo - We believe in educating the human potential by cultivating curiosity, creativity, and individuality. CREO IS AN INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED, BILINGUAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL SERVING CHILDREN FROM BIRTH THROUGH ADOLESCENCE, A COMMUNITY CENTER FOR FAMILIES, AND A GLOBAL RESOURCE FOR EDUCATORS.]( "Creo Montessori School Photo - We believe in educating the human potential by cultivating curiosity, creativity, and individuality. CREO IS AN INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED, BILINGUAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL SERVING CHILDREN FROM BIRTH THROUGH ADOLESCENCE, A COMMUNITY CENTER FOR FAMILIES, AND A GLOBAL RESOURCE FOR EDUCATORS.")
Montessori School
1475 S Higley Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 208-0256
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 208-0256
Grades: PK-12
| 263 students
670 N Arizona Ave Ste 35
Chandler, AZ 85225
(480) 963-2313
Chandler, AZ 85225
(480) 963-2313
Grades: PK-6
| 569 students
All Saints' Episcopal Day School![All Saints' Episcopal Day School Photo - The sixth grade class trip to Bisbee]( "All Saints' Episcopal Day School Photo - The sixth grade class trip to Bisbee")
(Episcopal)
6300 N Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 274-4866
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 274-4866
Grades: PK-8
| 514 students
Anshei Israel Preschool & Kindergarten![Anshei Israel Preschool & Kindergarten Photo - Lifelong learning and friendships start here!]( "Anshei Israel Preschool & Kindergarten Photo - Lifelong learning and friendships start here!")
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
5550 E 5th St
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 745-5550
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 745-5550
Grades: NS-PK
| 56 students
Arcadia Montessori School![Arcadia Montessori School Photo - Come take a look at our campus! Schedule a tour today!]( "Arcadia Montessori School Photo - Come take a look at our campus! Schedule a tour today!")
Montessori School
5115 E Virginia Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 840-2342
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 840-2342
Grades: NS-K
| 271 students
7810 S 42nd Place
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 454-1222
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 454-1222
Grades: NS-12
| 249 students
Calvary Christian Academy
(Baptist)
1605 Mcculloch Blvd S
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406
(928) 854-5465
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86406
(928) 854-5465
Grades: PK-9
| 295 students
Calvary North Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
14201 N. 32nd St.
Phoenix, AZ 85032
(602) 992-6922
Phoenix, AZ 85032
(602) 992-6922
Grades: NS-PK
| 66 students
6050 N Invergordon Rd
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 948-7520
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 948-7520
Grades: NS-8
| n/a students
Chaparral Christia Community Schools
Alternative School (Christian)
6451 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 991-6440
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 991-6440
Grades: PK-6
| 111 students
425 N Greenfield Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-8314
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-8314
Grades: PK-12
| 445 students
Christ Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
3901 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 957-7010
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 957-7010
Grades: PK-8
| 576 students
1551 E Dana Avenue
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 844-4480
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 844-4480
Grades: PK-8
| 205 students
Cross Roads Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
7901 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85020
(602) 371-0741
Phoenix, AZ 85020
(602) 371-0741
Grades: PK-K
| 210 students
7525 E Speedway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 901-5499
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 901-5499
Grades: PK-12
| 438 students
Desert Christian Schools Pk12
(Christian)
9415 E. Wrightstown
Tucson, AZ 85715
(520) 901-5499
Tucson, AZ 85715
(520) 901-5499
Grades: PK-12
| 454 students
5130 E Warner Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 496-9833
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 496-9833
Grades: PK-12
| 336 students
Desert Marigold School
Waldorf School
6210 S 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-6909
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-6909
Grades: PK-12
| 284 students
Dobson-montessori School![Dobson-montessori School Photo - Arranging flowers grown in the school garden.]( "Dobson-montessori School Photo - Arranging flowers grown in the school garden.")
Special Program Emphasis
745 S. Extension
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 962-1432
Mesa, AZ 85210
(480) 962-1432
Grades: PK-12
| 110 students
21000 N 75th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 561-2000
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 561-2000
Grades: NS-12
| 775 students
2551 West Orange Grove Rd
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 742-4189
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 742-4189
Grades: PK-6
| 148 students
3925 E 5th Street
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 881-0670
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 881-0670
Grades: NS-8
| 70 students
1040 S. Gilbert Rd., #200
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 699-1215
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 699-1215
Grades: PK-12
| 2,070 students
4341 S Greenfield Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 638-8000
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 638-8000
Grades: PK-8
| 592 students
Grace Christian Academy![Grace Christian Academy Photo - Education In CHRIST = Preparation For LIFE]( "Grace Christian Academy Photo - Education In CHRIST = Preparation For LIFE")
(Christian)
1200 E Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 966-5022
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 966-5022
Grades: PK-8
| 285 students
5600 W Palmaire Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 937-2010
Glendale, AZ 85301
(623) 937-2010
Grades: PK-8
| 123 students
12051 E Fort Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-5518
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-5518
Grades: PK-8
| 305 students
4848 E Cactus Road, Ste 505-897
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 660-6474
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 660-6474
Grades: PK-12
| 240 students
Immaculate Heart Academy
(Catholic)
410 E Magee Rd
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 297-6672
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 297-6672
Grades: PK-8
| 163 students
9522 E. San Salvador Dr.
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
(480) 874-2326
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
(480) 874-2326
Grades: NS-8
| 371 students
1701 E Seneca Street
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 406-0552
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 406-0552
Grades: NS-8
| 284 students
Lincoln Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
303 E Eva St
Phoenix, AZ 85020
(602) 943-3731
Phoenix, AZ 85020
(602) 943-3731
Grades: NS-K
| 243 students
555 E Patagonia Hwy
Nogales, AZ 85621
(520) 287-5659
Nogales, AZ 85621
(520) 287-5659
Grades: PK-12
| 282 students
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Arizona?
The top ranked private daycares & preschools in Arizona include All Saints' Episcopal Day School, Immaculate Heart Academy, and Arizona Cultural Academy & College Prep.
How many private daycares & preschools are located in Arizona?
322 private daycares & preschools are located in Arizona.
How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Arizona?
The average tuition cost is $8,293, which is lower than the Arizona private school average tuition cost of $10,742.
How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Arizona?
Arizona private daycares & preschools are approximately 36% minority students, which is lower than the Arizona private school average of 38%.
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