Best Daycares in Chandler, AZ — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 27 daycares and childcare centers in Chandler based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Chandler

  1. #1 — AFM Chandler Montessori Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, School. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Chandler Learning Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Elementary school. View full profile →

  3. #3 — The Springs Preschool and Childcare Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Little Einstein Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — The Goddard School of South Chandler Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Home service. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Carebear Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Sunrise Preschools Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Wee Blessings Country School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Religious school, Home service. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Wee Blessings Preschool & Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Life Christian Preschool and Childcare Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  11. #11 — KinderCare Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Kids Discovery Club Christian Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  13. #13 — The Academy Day School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Early Learning Center at East Valley JCC Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Skyline Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Building Kidz of Chandler Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Shooting STARS Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Casa de Montessori Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Home service. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Kids Our Future Childcare and Daycare Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  20. #20 — Preschool on the Farm Score: 12/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  21. #21 — West Germann Road KinderCare Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  22. #22 — South Chandler KinderCare Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  23. #23 — New World Learning Academy Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Educational camp, School, Active life, Education. View full profile →

  24. #24 — Maricopa County Head Start Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  25. #25 — Bright Horizons Family Center at Chandler Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

  26. #26 — Future Kiddie Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Computer coaching, Specialty school, School, Education. View full profile →

  27. #27 — Kids' R Our Future Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Chandler?
AFM Chandler Montessori is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Chandler based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Chandler?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Chandler?
Childcare costs in Chandler vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.