Best Daycares in Gilbert, AZ — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 30 daycares and childcare centers in Gilbert based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Gilbert

  1. #1 — Kinder Academy Accelerated Private Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — The School House Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Primrose School of South Gilbert Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Phoenix Children's Academy Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Sunrise Preschools Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — The Preschool at Discovery Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — The Growing Place Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Growing Place Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Learning Garden Preschool and Daycare Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — Wilkins Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  11. #11 — The Goddard School Score: 15/100

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

  12. #12 — Thrive Preschool and Daycare Score: 15/100

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

  13. #13 — Spondeo Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten Score: 15/100

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

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

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

  15. #15 — San Tan Montessori Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  16. #16 — Hillstone Academy Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  17. #17 — Cadence Academy Montessori Score: 15/100

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

  18. #18 — Children of Mary Montessori Score: 15/100

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

  19. #19 — Drop of Heaven Preschool and Private Kindergarten Score: 15/100

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

  20. #20 — Kid's Corner Preschool and Childcare Score: 15/100

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

  21. #21 — Autism Academy for Education & Development Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  22. #22 — Gilbert Montessori School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  23. #23 — Little Sunshine's Playhouse and Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  24. #24 — Primrose School of West Gilbert Score: 15/100

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

  25. #25 — A Child’s Place at the Ranches Score: 11/100

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

  26. #26 — Life Learning Center Preschool and Child Care Score: 11/100

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

  27. #27 — Bridges Preschool Score: 11/100

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

  28. #28 — Gilbert Road KinderCare Score: 11/100

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

  29. #29 — Sonoran Vista KinderCare Score: 11/100

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

  30. #30 — Val Vista Lakes KinderCare Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, 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 Gilbert?
Kinder Academy Accelerated Private Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Gilbert 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 Gilbert?
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 Gilbert?
Childcare costs in Gilbert 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.