Best Daycares in Peoria, AZ — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 20 daycares and childcare centers in Peoria based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Peoria

  1. #1 — Learning Works Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Peoria Avenue Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Bright Beginnings Preschool and Childcare Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Mind and Body Kids Early Childhood Education Center Score: 15/100

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

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

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

  6. #6 — Wiggles Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — Primrose School of Fletcher Heights Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Kiddie Academy of Peoria Score: 15/100

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

  9. #9 — Phoenix Children's Academy Private Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  10. #10 — Peace Lutheran Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  11. #11 — Primrose School of Arrowhead Score: 15/100

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

  12. #12 — Happy Apple Preschool Score: 15/100

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

  13. #13 — The Goddard School of Peoria Score: 15/100

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

  14. #14 — Westside Head Start Score: 11/100

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

  15. #15 — Little Scholars Academy Score: 11/100

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

  16. #16 — Fletcher Heights KinderCare Score: 11/100

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

  17. #17 — Great Beginnings Preschool Score: 11/100

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

  18. #18 — Ballpark Pizza & Subs Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Chicken wings restaurant, Fast food restaurant, Pizza restaurant, School, Education, Restaurant. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Phoenix Children's Academy Private Preschool, Thunderbird Score: 11/100

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

  20. #20 — Tutor Time of Peoria 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 Peoria?
Learning Works Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Peoria 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 Peoria?
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 Peoria?
Childcare costs in Peoria 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.