Best Daycares in Tempe, AZ — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 10 daycares and childcare centers in Tempe based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Tempe

  1. #1 — Heartprints Montessori Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Little Foot Learning Center Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Mill Avenue School Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — Getz School Score: 15/100

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

  5. #5 — Discovery Time Childcare Score: 15/100

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

  6. #6 — Kidz Kreationz Daycare Score: 15/100

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

  7. #7 — Crosspoint Children's Academy Score: 15/100

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

  8. #8 — Sonshine Preschool Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — KinderCare Learning Center Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Sunrise Preschools 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 Tempe?
Heartprints Montessori is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Tempe 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 Tempe?
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 Tempe?
Childcare costs in Tempe 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.