Best Daycares in Tucson, AZ — 2026 Rankings
We ranked 2 daycares and childcare centers in Tucson based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.
Top Daycares in Tucson
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#1 — Bright Star Preschool Score: 22/100
Bright Star Preschool
Programs: Preschool. View full profile →
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#2 — Loving Hands Early Childhood Learning Academy Score: 18/100
Childcare center listed from OpenStreetMap contribution way/800897433. Type: center-based. Program signals: preschool. Verified fields: name, phone, website, email, address.
Programs: Preschool. 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 →
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Frequently asked questions
- Who is the #1 daycare in Tucson?
- Bright Star Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Tucson 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 Tucson?
- 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 Tucson?
- Childcare costs in Tucson 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.