#1
La Petite Academy on E. Tanque Verde Rd
“My son has been going here since he is one years old. He will be five in December. The staff here is absolutely amazing. They go above and beyond for the children. I am highly satisfied.💓🥰” — Google review
Best Preschools in Tucson, AZ
The 10 best-rated preschools in Tucson, AZ average 4.7★ on Google across 619 reviews. Happy Trails Christian Preschool has the top rating (5.0★), and Childtime on East River Road has the most reviews (104). Updated November 10, 2026.
10 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (619 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
#2
La Petite Academy on E. Golf Links
“Every one of the staff members here are so charismatic. I have so much trust in every one of them. I have 6 children attending, which has allowed me to experience every classroom & I’ve had nothing but the greatest…” — Google review
#3
Love This Day School
“The staff here at this day school are amazing with my son Manuel and with the other kids there. This school is one of the best my son alot of great staff that keeps the kids safe not only is it educationally…” — Google review
#4
Happy Trails Christian Preschool
“Such a great community! My daughter truly loved it here. She was well loved and learned a lot in the toddler room! We had a hard time getting her off the playground in the cooler months. The staff were very helpful…” — Google review
#5
Sandbox Early Childhood Learning Center
“We absolutely love this daycare! My daughter has been attending since she was 1, and we couldn’t have asked for a better place for her. The teachers and staff are kind, caring, and truly wonderful. She has been so…” — Google review
#6
Climbing Tree Community School
“Climbing Tree Community School is an amazing place for young children. Everyone in the Climbing Tree community gives so much love and dedication to the school. ♥️” — Google review
#7
Childtime on East River Road
“Director and staff are always so friendly and so nice to my kiddos. They are amazing I have not had any problems. They take good care of my kiddos. Always feel welcome. :)” — Google review
#8
La Petite Academy on N. Sarnoff
“This location is very nice, and exciting/enthusiastic for the children as well as the parents. The staff is friendly. Savannah was very welcoming and obviously enjoys her job.” — Google review
#9
Poets Square Day School
“My son & daughter love the teachers and friends they made here, always coming home happy and ready to go again. Would definitely recommend this place id you want a safe place to put your children while attending work.” — Google review
#10
La Petite Academy on N. Thornydale Rd
“I was provided with a tour recently and I was so impressed! The team lead, Sabrina, lead the tour and she was absolutely incredible! She was able to answer my 500 questions and she eased my nerves of leaving my child…” — Google review
How we pick preschools in Tucson
We scan Google Maps for preschool listings in and around Tucson, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the highest-rated preschool in Tucson?
Happy Trails Christian Preschool has the highest Google rating on our Tucson list: 5.0 out of 5 from 29 reviews (as of November 10, 2026).
Which preschool in Tucson has the most reviews?
Childtime on East River Road has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 104, with a 4.6★ average.
How are these preschools chosen?
Only open Tucson-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.
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