Private School in Scottsdale AZ area

Tesseract School, Paradise Valley:
Founded in 1988, Tesseract School is an independent, private day school in Paradise Valley, Maricopa County, Arizona committed to the development and education of students from pre-school through 12th grade. We are a non-denominational and co-educational institution, serving students from Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix and surrounding communities. We offer early childhood programs (preschool and kindergarten) from the age of 3 (or 2 at the educators' discretion) through upper school. Approximately 350 students are enrolled in the school and we have an overall student-teacher ratio of 8:1. All of our faculy have undergraduate degrees and many have master degrees.

- Early Childhood Programs
- Lower School Program
- Middle School Program
- Upper School Program
- Extended Day Care
- Enrichment Programs

Our innovative educational approach creates an environment in which students master the basics while also presenting them with opportunities outside the classroom to apply what they are learning to the real world.

Mission Statement:
Tesseract fosters each student’s intellect, love of learning, and strength of character in an innovative and collaborative environment. We prepare students to excel in college and beyond, lead lives of purpose, and become ethical and compassionate citizens with a global perspective.

Accreditations and Memberships:
Tesseract School is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). It is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the Arizona Association of Independent Schools (AAIS).

Our innovative educational approach creates an environment in which students master the basics while also presenting them with opportunities outside the classroom to apply what they are learning to the real world. Along with our commitment to academic excellence, our “whole student” approach to teaching promotes social, emotional and intellectual development, and challenges our students to be fully and actively involved in their education. In short, learning comes alive for every student, every day.

What sets Tesseract apart from other schools is the unique educational experience we offer our students. Our innovative educational approach creates an environment in which students master the basics and have opportunities outside the classroom to apply what they are learning to the real world. Additionally, our students are engaged and enriched through our exceptional programs including Global Education, Digital Revolution, Foreign Language, The Arts, Class Trips and Service Learning.

The Tesseract Extended Day (TED) Program is a convenient service for busy families who need care for their children after the school day ends. TED was created with your child's continued development in mind. There are several options available so you can make the choices that fit your family's needs. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff is hired with the Tesseract philosophy in mind. TED strives to provide the best quality after-school program in the Valley. We offer an enticing array of fun and interesting programs designed for students’ interests and your after-school care needs.