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Montessori Preschool in Mesa, AZ
Desert Shadows Montessori, Mesa:
Desert Shadows Montessori, located in Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona, is a private preschool providing a Montessori environment for children 2.5 years old through kindergarten for over 20 years. Desert Shadows Montessori was founded in 1988 by Eileen Shea. In 2002, her daughter, Pat Shea Barton took over as director. We are dedicated to following each child-- to serve each child's needs in a Montessori environment. Desert Shadows serves about 40 families each year.
Our Approach:
- Multi-age:
Children 2.5 years through kindergarten experience the same environment, together. This allows for children to develop at their own pace. Younger children can observe older children's work and lessons.
- Self-guided:
Children in our Montessori classroom choose what they would like to do during the day. They also choose how long they would like to spend on each activity or "work."
- Individuality:
The materials in the classroom are presented indiviually to children. Materials are designed to be self-correcting and interesting to children while extending concentration.
Children's house:
The classroom is designed to be a children's house. Children are full participants in maintaining the classroom. This also means that if a group of children is fascinated by a topic, we will take the time to explore the topic more fully.
Faculty:
Director, Ms. Pat Shea Barton has a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Northwestern University. She also holds a Masters of Arts in Information Research and Library Science from the University of Arizona and a Masters of Arts in Education from Ottawa University.
Ms. Pat is adjunct faculty at South Mountain Community College where she teaches in the Montessori teacher training program. She has also participated in the Governor's Emergent Leaders Program.
Miss Kari is a Montessori Early Childhood teacher and has been at Desert Shadows for 5 years. She also is a Suzuki trained music instructor. Miss Kari directs the toddler community. She is completing her student teaching portion of the infant/toddler training through MECA Seton training Center outside of Chicago.
Montessori Preschool for 2.5 year olds through Kindergarten:
- Montessori preschool for 2.5 year olds to kindergarten
- Parent Baby Class
- Toddler Program
- Family Yoga Nights
- Family Gathering
- Art Classes for Children
- Suzuki Violin Classes for Toddlers
Address:
6709 E. University Dr., Mesa, Arizona , USA
Heritage Christian Academy
Courses / Programs
Heritage Christian Academy, located in Gilbert, Arizona, is a ministry of Heritage Free Will Baptist Church offering programs to children ages 3 through Grade 7. For over 20 years, Heritage Christian Academy has provided a Christ-centered, challenging academic program with instruction based on the Biblical view of God and the world. HCA teaches, influences, and encourages each student to effectively integrate Biblical truth into his/her daily life and to impact the culture for Christ.
- Early Childhood Education
- Child Care (3 - 5 years)
- Part-time Preschool Program (Pre-K3 & Pre-K4)
- Elementary and Middle School (K - 7)
- Before/After Care
- Summer Camp
- PE
- Computers
- Library
- Spanish
- Art and Music
- Child Care (3 - 5 years)
- Part-time Preschool Program (Pre-K3 & Pre-K4)
- Elementary and Middle School (K - 7)
- Before/After Care
- Summer Camp
- PE
- Computers
- Library
- Spanish
- Art and Music
BrightSky Academy
Courses / Programs
BrightSky Academy is an academically-focused private preschool in Glendale in Maricopa County, AZ, approximately 9 miles north-west of Downtown Phoenix. We offer a curriculum based program with a mission to provide your child with a solid foundation for a successful transition into kindergarten and beyond. We have four age groups at BrightSky Academy including toddler, young beginner, preschooler, and pre-kindergarten.At BrightSky Academy, we offer the very best learning environment for preschool-age children. Our excelling preschool program lays the foundation for knowledge, social skills and confidence, paving the way for successes throughout their school years.
Our teachers plan and develop activities that are important to early learning experiences. We purpose to instill a love of learning in our children and a sense of achievement in their classroom and we believe children learn best when we incorporate play into our learning concepts.
We strive to engage children through play activities while practicing and developing social skills. We observe and record children's progress and partner with parents to provide the best learning environment for your child's development.
Preschool programs include:
- Toddler program
- Young Beginner program
- Preschooler program
- Pre-Kindergarten program
* A quality, academically focused preschool curriculum
* Regardless of your child’s age, BrightSky is a safe and culturally sensitive environment where children learn, grow and achieve the skills needed to transition to kindergarten and beyond
* Through fun and play children are often unaware of absorbing educational concepts
- Toddler program
- Young Beginner program
- Preschooler program
- Pre-Kindergarten program
* A quality, academically focused preschool curriculum
* Regardless of your child’s age, BrightSky is a safe and culturally sensitive environment where children learn, grow and achieve the skills needed to transition to kindergarten and beyond
* Through fun and play children are often unaware of absorbing educational concepts
Lambs of Grace Preschool, Glendale
Courses / Programs
Lambs of Grace Preschool, located in Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona, is a private Christian preschool offering both a half-day (morning) and a full-day preschool programs. The full-day program operates from 8:15am-3:00pm. The preschool program is intended for children who are three years of age or older and not yet ready to enter Kindergarten. Children can enroll in a 2, 3, or 5 day program. The half-day program operates from 8:15-11:15am.In the fall of 2008, after a lengthy self-study process, Grace Lutheran School has been granted full national accreditation through two accrediting bodies.
- WELSSA – WELS School Accreditation
- NCPSA – National Council of Private School Accreditation
- Three Year Old Preschool Program
- Four Year Old Preschool Program
- Music Program
- 2-day program: Tuesday and Thursday
- 3-day program: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
- 5-day program: Monday through Friday
& more ...
- Four Year Old Preschool Program
- Music Program
- 2-day program: Tuesday and Thursday
- 3-day program: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
- 5-day program: Monday through Friday
& more ...
Kidtastics
Courses / Programs
Based in Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona, Kidtastics offers mobile gymnastics, dance, cheer, and yoga classes for preschool and elementary school kids during school semesters as well as private / non-private swim lessons during the summer months. Kidtastics classes are held at schools and community centers that are in Scottsdale and surrounding areas such as Paradise Valley and Phoenix. Kidtastics mobile programs can also come to your home, child's school, or designated location.Kidtastics programs are all entertaining, thrilling, and at the drop of a hat we are at your service. ALL of our instructors are experienced in working with children of all ages and are compassionate and nurturing when teaching.
Kidtastics, LLC was established when two Arizona State graduates and an Early Childhood Development professional saw the need to make it easy for parents to engage their children in different physical activities and to provide fun, safe, and educational programs for children in the Valley. All partners have a love for children and the programs they teach.
Gymnastics classes for kids include:
- Moovin and Groovin with Mommy and Daddy (13 months - 2 years)
- Tiny Tots Gym (2 - 3.5 years)
- Preschool Gym (3.5 - 5 years)
- Elementary Gym (5 - 12 years)
Dance classes for kids include:
- Preschool Dance (3 - 5 years)
- Elementary Hip Hop (6 - 11 years)
Further classes offered:
- Cheer Classes (6 - 12 years)
- Yoga Classes (5 - 12 years)
- Swimming lessons for all ages
- Moovin and Groovin with Mommy and Daddy (13 months - 2 years)
- Tiny Tots Gym (2 - 3.5 years)
- Preschool Gym (3.5 - 5 years)
- Elementary Gym (5 - 12 years)
Dance classes for kids include:
- Preschool Dance (3 - 5 years)
- Elementary Hip Hop (6 - 11 years)
Further classes offered:
- Cheer Classes (6 - 12 years)
- Yoga Classes (5 - 12 years)
- Swimming lessons for all ages
Stage Dreams Youth Theater, Phoenix
Courses / Programs
Stage Dreams Youth Theater is a fun, family-centered and nurturing educational theater program providing K-12 students with the opportunity to learn theatrical skills. Classes are held in convenient areas in the North West Valley of Phoenix, AZ. We provide Stage classes, Acting lessons, Voice Training, Theater Performance classes, and more. Our programs are designed so that kids can explore and develop their theatrical talents while maintaining a well-balanced family and academic life.Stage Dreams provides a fun, safe and creative setting for children to create theater. Kids will have the opportunity to learn skills and have professional theater experience. To help them succeed, we provide high-quality expert instruction and support.
Family-Centered Educational Theater Programs for K-12th Grade Children:
Dream Classes (K-12 Students learn a musical production)
- 2 hours per week for 14 weeks
- 2 performances in the Glendale College Theater
Stage Classes (developing theater skills such as acting, singing, and dancing)
- Voice / Vocal Training Classes (6-weeks)
- "Actor’s Toolkit" Acting Classes (6-weeks)
Dream Classes (K-12 Students learn a musical production)
- 2 hours per week for 14 weeks
- 2 performances in the Glendale College Theater
Stage Classes (developing theater skills such as acting, singing, and dancing)
- Voice / Vocal Training Classes (6-weeks)
- "Actor’s Toolkit" Acting Classes (6-weeks)
Dobson-Montessori School, Mesa
Courses / Programs
Dobson-Montessori School, located in Mesa, Arizona is a private school offering Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary and Jr. High (1st-9th Grade) programs in a unique, creative, caring and stimulating environment. Each year, our students test beyond the local, state, and national norms. Last year, our students out scored every public and charter school in the valley on the Stanford 9 tests with both reading and math in the 94th percentile! Our Teachers are Montessori Certified and State Certified.
Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary & Jr. High (1st-9th Grade) programs include:
- 2, 3, and 5 Day Programs
- Summer Programs for 2-15 year olds
- Individualized Challenging Curriculum
- Field Trips
- Art
- Music
- Computers
- Electives
- Individualized Programs...
- 2, 3, and 5 Day Programs
- Summer Programs for 2-15 year olds
- Individualized Challenging Curriculum
- Field Trips
- Art
- Music
- Computers
- Electives
- Individualized Programs...