Phoenix Children's Academy Private Preschool, Thunderbird

About Phoenix Children’s Academy Private Preschool in Peoria, AZ

Welcome to Phoenix Children’s Academy Private Preschool in Peoria, Arizona, a daycare and early education center that houses a caring staff with over 145 years of combined experience in childcare. Located just off the 101 on Thunderbird Rd, our preschool serves families with children ages 6 weeks up to 12 years old, helping them grow both socially and academically.

We focus on each and every child’s individual needs, with structured daily routines that support growth. We recognize that young children need much more than intellectual development during their first years of life and we offer families in the West Valley a well-rounded preschool experience that also focuses on social, emotional, physical, and creative development.

At Phoenix Children’s Academy Private Preschool, we take a play-based, family-first approach to learning. To learn more about the welcoming environment we have created, schedule a tailored school visit at our private preschool in Peoria that is suited to your needs as a caring parent.

Daycare and Preschool Programs Offered

• Infant Daycare: A gentle, nurturing start for babies, with calming routines and sensory play that help them feel secure and ready to discover the world.
• Toddler Daycare: Curious toddlers explore through play, practice self-help skills like handwashing and cleaning up, and make their very first friends.
• Preschool: Stories, songs, and hands-on play build early language, math, and science skills while teaching children to share, take turns, and care for others.
• Pre-Kindergarten: Play-based learning and Kind Child lessons help children build the confidence and social skills to step into kindergarten with a smile.
• School-Age Program: A fun, supervised place for school-age children to relax, play, and connect with friends on out-of-school days and school breaks.
• Summer Camp Programs: Camp-style summer days full of active, creative play that keep children curious, kind, and busy while school is out.

Why Parents Choose Our Preschool

Our inviting, age-appropriate classrooms are designed with little ones in mind. We create safe, stimulating spaces where children feel comfortable exploring and growing. Our intentional student-to-teacher ratios ensure every child receives the individual attention and care they deserve, allowing us to support their unique pace and personality.

From trying something new to celebrating small wins, we nurture each child’s sense of self, so they grow into kind, capable, and confident learners. We prioritize the whole child, helping children develop empathy, self-regulation, and meaningful friendships alongside their early academic skills.

At the forefront of all our decisions, we prioritize quality education that starts from the day our children start their journey with us. And above all else, we are committed to providing a nurturing space where every child feels safe, seen, and celebrated each and every day.

School-to-Home Connection

We have found that children thrive in a preschool setting when there is a strong partnership between school and home. We have an open door policy at Phoenix Children’s Academy and we welcome families to visit at any time.

We offer a variety of communication pieces to keep you informed about your child’s day and academic progress. We give our parents Developmental Portfolios which document their development from infants all the way through pre-kindergarten. We have fun family activities throughout the year, and we make it our mission to establish a personal connection with every child and family.

Ascend Curriculum

Thanks to the flexibility of our Ascend Curriculum, we take an individualized approach to early childhood education and encourage every child to progress towards age-appropriate goals at their natural pace. New skills are introduced sequentially in 9 different learning domains each month and activities are modified to fit the interests and current skill level of each child. This skill-based approach to early education ensures that every child feels engaged, supported, and challenged and makes learning fun!

Quality First Rating

Quality First is a program that seeks to continually improve the quality of childcare provided by daycare centers and preschools throughout Arizona. Programs enrolled in Quality First are committed to preparing young children for school and life and continually make improvements in their level of care. Phoenix Children’s Academy Thunderbird currently has a Quality First Star Rating of 3, which means we have met quality standards in areas such as staff qualifications, health and safety practices, learning environments, teacher-child interactions, and parent communication. Learn more about Quality First.

Kind Child Program

Another significant part of our curriculum is our Kind Child program. Kind Child is a year-long program for children ages two and older that helps our teachers nurture and strengthen every child’s social and emotional skills. We have found that when we focus on the emotional well-being of each child in our care, we strengthen our school as well. We are confident that Kind Child will continue to strengthen the culture of our entire preschool center by elevating every child’s feelings of happiness, improving their well-being, and enriching their friendships.

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