Early Childhood Programs
PVSchools has created Preschool Universe, a world of learning opportunities for students from birth through 4 years old. Each program is licensed by Arizona Department of Health Services and uniquely designed to meet the developmental needs of our youngest learners. Innovative programming, nurturing staff, and engaging curriculum are hallmarks of PVSchools Preschool Universe.
Child Development Centers Program
Age Guidelines: Birth to 2 years old before September 1st
Program Descriptions: Infants and toddlers engage in a nurturing and stimulating environment that fosters learning and development.
Times: 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Monthly Fees: $1035.00
Location(s): Pinnacle HS, James P. Lee Early Childhood Learning Center
Child Development Centers Program
Age Guidelines: 3 years old before September 1st
Program Descriptions: Students experience a full or half day program that promotes emotional, physical, and social development in a play-based classroom.
Times: 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (full day) 8:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (half day)
Monthly Fees: $925.00 (full day) $465.00 (half day)
Location(s): Pinnacle HS, James P. Lee Early Childhood Learning Center
Mini Scholars Preschool
Age Guidelines: 3 years old before September 1st
Program Descriptions: Students grow and learn in an atmosphere that nurtures social skills, emotional development, and an early academic program.
Times: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (full day)
Monthly Fees: $605.00
Location(s): Pinnacle Peak Preparatory
Little Scholars Pre-Kindergarten
Age Guidelines: 4 years old before September 1st
Program Descriptions: Students prepare for kindergarten in a developmentally appropriate, play-based program. Signature Spanish Immersion program is available at Sandpiper ES.
Times: Site Specific Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., or 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (full day)
Monthly Fees: $605.00
Location(s): Boulder Creek; Copper Canyon; Desert Springs Preparatory; Desert Trails; Fireside; Grayhawk; Pinnacle Peak Preparatory; Sandpiper; Sky Crossing; Wildfire
Montessori Preschool
Age Guidelines: 3 and 4 years old (3 years old before September 1st)
Program Descriptions: Students engage in critical thinking, discovery, and creative invention in a unique setting that fosters growth.
Times: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (full day)
Monthly Fees: $705.00
Location(s): Desert Shadows; Mercury Mine; Whispering Wind
Gifted Preschool
Age Guidelines: 4 years old
Program Descriptions: For specific information about Gifted Preschool and testing fees, please visit the Gifted Education Department or call (602) 449-2113.
Times: Site Specific Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (full day)
Monthly Fees: $760.00
Location(s): Desert Trails; Fireside; North Ranch
Important Information
- Enrollment in any program, including Gifted Preschool, does not waive the kindergarten entrance requirement that a student must turn 5 years old before September 1st.
- All students must be toilet-trained to attend (except for those in the Infant/Toddler program at Lil' Pioneers & Little Cubs).
- All students must meet the age requirements of the program for which they enroll before September 1st of the current academic year.
- All programs meet Monday through Friday and follow the district academic calendar.
- Little Cubs/Lil' Pioneers does not run through the summer.
Registration Information
You may register online for the following tuition based programs:
- Mini & Little Scholars
- Little Scholars Spanish Immersion
- Infant & Toddler Development Center
- Montessori Preschool
Gifted Preschool enrollees must submit a letter of acceptance into the Gifted Preschool as a part of their registration into this program. For questions about our Gifted Preschool, please visit our Gifted website or call 602-449-2200 to speak to a registrar.
An annual non-refundable registration fee of $90 is charged to your credit card at the time of contract approval. If your child is withdrawn from programming and re-enrolled within the same school year, a non-refundable re-enrollment fee of $25 is required.
If you need assistance with fees, contact the Department of Economic Security at (602) 569-4719.