Kindergarten
The Kindergarten program offers a Reggio-inspired approach with best practices in early childhood in alignment with the Arizona Department of Education Academic Standards. With a maximum of 16 students, our exceptionally low ratio of 1:8 allows for the development of the whole child. A blend of both child and teacher-led learning encourages children to engage as active participants in their construction of knowledge while accomplishing and/or exceeding the educational standards defined by the state board of education.
The students’ experiences are enhanced by discoveries through hands-on experimentation and purposeful play. These types of developmentally appropriate practices encourage long-term success in the academic arena. The Kindergarten curriculum extends beyond the traditional areas of learning and offers Atelier, Music, Spanish, Movement (P.E.), and the Culinary Arts. There are plenty of opportunities for outside discovery through the Outdoor Classroom/Playground.
The Kindergarten classes are:
August 18, 2025 - May 21, 2026 | Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Following the PVUSD Calendar with the exception of half days and fall break.
Students are required to bring lunch and will have morning and afternoon snack time.
Registration Dates:
Priority Registration opens November 6th
Priority Registration packets due by December 2nd
Priority notification of placement is December 16th
Community Registration opens Feb. 18th pending availability
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Kindergarten FAQ
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The Kindergarten class will be taught by a Certified Master Teacher and an assistant. With a maximum of 16 students, the class will have a 1:8 ratio. School hours are 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM. The school year will begin on August 18, 2025 and run through May 21, 2026. Pinnacle Presbyterian Kindergarten’s calendar will follow Paradise Valley Unified School District (PVUSD) for school holidays and breaks with the exception of half days and fall break.
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Yes! Atelier, Music, Spanish, Movement (P.E.), and Culinary Arts will be included in the Kindergarten curriculum as special enrichment during Kindergarten class hours. Additional information and schedules will be available at enrollment.
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Yes - if you do not use the Empowerment Scholarships Account (ESA) for tuition payment for the Pinnacle Kindergarten school year, you can then attend Kindergarten the following year at a public or charter school. A child is allotted one ESA voucher per grade.
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Priority registration will open on January 13, 2025 for current preschool families, siblings of former students, and registered church member of six months or more. Registration opens to the community February 10, 2025. Placement is determined first by priority status and then utilizing the point system (1 point for each year that each child attended and 0.5 point for Cottontail class). For example, if 2 children attend PPP for 2 years, then the family has 4 points.
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The wait list is formed by the date the registration form was returned to the office.
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The cost for Kindergarten is $12,500 for the school year. Click here for information on optional programs available to assist with tuition costs.
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Play is an important part of kindergarten learning, as it helps make learning engaging and developmentally appropriate. The school day structure balances teacher-directed instruction, independent learning activities, and purposeful playtime while supporting a cohesive classroom community. You can help support your child by reading to them every day, providing a variety of reading materials, and encouraging them to draw.
Click here to download the Kindergarten Program for an overview of the curriculum at Pinnacle.