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Dayspring Preschool & Kindergarten

1365 E Elliot Road Tempe, AZ 85284
Tel: (480) 838-9097
dayspringpreschool.com

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 226 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Dayspring Preschool & Kindergarten is a non-profit school located in the Dayspring United Methodist Church since 1981.
  • We have created a caring, nurturing environment where providing the best possible education is just the beginning.
  • We are committed to the total well-being of each and every child and family who pass through our gates.
  • Our mission is to promote a partnership among children, parents and staff.
  • We believe that all children go through predictable stages of growth physically, mentally, and emotionally.
  • We also believe that children grow in various ways and at an individual pace.
  • Our job is to recognize where each child is on this journey and design activities that complement individual growth and development.
  • Our teachers are a talented and experienced group.
  • They have been chosen for their training, experience, character and ability to relate well with young children.
  • All lead teachers are degreed in Early Childhood and Elementary Education and half of the staff have also earned master's degrees.
  • In addition, our teachers are a dedicated group.
  • Currently the average tenure of a Dayspring teacher is ten years.
  • The quality of our program is a direct reflection of this expertise and loyalty.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 226 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type
Early Childhood / Day Care
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeDayspring Preschool & Kindergarten
Nursery110
Pre-K97
Kind19
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Year Founded
1973
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School Motto
Childhood is a Journey, Not a Race

Student Body

Total Students
226 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
tuition varies depending on chosen class
Admissions Director
Linda Falk
Admissions Associate
Sally Logsdon
Application URL
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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Dayspring Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Dayspring Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Dayspring Preschool & Kindergarten located?
Dayspring Preschool & Kindergarten is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 5 other private schools located in South Tempe.

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