St. Maria Goretti Preschool And Kindergarten

The preschool and kindergarten at St. Maria’s allows each child to discover their own unique God-given talents and abilities.
It is a time for individual encouragement and to establish a wholeness through spiritual, emotional, physical, social and cognitive development.
Our preschool/kindergarten curriculum utilizes “hands-on” materials to present language, math, science, art and religion.
This curriculum will aid the child’s ability to observe, to discover, to concentrate and to make individual choices with his/her own thought process.
Research clearly indicates that play can facilitate healthy development and is essential for children to develop various cognitive, social and emotional skills and abilities.
Play may even provide the best context in which children grow and learn.
These activities will serve to enrich and challenge in an environment where each child is respected and loved as an individual.

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St. Maria Goretti Preschool And Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1992

Student Body

Total Students
91 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
St. Maria Goretti Preschool And Kindergarten Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
46:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Kindergarten uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Call for pricing
Admissions Director
Kathleen Bies

School Notes

  • The preschool and kindergarten at St. Maria’s allows each child to discover their own unique God-given talents and abilities. It is a time for individual encouragement and to establish a wholeness through spiritual, emotional, physical, social and cognitive development. Our preschool/kindergarten curriculum utilizes “hands-on” materials to present language, math, science, art and religion. This curriculum will aid the child’s ability to observe, to discover, to concentrate and to make individual choices with his/her own thought process. Research clearly indicates that play can facilitate healthy development and is essential for children to develop various cognitive, social and emotional skills and abilities. Play may even provide the best context in which children grow and learn. These activities will serve to enrich and challenge in an environment where each child is respected and loved as an individual.
Source: Verified school update

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What is St. Maria Goretti Preschool And Kindergarten's ranking?
St. Maria Goretti Preschool And Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for St. Maria Goretti Preschool And Kindergarten?
The application deadline for St. Maria Goretti Preschool And Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is St. Maria Goretti Preschool And Kindergarten located?
St. Maria Goretti Preschool And Kindergarten is located in the South Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 7 other private schools located in South Scottsdale.

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