Word of life Christian Preschool offers a structured curriculum with a Bible based foundation.
Our mission is to help children develop a love for learning and a heart for Jesus. Parents may choose the half day program or let their student spend the day with us in our full day program.
Students will experience academics with the award winning ZooPhonics which teaches reading at a phoenetic level.
They participate in music, arts & crafts, science, math, and many hands-on activities.
At WOL children will learn God's Word through weekly chapel and daily Bible Lessons with the A-beka curriculum.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked AZ School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Word Of Life Christian Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2005
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
80 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 39%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
good tennis shoes for the playground
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Monthly tuition rate
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 82%
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Musical SurpriseSoccer Shots
School Notes
- School Motto: FAITH FAMILY FUTURE
- Word of Life Christian Preschool Motto:
- FAITH FAMILY FUTURE
- "Whoever welcomes a little child in My name.
- Welcome Me." Matt. 18:5
- Please visit our website at wolschool.org to preview our classes and teachers.
- Call to schedule a tour or email us at [email protected]
- WOL Christian Preschool is a mission of Word of Life Lutheran Church.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Word Of Life Christian Preschool?
The acceptance rate of Word Of Life Christian Preschool is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
What is Word Of Life Christian Preschool's ranking?
Word Of Life Christian Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Word Of Life Christian Preschool?
The application deadline for Word Of Life Christian Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Word Of Life Christian Preschool located?
Word Of Life Christian Preschool is located in the Surprise Farms neighborhood of Surprise, AZ. There are 1 other private schools located in Surprise Farms.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Word Of Life Christian Preschool is Our Lady Of The Sun Catholic Church (7.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is AD (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Surprise KinderCare (2.6 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
AD ![AD Photo - Welcome to Palms Christian School]( "AD Photo - Welcome to Palms Christian School")
(Baptist)
17475 W Bell Rd
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 544-3498
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 544-3498
0.1 miles
Gr: K-5 Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Surprise KinderCare ![Surprise KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom: A great start goes a long way!]( "Surprise KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom: A great start goes a long way!")
Daycare / Preschool
15415 West Bell Rd.
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 975-1592
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 975-1592
2.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Fourteensix Christian Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
15175 W Mondell Rd
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 252-1460
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 252-1460
2.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 40 students
Valley Child Care & Learning Center - Elementary Mirage
Daycare / Preschool
14085 N Dysart Rd.
El Mirage, AZ 85335
(623) 486-7600
El Mirage, AZ 85335
(623) 486-7600
5.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK
The Alexandria Academy
Alternative School
13940 W Meeker Blvd # 115/ # 180
Sun City West, AZ 85375
(818) 400-5020
Sun City West, AZ 85375
(818) 400-5020
6.6 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 21 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Our Lady Of The Sun Catholic Church
(Catholic)
12546 W Peoria Ave
El Mirage, AZ 85335
(623) 213-5478
El Mirage, AZ 85335
(623) 213-5478
7.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 38 students
Queen Of All Saints Academy
(Catholic)
12252 N 111th Ave
Youngtown, AZ 85363
(352) 232-1570
Youngtown, AZ 85363
(352) 232-1570
8.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 51 students
John Paul Ii Catholic High School
(Catholic)
3120 N 137 Ave
Avondale, AZ 85392
(623) 233-2777
Avondale, AZ 85392
(623) 233-2777
11.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 333 students
St. John Paul Ii Catholic High School
(Catholic)
3120 N 137th Ave
Avondale, AZ 85392
(623) 233-2777
Avondale, AZ 85392
(623) 233-2777
11.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 333 students
St. John Paul Ii Roman Catholic High School
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
3120 N 137th Ave
Avondale, AZ 85392
(623) 233-2777
Avondale, AZ 85392
(623) 233-2777
11.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 333 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
AD ![AD Photo - Welcome to Palms Christian School]( "AD Photo - Welcome to Palms Christian School")
(Baptist)
17475 W Bell Rd
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 544-3498
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 544-3498
0.1 miles
Gr: K-5 Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Fourteensix Christian Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
15175 W Mondell Rd
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 252-1460
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 252-1460
2.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 40 students
Our Lady Of The Sun Catholic Church
(Catholic)
12546 W Peoria Ave
El Mirage, AZ 85335
(623) 213-5478
El Mirage, AZ 85335
(623) 213-5478
7.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 38 students
Queen Of All Saints Academy
(Catholic)
12252 N 111th Ave
Youngtown, AZ 85363
(352) 232-1570
Youngtown, AZ 85363
(352) 232-1570
8.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 51 students
10111 W. Jomax. Rd.
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 224-8841
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 224-8841
10.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 167 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Surprise KinderCare ![Surprise KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom: A great start goes a long way!]( "Surprise KinderCare Photo - Infant Classroom: A great start goes a long way!")
Daycare / Preschool
15415 West Bell Rd.
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 975-1592
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 975-1592
2.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Valley Child Care & Learning Center - Elementary Mirage
Daycare / Preschool
14085 N Dysart Rd.
El Mirage, AZ 85335
(623) 486-7600
El Mirage, AZ 85335
(623) 486-7600
5.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Big Dreams Preschool / Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
28570 N El Mirage Rd
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 374-6856
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 374-6856
9.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 117 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
4320 N. School Hill Road
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 255-3290
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 255-3290
10.6 miles
Gr: NS-K
10111 W. Jomax. Rd.
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 224-8841
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 224-8841
10.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 167 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Willow Canyon High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17901 W Lundberg St
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8000
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8000
0.5 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 1,901 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Western Peaks Elementary School
(Math: 60%)
(Math: 34% | Reading: 48% )
Rank:
(Math: 34% | Reading: 48% )
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18063 W Surprise Farms Loop S
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8750
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8750
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 763 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Canyon Ridge School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17359 W Surprise Farms Loop N
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8450
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8450
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 1,042 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Cimarron Springs Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17032 W Surprise Farms Loop S
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8600
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8600
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 810 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Sunset Hills Elementary School
(Math: 42%)
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48% )
Rank:
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48% )
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17825 W Sierra Montana Loop
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8700
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8700
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 877 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
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