Preschool Universe

Preschool Universe is an annual information night we hold to help you understand our different preschool programs and learn which is right for your preschooler.

We will be holding virtual meetings on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021, from 5:45-7:00 p.m. Use the drop-down menus below to find the right meeting for you.

To determine which meeting is right for you, our preschool staff are available during Preschool Universe.

Our registrars are available during Preschool Universe for help with registration account creation.

Find Meeting Link by Program

We offer several Tuition Based Early Childhood Programs as well as Non-Tuition Based Early Childhood Programs

Use the drop-down menu below to find which locations offer your desired program:

Child Development Centers - Lil’ Pioneers/Little Cubs - Birth to 3 years old

Preschool Universe
Virtual Open House
for Child Development Centers - Lil’ Pioneers/Little Cubs
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021
5:45 - 7:00 p.m.
Join with Google Meet:
https://meet.google.com/aoh-fddt-hfr

Age Guidelines: Birth to 3 years old
Program Descriptions: Infants and toddlers engage in a nurturing and stimulating environment that fosters learning and development. Older 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)

Child Development Centers - Lil’ Pioneers/Little Cubs is available at:

Pinnacle High School
James P. Lee Early Childhood Learning Center

Mini Scholars - Pinnacle Peak Preparatory Elementary School - 3 years old

Preschool Universe
Virtual Open House
for Mini Scholars
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021
5:45 - 7:00 p.m.
Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/hkn-eysy-iuk

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)

Mini Scholars is available at:

Pinnacle Peak Preparatory Elementary School

Montessori Preschool - 3 & 4 years old

Preschool Universe
Virtual Open House
for Montessori Preschool
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021
5:45 - 7:00 p.m.
Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ybt-rkxp-oxn

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)

Montessori Preschool is available at:

Desert Shadows Elementary School
Mercury Mine Elementary School
Whispering Wind Elementary School

Early Childhood Academy - 4 years old

Preschool Universe
Virtual Open House
for Early Childhood Academy
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021
5:45 - 7:00 p.m.
Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/wfr-sfdu-szx

Attending this preschool program will give your child the readiness skills to be successful for kindergarten. Early Childhood Academy is taught by a certified teacher. This successful program provides our littlest learners strong literacy and math skills that will prepare them for their kindergarten experience.

Enrollment is capped at 15 students per classroom.

Early Childhood Academy is available at:

Eagle Ridge Elementary School
Larkspur Elementary School
Sunset Canyon Elementary School

Gifted Preschool - 4 years old

Preschool Universe
Virtual Open House
for Gifted Preschool
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021
5:45 - 7:00 p.m.
Join with Google Meet:
Meet the Teachers https://meet.google.com/riv-zdbd-chs
Question/Answer https://meet.google.com/tuz-mhjb-eia

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)

Gifted Preschool is available at:

Desert Trails Elementary School
Fireside Elementary School
North Ranch Elementary School

Little Scholars Preschool - Pinnacle Peak Preparatory Elementary School - 4 years old

Preschool Universe
Virtual Open House
for Little Scholars Preschool - Pinnacle Peak
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021
5:45 - 7:00 p.m.
Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/hkn-eysy-iuk

Age Guidelines: 4 years old before September 1st
Program Descriptions: Students prepare for kindergarten in a developmentally appropriate, play-based program. Little Scholars 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)

Little Scholars Preschool is available at:

Boulder Creek Elementary School
Copper Canyon Elementary School
Desert Springs Preparatory Elementary School
Desert Trails Elementary School
Elementary School #33
Fireside Elementary School
Grayhawk Elementary School
Pinnacle Peak Preparatory Elementary School
Wildfire Elementary School

Little Scholars Preschool - Copper Canyon, Desert Springs, Wildfire - 4 years old

Preschool Universe
Virtual Open House
for Little Scholars Preschool - Copper Canyon, Desert Springs, Wildfire
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021
5:45 - 7:00 p.m.
Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/buk-qevb-twy

Little Scholars Preschool is available at:

Boulder Creek Elementary School
Copper Canyon Elementary School
Desert Springs Preparatory Elementary School
Desert Trails Elementary School
Elementary School #33
Fireside Elementary School
Grayhawk Elementary School
Pinnacle Peak Preparatory Elementary School
Wildfire Elementary School

Little Scholars Preschool - Boulder Creek, Desert Trails, ES#33, Fireside, Grayhawk - 4 years old

Preschool Universe
Virtual Open House
for Little Scholars Preschool - Boulder Creek, Desert Trails, ES#33, Fireside, Grayhawk
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021
5:45 - 7:00 p.m.
Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/amt-oqeh-wxd

Little Scholars Preschool is available at:

Boulder Creek Elementary School
Copper Canyon Elementary School
Desert Springs Preparatory Elementary School
Desert Trails Elementary School
Elementary School #33
Fireside Elementary School
Grayhawk Elementary School
Pinnacle Peak Preparatory Elementary School
Wildfire Elementary School

Little Scholars Spanish Immersion - 4 years old

Preschool Universe
Virtual Open House
for Little Scholars Spanish Immersion
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021
5:45 - 7:00 p.m.
Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/buk-qevb-twy

Age Guidelines: 4 years old before September 1st
Program Descriptions: Students prepare for kindergarten in a developmentally appropriate, play-based program.

Little Scholars Spanish Immersion program is available at Sandpiper ES. Students in this class transition to the Sandpiper FLITE (Foreign Language Immersion Teaching Experience) program. Please refer to the top of this page for additional Tuition Based Program information.
Times: Site Specific Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., or 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (full day)

Spanish Immersion is available at:

Sandpiper Elementary School

Title I Preschool - 4 years old

Preschool Universe
Virtual Open House
for Title I Preschool
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021
5:45 - 7:00 p.m.
Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/xhj-eieq-rmg

Title I Preschool is a federally funded program that provides instruction for students who demonstrate educational need. This program is provided at no cost to students who qualify.

Title I Preschool is available at: