Preschool & Prekindergarten

Participates in Arizona's early childhood agency.

• Arrowhead - 3 Stars
• Copper Creek/ELC - 4 Stars
• Diamond Canyon - 5 Stars
• Greenbrier - 5 Stars
• Legend Springs - 5 Stars
• Mountain Ridge HS - 5 Stars
• Norterra Canyon - 4 Stars
• Paseo Hills - 5 Stars
• Sunset Ridge - 5 Stars
• Sandra Day O’Connor HS - 5 Stars

The DVUSD Community Education Preschool & Prekindergarten Programs offer a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, preparing them for future success. 

• Comprehensive Development: Promotes physical, mental, and creative growth while achieving essential academic and social behaviors.
• Literacy-Rich, Play-Based Learning: Encourages active learning and discovery.
• Community Collaboration: Involves parents, staff, and the community.

Early Learning Center (part time 2s and 3s):  Early Learning Center at Copper Creek Elementary

2 Year Old Program

• Must reach the age of 2 by first day of school.
• A child reaching the age of 2 between July 31 and August 31 may begin attending once they have reached this birthday. Credit will not be given for missed days.

The 3-Year Old Program

• Students must reach the age of 3 by August 31.

• Located at the Community Education office at Copper Creek Elementary 7071 W Hillcrest Blvd Glendale, AZ 85310

Arrowhead Elementary, Bellair, Diamond Canyon, Greenbrier Elementary, Mountain Ridge High School, Paseo Hills School, Sandra Day O'Connor High School, Sunset Ridge School and West Wing. 

• Preschool is for children between the ages of 3-5
  • Must reach the age of 3 as of the first day of school.
  • A child reaching the age of 3 between July 31 and August 31 may begin attending once they have reached this birthday. Credit will not be given for missed days.
  • Depending on the location, a 3-year preschool program may consist of children ages 3-4 or 3-5 years old.
  • Child MUST be fully toilet trained.

Arrowhead Elementary, Bellair, Copper Creek School, Diamond Canyon School, Greenbrier Elementary, Legend Springs Elementary, Mountain Ridge High School, Norterra Canyon School, Paseo Hills School, Sandra Day O'Connor High School, Sunset Ridge School and West Wing

• The 4-Year Old Program is for children between the ages of 4-5.
  • Must reach the age of 4 by August 31.
  • Child MUST be fully toilet trained
  • Focuses on school readiness through developmentally appropriate play-based instruction.

Las Brisas Elementary School (view qualifications and registration information)

• Gifted Academy is a 4-Year Old Program is for children between the ages of 4-5.
  • Must reach the age of 4 by August 31.
  • Child MUST be fully toilet trained

Many of the topics addressed here are also addressed in the 2026-27 Parent Handbook. Please download and save a copy for easy reference!

There are many facets involved, and our staff works actively and diligently to review, process, and approve contracts as quickly as possible.  Due to the nature of this program and the approval process, we cannot answer inquiries regarding the availability of space at any certain location, especially during peak registration times.  There is adequate space between all of our programs to accommodate all registrants.

• Credit will not be given for missed days.
• Children turning a qualifying age between September 1 and October 31 may be enrolled into the age-appropriate program with the understanding that there will be a 30-day classroom observation period after which a determination of continuation will be made.
• A child who is enrolled early into a program as stated above is only eligible to return to the same program the following year. They are not automatically eligible for early entry into the next level program the following year.
• A child who is early enrolled into Prekindergarten is not automatically eligible for early entry into Kindergarten. Please visit Early Kindergarten Testing for information on early entry Kindergarten. All other eligibility requirements must be met as well.

• Please read through the Community Education Preschool and Prekindergarten website, as well as our Parent Handbook (linked above) for important details before you register at our Arux registration website.
• If you haven't already, create your Family Profile now to make the registration process quicker. This profile will include the registration contract owner/payer (usually parent or guardian) as well as the attending student(s).
  • If you already have an Arux account for Before & After Care, Summer Camp, or Enrichment classes, you just need to add your incoming preschooler(s) to your account.
  • NOTE that creating a profile is not a registration.  Creating your family account now will help to expedite the registration process by having your account already established in the system. You will be asked for some of the same information during the application process as part of the emergency information form required by the Arizona Department of Health Services (DHS).
• A listing of the questions you will be asked when applying for Preschool/Prekindergarten is available here.  We hope you will use this tool to help you prepare for registration so that you know what information will be required of you during the process.  There is space on this form to make notes, and we have included some useful tips (highlighted in yellow) in areas where we often find incorrect or missing information.  We want this process to be as easy as possible for you in view of the information we are required to collect.  This form is a preparation tool for your use only and is not a part of the registration. 

• Current immunization record
• Copy of birth certificate
• If applicable, a copy of any court-issued custody papers
  • This is only required when you have custody papers.
  • Check NO on the registration questionnaire if you do not have court-issued custody papers.
  • Checking YES in the registration process without this documentation will delay your contract approval.
  • Community Education does not have access to any records you may have on file at your home school for any of your children.
• Submit documentation in Arux during registration.  Failure to do so may result in delayed acceptance.  If you have troubles uploading documents you may: 
  • PREFERRED: Email a pdf copy to Preschool Documents 
  • Or fax to 623-376-3918
  • Or mail these records to Community Education at 7071 W. Hillcrest Boulevard, Glendale, AZ 85310 

• Registration is available online at https://dvusd.arux.app/.
• Parents should learn within 3-4 weeks the class location where their child has been placed.
  • Our goal is to approve contracts as quickly as possible to provide peace of mind with your confirmed placement.
• Missing or incorrect information or documentation will delay all contract approvals, or may void your pending approvals.

• As in the past, returning families (families who are currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a Community Education Preschool or Prekindergarten program) will have an opportunity to register early for siblings and/or returning students. 
  • Please prepare early for siblings (see "Prepare In Advance" above).
• Returning families should learn within 1-2 weeks where they have been placed.
• One full month plus the registration fee will be due upon contract approval-- we cannot defer this payment.
• Information regarding early registration will be made available through your child’s instructor.
• All returning family contracts are subject to eligibility verification before approval.
• If an eligible returning family misses the early registration deadline, they will be required to wait for open registration.
• One full month of tuition plus the registration fee will be CHARGED at the time of contract approval for all registrants.
  • When your contract is approved, you are notified of class placement via your email payment receipt.
  • This also applies to new and returning families-- the first month cannot be deferred.
• As in the past, both the first month’s tuition and the registration fee are NON-REFUNDABLE.
• All classrooms will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis, providing all required information and documentation has been received. 
• You will be asked to provide a second and third choice of class placement in the event your first choice is not available.
  • We will make every effort to place students in their first choice location.
  • If your first choice is not available, you will be placed in your next available choice, whether second or third.
  • You will have an opportunity to opt out of a second and/or third choice at the time of registration, if you so desire, and ask to be wait-listed. This may cause you to lose your place at alternate choice locations.
• Failed payments must be corrected immediately to maintain your enrollment status.
• All remaining monthly fees will be placed on an automatic payment plan debit/credit card and will be charged on the first of each month, September through May.

• A separate registration contract is required for each child.
• Registration contracts will be reviewed and approved on a first-come, first-serve basis.
• Avoid delays for everyone by preparing early (see "Be Prepared In Advance" above).
• A registration contract will only be approved when we have received:
  • Complete and correct information on all required application questions
  • Current copy of immunizations
  • Copy of child’s birth certificate
• Failure to provide all of the above will result in a contract request remaining in a pending status, and your place in line will be forfeited after 24 hours from when contact was made or attempted (voice mail/email), and will be deleted after 2 weeks with no response.
• Missing or incorrect information or documentation causes delays for your contract approval, as well as those of other families awaiting approval.
• A separate registration is required for Wrap Around/Extended Care hours at our high school locations (Mountain Ridge, Sandra Day O'Connor).

• Registration Fee
  • $55 per child, non-refundable
• Half Days
  • $448 per month tuition for HALF DAY. First month is non-refundable.
  • Five days per week
  • Monday through Friday
  • Morning or afternoon (see Start & Dismissal Times for specific times)
  • Based on annual tuition of $4,480.
• Full Days
  • $742 per month tuition for FULL DAY. First month is non-refundable.
  • Five days per week
  • Monday through Friday
  • All day (see Start & Dismissal Times for specific times)
  • Based on annual tuition of $7,420.

• Three-Year olds
  • $395 per month tuition. First month is non-refundable.
  • Three half-days per week
  • Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
  • Mornings (8-11:30 AM)
  • Based on annual tuition of $3,950.
• Two-Year olds
  • $286 per month tuition. First month is non-refundable.
  • Two half-days per week
  • Tuesday and Thursday
  • Mornings (8-10:45 AM)
  • Based on annual tuition of $2,860

• $171 per month morning (7:15 - 8:00 a.m.) extended care, available at MRHS.
• $171 per month afternoon (3:00-4:00 p.m.) extended care, available at MRHS & SDOC sites.
• $175 per month morning (7:00-8:00 a.m.) extended care, available at SDOC only.
• $345 per month afternoon (3:00-5:00) 2 hour extended care, available at SDOC only.
• $171 per month extended mid-day, meal not included (lunch, recess, rest period).

• One full month plus the registration fee is due at the time of registration and is non-refundable.
  • The balance of payments is due on the 1st of each month.
  • Nine remaining payments are due from September through May.
  • Monthly tuition will be invoiced on/about the 25th of the month (this day will vary if it falls on a weekend, holiday, or during break).
  • Payments will be on an automatic payment plan and will be charged on the 1st of each month to the credit card account provided by you.
  • Tuition rates are based on an annual fee, payable in ten equal installments.
  • Short months are not pro-rated, and missed days are not credited.
• Other Fees
  • $30 fee for each change made to enrollment after registration
  • $30 late payment fee
  • $15 plus $3 per minute for late pick-up
    • Excessive late pick-ups (3 or more) will result in dis-enrollment.
  • Students enrolled in DVUSD Developmental Preschool that are enrolled in Community Education half-day preschool, have the option to attend full day on Fridays, pending space - $88
• Discounts
  • 10% multiple child discount (on second child) in a Community Education Preschool program.
  • 10% DVUSD employee discount (will not be combined with other discounts).
  • Discounts are taken on the student with the lowest fees.

The Department of Economic Security (DES) may have funding available for low-income families who would like to utilize the program. Contact your local DES office to find out more information on how to apply. Processing can take up to 30 days. Families already receiving DES assistance must contact their caseworker in advance before attending a different site. This is the responsibility of the parent or guardian of the child for whom benefits are being provided. Failure
to obtain prior approval for a different site can result in DES not paying for your care, in which case you are liable for the charges incurred.

IMPORTANT - If you are eligible to receive financial assistance from the AZ Department of Economic Security (DES), you will be responsible for the following:

• Your daily co-pay as determined by DES
• Any difference between the daily rate that is subsidized by DES and our daily rate
• Submit the required documentation

A limited number of scholarships may be awarded through the Quality First Scholarships Program each July for the new school year. More information will be provided once it becomes available to us.  A student who qualifies for a scholarship will have their first month's tuition credited (less the co-pay) after their scholarship is approved.  All other terms apply.