Early Childhood Preschool Programs
DVUSD Early Childhood offers a variety of preschool programs to meet the needs of many
- Preschool Peer Role Model Program
- Developmental preschool for ages 3-5
- Head Start a full-day preschool program based on income eligibility
- Early Head Start a full-day preschool program based on income eligibility
Early Head Start is a federally funded program providing services for Infants and Toddlers aged younger than 2 years 9 months who are at risk, eligibility based on income. The Deer Valley Unified School District offers this program at two schools within the district boundaries. For more information on this new program, visit the Early Head Start page or scan the QR code below.
Head Start Preschool is a federally funded program providing services for children ages 3 and 4 years old who are at risk, with eligibility based on income. The Deer Valley Unified School District offers Head Start programs at several elementary sites within the district boundaries. There is no charge for Head Start preschool services for eligible families.
Head Start Preschool
- 4 days per week (Monday-Thursday)
- Full day
- FREE for qualifying families
Developmental Preschool provides inclusive preschool classrooms with support and services for both typically developing children, as well as, those children who have been identified as having special education needs. There are two preschool sessions daily, which last 2.5 hours and run Monday through Thursday.
Developmental Preschool
- 3-4 days per week
- AM or PM sessions
- Ages 3-5
Peer Role Model Program
- 3-4 days per week
- AM or PM sessions
- Ages 3-5
- Tuition based
Deer Valley Early Childhood is Hiring!
We are currently looking for the following:
- Early Childhood Teachers
- Developmental Preschool Teachers
- Instructional Assistants
- Paraprofessionals
For more information email the Early Childhood Department or visit Join DVUSD.
Parent Resources/ Recursos para padres
Arizona Department of Education
Arizona Department of Education, Early Childhood Page
Arizona Department of Education Main Page
Navigating Early Childhood Special Education Services
Traveling the Special Education Highway
Special Education- Parents & Families
Parent Resources for Early Childhood Special Education