Kindergarten
Free the Boundless Potential in Your Child
Research shows that enrolling in a full-day Kindergarten program leads to stronger academic performance in later grades and provides a smoother transition and less stress when entering first grade.
Reasons to Believe
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Tempe invests in a "dedicated team" of certified Classroom Teachers, Literacy Specialists and Instructional Coaches making a difference in your child's growth
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A no cost, full-day program can help students develop better reading, literacy, math and interpersonal skills
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Smaller student to teacher ratio promoting individualized instruction
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Taught by certified teachers using research-based curriculum and assessment tools
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Every student has a Chromebook assigned to them for use in the classroom
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Specialty programs include dual language, Montessori, traditional academy, pull-out gifted resources, and conventional classrooms provide the right fit for every child
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Students learn to work independently and as a community focusing on being polite, kind, respectful, and responsible
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All students receive a nutritious breakfast and lunch everyday at no cost
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Before- and afterschool care options available
Focusing on Key Skills
Entering kindergarten is a milestone for young students as they embark on the education journey. A combination of community-inspired skills and following Arizona’s College and Career Ready Standards, all of Tempe Elementary's diverse kinder options focus on developing and mastering these key concepts:

Kindergarten Open House Night
January 15, 2026
5:30 to 7 p.m.
Aguilar Elementary
Broadmor Elementary
Curry Elementary
Frank Elementary
Fuller Elementary
Holdeman Elementary
Meyer Montessori
Nevett Elementary
Rover Elementary
Scales Elementary
Shamley Elementary K-8
Spracale Elementary
Thew Elementary
Ward Traditional Academy K-8
Wood Elementary
