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About Us

Dayspring Preschool and Kindergarten is a nonprofit, play-based preschool and kindergarten located in Tempe, Arizona.  Dayspring Preschool and Kindergarten has been serving children and families in a caring, nurturing environment since 1973.  We are committed to the total well-being of every child and family who pass through our gates. Our mission is to promote a partnership among children, parents, and staff while creating a supportive community where each child can grow and thrive. 

 

Our school reflects the philosophy that early childhood is a time for joy, discovery, and meaningful learning through play. We recognize that children grow through predictable stages of development, and our role is to understand and support each stage with intention and care. At Dayspring Preschool and Kindergarten, we offer a program that will nurture each child’s growth and help them reach their highest potential. 

 

Dayspring’s developmental approach integrates academic skills into children’s everyday activities and experiences. We encourage active exploration, curiosity, and inquiry while valuing creativity and diversity. Above all, we strive to nurture and expand the skills your child will need to confidently face the future.

“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.”

– Fred Rogers

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