From three, the day has a curriculum in it rather than a rhythm alone: letters, numbers, songs and structure, the year it starts looking like school. Pre-kinder is the year before kindergarten, about sitting, listening and finishing what was started.
Two preschool groups
- Three-year-olds: a real preschool classroom. Letters, numbers, songs and structure. One caregiver to 13 children, Arizona's rule for this age.
- Pre-kinder (four to five years): getting ready for a school day. Attention, transitions and self-management as much as letters and numbers. One caregiver to 15 children.
What a day is made of
Art, music, dance and theater run as part of the program, alongside fitness: an academic program children reach through exploring those things rather than sitting still for them. The shaded play yards, the trike court and the indoor room are part of every day.
Who runs the classroom
The director holds a master's degree in special education, which matters most at exactly this age, when the differences between children start to show up as something other than temperament. Directors are CPR certified, background checked and hold a CDA credential; teachers and assistants are CPR certified and background checked.
Preschool on a working family's schedule
43rd Ave is open 24 hours, Monday to Saturday, closed Sundays and holidays; Northern is open 5 AM to midnight. Preschool runs on the same rooms and teachers whatever shift the parents work. See the toddler and preschool program and before and after school care for the years on either side.
Rates and DES
Weekly tuition depends on the age group and schedule. See rates. DES child care assistance is accepted at both buildings.
Two buildings in Glendale
- 43rd Ave: 10046 N 43rd Ave, Glendale, AZ 85302. Phone (623) 931-5015.
- Northern: 4910 W Northern Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301. Phone (623) 435-2211.
Licensed
Both buildings are licensed child care centers, licensed and inspected by the Arizona Department of Health Services: 43rd Ave license CDC-14018 and Northern license CDC-12417. Both are public record on AZ Care Check and posted on the wall.
Frequently asked questions
What ages are preschool at Nana's?
Three-year-olds and pre-kinder (four to five years). Younger children are in the infant, one-year and two-year rooms.
Is it a licensed preschool?
Both buildings are licensed child care centers, licensed and inspected by the Arizona Department of Health Services: 43rd Ave CDC-14018, Northern CDC-12417.
How many children per teacher in preschool?
Arizona's rule, which the rooms are staffed to: 1:13 at three years and 1:15 for pre-kinder.
Can I visit the preschool classroom?
Yes. Call either building to schedule a visit, or take the virtual tour first.