Paideia Academy offers a free, whole-child Kindergarten program in South Phoenix. No tuition. No lottery. No district boundaries.
✓ 100% Tuition-Free ✓ Open Enrollment ✓ South Phoenix
Our Phoenix Kindergarten program is built around the whole child — body, mind, and spirit.
Kindergarteners learn the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People through age-appropriate activities, songs, and daily routines that build lifelong character.
Whether you’d like to schedule a tour, ask about enrollment, or learn more about our programs — we’re ready to help.
Students who start in Kindergarten at Paideia often stay all the way through 12th grade. The community your child builds here can last a lifetime.
We nurture the connection between body, mind, and spirit. Academics, character, and social-emotional growth happen together every day.
Parents across Phoenix searching for the right elementary charter school want a place where their child is known, supported, and challenged every day.
Paideia Academy delivers that, with zero tuition.
Every student receives strong instruction in reading, writing, and math — combined with daily leadership development through the 7 Habits framework.
Our teachers know every child by name. Small class sizes mean more attention, consistent routines, and a structured environment where students thrive.
Paideia Academy is an Arizona-authorized public charter school. There is no tuition, no application fee, and no cost to attend.
ClassDojo provides real-time classroom updates and direct two-way communication between teachers and parents — so you always know how your child is doing
“My daughter is in her second year at Paideia Elementary, and I truly cannot say enough good things about this school. From the day we toured the campus, we felt how welcoming and respectful the community is. The teachers genuinely care about the students, not just academically, but as whole individuals. That’s something that really sets Paideia apart.
They focus on the “whole child,” which is exactly what Paideia represents, and you can see that philosophy in everything they do. One of the things I love most is their emphasis on leadership and character development. The scholars learn and practice the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People — things like being proactive, putting the most important things first, and working together. These aren’t just ideas they talk about, they are truly integrated into the school culture.
My daughter absolutely loves going to school every day. She feels safe, supported, and excited to learn. The campus itself is beautiful, with unique features like a garden and chicken coop, which gives scholars hands-on experiences they wouldn’t get in a traditional school setting. I also love how they empower scholars to take on leadership roles — they can apply for jobs around campus, like helping care for the garden or welcoming new students, which builds confidence and responsibility in a meaningful way.
Paideia is more than just a school. It’s a community that truly invests in its students. I’m so grateful we found it, and I would highly recommend it to any family looking for a supportive, well-rounded educational environment.”
Parent / Guardian
Paideia Elementary · March 18, 2026
“Es una escuela que apoya de acuerdo a las necesidades de cada niño. En mi caso personal, mi niña no sabía inglés y la apoyaron mucho para que ella pudiera aprender el idioma.”
Parent / Guardian
Paideia Academy · March 5, 2026
Here’s what children gain in a structured, community-based program.
Research shows daily read-alouds build vocabulary up to 3x faster than conversation alone. At Paideia, every Kindergartener has structured daily read-alouds with a trained teacher who knows how to ask the right questions and connect stories to each child’s world.
Children who learn math through hands-on, tactile activities in Kindergarten develop number sense. Our teachers use manipulatives, games, and real-world materials in a structured environment designed specifically for young learners.
Paideia’s Morning Leadership Assembly brings the whole school together to celebrate students, practice the 7 Habits, and build belonging. Children who develop social confidence in Kindergarten are more likely to participate in class, ask for help, and form the friendships that make school something they look forward to every morning.
Children learn an enormous amount from watching and working alongside other children their age. At Paideia, our Kindergarten classrooms are designed to maximize peer learning — through partner activities, group projects, and a culture where every child’s voice is heard and valued from day one.
Visit our Campus, meet teachers, and see classrooms firsthand.
Complete the online enrollment form. There’s no application fee.
Our Admissions team will confirm enrollment and help you get started.
Yes — 100% free. Paideia Academy is a public charter school funded by the state of Arizona. No tuition, no enrollment fee, no hidden costs.
No. Charter schools are not restricted by district boundaries. Any Phoenix-area family can apply.
No lottery. Open enrollment, first-come first-served. Apply early.
Birth certificate, immunization records, and proof of residency. Our team confirms the full list after you apply.
Absolutely. Schedule a free 30-minute tour above — see the classroom, meet the teacher, no commitment required.
Paideia Academy is located at 7777 S 15th Terrace, Phoenix, AZ 85042, near South Mountain. Our campus serves families throughout South Phoenix and surrounding Phoenix communities.
30 minutes. See the classroom. Meet the teacher. Walk away knowing whether Paideia is the right place for your child.
7777 S 15th Terrace,
Phoenix, AZ 85042
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Main Phone: (602) 343-3040
Admissions Extension: 3063
info@paideiamail.com
Tuition-Free K-12 Charter
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