ACADEMICS / ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION RESOURCES

Private Schools
Parochial and independent private schools are in operation throughout the Valley of the Sun, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. The academic setting can vary widely in terms of instruction, teacher/pupil ratios, learning environments, educational challenges, or opportunities to explore creatively. For more information, the following resources may be helpful:

Maricopa County

Diocese of Phoenix
Roman Catholic Schools
Phoenix 602-354-2000
www.diocesephoenix.org

Jewish Education Resources
Tempe 480-897-0588
www.evjcc.org

National Association of Private, Catholic & Independent Schools
Sacramento, CA 916-451-4963
www.napcis.org

Charter Schools

Basis School Inc
11485 N 136th Street
Scottsdale 480-289-2088

East Valley Academy
910 N. 85th Place
Scottsdale 480-946-3071

Foothills Academy
7191 E Ashler Hills Drive
Scottsdale 480-488-5583

Little Lamb Community School
12990 E Shea Boulevard
Scottsdale 480-860-4330

Montessori Academy Inc.
2928 North 67th Place
Scottsdale 480-945-1121

Salt River Elementary School
10000 East McDowell Road
Scottsdale 480-362-2400

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Community Schools
10005 E Osborn Road
Scottsdale 480-850-7663

Scottsdale Preparatory Academy
7496 E Tierra Buena Lane
Scottsdale 480-776-1970

College Prep Boarding
Arizona is home to several outstanding boarding schools that provide a challenging academic program in a wide range of subjects while promoting student participation in sports and outdoor activities. Special electives, field trips to other cultures, and student employment opportunities are just a few of the possible advantages.

The Fenster School of Southern Arizona
Tucson 520-749-3340
www.fenster-school.com

Orme School & Summer Camp of Arizona
Mayer 928-632-7601
www.ormeschool.org

Verde Valley School
Sedona 928-284-2272
www.vvsaz.org

Home Schooling
Home-based education in Arizona falls under county jurisdictions. Parents who are interested in learning more about home schooling can obtain additional information or answers to specific questions from the Maricopa County School Superintendent:

Arizona Families for Home Education
602-235-2673
www.afhe.org

Maricopa County Schools Home Schooling Department
Arizona Department of Education
602-506-3144
www.maricopa.gov/schools

Alternative Education Resources
800-769-4171
www.educationrevolution.org

National Home Education Network
503-647-2992
www.nhen.org