DESERT FOOTHILLS
LUTHERAN CHURCH
Desert Foothills Lutheran School admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarships and any other school administered programs.
Desert Foothills Lutheran School offers an environment that fosters curiosity, unleashes creativity and builds self-confidence in children. Our caring staff can make a difference in a student's life by teaching them how to be resilient, kind, and loving individuals. At our school we believe it's not just about learning but also about making what matters... matter more!
Teachers making what matters... matter more!
Our humble school setting at Desert Foothills Lutheran Preschool and Kindergarten is here to help instill confidence and character in every student. We are dedicated to helping children gain a strong first impression of God’s love while developing their skills, values, and behaviors through our age-appropriate curriculum. These elements come together to provide the perfect mix of fun learning infused with spiritual guidance and respect for others.
By enrolling in our preschool or kindergarten, your child will be surrounded by positive influences that help shape his/her character for life. With Christ-centered curriculum, arts and crafts activities and socialization opportunities with peers—your child's educational journey at DFLP will prepare him/her beyond measure!
2022 - 2023 Teaching Staff
Meet Brittany Henderson,
Kindergarten Teacher
This video features a heartfelt testimony from Brittany Henderson, the kindergarten teacher at Desert Foothills Lutheran, sharing her passion for working with children and the importance of love and kindness in both the preschool program and the church community. She emphasizes the impact of simple acts of love, such as giving a smile or offering a helping hand, and highlights how the church staff, including pastors, actively engage with the children, making them feel comfortable and valued. Brittany's story serves as an inspiring reminder of the power of love and the positive influence it can have on families and children.
All new playground equipment coming in 2023!
FRESH
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Big changes coming this summer at our school. Check back for progress photos.
Remodeled classrooms, bathrooms, and lobby coming in 2023!
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
REGISTRATION 2023 - 2024
Registration for the 2023 - 2024 school year will begin in February. Returning families will have registration paperwork sent home with their child. Please return your application paperwork with updated shot information and a check for the $200 registration fee and 1st month's tuition. DFLP families will get priority to register before we open to the public.
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PRESCHOOL HOURS
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Two Year Olds: 9AM - Noon
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Three Year Olds: 9AM - 1PM w/ Lunch; Optional Extended Day from 1PM - 2PM for Additional Charge
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Four Year Olds: 9AM - 1PM w/ Lunch; Optional Extended Day from 1PM - 2PM for Additional Charge
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Days of the week vary. Please contact the office for more information.
KINDERGARTEN HOURS
Kindergarten is Monday thru Friday from 9AM - 2PM.
CURRICULUM
​The Core Knowledge Curriculum has an explicit set of skills that provide the stepping stones children need to achieve developmental goals. This curriculum allows our teachers to identify the abilities of individual children and develop experiences and activities that will meet each child’s needs in the following areas:​
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Movement and Coordination
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Autonomy and Social Skills
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Work Habits
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Language and Literacy Development
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Mathematics
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Orientation in Time and Space
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Science
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Music
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Visual Arts
Each child will receive an individualized assessment of the core knowledge skills developed throughout the year. We recognize the need to provide classes tailored to the age of the students.
SCHOOL CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Come join us as we build up faith instilled within every child at Desert Foothills Lutheran Preschool and Kindergarten. If you are interested in enrolling your child in our school, please contact us to schedule a tour and receive more information.
RESOURCES FOR PARENTS
TESTIMONIALS
We fell in love with the school as well as its curriculum and people. All three of our children (ages 19, 7, and 5) have attended the preschool. Best part is, they've all had the same incredible teacher and preschool director. Thank you for loving on our children. Your school introduced us to your church and your church has become home.
MELISSA T.
PARENT REFERRAL PROGRAM
The highest compliment our parents can pay us is the referral of family or friends for preschool at our school. The trust and confidence that you place in us each and every day means a great deal. In appreciation of that trust and confidence, we are excited to share our Parent Referral Program. You will receive a $500 tuition credit for every new family that enrolls as a result of your referral. Visit the school office for more details.