Welcome to Great Hearts Archway Glendale, Serving Grades K-5
At Archway Glendale, kindergarten–5th-grade students begin a lifelong pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty—the core purpose that animates every Great Hearts academy. Our classrooms pair joyful curiosity with clear expectations, guiding children to think deeply, speak clearly, and act with virtue.
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Begin your journey into the heart of classical education with just a click. Watch a virtual tour of Archway Glendale where we foster virtuous scholars and deep thinkers. Witness firsthand how our teachers inspire a passion for lifelong learning, logic, and moral integrity. This isn't merely a tour of our school; it's a gateway to becoming part of a community dedicated to academic excellence and living the values of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. Discover the unique spirit of Great Hearts—where every lesson shapes well-rounded, virtuous citizens.Virtual Tour
What Makes Our Classical Approach Different?
• Well-Rounded Learning. Students build strong foundations in reading, writing, math, science, and history while exploring Latin roots, music, art, and daily physical education. This nurtures both mind and heart, helping children discover the “best that has been thought and said.”
• Two Teachers in Every K-5 Room. A lead teacher and an assistant ensure personal attention, orderly routines, and the space for wonder to flourish.
• Socratic Conversation. Guided dialogue teaches students to listen closely, ask thoughtful questions, and defend ideas with humility and courage—skills that serve them far beyond the classroom, even at a young age.
• Virtue in Action. We speak openly about virtues like courage, friendship, and justice, weaving character formation into daily lessons and playground moments alike.
A Community Rooted in Tradition and Joy
Families choose Archway Glendale for an environment where uniforms, screen-free classrooms, and time-honored stories create order, while recess games, poetry recitations, and art projects spark delight. This blend of “joy and order” reflects our belief that high expectations and a warm heart belong together.
A Welcoming Community for Every Family
Our campus on 83rd Avenue and Pinnacle Peak Road sits minutes from the Loop 101, making the academy accessible to families across Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, and the Northwest Valley.
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Questions? Give us a call at (623) 866-4710
Start with the virtual tour, then schedule an on-campus tour where you can observe classes, chat with students, and meet faculty. If you share our belief that the best school is one that shapes both intellect and heart, you will find a home here among the Golden Eagles. We look forward to welcoming your family into a tradition that stretches back to Socrates and forward to whatever brave new world our graduates will one day inherit.
With Warm Regards,
Suzanne DeStefano
Headmaster, Archway Glendale
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