Building Blocks 4
A uniquely designed curriculum based on AZ Early Childhood Standards, creating a foundation for young students to build upon, promoting confidence within an elementary school environment.
Ages: 4 years old by August 31st
2024-2025
School Day: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Extended Day: Monday-Friday 6:30 AM - 6 PM
2025-2026
School Day: Monday-Friday 7:45 AM - 3:15 PM
*Extended day hours (6:30 am - 6:00 pm) are available for Building Blocks preschool students and their families for an additional charge through the Community Education VIK before/after school program.
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Gilbert Public Schools Preschool Office
480-497-3461
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By constructing curriculum containing a more challenging approach to the same subjects included in our 3’s program, our 4 and young 5-year-olds continue to master letters, numbers, colors, the calendar, writing their names, addresses, phone numbers, and begin preparation for reading readiness. Socialization and opportunities to build friendships are encouraged throughout our before and after-school day schedule. Upon completion of the Building Blocks program, our students have the foundation in place to enter kindergarten with the tools, experiences, and passion for learning, that helps to ensure academic success now and well into the future.
Eligibility Requirements
Requires the child to be 4 years old on or before August 31st and children who participate in the program to be fully independent in toileting (no pull-ups).
Our Curriculum
We believe academics and social development are intertwined, and that curriculum is a living, growing aspect of preschool. We have a commitment to each school’s design and firmly believe that this commitment is crucial to our students’ success. We begin by understanding that every student is different. We focus on using each student’s strengths to build upon those areas that need developing. Learning is applied through academics and exploratory play. These activities can be child-directed or teacher directed. With a fluid schedule, teachers are then able to assess transitions and begin to build a foundation tailored to each individual student.
AZ Early Learning Standards is the framework to our curriculum, and it is annually accessed to ensure best practices. The Building Blocks’ module is influenced by kindergarten standards and is collaborative with kindergarten teachers. Fundations and sight words are introduced through 4 small-sided learning centers and 3 large group centers based on weekly themes with built-in “Brain Breaks” between learning centers. “Brain Breaks” are equally important both inside and outside of the classroom with opportunities for PE, Library, Music, Art, etc. Building Blocks passionately encourages school involvement through fun runs, assemblies, school pictures, spirit weeks, and other fun site-specific activities.
Small Learning Centers include:
- Language and Literacy Standards
- Mathematics Standards
- Science Standards
- Social Studies Standards
- Physical Development, Health and Safety Standards
- Fine Art Standards
- Each week is highlighted with a theme, letter,
- number or mathematic principles, fine art elements & principles, or language and literacy principles.
Building Blocks
Tuition & Registration
Registration Fees
Non-Refundable
$50 registration fee + 1st month's Tuition
2025-2026 School Year
Registration is Open
School Day (7:45 am – 3:15 pm)
- Tuesday & Thursday: $475.00/month
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday: $600.00/month
- Monday-Friday: $825.00/month
*Extended day hours (6:30 am - 6:00 pm) are available for Building Blocks preschool students and their families for an additional charge through the Community Education VIK before/after school program based on availability and capacity.(see below).
For registrations prior to or on June 30, 2025, a $100 security deposit and $50 registration fee will be collected at the time of registration with the remaining tuition balance due by July 15, 2025. Both security deposit and registration fee are non-refundable.
For registration on or after July 1, 2025, the registration fee and 1st-month tuition are due at the time of registration and are both non-refundable.
Gilbert Public Schools Employee Rate - please call the preschool office - employment verification required
Important Notice for Building Blocks Families Needing VIK Care
If your child is enrolled in Building Blocks and you would also like to enroll them in VIK Before and/or After School Care, please note that a separate VIK registration is required.
To ensure a smooth enrollment process and secure your child’s spot:
- Visit the VIK Registration Page for full details and to register.
- VIK registration requires approval and is not automatically included with Building Blocks enrollment.
- Families enrolled in both programs may be eligible for discounted VIK rates and a waived registration fee.
- For questions or assistance, please contact the Community Education Business Office:
communityedbusinessdept@
(480) 892-9089, ext. 1