Love this school! We will never go back to public schools. Arizona has the worst rated public school and it was such a breath of fresh air to find this school. The staff is awesome. It reminds me of a old country school with solid values. If you are looking for the best school in the valley look no
... Read more further. Don't judge a book by its cover, because what the school lacks in appearance they make up everywhere else. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/23/09
Both of my sons are now at Pathfinders and I have had so much fun seeing the amazing teaching first hand! I have been able to attend classes and observe as well as volunteer regularly. I have never seen a school teach such wonderful lessons and still cater to the needs of each child. I have to say
... Read more that it may be small, but it packs a powerful punch. It is unconventional in appearance, but so what? If it does wonderful things, it is still wonderful! I couldn't be more happy with Pathfinders! Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/26/08
I have had four children attend Pathfinder Academy. I have found it to be exceptional in preparing them for higher educational experiences, academically and socially. The small classrooms, caring administration and teachers (who go the extra mile) and secure and safe environment have made for an ideal
... Read more educational experience. My children can't wait to go to school each day and always return home smiling and happy. I can't speak highly enough of Pathfinder Academy! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/02/07
I have 4 children attending Pathfinder, and we love this school. Smaller classes, individual learning levels, and a focus on basic academics, are what drew us here. It's obvious that the teachers really love what they do! I also read that the AZ Dept of Education lists Pathfinder as one of Arizona's
... Read more top schools, with a rating of 'highly performing.' Just last year, 92% of all students met or exceeded the AIMS requirements. And my kindergartener was reading by December, also. Reader's Theater, a computer lab, arts and crafts days, and PE games, are just some of the high-lights my kids talk about, everyday. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/14/06
Very pleased with this school. The principal and teachers are wonderful. I was apprehensive about the location at first but when I met the staff and saw children having fun while learning, I was sold. Very nice combination of high academic standards and fun!
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Posted by a parent on 09/14/06
Pathfinders is one of the best schools in the valley. There is a lot of focus on academic achievment. Excellent teachers. Very high end school.
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Posted by a administrator on 12/03/05
My daughter attended this school last year and I counld not have been more pleased. This school is wonderful. She learned so much and has grown socially. The teachers are awesome and very caring toward the students. I just can't say enough, it is great.
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Posted by a parent on 07/14/05
This school us unconventional in appearance, however, my son loves it. He was in the kindergarten class last year and learned more than we could have ever expected. He was reading by December and by the end of the school year he was taking (and getting 100%) spelling tests and doing math. I have talked
... Read more to many of the other mothers/fathers at this school and I have not found one that has had a problem with this school or teachers. Anyone who would say otherwise will never be satisfied anywhere. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/14/05
This is a very small school that is held in the principals home which has been modified to accomodate classes. Recess is held in the backyard and there is no lunch room. Children are packed into the small classrooms. Don't expect solutions to problems that you or your child might have as we experienced
... Read more complete disregard for our concerns. Thankfully we are returning our child to public school next year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/30/05
I would highly recommend this school. It is a no frills school but given the option to continue a second year or go back to public schools, my 7 year old daughter hands down choose pathfinder. The Kindergarten and 1st grade are much more than you will ever get in a public school. I wasn't as pleased
... Read more with the 2nd grade program/teacher, but after talking to the principal, I know that will get better. Don't let the location keep you from observing the teachers in action, I pulled up and left the first time I drove there. I am so glad I decided to go back and actually see what goes on inside. Read less
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Mesa schools — Pathfinder Academy is located at 2542 N 76th Place, Mesa AZ 85207. 2542 N 76th Place is in the 85207 ZIP code in Mesa, AZ The school district for Pathfinder Academy is the Arizona State Charter School Board. Pathfinder Academy is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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