About us
Creative Center was established in 1961
Six decades of Phoenix families, privately owned and operated, with teachers who stay and children who are known by name.
Mission & philosophy
Birth to eight is a crucial window. We build on it every day.
The period from birth to eight years old is one of remarkable brain development for children and represents a crucial window of opportunity for education. We strive to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment where children develop essential life skills through play-based learning and positive reinforcement.
By prioritizing safety, creativity and individual growth, all while partnering with families, we build strong foundations for lifelong learning.
“Relationships are at the heart of learning and growth, that is how we have taught since 1961, and it is still how we teach today.”
Creative Center, Phoenix
What we stand for
Safety, creativity, individual growth, and families in the middle of it all.
Safety first
A secure, spotless environment children know and trust.
Creativity
Play-based learning that makes curiosity the everyday default.
Individual growth
Plans built around where each child actually is today.
Family partnership
Real conversations with parents, every single day.
Nourishment
Fresh meals and snacks prepared in-house and served daily.
Our teachers & environment
Privately owned, so every child is planned for individually.
Privately owned
Independently owned and operated, so we can accommodate the individual needs of every student instead of a corporate template.
Safe, clean, nurturing
A secure, spotless environment where children are known by name and cared for by people who genuinely love this work.
Research-based play curriculum
Play-based learning grounded in research, with age-appropriate benchmarks that keep growth visible and intentional.
Experienced, trained teachers
Long-tenured educators with ongoing training who stay with our families year after year.
Join us now
Don't let your child's childhood pass. Join us now!
Reach out to Creative Center for more information on our programs. Schedule a tour, inquire about our enrichment classes, or get answers to your questions.