Camelback Desert School

Reviews

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  Katie R

  Mar 10, 2026
  5.0
  CDS is such a special place. When we were touring schools for our son, it immediately stood out. Many places felt more like daycare, but CDS truly felt like a preschool with an intentional, thoughtful curriculum and includes specials (Spanish, PE, Art, Music) Our son started when he was one, and from day one it felt like family. Every teacher and administrator knows the kids by name, which speaks volumes. Ms. Nicole, his first teacher, made such a lasting impact on our son and our family. We also loved Ms. Haley, Ms. Kyndal, Ms. Danelle, Coach Zee, Mr. Nathan, Senora Bertha, Ms.Meghan — each one wonderful in their own way. Our son genuinely loved going to school there. We’ve since moved out of state, but we think about CDS often and miss it so much. Thank you, CDS fam, for giving our son such a beautiful start. We miss you!
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  Kelleigh Lang

  Feb 12, 2026
  5.0
  Three years ago, joining Camelback Desert School was one of the best decisions we’ve made for our family. From the very beginning, we felt welcomed, supported, and genuinely cared for - not just as parents, but as people. What stands out most is the true sense of community. CDS isn’t just a school; it’s a place where families, teachers, and leadership partner together. There is an intentional focus on nurturing each child’s growth - intellectually, socially, and emotionally. We’ve watched our son thrive here. He is encouraged, supported, and truly known. CDS doesn’t just focus on building strong learning foundations - they are deeply committed to developing thoughtful, confident, and compassionate kids who will make a positive impact in the world. We are incredibly grateful to be part of this community!
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  Kevin Simons

  Dec 19, 2025
  5.0
  Both of our children have attended CDS and have truly thrived thanks to the incredible teachers and staff. We are deeply grateful for the care, education, and environment they provide, and we have never regretted the investment in such an exceptional learning experience. When we first moved her we had to put our oldest in a different school based upon openings available at that time of year. Not for one second would we consider another option having seen what else is out there.
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  Michelle Simons

  Dec 18, 2025
  5.0
  CDS is the best preschool experience we ever could have asked for! Both our boys attended for a total of 5 years and thrived under the guidance of their great teachers/ staff. Ms. Erica is such a warm welcome every morning in the office, and every teacher we had was nothing short of amazing. They host such fun events throughout the year like a Halloween parade and Christmas concert, and have many activities week to week to be involved in the classroom. One of my favorite things is that the campus has two pools, and the kids can safely learn to swim and play in the water with their friends. We also love that they offer holiday break and summer camps, which allows our kids to come back to a fun and familiar school even after we have left. We 🫶🏼 CDS!!
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  Molly Sewald

  Dec 17, 2025
  5.0
  We absolutely love CDS!!! We have moved around a lot and have seen many preschool/pre-k's across the country and I can confidently say nothing compares to CDS. From the longevity of the teachers and staff to the adoration they have for all of the students, you can feel the warmth from each and every person there as soon as you walk in the door. It's clear that the teachers and staff truly care about the students' happiness and wellbeing. Our daughter is thriving since she started at CDS. She is academically ahead of her peers at other schools. I know that when I drop off my daughter at CDS, she is loved, safe and well cared for and as a mom, that is the greatest gift of all. Special praise to Ms. Erica, Danelle, McCarter, Bergner and Morton for going that extra mile to help our daughter feel comfortable each day.

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