A Christ-Centered Preschool and Microschool for Families Seeking Something Different
Seedlings Grove (ages 3–5) and our K–8 Microschool provide a small, structured learning environment where children are known, guided, and taught at their level.
Daily learning includes Scripture, guided instruction, and purposeful experiences that build both understanding and character.
Now enrolling a limited number of students for Fall 2026 school year.
Two Programs. One Christ-Centered Foundation.
Seedlings Grove (Preschool)
A Christ-centered preschool for ages 3–5 where children are guided through play, daily rhythm, and hands-on activities while building confidence, independence, and early academic skills.
Microschool (K–8)
A small, structured learning environment where students are taught in small groups, work toward specific goals, and grow in both academic understanding and character.
What a Day Looks Like
Preschool (Seedlings Grove)
A calm, guided day with circle time, learning centers, Bible time, outdoor play, and social-emotional development.
Microschool (K–8)
A structured day with small group instruction, independent work, science and history, and daily devotional time.
Why Families Choose us
Christ-centered learning rooted in Scripture
Class sizes are intentionally kept small so each student is known and supported.
Students are taught with their individual needs in mind — not forced into a one-size-fits-all program
Strong focus on character, discipline, and faith
Discipleship woven into daily life
A close partnership between school and family
Our Approach
We believe every child is created uniquely by God and should be taught with care and intention.
At Acaciawood Academy, students are known, guided, and challenged in a way that helps them grow with confidence, clarity, and purpose.
No child is overlooked. No child is rushed. Every child is taught.
Tuition & Pricing
Microschool
$6,500 per year - ESA funding is accepted and may fully cover tuition for eligible families.
ESA is an Arizona program that provides state-funded scholarships for private education, and most families are eligible to receive funding.
We are happy to walk alongside you and help you through the application process.
Schedule
Monday through Friday each week
School hours : 9am - 2pm
Preschool (Seedlings Grove)
5-Day Program: $800 per month
3-Day Program: $550 per month
Assistance programs available
We work with families to connect them with early childhood assistance programs, with eligibility based on household income.
We are happy to guide you to the right resources and help you apply.
Schedule
Monday through Friday each week
School hours : 9am - 2pm
Considering Acaciawood Academy
We would love to learn more about your family and what you are looking for in a school.
Meet the Founders & Teachers
We are Brandan and Tina McGrath, a husband and wife team with over 20 years of combined experience in education and a shared calling to disciple the next generation.
Tina holds degrees in Early Childhood and Special Education, and Brandan holds degrees in Elementary and Special Education. Together, we have taught students from preschool through middle school across general education, special education, and ESL.
After years in traditional classrooms, we saw many students pushed ahead before they were ready or left behind without the support they needed. Acaciawood
Academy was created to be different.
We believe every child is created by God with purpose and should be truly seen.
Students are not pushed ahead or held back—they are taught at their level.
Christ is the foundation of everything we do, shaping how we teach, guide, and care for each student.
Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.
-Proverbs 22:6
Ready to Learn More?
If you are looking for a Christ-centered school where your child will be known, guided, and challenged, we would love to connect with your family.
We’ll take time to learn about your child, answer your questions, and help you determine if Acaciawood Academy is the right fit.