Nestled in the Ahwatukee Foothills, Magical Journey Learning Center is a private school specializing in early childhood education. Our Mission, at Magical Journey Learning Center, is to create a foundational learning program that stimulates your scholar's curiosity, develops your leader's character, and cultivates your global citizen's compassion.
A Magical Journey education challenges the mind, nurtures the heart, and strengthens the body for all children every day. Accordingly, our curriculum reflects our belief that each child is a scholar, leader, and philanthropist. As such, it is designed to teach the whole child; all curricular components are interconnected.
A Magical Journey education challenges the mind, nurtures the heart, and strengthens the body for all children every day. Accordingly, our curriculum reflects our belief that each child is a scholar, leader, and philanthropist. As such, it is designed to teach the whole child; all curricular components are interconnected.
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Magical Journey Learning Center was recently voted a top-ranked pre-school education in by Ahwatukee Foothill News readers! Our Mission, at Magical Journey Learning Center, is to create a foundational learning program that stimulates your scholar's curiosity, develops your leader's character, and cultivates your global citizen's compassion.
Arizona tax law (A.R.S. AZ 43-1089) gives Arizona taxpayers a dollar-for-dollar tax credit on their state income tax obligations, for donations made on behalf of a school, through a qualified School Tuition Organization (STO). Magical Journey Learning Center receives donations through two state-approved STO's- Arizona Tuition Connection (ATC) and The Institute for Better Education (IBE).
A magical educational journey challenges the mind, nurtures the heart, and strengthens the body for all children every day. Accordingly, our curriculum reflects our belief that each child is a scholar, leader, and philanthropist. As such, it is designed to teach the whole child; all curricular components are interconnected.
According to the Journal of Neuroscience, science has shown that when children learn to play music, their brains begin to hear and process sounds that they could not otherwise hear. Discerning between loud and soft, fast and slow, and high and low pitch tunes the ear to the subtleties of sound. This translates into better literacy development; it is the subtlety of sound that differentiates the b from the d.
Magical Journey's computer enrichment course is brought to you by Future Kiddie. Future Kiddie passionately believes that technology learning can and should be part of the high quality, well-rounded educational experience that preschools and learning centers offer to their students and families. Because when the children succeed, the school succeeds as well - and that's at the heart of everything we do.
Reviews (10)
Jamie Eichstaedt
Oct 20, 2021
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I reached out to several schools about their programs but after speaking with Jessica I knew instantly that I found the perfect place for my daughter to attend. Everyone is so kind and incredibly patient. My daughter always has a smile on her face at pickup and tells me how much fun she had playing. It’s wonderful seeing the variety of activities in the classroom and she often comes home with the cutest crafts. Could not be more pleased.
Angela Brien
Sep 17, 2021
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Magical Journey is an amazing school dedicated to see each child thrive. If I could give a 10 star review I would. We moved to Arizona several months ago and I’m so happy to have found this wonderful place. Jessica and her whole team are an amazing group of friendly, talented, and beautiful human beings. My son absolutely loves going to this school and it warms my heart to be able to see him that way and to be able to trust that he is well taken care of. I love you all so very much! From the bottom of my heart thank you! If you are looking for a place for your children look no further you will
Aubree Morrissey
Mar 05, 2021
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MJLC is our third daycare, and will be our last! Our 3 year old son has been attending MJLC for 1-1/2 years now - he is always happy and excited to go to school to see Ms. Jessica (and all of his other wonderful teachers, of course) to learn, read, dance and play, and he has so much to tell me about when I pick him up each day!
Ms. Jessica is very communicative and helpful on all fronts. The teachers are so creative and effective at teaching - a parent couldn't ask for much more. On top of that, the kiddos get to participate in great specials like music & movement and Spanish, they have a great
Ms. Jessica is very communicative and helpful on all fronts. The teachers are so creative and effective at teaching - a parent couldn't ask for much more. On top of that, the kiddos get to participate in great specials like music & movement and Spanish, they have a great
Carolyn Bertling
Jan 03, 2021
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We can't say enough good things about Magical Journey! After having two of our boys in another daycare in Ahwatukee, and that location closing, we had to find another location for our son that was too young for school. After touring other locations, we decided on Magical Journey, and we could not have chosen a better place for our son! From the director to the teachers, they all really care about the kids, and now that our son has finished their preschool program, he is 100% ready to start Kindergarden. My only wish is that we had found them earlier and our other son could have attended as well
Carson Jorgensen
Jun 13, 2020
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Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value
Best Preschool experience in Phoenix! My kids love coming here and have made so many great memories with the students and teachers. The teaching staff is extremely friendly and professional. They also hold fun events around the holidays, in which the kids have a great time! 10 stars if I could!
Best Preschool experience in Phoenix! My kids love coming here and have made so many great memories with the students and teachers. The teaching staff is extremely friendly and professional. They also hold fun events around the holidays, in which the kids have a great time! 10 stars if I could!
Daryl Cook
Oct 11, 2019
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We were looking for a school, when my son started Kindergarten, that would fill our needs during a difficult transition period in our family. Given that we have a great public school system in our area I was never going to be the one who would pay for my son to attend a private school especially for Kindergarten. That being said, It was one of the best decisions we have made for him. He flourished both academically and personally. The teachers and staff are tremendous and it is just a special environment for learning. Strongly recommend to anyone looking for early childhood school for their children
Amber Holland
Sep 24, 2019
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After visiting what seemed to be almost every preschool in Ahwatukee trying to find a school that met all of my requirements I stepped into Magical Journey Learning Center and was immediately relieved. I could tell the moment I walked in that this school was different, it felt warm and welcoming. The classrooms were open and clean. Each class was filled learning material, age appropriate toys and books, as well as imaginative play centers (such as play kitchens and doctor/vet equipment). When I left the tour I knew I had found the perfect school for my son that had met all my requirements, and
Claire Schonaerts
Sep 19, 2018
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This is truly a magical place for the young learner! As I walk through the halls of Magical Journey Learning Center, I am thrilled to see children's work proudly displayed on the walls, wonderful encouraging statements for the older students to read, and best of all, hearing the friendly interactions between children and their teachers. The tone of Magical Journey is filled with cheery, engaging sounds from the adults that pleasantly greet you at the front desk as well as the kind and caring sounds from teachers and assistants in the child-centered classrooms. It is a pleasure to visit Magical
Margaret Pratt
Jul 29, 2018
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Our family is grateful to Magical Journey! They provided just the environment our daughter needed. Magical Journey devotes the time to look at each child and address their individual needs. The focus on growth mind set, positivity and sincere care from her teachers and everyone at the school gave our daughter everything she needed to blossom into a more confidant and very happy child who loved school!
Heather Walker
Jul 22, 2017
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The best school! MJLC starts at preschool and goes up to 2nd grade. It is a private school that has amazing certified teachers! My daughter attended pre-k here and is now in kindergarten here. The owners are both teachers and they really love and care about kids. My daughter has learned SO much already. She was reading in pre-k thanks to Ms. Fischer!
