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BASIS Phoenix Central

BASIS Phoenix Central is a tuition-free public charter school serving grades K–5. We set the foundation for academic success with our accelerated curriculum, robust student support system, and variety of enriching extracurriculars.

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What Makes Us Special

We work hard to help each student flourish and achieve their best. Our experienced and caring teachers create positive environments where students are excited to learn and eager to participate. Students build confidence through opportunities like National Elementary Honor Society, Leadership Club and fine arts performances. Our campus is equipped with a dance studio and martial arts studio.

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Now Offering
FREE Full-Day Kindergarten!

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201 E. Indianola Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85012

Office Hours:
Mon – Fri, 7 a.m – 5 p.m.

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Leadership

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Michelle Astwood

Michelle Astwood

Head of School

Michael Hancock

Michael Hancock

Head of Operations

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Ryan mobley

Director of Primary Programs

Cathia Baydoun

Cathia Baydoun

Dean of Students

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Explore Our Upper School

Students who complete grade 5 at BASIS Phoenix Central go on to attend BASIS Phoenix for grades 6–12. Our accelerated middle school and high school curriculum challenges and inspires students, preparing them to attend the top colleges in the nation.

Current Parents

Stay informed and engaged with these helpful resources for current BASIS Phoenix Central families.

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School FAQs

Learn more about our campus by reviewing our most commonly-asked questions.

BASIS Phoenix Central extracurriculars change year to year based on student interest. However, here are some of our most recent offerings:

Little Doctors School, Little Veterinarian School, Digital Animation, Chess, Mad Science, Lego Club, Yearbook, Archery, Sports, after-school arts programs including Visual Arts, Dance and Theater

BASIS Phoenix Central is proud to offer FREE full-day kindergarten beginning in Fall 2025.

At BASIS Phoenix Central, our after-school (Late Bird) fees are $300/month. This program runs from dismissal until 5:30 p.m. Financial aid is available for qualifying families.

A typical class size at BASIS Phoenix Central is 30 students. We have two teachers in the classroom from grades K–3, which reduces our student-teacher ratio.

BASIS Phoenix Central offers Mandarin. When students advance to BASIS Phoenix for high school, they may choose from Mandarin, Spanish, French, and Latin.

Students at BASIS Phoenix Central are not allowed to have cell phones during the school day.

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for Fall 2025

Last Day of Open Enrollment is Dec 13 in AZ & LA

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