Families choose OLPH Glendale for its high school readiness, STREAM education, and values-driven learning from preschool through 8th grade.
What would it look like for your child to be truly seen at school?
Maybe you picture a classroom where a teacher listens closely, catching every detail in your child’s response. A place where small groups rotate through reading, science, and math, and where support is personal. You might be searching for a Catholic school where faith is lived daily, and where your child learns in an environment where they’re known and cared for.
That’s what families find at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School in Glendale, AZ. With small class sizes, a faculty trained in blended learning, and access to age-appropriate classrooms, students are guided with intention. Technology enhances, and not distracts from the learning process. And most importantly, it’s where Catholic values shape how students grow.
The Path of an OLPH Student
Our Catholic Faith
Lives out the teachings of the Catholic Church through prayer, worship, and service.
Life-Long Learner
Thinks critically, sets goals, and applies knowledge with responsibility and perseverance.
Proficient Communicator
Expresses ideas effectively using a variety of tools and works well with others.
Humanitarian
Acts with respect, responsibility, and compassion as a faithful citizen in the world.
Discover Academics at OLPH Glendale.
Academic Distinctives
Every classroom at OLPH Glendale is built on the belief that learning should be both rigorous and personal. These distinctives shape how students experience their education each day, from the structure of lessons to the feel of the community.
Faith That Lives
At OLPH Glendale, the Catholic faith is woven into the school day from start to finish. Students engage in practices that build their character and center their day:
- Begin mornings with prayer
- Participate in regular school-wide Mass
- Reflect on Catholic values that shape character beyond academics
In classrooms, Gospel themes surface in literature discussions, writing prompts, and science conversations — offering students opportunities to think about who they are and how they live.
Intentional Class Sizes
Classrooms at OLPH Glendale are intentionally small, with an average of 16 students per class. This gives teachers the space to notice who’s ready to stretch, who needs time, and how to support each child’s momentum. Instruction flows between whole-group teaching, small-group practice, and one-on-one check-ins, so every student stays engaged.
STREAM in Motion
A student mixes clay for a ceramics project while another runs tests on a homemade bridge built from popsicle sticks and string. In one classroom, tablets glow with animation timelines; in another, students write reflections on how technology shapes moral choices. STREAM (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Art, and Music) at OLPH Glendale is a way of learning that spans disciplines and draws connections between them. Across grades, students explore how science, creativity, ethics, and design come together in the work they do each day.
- Students engage in robotics, coding, design, and media literacy
- Developmentally-appropriate use of smartboards, iPads, and 1:1 Chromebooks
- STREAM projects are built into both academic and enrichment time
In classrooms, Gospel themes surface in literature discussions, writing prompts, and science conversations — offering students opportunities to think about who they are and how they live.
Blended Learning
Teachers at OLPH Glendale are trained in blended learning practices that support both academic challenge and flexibility. Students move through lessons working in small groups, sometimes one-on-one, often shifting between the two. This structure allows for movement, variety, and focus. Teachers make adjustments in real time, responding to what students need in the moment. Everyone stays engaged — whether working independently or alongside a teacher who knows exactly where to lean in.
Tour Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School in Glendale, AZ
See what makes OLPH Glendale a trusted choice for families in the West Valley. During your visit, you’ll experience how faith and academics come together for students from preschool through 8th grade.
Academic Overview
At OLPH Glendale, each stage of learning is built with care. The curriculum grows with the student: structured where it needs to be, flexible when it matters, and always grounded in academic excellence.
Preschool
(3-4 years old)
Preschool at OLPH Glendale is where teachers create a steady rhythm through the day — centers, prayer, songs, stories, so children feel curious and ready to learn. Our students build early literacy and numeracy skills through guided practice, while also learning how to move through a classroom community.
- Small class sizes support individualized attention
- Weekly Spanish, art, and music offer creative expression
- Faith is gently introduced through prayer and shared moments
- Motor skills and self-regulation are nurtured through hands-on activities
Kindergarten
(5 years old by August 31)
Kindergarten is a significant year: It’s a time where early academics deepen, independence builds, and social-emotional growth becomes part of the day’s learning. Teachers at OLPH Glendale take the time to support students in reading comprehension, number fluency, and classroom routines while still making space for play and imagination.
- Small class sizes (~15 students)
- Emphasis on reading, math foundations, and listening skills
- Community circles and classroom games help build friendships
- Faith is developed through daily rituals, prayers, and Mass attendance
Elementary
(Grades 1-4)
In the elementary years, students begin to take more ownership of their learning. OLPH Glendale’s curriculum strengthens core skills in reading, writing, math, and critical thinking while introducing broader research, presentations, and collaborative work. Students also take part in Sacramental preparation, which adds a meaningful spiritual layer during this stage.
- Technology use expands with iPads and skill-building apps
- Students explore problem-solving through projects and group work
- Weekly Mass, prayer, and sacrament preparation deepen faith learning
- After-school options include STEM Club, Robotics, and more
Middle School
(Grades 5-8)
Middle school students at OLPH Glendale navigate a more advanced academic structure, while continuing to be known and guided closely. Their knowledge of subjects and their sense of leadership begins to take root through faith discussions, service, and self-directed learning. STREAM education becomes more integrated with coding, engineering, and media literacy.
- 1:1 Chromebook access supports independence and digital fluency
- Faith and science intersect in classes led by Catholic educators and deacons
- Students engage in collaborative projects across subjects
- Leadership and service are built into religion, electives, and homeroom life
Family Stories
Parents notice when a school feels right — not only in grades and programs, but in how their children are cared for each day. Here, our families share their experiences of growth, connection, and community.
Take the Next Step with OLPH Glendale
Discover how our private Catholic school in Glendale, AZ supports students with academic excellence and strong values. Our admissions team is here to answer your questions, guide you through the process, and welcome your family to campus.