Cadence Education

Cadence Academy Preschool, 8800 N Gainey Center Dr, #300, Scottsdale, AZ 85258

mapCadence Academy Preschool, 8800 N Gainey Center Dr, #300, Scottsdale, AZ 85258

About

Cadence Education operates private preschools and elementary schools that offer Infant Care, Toddler Care, Preschool, Pre-K and Kindergarten Club, Private Kindergarten, School-Age Programs, Elementary Schools, Summer Programs, Montessori Schools, Reggio Emilia, Language Immersion, and Faith-Based programs. The program also offers traditional before and after school programs at many of its schools for children in the school-age range, as well as in-person support for virtual learning. Cadence Education uses a skills-based curriculum that is described as proven and prepares children for Kindergarten and beyond, and two thirds of its students tested at an advanced readiness level for Kindergarten.

• Ages: 0–12 years old

Cadence Education has been in business for more than 30 years and is described as one of the premier early childhood educators in the United States, with more than 300 private preschools and elementary schools across the country. The organization states that it has developed expertise in preparing students to thrive in elementary school and beyond, and its Private Elementary Schools provide educational experiences that are not available at public schools. The leadership team includes Leigh-Ellen Louie (Chief Executive Officer), Greg Iverson (Chief Financial Officer), Lori Sundberg (Chief Human Resources Officer), Sara Regan (General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer), Anne Berger (Chief Marketing Officer), Tammi Rice (Chief Operations Officer), and Zach Abdorrahimzadeh (Chief Development Officer).

Cadence Education’s mission statement says it is dedicated to creating bright futures for all by ensuring safety and exceptional care and education for children, providing peace of mind for families, fostering a kind and supportive environment that promotes growth for employees, and contributing to the communities it serves in a meaningful and positive way. The organization states that it is dedicated to contributing to the communities it serves in a meaningful and positive way. Cadence Education believes that each child is unique and should be cared for, taught, and supported to thrive in his or her own way, and its schools encourage open communications between school and home.

The “Birds of Flight” logo represents how Cadence Education approaches early childhood education, with four birds symbolizing exceptional education, fun-filled days, nurturing environments, and meaningful communications. The name Cadence Education reflects a belief that children thrive when they can explore in an environment that guides them with a dependable rhythm or pattern. The program describes its signature colors as neutral, warm tones that represent the calm and homelike environment of its schools, and it states that its schools provide homelike environments that reduce tension and make it easier for children to transition from home to school. Cadence Education also states that it provides parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place described as as nurturing as home.

Last updated January 17, 2026.

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