A Purple Star School

Military Families

We understand the unique challenges of serving in the military while raising a family. As a Purple Star School, St. Peter's is committed to supporting military-connected children — with staff and programs that steady them through school transitions and deployments.

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Purple Star School

Arizona's first Montessori school recognized as a Purple Star School.

5.9 miles from Luke AFB

Conveniently located at 400 S. Old Litchfield Rd, Litchfield Park.

10% + 5% tuition discount

For active-duty military families — details below.

Built for a mobile life

The Montessori way benefits military households

A seamless transfer

As an AMI-Recognized school with AMI-trained guides, learning is individualized and true to the original pedagogy — so a child who moves can pick up right where they left off at another Montessori school.

Confidence & resilience

Hands-on materials and guides who meet each child where they are cultivate self-motivation, confidence, and resilience — lifelong attributes that travel with your family.

A true community

We foster collaboration and problem-solving, instilling compassion and unity — so a new student makes friends and belongs quickly.

From our Purple Star recognition and military-family community.

Purple Star ribbon-cutting ceremony inside the church sanctuary with community leaders and military family members

Military service member in flight suit with spouse and young daughter smiling at the celebration

Military family celebrating together in front of a purple and gold balloon arch

Military family discount

Supporting those who serve

Children of one or more full-time active-duty military parents — whose tuition is not subsidized by a government entity — are eligible for a tuition discount.

10% off for your first child · 5% off for each additional child

Patriotic events

More than 10% of our students are military-connected. Throughout the year we honor our military families and veterans — with a tribute at our annual Fall Festival, a dedicated gratitude activity, and other events. Everyone in our community is welcome to celebrate with us.

Mentorship program

Students who exemplify our values of community, grace, and inclusion are invited to become trained mentors — welcoming new children and easing their transition to St. Peter's.

Resources for Military Families