All Are Welcome

At Paul Laurence Dunbar Institute we welcome and encourage PreK-8 students from across Phoenix to join us! Our principal and staff provide a safe and caring learning environment for every student. We celebrate diversity and acceptance. Students may attend dunbar even if they do not live within our boundaries, as long as space exists in our classrooms. From time to time our classrooms may be full; however, we look forward to finding the perfect classroom fit for you. We invite you to come grow with us by enrolling your child as a member of the Paul Laurence Dunbar Institute learning community.

Building Strong Foundations

Paul Laurence Dunbar Institute prekindergarten through grade eight students are focused and successful. Students experience an engaging, interactive, and collaborative approach to the curriculum. They receive instruction grounded in the Arizona Standards with a strong foundation in reading, writing, language arts, science, and mathematics.

Strong Learners in a Community of Growth

As a community of learners, Paul Laurence Dunbar Institute students strive toward exemplary status. dunbar students are motivated, accountable, and responsible for their own learning with the support of highly qualified staff that helps students develop to their full potential. Our community recognizes the promise of every child. Our students are poised for success, leaving with work habits and knowledge vital for achievement in global society.

Academics

Paul Laurence Dunbar Institute K-8 students are focused on the skills needed in the 21st Century including – Communication, Collaboration, Creativity & Critical Thinking. The rigorous academics at the school are grounded in the Arizona Standards with a strong foundation in reading, writing, language arts and mathematics.

Extracurricular Activities

Paul Laurence Dunbar Institute students will also receive quality instruction in social studies, music, arts and physical education. We have implemented numerous programs to ensure our students achieve academically while developing character and discipline. From our unprecedented after school programs to our approach to balanced literacy, bullying prevention, and parent involvement, we are covering every topic to ensure our students are performing academically, building strong minds and bodies, and learning in a safe and structured environment. We offer:

• 21st Century Learning – Collaboration, Creativity, Communication, Critical Thinking
• Great academics
• Art, Music & Physical Education
• Highly qualified teachers
• Nurse & Social Worker
• A safe, happy learning environment
• Free full-day Kindergarten
• Free after school care for students of working parents
• Free breakfast & lunch
• No tuition or hidden costs
• Family engagement opportunities
• Athletics for Grades 5-8

Learn more about our Academic & Extracurricular Programs.

Enroll in dunbar!

We invite you to enroll at Paul Laurence Dunbar Institute as we open doors and opportunities for each and every student! 

How to Enroll