Welcome to Patterson Elementary

Our mission is to nurture a generation of globally conscious good humans who have the skills to help change the world.

Here at Patterson, we expect our students to learn by doing. Critical thinking, perseverance and a growth mindset will set our students up for a brighter future. You can expect your student to be actively engaged in their learning and a part of the process in the mastery of concepts. This is accomplished by cultivating positive relationships with ALL students and ensuring support for the whole child, including social/emotional well being. We pride ourselves by not only advocating for your child but inviting you onto our campus to be a part of the learning. Together, we can offer a wonderful, world-class education for EVERY student who walks through the door.

We are proud to be an A-Rated School by the Arizona Department of Education.

Proud to be an International Baccalaureate candidate school.

Candidacy Statement

Patterson Elementary School is a Candidate School* for the Primary Years Programme. This school is pursuing authorization as an IB School. These are schools that share a common philosophy—a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that Patterson believes is important for our students.

*Only schools authorized by the IB Organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme, or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted. For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org

IB Mission Statement

The International Baccalaureate® aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.

To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.

These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.