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Playa del Rey is proud to be A-Rated by the Arizona Department of Education!
![Playa del Rey Elementary School student smiling sitting at their desk with their laptop open]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762190333/gilbertschoolsnet/jxggi0mnsaafhbivfquo/PlayadelRey-Kindergarten.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762190333/gilbertschoolsnet/jxggi0mnsaafhbivfquo/PlayadelRey-Kindergarten.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762190333/gilbertschoolsnet/jxggi0mnsaafhbivfquo/PlayadelRey-Kindergarten.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762190333/gilbertschoolsnet/jxggi0mnsaafhbivfquo/PlayadelRey-Kindergarten.png","width":1200}])
Take a look inside Playa del Rey Elementary and learn about our Sun Kings Family and kindergarten options.
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Playa del Rey offers both conventional and accelerated classrooms from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. In accelerated subjects are taught at an accelerated pace with skills and concepts and a variety of approved materials that enrich the learning experience. This is designed to provide a challenging and supportive learning environment for students with strong academic abilities and motivation to learn.
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Playa del Rey offers two different GPS preschool programs located on our campus. Playa del Rey has Advantage Preschool for children 3-5 years old, and Building Blocks Preschool for children 3 & 4 years old.
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Take a look inside Playa del Rey Elementary and learn about our Sun King Family. We offer both conventional classrooms utilizing the district curriculum and accelerated classrooms K-6 where students can work at an accelerated pace with additional enrichment so you can find the right fit for your child and family.
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We offer Chess Club, Running Club, Student Council, Jump Rope, Yearbook, Volleyball, and Drama Club.
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VIK means Very Important Kids. We offer AZCase-accredited and licensed by the Department of Health Services through the State of Arizona Before and After School Programs available to GPS families.
Sun King Announcements
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about Labor Day - No School
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about Playa del Rey Elementary 2026 Bond Information (opens in new window/tab)
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about Away for the Day - Student Cell Phone Use
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about Tax Credit Contributions (opens in new window/tab)
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Playa del Rey News & Events
Sun Kings News
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Gilbert Public Schools is launching ParentSquare as our new district-wide communication platform in January 2026. Your school has been selected to participate in our district pilot, which will begin in October 2025 and will include: Mesquite High, Mesquite Junior High, Settler’s Point Elementary, Playa del Rey Elementary, Gilbert Elementary, and Burk Elementary.
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about Here Today, Ready for Tomorrow
![In the foreground, students are seated on stools and chairs in a classroom, while in the background, a teacher stands near a whiteboard with other students observing.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1788388272/gilbertschoolsnet/eskpx4ttvb1yjhwf723y/ClubsActivitiesGOLDSquare.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1788388272/gilbertschoolsnet/eskpx4ttvb1yjhwf723y/ClubsActivitiesGOLDSquare.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1788388272/gilbertschoolsnet/eskpx4ttvb1yjhwf723y/ClubsActivitiesGOLDSquare.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1788388272/gilbertschoolsnet/eskpx4ttvb1yjhwf723y/ClubsActivitiesGOLDSquare.png","width":1080}])
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about Has Your Student Signed Up for a Club or Extracurriculars this Year?
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about Governing Board Brief - August 25, 2026
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about Actions with Academic: GPS commits to an increased number of Gifted-endorsed teachers to support advanced learners
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about 30th Annual Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Community Excellence Awards - Nominations Open
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about Governing Board Brief - August 11, 2026
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about GPS Operations Team Prepares Campuses for a Safe and Inspiring School Year
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about GPS Celebrates Over 400 Volunteers at "Camp VNET"
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about Governing Board Brief - July 21, 2026