Life is a joy, so should be learning

Miss Mae Carden

Life is a joy, so should be learning

Miss Mae Carden

Confident Learners Compassionate Leaders

For over 54 years, Carden Conejo School has proudly served families from the Conejo Valley and surrounding communities, offering an enriching, non-sectarian education for students in preschool through fifth grade. Small class sizes, rigorous academics, and specialist teachers in each K—5 subject area ensure that each student is challenged and supported. Guided by the core values of respect, integrity, and kindness, Carden cultivates strong character, confidence, and a sense of purpose in each child. Children become compassionate, thoughtful, and responsible individuals who make a positive difference in the world.

Mission and Core Values

How to foster a community that values integrity and respects each individual's uniqueness?

The education of each child is a partnership among the child, the teacher, and the parent.  We stress the personal growth of each girl and boy academically and through the development of core values, which will enable her or him to become responsible community members.
NEWS

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106 W. Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
early childhood

The Early Childhood program provides a safe and nurturing environment for a child’s first educational experiences.

At Carden Conejo, we believe the early years should be filled with warmth, purpose, and joyful discovery. In our nurturing and structured environment, children feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow through hands-on exploration, imaginative play, and engaging activities that build confidence, curiosity, and lifelong skills.

Elementary school

The Carden curriculum inspires confidence and a love of learning.

Our teachers use time-honored teaching methods and a thoughtful, hands-on approach to inspire young minds in a supportive and engaging environment.
Through programs like Singapore Math, FOSS Science, Art, Music, Theater, French, Technology, Daily PE, and Public Speaking.
Middle School

Carden Conejo School is thrilled to announce the expansion of our exceptional program

After nearly 55 years of dedicated educational leadership in the Conejo Valley, Carden Conejo School is thrilled to announce the expansion of our exceptional program to include a middle school, set to open for the 2026-2027 school year.
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carden conejo curriculum

Confident Minds, Lifelong Learning

World-Class Singapore Math

Using a world-class, concept-based approach, students build deep mathematical understanding through problem-solving, model drawing, and hands-on learning.

Science – Foss

Through hands-on exploration and inquiry-based learning, students investigate scientific concepts, solve problems, and deepen their understanding of the world around them.

Computer Studies & Technology

Students build digital fluency from an early age—learning keyboarding, research, and productivity tools while applying technology to creative, collaborative classroom projects.

Foreign Language

Beginning in Primary School, students build fluency and grammar skills in French—gaining confidence as they connect meaning between French and English.

Language arts

A time-tested approach that builds strong foundational skills in reading, writing, and public speaking—while nurturing a love of language through classic literature and poetry.

Music

Through singing, rhythm, instruments, and music appreciation, students build foundational skills and develop a lifelong love for music—one grade, one instrument, one joyful note at a time.

Art

Students build confidence and creativity through weekly hands-on projects while exploring influential artists, techniques, and styles from throughout history.

Physical Education

Daily P.E. builds strength, coordination, and sportsmanship through structured skill-building, team games, and fitness challenges tailored to each age level.

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Empowering Learning with Confidence