Warm.
Curious.
Capable.
Early Childhood Education
At Carden Conejo, we believe that the early years are a magical time of discovery, growth, and joy. Our Early Childhood Program offers a nurturing and structured environment where young children feel safe, loved, and inspired to explore the world around them. Through engaging activities and compassionate guidance, we foster a lifelong love of learning, helping each child to blossom with confidence and curiosity.
Planting the Seeds
Each day in our Early Childhood Program is a joyful journey filled with discovery, laughter, and learning. Our classrooms are alive with curiosity and care—spaces where young children feel safe, seen, and excited to grow. We provide the gentle structure little learners need, wrapped in warmth and encouragement, allowing them to develop essential skills while building confidence and joy in learning.
Our program is offered five days per week to provide consistency, community, and rich opportunities for development.
What Makes Carden Conejo’s Early Childhood Program So Special:
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Small class sizes (no more than 12 children per teacher), with a dedicated assistant in every room
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A nurturing, calm, and structured environment that supports every child’s emotional and intellectual growth
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Loving classrooms that encourage wonder, focus, and imagination
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Activities designed to grow perception, mental imagery, and strong thinking skills
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Daily opportunities to expand vocabulary and expressive language
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Gentle emphasis on kindness, manners, and social awareness
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Support for attention span and sequential thinking through playful, purposeful routines
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A deeply experienced and compassionate teaching team who cherish each child
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Optional before- and after-care play programs available for added convenience
Our balanced days include indoor and outdoor play, joyful movement, and instruction in French, art, and music. We weave early literacy, math, fine motor skills, and spatial awareness into daily routines in ways that feel natural and fun. Rooted in the time-honored Carden Method, our program nurtures the whole child—mind, heart, and spirit.
All of our teachers are trained by Master Teachers through the Carden Educational Foundation, and every member of our team is chosen for their warmth, patience, and dedication to helping children thrive.
At Carden Conejo, learning is just the beginning—we nurture more than minds, guiding each child to grow into their brightest, most beautiful self with purpose, wonder, and love.
Class Offerings:
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Preschool – Designed for children who are 3 years old and ready for a gentle, play-based introduction to school
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Pre-Kindergarten – For 4-year-olds, offering a balance of structured learning and joyful exploration to prepare for kindergarten
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Transitional Kindergarten (TK) – A thoughtful bridge for children who would benefit from an extra year of growth before beginning full-day kindergarten
