Have two children attending Carden Conservatory since Preschool. The school's recent changes are positive, forward steps. The new owner, Mr. Hunt, is professional and forthright. The new teachers joining the staff since last years, Ms. Vasquez, Ms. Johnson, Ms. Chapman..., are energetic, capable,
... Read more and very caring. The small class sizes provide students with plenty attention and one-on-one interaction with teachers. We ve been very pleased to see our kids and other students master the subjects of reading, mathematics, language arts, science... In standard tests, such as Stanford Achievement Test Series, the Carden Conservatory average students consistently score in upper quartile and achieve 2 or more grade levels above national peers. Like any parents, we all want a school environment where our kids can excel academically and socially. We are keeping close tap on Carden Conservatory, but are more than willing to give it a chance to be a great school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/15/09
My grand daughter has been at Carden since Kindergarten. With few exceptions, she has had wonderful, caring teachers who got to know her and how best to teach her. My interactions with staff have been positive and supportive. While Carden may lack the fancy high-tech stuff that local public schools
... Read more can afford, the small class size and the close working relationship between students and teachers is far more valuable. I am a retired public school teacher. 35 students in a class and an electronic white board do not result in better education; 8 students in a class and plenty of one-to-one time with a teacher do result in better education. The new teachers hired last year and this year have brought a new spirit and a greater commitment to academics. The director is dynamic and professional. Carden is once again a great place for students. Read less
Posted by a other on 10/06/09
We are so glad we left Carden! First of all I am very pleased with the public school we are going to! To the previous person who wrote we will be back you could not be further from the truth! This is what Carden Lacks and what the public schools offer! Public school: has a professional musician for
... Read more their music teacher (whom has a doctorate!) Whom has credential too! Carden no! Public School: Art teacher has a Masters in Art, not to mention the kids really do artwork! They will be doing clay pottery on a wheel, they will be doing the acclaimed 'Meet the Masters' program. Carden no! (1/2 hr of drawing or coloring is not suffice!) Public Schools have SMARTBOARDS in every classroom, Carden no! Carden lacks, in technology & academics, especially for gifted students. At Carden there is no accountability, in Public School there is and its publicized. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/09/09
My children have been at Carden for five years. We have been very happy. We love the close net community at the school. The education standards at Carden a well above that at the public schools. Carden has hired several highly degreed and young teachers with great enthusiasm. Carden has a fantastic
... Read more art, music, theater and academic program. Both my children are above average and the public school is not able to provide their educational needs. I look forward to the 2009-2010 school year at Carden and I know that after people see what the public schools are providing this year, they will be back. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/27/09
I had a child in the preschool and will not be returning as well. I admit I was not thrilled about it however; I knew it was only temporary. My child went to other academic preschools before and they always sent his work home everyday (proof that they did work with him) as well as let me know
... Read more what they were working on so I could follow through at home; this school only sends stuff home at the end of the month. Why? It makes no sense because when I asked him when did you do this... he could not remember! He was always happy to leave and never wanted to be left! I should have listened to him earlier. The preschool is run more like a 'daycare' then an 'academic preschool' Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/28/09
I am sick to my stomach to think how much money I sunk into this school. I did a recent tour of the public school systems and was amazed to see how much these public school kids had in comparison. I don't blame the director; I think he tried to the best of his ability to make things better. I do blame
... Read more the teachers for letting their egos get the better of them. The school was great when we first started; so with that said, even though public schools have shrinking budgets, I'm comforted to know that the staff and faculty will be held accountable to measurable standards and not the mere dollar. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/27/09
I was afraid to leave a less than positive comment, because I felt that everyone would know who I was. However after seeing that others are unsatisfied as well. I feel that I should. We have left the school as well. I never thought we would. I have volunteered thoughout the school years and I have really
... Read more seen a decline in the last couple of years. They really need to raise the standards, both in teacher quality and leadership. They did start with hiring some new teachers last year, they were great. They just need more of them. Because I did volunteer so much I was too embarrassed to let the office know that we would not be returning. They do need a better math program, art program, reading program. Better after school program too. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/26/09
My child will not be returning to Carden. I am displeased with the Math program as well as the lack of a science program. This school is too expensive for the program your child gets. I went to a public school to compare and I was very pleased with their standards. The Carden Spelling is lacking
... Read more compared to my local public school standards. Carden doesn't have enough students which leaves my childs social skills and friendships with next to nothing. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/24/09
My husband and I have pulled our child out of this school. The school has downsized drastically. We had hoped that with the new owner; the few new teachers he hired last year, there would be change. Please think carefully before you enroll your child. Carefully go over the learning
... Read more materials, which are old and outdated, ask to speak with the teachers-they should be warm and friendly yet nurturing. Not cold and mechanical. Dont forget to ask how many children are actually enrolled in the school. Really do you homework and check the school go several times, check out different teachers. Ask to see the 'carden books' Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/23/09
This is my sons first year at carden. He has never taken Spanish before yet he was in Spanish class with the rest of his classmates who have taken Spanish for many years. Thankfully the Spanish teacher understood and has worked with the both of us and now my son feels comfortable with his Spanish class.
... Read more I am very please with his English teacher too! He is willing to work with the parents and the students. He will even work after school wtih your child! I am very happy and my son has adjusted to his new school! I am very pleased with my choice to move him out of public school and into Carden Conservatory! Read less
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Huntington Beach schools — Carden Conservatory School is located at 5702 Clark Dr, Huntington Beach CA 92649. 5702 Clark Dr is in the 92649 ZIP code in Huntington Beach, CA Carden Conservatory School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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