Carden Conservatory Preschool is where the joy of learning begins. Located on our campus at 5702 Clark Drive in Huntington Beach, our preschool offers a warm, nurturing environment where children ages two through five develop the academic foundations, social confidence, and personal character that will serve them for a lifetime.
Our preschool is guided by the same whole-child philosophy that defines the Carden Conservatory experience — one that values curiosity, kindness, creativity, and thoughtful instruction in equal measure. Small class sizes mean every child is truly seen and known. Our dedicated faculty brings expertise, patience, and genuine love for early childhood education to every single day.
From the earliest circle time to our enrichment programs in music, Spanish, and art, preschool at Carden Conservatory is designed to make children feel capable, confident, and excited to learn.
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Up to 6:00 p.m
Included — provided morning and afternoon
Our Two Year-Old Program is a gentle, play-centered introduction to the school experience. Taught by Ms. Elayna Shaw, this program helps our youngest learners build social skills, develop early language and number awareness, and begin the routines that lay the groundwork for preschool success — all in a safe, loving, and joyful environment.
Potty training is fully supported within the daily schedule, so families can feel confident that their child’s individual needs are met with care and patience throughout the day.
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Up to 6:00 p.m
Included — served at 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
The Two Year-Old day is structured to balance learning, movement, and rest in a rhythm that works for toddlers. Each day includes circle time, letter and number exploration, music (every day), art, Spanish (Mondays), outdoor play, lunch, and a midday nap. The full daily schedule is as follows:
Arrival and Morning Center Activities
Clean-Up / Group Time (songs or books)
Snack
Potty Training / Diaper Change
Circle Time
Learning Letters or Numbers
Music (daily)
Art / Spanish (Mondays)
Potty Training / Diaper Change
Outdoor Time
Lunch
Potty Training / Diaper Change
Nap
Wake-Up / Potty Training
Snack / Indoor Centers
Outdoor Time
Indoor Centers / Quiet Time
The Pre-Primary Program serves children who are ready to move beyond the toddler experience and begin building real academic and social skills. In a structured yet playful environment, Pre-Primary students grow as communicators, thinkers, and members of a classroom community. Each day blends early literacy, math concepts, creative arts, and physical activity — building confidence and competence in equal measure.
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Up to 6:00 p.m
Included daily
Pre-Primary students engage in a rich daily program that includes early reading and language development, foundational math skills, music, Spanish, art, physical education, and outdoor exploration. Lessons are designed to be engaging and hands-on, meeting children where they are and guiding them steadily forward.
Please contact our office for the complete Pre-Primary daily schedule and curriculum details.
Junior Kindergarten is designed for children who are approaching Kindergarten readiness and need one more year of preparation before making that leap. It is a full, enriching program in its own right — not simply a waiting room for Kindergarten. JK students develop the academic skills, emotional maturity, and social confidence they need to thrive when they enter Kindergarten, whether at Carden Conservatory or elsewhere.
At Carden Conservatory, we evaluate Kindergarten readiness based on the whole child — emotional readiness, academic ability, stamina, and development — rather than birth date alone. Junior Kindergarten is a natural and valuable part of that continuum.
7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Up to 6:00 p.m
Included daily
Junior Kindergarten students follow a structured daily schedule that introduces them to core academic concepts in reading, writing, phonics, and mathematics, alongside enrichment in music, Spanish, art and physical education. The curriculum mirrors the rigor and warmth of the Carden Method — clear, sequential, and always centered on genuine understanding, rather than rote memorization.
Please contact our office for the complete Junior Kindergarten daily schedule and curriculum details.
