Carden Hall Elementary & Junior High School

Children are not prepared for math at the public school when they graduate. Ridiculous to spend so much money just to keep them in a protective bubble.
--Submitted by a parent

I am a former student, having graduated in 2004. I loved this place, what with Mr. Jones and the same crowd for 9 years. While there, I wasn't all that social but that hardly mattered as the caliber of the students led to a student body of intelligent, thoughtful kids who were accepting of all. I am returning for my second year of college in a few weeks and would like to say that I have never and shall never review my high school, Mater Dei HS. That is not because it is not good. It is because what I learned and took away from Carden is that much better. There is a reason that I returned there today to pick-up a sweatshirt: I have so many great memories. Note: Academics are solid, but math and science need a bit more to them. Nevertheless, they're still good.
--Submitted by a student

Carden Hall is a really great school. It's great that you stay with the same group of people for all 10 years; you really get to know eachother and bond. the uniforms are nice to have because in the early moring rush of getting ready, you know what you're going to wear, so you just put it on! Another reason I love my school is because we aren't given homework until 4th grade which is really nice.
--Submitted by a student

We have both of our children at this school. One is in 2nd grade, the other in JP (Kindergarten). Both enjoy the school. Academically, the school is very good, especially in language, art et al. Science and math is a little bit of a weak point in the early grades, but we are told it gets more demanding in higher grades. The BIG plus of this school is the focus on manners, morals and ethics. Overall, most of the older students I have met are well rounded and a joy to communicate with. Overall a GREAT school.
--Submitted by a parent

Carden Hall lays a stronge foundation but the classes are too small, the uniform and all around rules are WAY to strict! We are kids not military school aplicants! And the principal, Mr. Jones, needs to retire! I swear, this school doesn't think we are in the 21st century! If your planning on putting your kid there, think again.
--Submitted by a student

Carden Hall is an exceptional school. The curriculum is well developed and emphasizes on reading and writing. French is introduced and taught beginning of Kindergarten (Junior Primary). Music and PE are integrated into the students' daily activities. Beyond great academics, Carden Hall teachers and administrators instill social values and personal character to the students. Our daughter is currently a first grader, and the two years she has been at Carden Hall, we have seen her blossom.
--Submitted by a parent

We have been quite impressed by Carden Hall. Our daughter is in her second year there (1st grade) and we believe her experience is worth every penny. The curriculum is core-knowledge, classics. Our daughter's singing songs every day at home that she has learned in her daily music class. It is a structured environment, but within that structure it is safe and nurturing for her, and she's happy to go to school.
--Submitted by a parent

This school is stellar! Learning meets character building and respect. The daily learning experience consists of seperating into 3 groups, each for a different learning style and teaching new concepts to 4 or 5 students at a time. So far, we have been more than pleased with our education there.
--Submitted by a parent

This school is absolutely incredible. Carden Hall is a great environment for any student. The teachers actually care about their students' needs. The class size is wonderful, never more than twenty. The uniforms keep the student reserved with their ensemble, yet their are freedoms. Carden Hall is an overall acedemically strong and ethicly incredible. I should know, I went there.
--Submitted by a parent

Carden Hall is a well run, classic institution. The academics are solid and the level of knowledge is deep. The children are well disciplined and learn manners, respect, and ethics. The environment is highly structured, which may not fit the needs of every child. The class rooms are orderly and quiet. The programs include music, French, and PE daily. The children are taught in a loving but firm environment. This is a great school that I highly recommend, but note that some students may not fit the structured environment. One of my children loved it, one did not.
--Submitted by a parent