The following are questions we are often asked. This section will continue to grow, however, if you have any additional questions please do not hesitate to contact us or, better yet, sign up for a personal tour of our school.

• Is the Carden Day School of San Jose affiliated with any religious organization?
  
  
• How many students are currently enrolled at Carden Day School of San Jose?
  
  
• What qualifications do your teachers possess?
  
  
• Do you have Special Subject Teachers?
  
  
• How does the school communicate with parents?
  
  
• How do I track my child's progress?
  
  
• What is the teacher/student ratio?
  
  
• What is your uniform policy?
  
  
• Do you have a study hall?
  
  
• Do you have extended care?
  
  
• Is there summer school?
  
  
• What is your homework policy; how much homework might my child have each night?
  

Is the Carden Day School of San Jose affiliated with any religious organization?

While the Carden Method emphasizes high moral and ethical standards, we are a non-sectarian school. Our students come from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.

What qualifications do your teachers possess?

All our teachers are Carden accredited and attend Carden training annually.
All are college graduates, most with post graduate degrees.

Do you have Special Subject Teachers?

Special subject teachers teach French, Art, Music, Computers, Science Lab, and Physical
Education from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, with Latin added for middle
school students.

How does the school communicate with parents?

A weekly packet will be sent home with your child each Monday.

How do I track my child's progress?

We have four marking periods in the school year with report cards provided.
Conferences are held twice per year for pre-kindergarten through elementary school
students. Middle school conferences are held on an as-needed basis. Of course, we are
happy to arrange meetings with teachers or administration any time you have questions
or concerns regarding your child's progress.

What is the teacher/student ratio?

Our current teacher/student ratio is 1:7

What is your uniform policy?

Uniforms are mandatory. We have established a dress code for our students in
order to present high standards and to promote school unity.

Do you have a study hall?

A supervised study hall is provided Monday through Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.
Study hall is included in your tuition so there is no additional charge for this service.

Do you have extended care?

Extended care is available both before and after regular school hours.
Morning extended care is included in your tuition and afternoon care,
following study hall, is charged at $8.00 per hour.
Before school: 7:30am to 8:30am
After school and study hall: 4:30pm to 6:00pm

Is there summer school?

Each child is given a summer reading list at the close of the school year for
individual study and enjoyment. Academic summer school will be held each
August for two weeks. There will be a one-week break between academic summer
school and the first day of Fall classes. This is an excellent chance to prepare for the
upcoming year and, although is only mandatory for new students, is highly
recommended for all students.

What is your homework policy; how much homework might my child have each night?

The purpose of homework at Carden Day School of San Jose is to reinforce
material learned throughout the day and to teach organizational and time
management skills. Homework begins the second semester of 1st Grade and
continues throughout 8th Grade. Time required will vary for each child and grows
as the child matures. Generally, the younger students will have approximately
30 minutes of work with the oldest children given two-plus hours each night.
We believe strongly that homework is the responsibility of the child and each
will be given the direction he or she needs to complete assignments without
parental supervision.