Frequently Asked Questions

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1. How many students are in a typical Carden School of Sacramento classroom?
Class sizes range from 16 to 20 children per class.

2. How long has Carden School of Sacramento been in business?
Carden School of Sacramento opened in September of 1971.

3. Does Carden School of Sacramento offer a hot lunch program?
Hot lunches are provided by an independent catering company for an additional fee.  You may choose meals on a monthly lunch menu.

4. Is Carden School of Sacramento like a current day Montessori program?
No, Carden School of Sacramento's academic program is structured and led by the teacher. It is not play-based and student-led.

5. Do Carden School of Sacramento students wear uniforms?
Carden School students (pre-kindergarten through eighth) wear uniforms five days a week. On Spirit Days, free dress is allowed.

6. Does Carden School of Sacramento offer before and after school child care?
Yes, childcare is available from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. during the school year.

7. Where do Carden School of Sacramento students continue their education after eighth grade graduation?
The majority of Carden School of Sacramento graduates are choosing to attend St. Francis, Jesuit, Loretto, Christian Brothers, Mira Loma, Rio Americana, and El Camino High Schools.

8. Does Carden School of Sacramento participate in inter mural sports programs?
Carden School of Sacramento students (boys and girls) may choose to play basketball, volleyball, and flag football with the Mission Oaks Park District league, or the Sunrise Park and Recreation District.