Transitional Kindergarten
A Bridge Year with Heart
Transitional Kindergarten at Carden Conejo is the perfect blend of structure and play for five-year-olds who benefit from one more year to grow before kindergarten. In our calm, joyful classrooms, children build confidence, strengthen early academic skills, and develop the social-emotional maturity they need to soar in elementary school.
What a Day Feels Like
Children arrive with growing independence and enthusiasm. The day begins with welcoming routines, songs, and group activities that set a positive tone. TK students engage in hands-on learning, creative exploration, and outdoor adventures that support both academic and personal growth.
Whether working with a small group on reading readiness or leading their peers in a class job, children are encouraged to express themselves, solve problems, and connect meaningfully with others. Every day is filled with discovery, community, and purpose
What We Focus On
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Building Early Literacy
Letters, sounds, stories, and songs help children develop strong listening skills and a love for reading and language -
Hands-On Math Play
Through games, manipulatives, and visual models, children explore numbers, patterns, and early problem-solving in a playful, concrete way. -
Discovery & Exploration
Science and nature come alive through hands-on experiments, sensory play, and asking curious questions about the world around them. -
Kindness & Community
Children practice being part of a group—taking turns, solving problems, showing empathy, and growing as classroom citizens. -
Creative Arts & Expression
Music, dance, drawing, storytelling, and pretend play help children express feelings, ideas, and creativity with confidence. -
Growing Confidence & Independence
Daily routines, responsibilities, and gentle encouragement build resilience, self-help skills, and pride in “doing it myself!”
A Gentle Rhythm
Transitional Kindergarten at Carden Conejo is the perfect blend of structure and play for five-year-olds who benefit from one more year to grow before kindergarten. In our calm, joyful classrooms, children build confidence, strengthen early academic skills, and develop the social-emotional maturity they need to soar in elementary school.
Sample Daily Schedule
Meet the Teacher
Marie David
Miss Marie David has been a dedicated educator at Carden Conejo since 2000, bringing over two decades of experience in early childhood education and behavioral care. She holds multiple certifications, including Child Psychology, Behavioral Care (Autism), and CPR/First Aid, and is known for leading engaging enrichment programs like hands-on science classes and seasonal camps. Miss David is passionate about creating joyful, nurturing learning environments and believes wholeheartedly in the power of connection and growth through education.
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Student Arrival
8:00 am - 8:30 am • Children ease into the day with free play, gentle greetings, and familiar classroom routines. -
Morning Meeting & Circle Time
8:00 am - 8:30 am • Children ease into the day with free play, gentle greetings, and familiar classroom routines. -
Learning Centers & Playful Exploration
8:00 am - 8:30 am • Children ease into the day with free play, gentle greetings, and familiar classroom routines. -
Snack & Social Time
8:00 am - 8:30 am • Children ease into the day with free play, gentle greetings, and familiar classroom routines. -
Outdoor Adventures
8:00 am - 8:30 am • Children ease into the day with free play, gentle greetings, and familiar classroom routines. -
Creative Time (Art, Music, or Discovery)
8:00 am - 8:30 am • Children ease into the day with free play, gentle greetings, and familiar classroom routines. -
Closing Circle & Goodbye Songs
8:00 am - 8:30 am • Children ease into the day with free play, gentle greetings, and familiar classroom routines.
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