What our Parents Say

"I've never encountered a school staff who had the same goals and ideas as I have... Thank you just doesn't seem to be enough..."
-Heritage Oak Parent

"When I enrolled Kevin..., not only could he not read or write; he was barely capable of saying a complete sentence. Your excellence in teaching has given him a foundation for exceeding in everything he chooses."
-Heritage Oak Parent

"My daughter has been a student at Heritage Oak since October 1993. The change in my daughter personally and academically has been phenomenal. Being a Carden graduate, I was aware of the quality of education of education a Carden school would provide; H.O.P.E. school has not let me down. The staff at H.O.P.E. school are all dedicated to seeing these children succeed at whatever they may attempt to do both in the classroom and out."
-Heritage Oak Parent

"So many [children] today seem to lack the values and social skills that are taught as a way of life at [H.O.P.E.]. Carden is turning out children that we, as parents, are proud to call our own!"
-Ron and Dail Deitrick

"Normally, a school administrator hears only the BAD news. We think they need the GOOD news too. Recently, a group of students from your school visited Mission San Juan Capistrano, and we want to commend them on their behavior while on the Mission grounds; and for their interest in the historical area they were visiting. Our congratulations to you, your teachers and the students for the fine example displayed to our Docents and staff."
-Richard F. Landy, Director of Tourism

"My experience with your school has been outstanding. Priya has grown into a more beautiful, intelligent young girl having the mannerism, grace and inquisitiveness for learning under various teachers at the school."
-Heritage Oak Parent

"My son, now 22, was diagnosed at 2 as 'hyperkinetic' and learning disabled. I was told he would probably never read. Well, after Carden educated him for 6 years, he tested in high school in the 80th percentile! ...He's now in the fourth year of the Navy -- and reading is still his refuge and pleasure. Our heartfelt thanks to Carden for your patience and perseverance."
-Heritage Oak Parent

"Charles and I would like to thank both you and your wonderful staff for providing Karyn with such an excellent educational background in the basic skills. The cultural experiences which she was exposed to also helped to expand her horizons and education."
-Heritage Oak Parent

"...I had a class from your school visit the Fullerton Police Department for a tour of our facility. I have to tell you, your group was a real pleasure. I have never had a better group of boys and girls. Everyone was on their best behavior... Later, I received several phone calls asking me what school these [children] attended because they were so well behaved. You surely have reason to be proud of your students."
-Juanita Juarez

Community Service Officer "Thank you very much. Carden is a very well organized and managed school I would recommend to all families with children."
-Heritage Oak Parent

"Your dedication to giving the children a well-rounded art education is very much appreciated by us. We want to thank you for instilling in the children this confidence and sense of self worth through your classes. You are often quoted here at home, 'Never say you can't do it.' "
-Heritage Oak Parent

"Both of us have been more than pleased with the Carden program and the progress Jennifer has made under it. We will continue to be enthusiastic supporters of the school and certainly will recommend it to anybody in search of an excellent private school."
-Heritage Oak Parent

"I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your dedicated staff for doing such a great job of educating our children. You have succeeded where many others fail by having a school full of well motivated children who understand routine and order but are also clearly happy in their learning environment. "
-Heritage Oak Parent

"I am impressed with your school's leadership program and its emphasis on strong ethical values. Your school is an example of education at its finest. Thank you for the wonderful opportunity to visit your school and talk with its students."
-Molly McClanahan, Mayor, Fullerton

"I would like to tell you about the positive impact Heritage Oak Private Elementary has had on my child. In a time where schools are focusing on only the basic learning skills, H.O.P.E. continues to provide a broader scope of teaching for my child's success. H.O.P.E. Provides an environment where manners and respect are expected... H.O.P.E. has a well-rounded curriculum... H.O.P.E. teaches the basic curriculum in small groups that have similar needs. They also teach children to work independently to allow each child to reach his or her own levels of achievement... H.O.P.E. is providing the education that will assist my child in learning throughout his life."
-Heritage Oak Parent