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Carden Academy Of Whittier

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

9920 Mills Avenue, Whittier, CA 90604

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
1
Complaint visits
0
Last visit
7/24/2024
Total visits
4

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

Carden Academy of Whittier educates preschool through eighth grade students since 1964 using the curriculum and teaching methodology developed by Mae Carden. The school offers open enrollment, recently opened new junior high facilities, and provides a six-week summer program.

Philosophy
Life is a joy, and so should be learning.
Ages served
Preschool through eighth grade

Programs

  • •Preschool program
  • •Junior high program
  • •Summer program (six weeks)

Highlights

  • ✓Part of 90+ Carden schools nationwide
  • ✓Established since 1964
  • ✓New junior high facilities
  • ✓Open enrollment

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