St Peter Claver Preschool & Kindergarten

Our Story

St. Peter Claver Parish was established in 1972, serving the southeastern corner of Ventura County and Santa Susana. Father James McKeon served as pastor for 19 years, and in the early days of the parish, Mass was held in Fr. Jim's living room in the priest's residence on Pittman Street before moving to our current parish center. In 1996, shortly before Fr. Jim's passing in 1999, Fr. Dennis Mongrain blessed the ground for a new church. By 1998, after more than 23 years of Masses, sacraments, and celebrations in our parish center, our permanent church was dedicated. In 2007-2008, Monsignor Gary Bauler led the way in the construction of our Preschool, Kindergarten, and Youth Center to meet the growing demand for Catholic schooling in the area. The Preschool and Kindergarten opened its doors on June 16th, 2008, with 15 students enrolled for an eight-week summer school session.

Our Mission

St. Peter Claver Preschool and Kindergarten provides a developmentally appropriate curriculum centered in faith and the teachings of the Catholic Church. We endeavor to deepen a child's awareness and love of God and to nurture their natural love of learning. We believe that all children are created with dignity and worth, and we strive to provide an environment that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

Our Philosophy

We, the members of St. Peter Claver Catholic Community, acknowledge and respect the uniqueness of each child. In partnership with parents, we provide developmentally appropriate Catholic instruction in an environment that supports each child's sense of self and nurtures a love of learning. Our curriculum incorporates a variety of learning activities designed to enhance a child's love of God, and promotes problem-solving, creativity, self-expression, and social skills. We seek to stimulate children's learning in all developmental areas while allowing for individual differences in learning styles. We affirm the worth and dignity of each child and foster an understanding of and sensitivity to all people by encouraging reverence and respect for each person.

Our Programs

Our Preschool and Kindergarten programs are designed to provide a nurturing and engaging environment that fosters a child's spiritual, physical, emotional, social, intellectual, linguistic, and artistic development. Our curriculum is designed to promote a child's sense of wonder and curiosity while providing opportunities for creative expression and socialization. We believe that a child's faith should be an integral part of their educational journey, and we strive to provide a comprehensive education that incorporates faith-based learning.

Our Faculty

Our dedicated faculty is committed to providing a high-quality education that is rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church. Our teachers are experienced and certified, and they are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that supports the unique needs of each child.

Contact Us

At St. Peter Claver Preschool and Kindergarten, we are committed to providing a nurturing and engaging environment that supports the growth and development of our students. If you are interested in learning more about our programs, please do not hesitate to contact us. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have and provide you with more information about our school.