Elementary School

Inspiring Growth, Discovery, and Confidence

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Cedar Hill Prep fosters excellence in a warm, inclusive learning environment.

Our Curriculum

At Cedar Hill Preparatory School, we provide a dynamic, research-driven curriculum that fosters academic excellence, creativity, and leadership. As a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, we’re committed to offering a globally respected, high-quality education that prepares students for a rapidly changing world. Our nurturing environment promotes curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.

Leadership Thinking

Literacy Excellence

Our Faculty

Our faculty are highly qualified professionals committed to academic excellence and continuous growth. They bring subject expertise, innovation, and a passion for teaching to every classroom. Through inclusive and engaging instruction, they foster each student’s intellectual and personal development.

Opportunities to Grow and Shine

Beyond the classroom comprehensive programs designed to enhance student growth through academic, creative, and extracurricular enrichment.

Competitions/Leagues

Students participate in elite academic contests like the Spelling Bee, Math League, Debate, and National Academic Bees.

Specials

Our curriculum includes enriching subjects such as Art, Music, Drama, Spanish, PE, and Technology to support well-rounded development.

Clubs

CHP students compete in top-tier academic events including the Scripps Spelling Bee, Math League, Junior Debate League, History and more.

Why Choose Cedar Hill Preparatory School?

Personalized Learning Environment

At CHP, our small class sizes ensure that every student receives individualized attention. This supportive setting enhances academic achievement and encourages meaningful student-teacher relationships.

Developmentally Informed Curriculum

Our instructional approach is grounded in current educational research and aligned with key developmental milestones, offering a structured yet flexible framework that nurtures the whole child.

Committed to Global Standards

Cedar Hill Prep is a proud candidate school for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program. We are dedicated to delivering a rigorous, internationally recognized curriculum that cultivates critical thinking and global citizenship.

Holistic Student Development

Beyond core academics, our curriculum includes Music, Art, and Physical Education, while fostering public speaking and leadership skills—ensuring students become well-rounded, confident individuals.

Experiential Learning

At Cedar Hill Preparatory School, learning is not confined to the walls of a classroom—it’s a dynamic, continuous experience that extends across our nine-acre campus. Our expansive grounds serve as a living classroom where students are encouraged to explore, question, and connect with the world around them.

From observing ecosystems in science to drawing inspiration from nature in art, students engage in meaningful, hands-on learning that brings academic concepts to life.

This unique approach nurtures curiosity, deepens understanding, and fosters a lifelong love of learning.

Outdoor Integration

Hands-On Curriculum

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Multicultural Learning

We believe that education flourishes in an environment that honors and embraces cultural diversity. Recognizing the importance of inclusivity, we thoughtfully integrate cultural awareness into all aspects of our learning experience—both in and beyond the classroom.

Our curriculum and community initiatives are designed to reflect and celebrate the rich tapestry of backgrounds, traditions, and perspectives that our students and families bring.

CHP helps students build a strong foundation in global citizenship—one rooted in respect, compassion, and mutual understanding. Our goal is to prepare them not only for academic success but also to become thoughtful, inclusive leaders in an increasingly interconnected world.

Inclusive Community

Global Citizenship

Physical Education

At CHP, our Physical Education program promotes the connection between a healthy body and mind. Students engage in activities that build strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall fitness—encouraging lifelong wellness and a positive attitude toward physical health.

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Testimonials

Hear From Our Families

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Aarav has gotten into the John Hopkins University Talented Youth Program in the Honors level. He scored 97 percentile. I am extremely happy with CHP and the way it is preparing kids for the future.

Upasana Gupta

Our son attended Cedar Hill Prep until 2nd grade and then later he came back to CHP to complete his middle school. CHP under Ms. Nan Menon’s and Mr. Seeley’s leadership has provided our son with a nurturing environment to learn and grow. CHP develops curious minds and provides the resources to develop these curious minds. Classes at CHP are small and the education is personal. The teachers know their students and can tailor their efforts to individual student needs. Our son has been successful in his new high school, due in part, to the foundation built through his education at CHP. CHP provides a high-quality education in a supportive environment, preparing students for a successful future.

Nima Subramanian

The Kindergarten program at Cedar Hill Prep School provided a great educational experience for my daughter. The curriculum is very thorough and prepares students for success that is above and beyond average kindergarten programs. My daughter looks forward to coming to school each day and actually enjoys doing homework! She recently received an award for academic excellence as a result of all the great work that is taught at Cedar Hill Prep! I am a proud CHP parent and look forward to the continued growth that I know my daughter will have at this wonderful school!

Angie J. Barnes

Academic excellence at an affordable price! Personal attention to kids and great club offerings like debate and robotics! Exposure to regional and national level competitions. My kids have been “lifers” at Cedar Hill Prep where they have found a “family” away from home. They don’t want to miss even one day of school! Go CHP….!!

Dr. Divya Gupta

We are a family who values equality and tries to stress the value of being humble to our children. We were worried that private school may encourage our daughter to feel otherwise. That concern has been eliminated in our time at CHP. The focus is on the students and how they can grow to be happy, healthy, and productive members of society in the future. This goal is shared by the parents, administration, and faculty. At every event, the director, Mrs. Nan, and the principal, Mr. Seeley, speak of such values and have such pride in their students and their school. I have seen them very involved in the daily operations of the school. They know each of their students and their families. In addition, there is no tolerance for bullying or discrimination here. CHP is extremely diverse, and every holiday, cultural celebration, and ethnicity is celebrated and welcomed with open arms. My daughter has learned so much about our country, its people, as well as different cultures around the world… and I am very grateful for that. Once again, a great balance has been achieved here.

The Jayasuriya Family

One of the many many things I LOVE about CHP is the atmosphere of K-8. The older students foster friendships with the younger students and they encourage each other. The younger students love going to support the older students in sports and debate and the bees. The house system that is followed at CHP is fantastic. It promotes a sense of family and belonging. I cannot say enough about how much we love the K-8/house system at CHP.

Jenny Garrofalo

Parent of Fourth Grader

Thank you for the wonderful graduation ceremony that also included those who couldn’t attend in person. Though we were unable to attend, we greatly appreciate your work and efforts to give the students a memorable sendoff to high school. Through this difficult year, CHP has remained a beacon of stability and continuity for our children. Your work in maintaining an intensive level of the school experience is groundbreaking and commendable. No other school that we’ve heard of has achieved this level of immersive virtual education that gives children as near an in-class experience as possible without missing a single day of school. Thanks to your leadership, thorough planning, and thoughtful execution, our children were able to learn and thrive even in this disruption. Your infectious (!) enthusiasm boosted everyone’s motivation and morale. The efforts of the teachers and staff in the success of this academic year have been equally remarkable and essential. We are proud to be part of the CHP community, and we look forward to another great year!

Manisha and Saurabh Gupta

Parents of Avi and Isha Gupta