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Your child is known
Small class size makes room for personalized attention, strong relationships, and a learning environment where each child can be supported as an individual.
Personal attention
Boutique Classical Christian Preschool · Carmel, California
A small preschool with a big purpose.
Classical Christian education for young children in Carmel — nurturing mind, body, character, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Ages 2 years, 9 months to 6 yearsA deliberately small early-learning environment.
Known. Nurtured. Challenged.
Agape is a thoughtful, welcoming Classical Christian Preschool dedicated to partnering with families so each child is nurtured, respected, supported, and ready to learn.
Why Agape
Small by design. Personal by nature.
Early life experiences are vital to a child’s growth and development. Agape pairs challenging, age-appropriate learning with dedicated teachers who recognize that children learn in different ways.
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Learning has depth
Agape specializes in memorization, critical thinking, creative activities, and foundational knowledge that give young children something meaningful to build on.
Classical learning
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Character matters
Academic foundations live alongside friendship, communication, integrity, emotional understanding, and conflict-resolution skills.
Whole-child formation
Meet the heart of Agape
Meet Lisa Hays.
Preschool Director · Summer Camp Lead Adventurer!
Lisa leads Agape’s work with children and families in a thoughtful, welcoming Classical Christian Preschool where children are nurtured, respected, supported, and their ability to learn is fostered.
“We work hard to establish strong, encouraging relationships with you and your child.”
At Agape, small class size and personalized attention make room for close relationships, engaging learning, and the care young children need as they grow.
Contact LisaOur Curriculum
Mind. Body. Character.
Our preschool curriculum is implemented through the classical learning model. The purpose of a classical education is to strengthen one’s mind, body and character in order to develop a love for learning.
Classical learning, preschool-sized
Challenging material. Age-appropriate experiences.
Agape Academy directs each child’s learning through creative, engaging experiences while recognizing individual social and cognitive capacities and different learning styles.
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Igniting imagination
Mind
- Memorization
- Mapping
- Geography
- Mathematics
- Science
- Foreign language
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Learning through movement and making
Body
- Song
- Dance
- Play
- Gardening
- Creative art
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Learning how to live with others
Character
- Public speaking
- Social & emotional understanding
- Developing friendships
- Love of our country / patriotism
- Integrity
- Conflict resolution skills
Real childhood belongs here
Learning should still feel alive.
Agape combines challenging material with creative, engaging, age-appropriate experiences. Children move, sing, dance, play, garden, create, build friendships, and encounter ideas worth remembering.
Smallclass size with personalized attention
Engagingoutside-the-box activities
Creativememorization + critical thinking
Inside the day
A rhythm built for young children.
An Agape day brings together foundational learning, movement, creative activity, friendship, and character development in ways that recognize how young children learn best.
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Learn together
Memory, mathematics, science, geography, mapping, language, stories, and conversation.
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Move & play
Song, dance, movement, outside play, and the physical freedom young children need.
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Create & explore
Gardening, creative art, hands-on activity, and learning that engages more than a worksheet.
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Grow in character
Friendship, communication, confidence, integrity, emotional understanding, and conflict resolution.
Learning hours · Monday–Friday · 8:45 AM–1:30 PM
Classical + Christian
Formation is part of the education.
Agape is a thoughtful, welcoming Classical Christian Preschool. Its educational approach strengthens mind, body and character while helping children grow in friendship, integrity, communication, and emotional understanding.
From Agape families
★★★★★
Parents say it better than we ever could.
Families have shared many five-star experiences with Agape online. Read what parents say about the teachers, the learning environment, and the difference a small, personal preschool can make.
Already part of the Agape family? Sharing your experience helps another parent discover the school and decide whether Agape may be right for their child.
2027 information coming soon
Summer Camp at Agape.
Our summer camps offer engaging learning and creative outdoor play while establishing meaningful connections and friendships during the summer months.
Adventure, creativity, friendship — and plenty of time outside.
Good questions are welcome
What parents usually want to know.
What ages does Agape serve?
Agape serves children from 2 years, 9 months through 6 years of age.
What are the school hours?
Learning hours are Monday through Friday, 8:45 AM–1:30 PM.
What does “Classical Christian” mean at preschool age?
Agape is a Classical Christian Preschool. Its curriculum uses the classical learning model to strengthen mind, body, and character and develop a child’s ability to learn.
How large are the classes?
Agape emphasizes small class size with personalized attention so teachers can build strong, encouraging relationships with children and families.
How do I know whether Agape is the right fit for my child?
The best next step is to visit. A tour lets you meet Lisa, see the environment, ask questions, and picture your child in the school.
What about Summer Camp?
The 2026 camp dates have passed. 2027 camp information is coming soon; families can contact Lisa now to express interest.
Questions or a visit
Want to connect?
Have a question or want to see Agape for yourself? Lisa would be happy to hear from you. Reach out directly or request a tour.
Call Lisa831.601.2143→
Email Agapelisahays@comcast.net→
Get directions8340 Carmel Valley Rd · Carmel, CA 93923→
Learning hours · Monday–Friday · 8:45 AM–1:30 PM
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Want to visit Agape?
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