part of the Ventura Unified School District
Innovative Curriculum
Since 1976, we have emphasized community-based learning designed to support the individual academic, social, and emotional growth of the whole child. Our educational philosophy is based upon the premise that everyone enters this world with innate curiosity and a desire to learn, and that the educational system should nurture this desire.Learn more about Open Classroom→
Parent Participation
Open Classroom parents are actively involved in their child/ren’s education! Parents work in their child/ren’s classroom/s one morning each week, and are involved in many committees, activities and events both inside and outside of the classroom.
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Admission Meetings:
Prospective Parent meeting:Tuesday January 10, 2012
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Open Classroom K – 8 Classroom Tour:
Thursday January 12, 2012
9am – 10:30am
Combination Information meeting and Classroom tour:
Wednesday January 18, 2012
8:30am – 11:00am
More Admissions Dates →
Scott Lancet K ~ 1 teacher
"We support the whole child and each child’s unique interests and understand that the best learning takes place when a student learns because of his or her own desire to learn."
Jeff Zimmerman Head Teacher - Middle School
"We trust that once engaged in learning about what is interesting to a student, there is a natural and organic flow to the learning process that needs support, not force."
Harvest Moon Festival In The Fall
"Harvest Moon is our yearly fundraiser and the most happening place to be every October. This tradition will keep your family wanting more from your friends at Open Classroom. More About Harvest Moon Festival →"