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Carden Academy
Multiple Locations714.536.1441
721 Utica Ave. Huntington Beach, 714.536.1441
10460 Slater Ave. Fountain Valley, 714.964.3310
Ages Served: Preschool to Grade 8.
Carden Academy of Huntington Beach is one of the premier private schools in Southern California, providing aggressive academics in Reading and Math. The school emphasizes Classic Literature at every grade level as well as French and Spanish. Students grasp Math patterns early and excel in Algebra by 8th grade. The school has two campuses, one in Huntington Beach, another in Fountain Valley.
Fairmont Private Schools
Six OC campuses in Anaheim, Anaheim Hills and Tustin
714.765.6300
Ages Served: Preschool to Grade 12
Founded in 1953, Fairmont is the oldest and largest nonsectarian private school in Orange County. Our culturally diverse campuses provide students with the academic and life skills necessary for success. Students benefit from passionate educators, an accelerated curriculum, sports, arts, and character training. Fairmont also offers extended daycare, academic assistance, transportation, and summer school programs.
Waldorf School of Orange County
2350 Canyon Drive, Costa Mesa
949.574.7775
Ages Served: Parent-Toddler Playgroup through Grade 10.
Where education comes alive! Our integrated curriculum weaves music, movement and art into a strong core academic program. This multi-sensory style of teaching engages the whole child. Waldorf students develop a love of learning and reverence for life by actively participating in courses that engage minds and enrich imaginations.
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Bethany Christian Academy13431 Edwards St.Westminster714.891.9783 www.bethanychristian-oc.orgwww.bethanychristian-oc.orgAges Served: Kindergarten through Grade 8
For 27 years, the professional teachers at Bethany Christian Academy have encouraged students to grow spiritually and academically. Our educational curriculum exceeds California State standards. We provide Bible instruction, weekly chapels, Computer, P.E., Music, other electives, and an after school athletics program. Before and after school childcare is available.
Bethany Christian Academy
13431 Edwards St., Westminster
714.891.9783
Ages Served: Kindergarten through Grade 8
For 27 years, the professional teachers at Bethany Christian Academy have encouraged students to grow spiritually and academically. Our educational curriculum exceeds California State standards. We provide Bible instruction, weekly chapels, Computer, P.E., Music, other electives, and an after school athletics program. Before and after school childcare is available.
Building YouSeveral Locations Throughout Orange County949.701.9797www.buildingyou.orgwww.buildingyou.orgServing Ages 13 and up. Building You™ teaches people of all ages how to become responsible, passionate and independent. Come to a Building You™ session and learn how to “Think Inside the Box™” so you can change the way you keep score in your life to create permanent personal growth, from the inside out.
Building You
Several Locations Throughout Orange County949.701.9797
Serving Ages 13 and up. Building You™ teaches people of all ages how to become responsible, passionate and independent. Come to a Building You™ session and learn how to “Think Inside the Box™” so you can change the way you keep score in your life to create permanent personal growth, from the inside out.
California Virtual Academies2360 Shasta WaySimi Valley805.581.0202www.K12.com/cawww.K12.com/caThe California Virtual Academies (CAVA) are tuition-free public online schools serving students in grades K-11 throughout the state. Using curriculum from K12, with lessons delivered both online and off, CAVA also provides students with credentialed teacher support. Discover CAVA, and discover what your kids have in them.
California Virtual Academies
2360 Shasta Way, Simi Valley
805.581.0202
The California Virtual Academies (CAVA) are tuition-free public online schools serving students in grades K-11 throughout the state. Using curriculum from K12, with lessons delivered both online and off, CAVA also provides students with credentialed teacher support. Discover CAVA, and discover what your kids have in them.
Capistrano Valley Christian Schools32032 Del ObispoSan Juan Capistrano949.493.5683www.cvcs.orgwww.cvcs.orgEducational excellence in a Christ-centered environment. CVCS is a college preparatory environment, leading students into success academically, spiritually, physically and socially. Through committed and professional staff and faculty, we make a difference in each students experience at CVCS.
Capistrano Valley Christian Schools
32032 Del Obispo, San Juan Capistrano
949.493.5683
Educational excellence in a Christ-centered environment. CVCS is a college preparatory environment, leading students into success academically, spiritually, physically and socially. Through committed and professional staff and faculty, we make a difference in each students experience at CVCS.
Carden AcademyMultiple Locations714.536.1441www.cardenacademyinc.orgwww.cardenacademyinc.org721 Utica Ave. Huntington Beach, 714.536.1441
10460 Slater Ave. Fountain Valley, 714.964.3310
Ages Served: Preschool to Grade 8.
Carden Academy of Huntington Beach is one of the premier private schools in Southern California, providing aggressive academics in Reading and Math. The school emphasizes Classic Literature at every grade level as well as French and Spanish. Students grasp Math patterns early and excel in Algebra by 8th grade. The school has two campuses, one in Huntington Beach, another in Fountain Valley.
Carden Academy of Basic Education24741 Chrisanta Dr.Mission Viejo949.458.1776www.cardenacademy.comwww.cardenacademy.comAges Served: 5 to 14 years. A private co-educational day school, offering spelling, grammar, literature, composition, history, geography, and science as our main academic thrust. We enhance these subjects with classes in music, Spanish, physical education, and art. All subjects are integrated and sequential in structure, within a warm, calm, lighthearted yet disciplined atmosphere.
Carden Academy of Basic Education
24741 Chrisanta Dr., Mission Viejo
949.458.1776
Ages Served: 5 to 14 years. A private co-educational day school, offering spelling, grammar, literature, composition, history, geography, and science as our main academic thrust. We enhance these subjects with classes in music, Spanish, physical education, and art. All subjects are integrated and sequential in structure, within a warm, calm, lighthearted yet disciplined atmosphere.
Creekside Christian School1130 E. Walnut Ave.Orange714.516.1838www.creeksidechristianschool.comwww.creeksidechristianschool.comAges Served: Preschool to 8th grade
Creekside Christian School mission is to create successful life-long learners, providing each student with a solid Biblical worldview. This is accomplished by teaching to the various learning styles, developing higher level thinking skills, recognizing and building upon the strengths of the child, teaching the scripture, and encouraging Godly decision making.
Creekside Christian School
1130 E. Walnut Ave., Orange
714.516.1838
Ages Served: Preschool to 8th grade
Creekside Christian School mission is to create successful life-long learners, providing each student with a solid Biblical worldview. This is accomplished by teaching to the various learning styles, developing higher level thinking skills, recognizing and building upon the strengths of the child, teaching the scripture, and encouraging Godly decision making.
Crystal Cathedral Schools13280 Chapman Ave.Garden Groveccacademy@crystalcathedral.orgccacademy@crystalcathedral.orgPreschool – 714.971.4141 Academy (K-12) – 714.971.4159 Crystal Cathedral Schools provide a number of services. Ages served: Preschool through Grade 12. For the arts, we offer lessons in music and dance. Lessons in piano, violin, cello, guitar and string bass are available. Private lessons are available for an additional fee. Group dance lessons are also available. We offer quality tutors to assist students as well as before and after-school daycare from 7a.m. and to 6p.m.
Crystal Cathedral Schools
13280 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove
Preschool – 714.971.4141 Academy (K-12) – 714.971.4159 Crystal Cathedral Schools provide a number of services. Ages served: Preschool through Grade 12. For the arts, we offer lessons in music and dance. Lessons in piano, violin, cello, guitar and string bass are available. Private lessons are available for an additional fee. Group dance lessons are also available. We offer quality tutors to assist students as well as before and after-school daycare from 7a.m. and to 6p.m.
Eldorado School for the Gifted Child4100 E. Walnut Ave.Orange714.633.4774www.eldoradoemerson.orgwww.eldoradoemerson.orgAges Served: Grades Preschool to 6th. With inspiring staff, excellent facilities, beautiful 5-acre campus including Monet Garden and pond, Eldorado provides each child with a nurturing, creative learning environment. Our students love to learn, achieving fantastic test scores, a natural result of joyful learning with wonderful teachers. Small class size. Accredited by WASC.
Eldorado School for the Gifted Child
4100 E. Walnut Ave., Orange
714.633.4774
Ages Served: Grades Preschool to 6th. With inspiring staff, excellent facilities, beautiful 5-acre campus including Monet Garden and pond, Eldorado provides each child with a nurturing, creative learning environment. Our students love to learn, achieving fantastic test scores, a natural result of joyful learning with wonderful teachers. Small class size. Accredited by WASC.
Fairmont Private SchoolsSix OC campuses in Anaheim, Anaheim Hills and Tustin
714.765.6300www.fairmontschools.comwww.fairmontschools.comAges Served: Preschool to Grade 12
Founded in 1953, Fairmont is the oldest and largest nonsectarian private school in Orange County. Our culturally diverse campuses provide students with the academic and life skills necessary for success. Students benefit from passionate educators, an accelerated curriculum, sports, arts, and character training. Fairmont also offers extended daycare, academic assistance, transportation, and summer school programs.
Hillsborough SchoolsMultiple Locationswww.hillsboroughprivateschools.comwww.hillsboroughprivateschools.com191 Old Springs Rd. Anaheim Hills, 714.998.9030 160 Old Springs Rd. Anaheim Hills, 714.998.6031 Strong academics, small class sizes and many enrichment programs combine to create a perfect learning environment. A school of Presidential Academic Excellence, we pride ourselves in providing all children with a gifted education. Our program also includes Spanish, computer labs, music as well as opportunities for children to work at advanced levels in math and language.
Hillsborough Schools
Multiple Locations
191 Old Springs Rd. Anaheim Hills, 714.998.9030 160 Old Springs Rd. Anaheim Hills, 714.998.6031 Strong academics, small class sizes and many enrichment programs combine to create a perfect learning environment. A school of Presidential Academic Excellence, we pride ourselves in providing all children with a gifted education. Our program also includes Spanish, computer labs, music as well as opportunities for children to work at advanced levels in math and language.
Holy Cross Lutheran School4321 Cerritos Ave.Cypress714.527.7928www.holycrosschurchandschool.orgwww.holycrosschurchandschool.orgAges Served: Kindergarten – 8th Grade
Holy Cross Lutheran School provides excellent instruction in God’s Word - the Bible; excellent academic training; and relates the Christian faith to formal education and to life in general. The School’s goal is to use each child’s God given talents to produce well-rounded, happy, and self-confident individuals who are prepared to be leaders of tomorrow.
Holy Cross Lutheran School
4321 Cerritos Ave., Cypress
714.527.7928
Ages Served: Kindergarten – 8th Grade
Holy Cross Lutheran School provides excellent instruction in God’s Word - the Bible; excellent academic training; and relates the Christian faith to formal education and to life in general. The School’s goal is to use each child’s God given talents to produce well-rounded, happy, and self-confident individuals who are prepared to be leaders of tomorrow.
Holy Family Cathedral School530 S. Glassell St.Orange 714.538.6012www.holyfamilyk8.orgwww.holyfamilyk8.orgAges served: Pre-K to Grade 8. Established in 1949, HFCS provides an excellent academic and Catholic education. Programs include Advanced Math and Resource Inclusion. All students take Computers, Music, Library, PE, and Art. Strong student leadership program and emphasis on community service. After school sports, extended care before/ after school. Nurse and Counselor on staff. WASC accredited.
Holy Family Cathedral School
530 S. Glassell St., Orange
714.538.6012
Ages served: Pre-K to Grade 8. Established in 1949, HFCS provides an excellent academic and Catholic education. Programs include Advanced Math and Resource Inclusion. All students take Computers, Music, Library, PE, and Art. Strong student leadership program and emphasis on community service. After school sports, extended care before/ after school. Nurse and Counselor on staff. WASC accredited.
Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy29702 Kensington Dr.Laguna Niguel949.495.3428www.lnsdaschool.netadventist.orgwww.lnsdaschool.netadventist.orgAges seved: Kindergarten to Grade 10. Our accredited program offers comprehensive instruction in the core subjects plus extensive training in art, music, computers and science. With our small class sizes, advanced curriculum, family oriented environment and Christian values, we focus on the whole child at LNJA.
Laguna Niguel Jr. Academy
29702 Kensington Dr., Laguna Niguel
949.495.3428
Ages seved: Kindergarten to Grade 10. Our accredited program offers comprehensive instruction in the core subjects plus extensive training in art, music, computers and science. With our small class sizes, advanced curriculum, family oriented environment and Christian values, we focus on the whole child at LNJA.
Lindamood-Bell Learning CentersCall for the center nearest you! 800.300.1818www.lindamoodbell.comwww.lindamoodbell.comAges served: 5 years - Adult
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes, an internationally renowned leader in educational research and remediation, as pioneered learning programs that help children and adults learn to their full potential in reading, spelling, math and comprehension. Lindamood-Bell is the only provider endorsed and licensed by the authors of Lindamood-Bell programs. Call for a free information package.
Lindamood-Bell Learning Centers
Call for the center nearest you! 800.300.1818
Ages served: 5 years - Adult
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes, an internationally renowned leader in educational research and remediation, as pioneered learning programs that help children and adults learn to their full potential in reading, spelling, math and comprehension. Lindamood-Bell is the only provider endorsed and licensed by the authors of Lindamood-Bell programs. Call for a free information package.
Mariners Christian School300 FischerCosta Mesa714.437.1700www.marinerschristianschool.orgwww.marinerschristianschool.orgAges Served: Pre-K to Grade 8
Committed to building a firm foundation through Christ-centered education; Mariners Christian School works in partnership with our parents to achieve academic excellence in a nurturing environment, changing lives through Christ, and teaching total truth. Programs include teacher specialists in computer and science labs, Spanish, performing arts, fine arts, competitive sports, daycare 7am-6pm, and camps. WASC/ACSI accredited.
Mariners Christian School
300 Fischer, Costa Mesa
714.437.1700
Ages Served: Pre-K to Grade 8
Committed to building a firm foundation through Christ-centered education; Mariners Christian School works in partnership with our parents to achieve academic excellence in a nurturing environment, changing lives through Christ, and teaching total truth. Programs include teacher specialists in computer and science labs, Spanish, performing arts, fine arts, competitive sports, daycare 7am-6pm, and camps. WASC/ACSI accredited.
Rancho Capistrano Christian Schools and Camps29251 Camino CapistranoSan Juan Capistrano949.347.4023www.ranchocapistrano.orgwww.ranchocapistrano.orgAges served: K to Jr. High School & year-round preschool
Maximizing the potential of each child's unique giftedness, and fostering purpose driven students with high academic standards, enrichment in language, technology, visual/theatre arts, and daily PE. Beautiful and expansive gated campus includes lake, pool, staging, and athletic fields. Summer Day Camps. Extended Daycare. ACSI accredited preschool. Welcoming all denominations.
Rancho Capistrano Christian Schools and Camps
29251 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
949.347.4023
Ages served: K to Jr. High School & year-round preschool
Maximizing the potential of each child's unique giftedness, and fostering purpose driven students with high academic standards, enrichment in language, technology, visual/theatre arts, and daily PE. Beautiful and expansive gated campus includes lake, pool, staging, and athletic fields. Summer Day Camps. Extended Daycare. ACSI accredited preschool. Welcoming all denominations.
Red Hill Lutheran School13200 Red Hill Ave.Tustin714.544.4832www.redhillschool.orgwww.redhillschool.orgAges served: Pre-School through Grade 8. Red Hill Lutheran is a safe, loving Christian environment with qualified credentialed teachers. Class sizes are small with state approved curriculum. Award winning technology with campus wide wireless network. Journalism, Physical Education, Music and Performing Arts with Meet the Masters Fine Arts offered. Members of ACSI and OCLPC.
Red Hill Lutheran School
13200 Red Hill Ave., Tustin
714.544.4832
Ages served: Pre-School through Grade 8. Red Hill Lutheran is a safe, loving Christian environment with qualified credentialed teachers. Class sizes are small with state approved curriculum. Award winning technology with campus wide wireless network. Journalism, Physical Education, Music and Performing Arts with Meet the Masters Fine Arts offered. Members of ACSI and OCLPC.
Saint Catherine of Siena3090 S. Coast HighwayLaguna Beach949.494.7339www.stcatherinelaguna.comwww.stcatherinelaguna.comAges Served: Kindergarten – Grade 8
Discover a great school with small class sizes within a caring community that treasures family and builds student’s confidence. We offer a Christ-centered, highly accredited education within a safe seaside environment. Saint Catherine of Siena has the leading reputation in academics, fine arts, languages, and community service. We also offer extended day care, after school athletics, music and fine arts.
Saint Catherine of Siena
3090 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach
949.494.7339
Ages Served: Kindergarten – Grade 8
Discover a great school with small class sizes within a caring community that treasures family and builds student’s confidence. We offer a Christ-centered, highly accredited education within a safe seaside environment. Saint Catherine of Siena has the leading reputation in academics, fine arts, languages, and community service. We also offer extended day care, after school athletics, music and fine arts.
St. Anne School32451 Bear Brand RoadLaguna Niguel949.487.ANNEwww.st-anne.orgwww.st-anne.orgAges Served: Preschool - 8th Grade. St. Anne is a family oriented school dedicated to the development of the total child. The credentialed teaching staff seeks to develop three integral areas: children's minds, bodies and spirit. We accomplish this through proven academic instruction, physical education and organized sports, a strong moral emphasis, and a happy wholesome environment. WASC Accredited. A National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. Preschool is NAEYC Accredited.
St. Anne School
32451 Bear Brand Road, Laguna Niguel
949.487.ANNE
Ages Served: Preschool - 8th Grade. St. Anne is a family oriented school dedicated to the development of the total child. The credentialed teaching staff seeks to develop three integral areas: children's minds, bodies and spirit. We accomplish this through proven academic instruction, physical education and organized sports, a strong moral emphasis, and a happy wholesome environment. WASC Accredited. A National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. Preschool is NAEYC Accredited.
St. George's Academy23802 Avenida de la CarlotaLaguna Hills949.837.4530www.stgeorges-academy.orgwww.stgeorges-academy.orgAges served: Pre-K through 8th grade. Our preschool provides a safe, nurturing environment where children are stimulated through hands-on activities, connecting age-appropriate experiences to school readiness. The kindergarten through 8th grade program offers students a superior academic education that recognizes each child's self-worth and individual potential within a Christian environment in the Anglican tradition.
St. George's Academy
23802 Avenida de la Carlota, Laguna Hills
949.837.4530
Ages served: Pre-K through 8th grade. Our preschool provides a safe, nurturing environment where children are stimulated through hands-on activities, connecting age-appropriate experiences to school readiness. The kindergarten through 8th grade program offers students a superior academic education that recognizes each child's self-worth and individual potential within a Christian environment in the Anglican tradition.
St. John's Episcopal School30382 Via Con DiosRancho Santa Margarita949.858.5144www.stjohns-es.orgwww.stjohns-es.orgAges Served: 3-years to Grade 8. St. John's Episcopal School is committed to the development of every child's full, God-given potential in a joyful and enriching environment. The accredited academic units of St. John's offer a comprehensive education designed to challenge each student to attain his/her personal best.
St. John's Episcopal School
30382 Via Con Dios, Rancho Santa Margarita
949.858.5144
Ages Served: 3-years to Grade 8. St. John's Episcopal School is committed to the development of every child's full, God-given potential in a joyful and enriching environment. The accredited academic units of St. John's offer a comprehensive education designed to challenge each student to attain his/her personal best.
St. Margaret's Episcopal School31641 La Novia Ave.San Juan Capistrano949.661.0108www.smes.orgwww.smes.orgAges Served: Preschool through Grade 12. St. Margaret's Episcopal School is an independent, coeducational, fully-accredited college preparatory day school. Our mission is to educate the hearts and minds of young people for lives of learning, leadership, and service. This dynamic learning environment is known and respected for its values of character, community, balance, breadth, and high expectations.
St. Margaret's Episcopal School
31641 La Novia Ave., San Juan Capistrano
949.661.0108
Ages Served: Preschool through Grade 12. St. Margaret's Episcopal School is an independent, coeducational, fully-accredited college preparatory day school. Our mission is to educate the hearts and minds of young people for lives of learning, leadership, and service. This dynamic learning environment is known and respected for its values of character, community, balance, breadth, and high expectations.
St. Mary's - A Non-Denominational Christian School7 PursuitAliso Viejo949.448.9027www.smaa.orgwww.smaa.orgAges Served: Preschool through Grade 8.
St. Mary’s provides a comprehensive academic curriculum including the International Baccalaureate Programmes emphasizing high academic standards for critical, compassionate thinking and socially responsible behavior while maintaining a highly effective faculty-to-student ratio. In a caring, non-denominational Christian environment, St. Mary’s prepares students for the world through an emphasis on learning, leading and serving.
St. Mary's - A Non-Denominational Christian School
7 Pursuit, Aliso Viejo
949.448.9027
Ages Served: Preschool through Grade 8.
St. Mary’s provides a comprehensive academic curriculum including the International Baccalaureate Programmes emphasizing high academic standards for critical, compassionate thinking and socially responsible behavior while maintaining a highly effective faculty-to-student ratio. In a caring, non-denominational Christian environment, St. Mary’s prepares students for the world through an emphasis on learning, leading and serving.
St. Michael the Archangel Academy4790 Irvine Blvd., Suite 105-286Irvine714.730.9114www.smacademy.comwww.smacademy.comThe Academy is a recognized K through 12 private school in California and by the National College Board. The Academy helps parents customize classical Christ-centered, academically rich programs for their children. Academy activities offer socialization, acade
St. Michael the Archangel Academy
4790 Irvine Blvd., Suite 105-286, Irvine
714.730.9114
The Academy is a recognized K through 12 private school in California and by the National College Board. The Academy helps parents customize classical Christ-centered, academically rich programs for their children. Academy activities offer socialization, acade
The Pegasus School19692 Lexington Ln.Huntington Beach714.964.1224www.thepegasusschool.orgwww.thepegasusschool.orgAges Served: Preschool to Grade 8
The Pegasus School is a non-profit, WASC and CAIS accredited, independent school for bright and gifted learners. Pegasus provides a solid foundation in academic excellence by developing and cultivating the joy of life-long learning within a nurturing community. After-school enrichment classes and extended care are also available.
The Pegasus School
19692 Lexington Ln., Huntington Beach
714.964.1224
Ages Served: Preschool to Grade 8
The Pegasus School is a non-profit, WASC and CAIS accredited, independent school for bright and gifted learners. Pegasus provides a solid foundation in academic excellence by developing and cultivating the joy of life-long learning within a nurturing community. After-school enrichment classes and extended care are also available.
Waldorf School of Orange County2350 Canyon DriveCosta Mesa949.574.7775www.waldorfschool.comwww.waldorfschool.comAges Served: Parent-Toddler Playgroup through Grade 10.
Where education comes alive! Our integrated curriculum weaves music, movement and art into a strong core academic program. This multi-sensory style of teaching engages the whole child. Waldorf students develop a love of learning and reverence for life by actively participating in courses that engage minds and enrich imaginations.

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