Fairmont San Juan Capistrano is part of the Fairmont Schools group, Orange County's oldest and largest secular, co-educational preschool - 8th grade private school. Fairmont has been voted Best Private School in Orange County 11 times!
The Fairmont campus in South Orange County, SJC, capitalizes on Fairmont's acclaimed curriculum, guiding students through individual academic, emotional, and social journeys every step of the way.
It is also home to Fairmont Athletic Academy, an innovative program that incorporates training for elite middle school athletes into the course of their regular school day.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2020
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
250 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Varies by Grade Level: Preschool (3 half days: $10,961, 5 half days: $14,065 3 full days: $14,841, 5 full days: $19,060), PreK (five full days): $19,400, JK - 5: $24,153, 6-8: $27,160
Summer Program Cost Notes
Cost varies by program. Visit fairmontschools.com/summer
Admissions Director
Betty Petersen
Admissions Associate
Lysa Guterman
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Fairmont San Juan Capistrano honors the uniqueness of each child -- meeting students where they are and providing opportunities to grow.
- Through small class sizes and individualized instruction, children advance to working a grade level ahead of peers in other programs.
- With programs that begin in preschool and culminate with a high school diploma, Fairmont SJC is one of the few Orange County schools where students can experience an education from start to finish.
- High caliber academics plus world-class sports training -- students benefit from both at the SJC campus. Hockey, soccer, wrestling, volleyball, and our state-of-the-art Athletic Academy offer athletes unparalleled opportunities.
- Fairmont SJC offers a balanced education. It combines time-honored fundamentals with innovative approaches to learning -- balancing intellectual growth with social and emotional wellbeing.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Fairmont Schools - San Juan Capistrano offer a summer program?
Yes, Fairmont Schools - San Juan Capistrano offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Fairmont Schools - San Juan Capistrano offer?
Fairmont Schools - San Juan Capistrano offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Fairmont Schools - San Juan Capistrano?
The application deadline for Fairmont Schools - San Juan Capistrano is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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