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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.
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.
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 250 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
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The average private school tuition in Orange County, CA is $10,690 for elementary schools and $15,682 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
