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Preschools

Marina View Preschool and Kindergarten
Laguna Niguel

Providing a Safe Environment for Children to Learn and Have Fun.Offering full and half day programs. Marina View's teachers are degreed teachers not baby-sitters. Their year round school with summer camp features computer lab, foreign languages, art music and movement, phonics and reading, math, science, geography, gymnastics and dance. Also provides potty training.

 

St. Margaret's Episcopal School
Pre-school through 12
San Juan Capistrano

The purpose of St. Margaret's Early Childhood Development Center (Preschool) is to provide opportunities for children to grow intellectually, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually in a warm, loving, Christian environment. We want our children to build a positive self-image; explore their natural sense of wonder; discover their creative spirit; learn problem-solving skills; develop self-control and consideration of others; increase coordination, balance, and body image; and know that learning is fun!

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Featured Private Schools

The Pegasus School
Preschool through 8th Grade
Located in Huntington Beach

The Pegasus School, where bright minds soar, is an independent co-educational school for pre-kindergarten through grade eight dedicated to academic excellence and the development of lifelong learners who are confident, caring, and courageous. Established in 1984, Pegasus has delivered on founder Dr. Laura Hathaway's vision of giving bright children a place to flourish, a community that is serious about academic life, diverse, collaborative and vibrant. We offer gifted educational programs, rich in opportunities, through which students develop their talents and passions. Extended day care, after school activities and summer camp programs are available. Pegasus is accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) and is a proud member of National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).

 

St. Margaret's Episcopal School
Pre-school through 12
San Juan Capistrano

Founded in 1979, St. Margaret's Episcopal School is the premier coeducational, independent, college-preparatory day school in Orange County serving 1,200 students in preschool through grade 12. The mission at St. Margaret's Episcopal School is to educate the hearts and minds of young people for lives of learning, leadership and service. This mission drives all of our programs and creates the strong, positive school environment that is St. Margaret's. From early childhood to senior year we place special emphasis on maintaining a school environment dedicated to thoughtful, meaningful moral integrity and inspiring academic challenge.

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High Schools & College Prep

Halstrom Academy
6th - 12 grade
Huntington Beach

Students learn differently, and Halstrom Academy understands that. Since 1985, Halstrom Academy has helped more than 16,000 students achieve educational success with the 1:1 instruction model it pioneered. For students who struggle in the traditional classroom such as those with ADHD, Dyslexia, or social anxiety, or students with special scheduling needs such as athletes and artists, Halstrom’s personalized approach to teaching and flexible scheduling options helps students in grades 6-12 succeed in school. Halstrom offers open enrollment for full-time students, as well as part-time students who want to remediate or accelerate their traditional school curriculum. Halstrom offers more than 150 college prep and 18 AP courses, as well as a variety of social activities and clubs. At Halstrom, you will find a school that fits your needs. Call to schedule a campus tour or join us for our Coffee Chat. Halstrom is WASC accredited, UC/CSU certified and NCAA approved.

 

Sage Hill School
9th - 12th Grade
Newport Coast

Sage Hill School provides opportunities to engage, to be yourself, to learn, and to find your passion. . Academic Excellence: Average class size of 15 students; deeply committed educators promote a love of learning; highest SAT scores in OC. Engagement: Opportunities abound in athletics, fine arts, on-campus clubs and leadership opportunities. . College Counseling: Accessible, full-time counselors provide individualized guidance throughout the college selection and application process. . Ninth Grade Experience: Clarifies expectations, expands opportunities, builds relationships and nurtures confidence. . Service-Learning Program: An intentional focus on public purpose is woven into the curriculum, teaching students to be engaged citizens.

 

St. Margaret's Episcopal School
Pre-school through 12
San Juan Capistrano

Founded in 1979, St. Margaret's Episcopal School is the premier coeducational, independent, college-preparatory day school in Orange County serving 1,200 students in preschool through grade 12. The mission at St. Margaret's Episcopal School is to educate the hearts and minds of young people for lives of learning, leadership and service. This mission drives all of our programs and creates the strong, positive school environment that is St. Margaret's. From early childhood to senior year we place special emphasis on maintaining a school environment dedicated to thoughtful, meaningful moral integrity and inspiring academic challenge.

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List of Public Schools

Capistrano Unified School District

 

High Schools
  • Aliso Niguel
  • Capistrano Valley
  • Dana Hills
  • San Clemente
  • Serra
  • Tesoro
Middle Schools
  • Aliso Viejo
  • Bernice Ayer
  • Don Juan Avila
  • Las Flores
  • Marco Forster
  • Newhart
  • Niguel Hills
  • Shorecliffs
Elementary Schools
  • Ambuehl
  • Arroyo Vista
  • Barcelona Hills
  • Bathgate
  • Benedict
  • Marian Bergeson
  • Castille
  • Concordia
  • Crown Valley
  • R.H. Dana and ENF
  • Del Obispo
  • Don Juan Avila
  • Foxborough
  • Carl Hankey
  • Las Flores
  • Ole Hanson
  • Hidden Hills
  • Kinoshita
  • Las Palmas
  • Clarence Lobo
  • John S. Malcom
  • Marblehead
  • Moulton
  • Oak Grove
  • Palisades
  • Philip Reilly
  • San Juan
  • Tijeras Creek
  • Viejo
  • George White
  • Wagon Wheel
  • Wood Canyon

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Colleges & Universities

Saddleback College

Saddleback College has the most comprehensive and diverse Academic Programs available in Orange County. They have a wide variety of Advanced Technology and Applied Science Programs including Aviation, Marine Science, Computer Science, Fashion Design and more. Also offering Community Education programs.

28000 Marguerite Pkwy.
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
949-582-4500

 

University of California, Irvine

Premier Institute and research facility. One of 63 universities nationally elected to membership in the prestigious Association of American Universities.

University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA 92697
949-824-5011

 

Rancho Santiago Community College District
Santa Ana & Santiago Canyon

Opening the door to higher education with state-of-the-art facilities, top ranked programs, and award-winning faculty, RSCCD is home to Santa Ana College and Santiago Canyon College. Educational programs are designed to provide academic transfer to four-year universities, courses for professional and personal development, and career training for business and industry. Friendly and helpful counselors will assist you in choosing from over 300 subjects to earn an associate degree or vocational certificate of competency.

 

 

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College Funding

Get College Funding

GetCollegeFunding is a non-profit, public benefit company committed to educating parents, grandparents, students and educators with the facts about College Funding and Financial Aid. Many of their services are free, including seminars, ongoing private consultations, financial aid forms review, and downloadable resources from their website.

For families who want them to take care of the entire College Funding element - from start to finish - they offer a fee-based all-inclusive-service.

 

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Tutoring

Huntington Learning Center
Success in school begins at Huntington.

Huntington Learning Centers help students of all ages build the skills, confidence and motivation to attain better grades. Whether your child is struggling in school or simply seeking a more enriching academic experience, their individual, personalized programs will make a difference. Their exam prep instruction for college-bound students is a personalized, private tutoring that gives students test-taking strategies and shows them how to apply their knowledge to questions that involve problem-solving, analytical thinking, reasoning, drawing conclusions, interpreting facts and essay writing.

22411 Antonio Parkway Suite C-210 Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

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Music Lessons

Melody Makers OC
OC Artist Development
Located in Newport Beach

Learn to play an instrument in a professional studio! Melody Makers Artist Development Program offers instruction in many different types of instruments including piano, guitar, saxophone, drums and more. From beginners to experts - learn from real industry professionals to use chords, rhythm and style. Weekly lessons and private instruction available. 949 423-5710

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