Academy on the Hills in Aliso Viejo provides a warm, supportive, and academically enriching environment for children from 6 weeks through 6 years old with Private Kindergarten. Our theme-based curriculum is center-based with Montessori-inspired elements, encouraging hands-on exploration, independence, and creativity. We offer free enrichment programs, Outdoor Learning Centers, STEAM program, Dual Language Immersion and so much more to enhance your child's learning experience and focus on nurturing each child's growth socially, emotionally, and academically.
At Academy on the Hills, every day is a new opportunity to learn, play, and grow!.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Spanish
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
136 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Ms. Monica Lunn
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
DanceMusic
Recreational Athletic Programs:
SoccerTae Kwon Do
Yoga
School Notes
- School Motto: We Believe Every Child Can Succeed
- Our Center offersFree Enrichment Coursesin Tae Kwon Do, Soccer, Dance, Music and Yoga as we strive to provide our students' academic as well as creative and physical education opportunities to aid in their overall education.Outdoor Learning Centersfor Art and Science as well as a Gardening area provide our children with enhanced opportunities for learning. TK Children enjoy ourSTEAM Program and Dual Language ImmersionSpanish/English as children prepare for Kindergarten and beyond.
- Offering Care from 6:30am-6:30pm with part time and full time options providing our families with flexible and convenient options.
- We provideFree healthy mealsfor Breakfast, Lunch, and Snack as we are a part of the State Federally funded Meal Program
- With Programs fromInfant thru Private Kindergarten are proud to offer separate programs for our youngest students Infant (6 wks-24 mons), Preschool Programs (2-5yrs) and Private Kindergarten Program with lower classroom ratios and class sizes to fully prepare and advance your child for their journey into elementary school.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Academy On The Hills offer a summer program?
Yes, Academy On The Hills offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Academy On The Hills offer?
Academy On The Hills offers 4 interscholastic sports: Dance, Football, Martial Arts and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Academy On The Hills?
The application deadline for Academy On The Hills is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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