Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
- Yearly Tuition: $22,800
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Stratford School of Laguna Niguel
About the School
- Stratford School in Laguna Niguel is committed to providing quality child care and private school education from 2 years through 5th grade to the families of the Laguna Beach, Dana Point, Mission Viejo, Aliso Viejo, and other Orange County communities.
- Located off Crown Valley Parkway and Golden Lantern, sharing a parking lot with First Church of Christ, we offer a safe environment that inspires children to think and excel in science, art, engineering, language, technology, Spanish, math, music, and more.
- Contact us to schedule a private tour today.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
- Yearly Tuition: $22,800
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-5
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Summa Spes, Summa Res (Highest Hopes, Highest Things)
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$22,800
Admissions Director
Lin Doughouz
Application URL
Request Information
School Notes
- Offering Early Preschool (age 2, no potty training required), Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, Transitional Kindergarten, Kindergarten, and Elementary, Stratford School Laguna Niguel provides an unparalleled education where children are inspired to be creative problem solvers, imaginative innovators, and confident, compassionate leaders.
- Our balanced approach in and out of the classroom ensures both academic success and personal development. In the classroom, our hands-on STEAM-infused curriculum is taught in a warm and caring environment. Preschool offers dedicated specialty teachers in music, foreign language, and science, while elementary offers specialty teachers in computer science, foreign language, music, and P.E. Character development and social-emotional wellness round out the Stratford experience.
- Beyond the classroom, Stratford encourages students to explore their individual passions through enrichment activities and clubs. Stratford students are mentored for admission into top competitive high schools and colleges with the goal of preparing students to succeed in a global world.
- Evident at all our schools is the Stratford motto, "Summa spes, summa res," meaning "highest hopes, highest things.".
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Stratford School of Laguna Niguel cost?
Stratford School of Laguna Niguel's tuition is approximately $22,800 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Stratford School of Laguna Niguel?
The application deadline for Stratford School of Laguna Niguel is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Gr: NS-5 | 146 students
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29028 Aloma Avenue
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Avg. class size: 18 students
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28083 Moulton Pkwy
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(949) 643-1200
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Gr: PK-K | 161 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
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24360 Yosemite Rd
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 643-8311
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Gr: NS-8 | 570 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 4
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(949) 364-4407
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Gr: NS-K | 130 students
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25301 Sweet Meadow Lane
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 249-8687
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Gr: PK-12 | 17 students
Avg. class size: 4 students
Sports: 1
Alternative School
28062 Forbes Rd, Ste B
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 367-9473
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 39 students
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30131 Town Center Dr Ste 280
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 855-0408
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Gr: 9-12 | 1,291 students
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Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 29
Catholic
26351 Junipero Serra Rd.
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 493-9307
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Avg. class size: 22 students
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26333 Oso Rd
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 443-4050
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(949) 643-1200
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Christian
26300 Via Escolar
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(949) 364-4407
Distance: 1.4 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 17 students
Avg. class size: 4 students
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Alternative School
28062 Forbes Rd, Ste B
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 367-9473
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Avg. class size: 24 students
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Mission Viejo, CA 92692
(949) 364-6500
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Extracurriculars: 5
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Avg. class size: 18 students
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(949) 643-1200
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Orange County Academy Of Sciences And Arts
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29292 Crown Valley Pkwy.
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 269-3291
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
(949) 269-3291
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