The Susan Phillips Day School in Costa Mesa, CA, offers a nonsectarian early childhood program for preschool (PK) students in an urban community setting.
Established in 1993, the school enrolls 21 students with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 supported by 3 teachers.
Annual tuition is $12,950, slightly below the average private school tuition in Costa Mesa for elementary education.
The co–ed program operates without religious affiliation or membership associations, with a casual dress code policy.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,950
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
21 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,950
Admissions Director
Marty Herron
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Susan Phillips Day School cost?
The Susan Phillips Day School's tuition is approximately $12,950 for private students.
When is the application deadline for The Susan Phillips Day School?
The application deadline for The Susan Phillips Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Susan Phillips Day School located?
The Susan Phillips Day School is located in the East Side Costa Mesa neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA. There are 5 other private schools located in East Side Costa Mesa.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to The Susan Phillips Day School is Lindamood-bell Learning Processes Newport Beach (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Back Bay Montessori (0.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is International Christian Montessori School Of Newport (0.1 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Back Bay Montessori
Montessori School
398 University Dr
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 548-3771
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 548-3771
- miles
Gr: K-1 | 24 students
2591 Irvine Ave
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 631-9785
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 631-9785
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 36 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lindamood-bell Learning Processes Newport Beach
Alternative School
20371 Irvine Ave Bldg A Ste 170
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 252-9275
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 252-9275
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 2 students
20221 SW Cypress Street
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 756-8855
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 756-8855
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 105 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tutor Time Learning Centers
Daycare / Preschool
1550 Bristol Street N
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 955-2672
Newport Beach, CA 92660
(949) 955-2672
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 124 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
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