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The Susan Phillips Day School

381 University Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Tel: (949) 645-1949

www.susanphillipsdayschool.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 21 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,950
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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About the School

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 (2026-27)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten
Enrollment: 21 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,950
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten

Year Founded

1993

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Student Body

Total Students

21 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,950

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Admissions Director

Marty Herron

Application URL

Online Application

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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.

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The average private school tuition in Costa Mesa, CA is $13,123 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).