Fairmont Prep is a community where students are known, challenged, and supported to reach their full potential.
Lucia Carolyn
Head of School Prep Academy
Orange County’s oldest and largest secular schools - where students lead their learning from Preschool to Grade 12
Since 1953, the Fairmont promise has stayed the same - to deliver an exceptional education in a caring, supportive community. For generations, families have chosen Fairmont as a place where students strive for academic excellence and grow as lifelong learners - curious, confident, and strong in character.
Step into a legacy of success at Fairmont Schools. Since 1953, our close-knit, inclusive community has provided the foundation for students to thrive, preparing them to excel in the futures they design.
Transform potential into achievement at Fairmont. Our inquiry-driven approach, supported by a WASC-accredited, standards-aligned curriculum with Honors and AP tracks, allows each student to pursue an academic pathway shaped by their strengths and aspirations.
Be equipped with future-ready skills through the ISP Life Competencies Framework - a life skills framework supported by Camtree, part of Hughes Hall at the University of Cambridge.
Become a confident multilingual communicator at Fairmont. Through engaging instruction in languages such as Spanish and Mandarin, students gain rich cultural understanding and the skills to connect authentically with others.
Excel on a proven pathway where 96% of high school students applying to Top 100 US colleges receive acceptances, including schools such as Harvard, Yale, Stanford, MIT, UCLA, NYU, and USC.
Train with Fairmont’s Athletic Academy, where middle school athletes build strength and sport-specific skills through elite coaching. In high school, Fairmont athletes pursue competitive excellence across a full range of CIF sports, plus hockey.
Drive innovation with 1:1 devices, digital portfolios, and hands-on coding. Present tech projects, earn industry certifications, and apply skills in real-world settings to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
Explore 100+ co-curricular opportunities - from robotics and speech & debate to the arts, competitive sports, and shared-interest and service clubs - while developing leadership skills through student government and peer mentorship.
Forge strong relationships, share authentically, support each other, and own your growth with expert teachers and proactive Social-Emotional Learning, connecting with families and stepping into each day ready to thrive.
Advance learning with personalized support. At Fairmont, students typically work at least a year ahead of grade level, with ASSIST and ELL experts providing targeted small-group and 1:1 guidance for those who need added help.
Fairmont Schools students collaborate with peers around the world through global skill-building programs and learning opportunities as part of the International Schools Partnership network.
Explore Fairmont Schools' five campuses across Orange County, California.
Anaheim
2-13 years
Preschool
Elementary School
Middle School
Performing and visual art program
Special programs
Anaheim
3-15 years
Preschool
Elementary School – IB Primary Years Programme
Middle School – IB Middle Years Programme
Homestay & Boarding Program
North Tustin
3-13 years
Preschool
Elementary School
Middle School
San Juan Capistrano
3-14 years
Preschool
Elementary School
Middle School
Athletic Academy
Special programs
Anaheim
14-18 years
Private High School
Special programs
STEM program
Advanced Business Program
Performing and visual art program
College Prep
Varsity Athletics
Homestay & Boarding Program
Anaheim
Anaheim
North Tustin
San Juan Capistrano
Anaheim
Fairmont Anaheim Hills
At Fairmont Anaheim Hills, 82% of students perform at or above national averages, with many demonstrating Superior Cognitive Ability. Learning is enriched through STEAM, performing and visual arts, Spanish and Mandarin pathways, and strong learning and wellness support. Serving a global community of 25+ nationalities, 95% of middle school students advance to Fairmont Prep, confident and ready for high school.
Fairmont Historic Anaheim
Fairmont Historic Anaheim, the founding campus of Fairmont Schools and an accredited IB World School, has delivered 70+ years of educational excellence to students from Preschool through Grade 8. Students consistently rank in the top 10% on standardised assessments through Spanish and Chinese language study, athletics, robotics, arts, debate, and academic competitions. Guided by the IB Learner Profile, students are prepared to thrive in top high school pathways and beyond.
Fairmont North Tustin
Fairmont North Tustin offers an accelerated, WASC- and Cognia-accredited education aligned to global standards, with students working a full grade level ahead through Grade 5 and consistently exceeding California benchmarks. Over 90% of eighth graders reach advanced proficiency and excel in academic competitions, while multilingual learning from Preschool builds bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Supported by strong wellbeing programs, students grow confidence, with 95% transitioning successfully to high school and beyond.
Fairmont San Juan Capistrano
Fairmont San Juan Capistrano combines accelerated, WASC- and Cognia-accredited academics with elite athletics. Through MAP tracking, over 85% of students achieve more than a year’s academic growth annually, balancing NCAA-compliant athletic development with academic rigor. Students build leadership, resilience, and life skills through STEM, coding, robotics, digital media, Spanish pathways, and competitive enrichment, progressing seamlessly from Middle to High School toward top U.S. colleges.
Fairmont Preparatory Academy
Fairmont Preparatory Academy students follow a WASC-accredited, UC-approved curriculum with 20+ AP courses and specialist pathways in STEM, Advanced Business, and Performing and Visual Arts. 96% of students applying to Top 100 universities receive offers, including Harvard, Yale, Stanford, MIT, UCLA, NYU, and USC. Leadership thrives through 50+ clubs and elite athletics, supporting college scholarships, with 11% of seniors continuing at collegiate or semi-professional levels. Join our Speech and Debate Team, competing in 25+ tournaments annually and consistently ranking Top 10 in the NSDA.
Fairmont Anaheim Hills
Fairmont Anaheim Hills
At Fairmont Anaheim Hills, 82% of students perform at or above national averages, with many demonstrating Superior Cognitive Ability. Learning is enriched through STEAM, performing and visual arts, Spanish and Mandarin pathways, and strong learning and wellness support. Serving a global community of 25+ nationalities, 95% of middle school students advance to Fairmont Prep, confident and ready for high school.
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2 -13 years
Fairmont Anaheim Hills
Anaheim
Fairmont Anaheim Hills
At Fairmont Anaheim Hills, 82% of students perform at or above national averages, with many demonstrating Superior Cognitive Ability. Learning is enriched through STEAM, performing and visual arts, Spanish and Mandarin pathways, and strong learning and wellness support. Serving a global community of 25+ nationalities, 95% of middle school students advance to Fairmont Prep, confident and ready for high school.
Fairmont Historic Anaheim
Fairmont Historic Anaheim
Fairmont Historic Anaheim, the founding campus of Fairmont Schools and an accredited IB World School, has delivered 70+ years of educational excellence to students from Preschool through Grade 8. Students consistently rank in the top 10% on standardised assessments through Spanish and Chinese language study, athletics, robotics, arts, debate, and academic competitions. Guided by the IB Learner Profile, students are prepared to thrive in top high school pathways and beyond.
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Preschool:
Elementary School – IB Primary Years Programme:
Middle School – IB Middle Years Programme:
3 -15 years
Fairmont Historic Anaheim
Anaheim
Fairmont Historic Anaheim
Fairmont Historic Anaheim, the founding campus of Fairmont Schools and an accredited IB World School, has delivered 70+ years of educational excellence to students from Preschool through Grade 8. Students consistently rank in the top 10% on standardised assessments through Spanish and Chinese language study, athletics, robotics, arts, debate, and academic competitions. Guided by the IB Learner Profile, students are prepared to thrive in top high school pathways and beyond.
Fairmont North Tustin
Fairmont North Tustin
Fairmont North Tustin offers an accelerated, WASC- and Cognia-accredited education aligned to global standards, with students working a full grade level ahead through Grade 5 and consistently exceeding California benchmarks. Over 90% of eighth graders reach advanced proficiency and excel in academic competitions, while multilingual learning from Preschool builds bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Supported by strong wellbeing programs, students grow confidence, with 95% transitioning successfully to high school and beyond.
School websiteCurriculum tags:
3 -13 years
Fairmont North Tustin
North Tustin
Fairmont North Tustin
Fairmont North Tustin offers an accelerated, WASC- and Cognia-accredited education aligned to global standards, with students working a full grade level ahead through Grade 5 and consistently exceeding California benchmarks. Over 90% of eighth graders reach advanced proficiency and excel in academic competitions, while multilingual learning from Preschool builds bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish. Supported by strong wellbeing programs, students grow confidence, with 95% transitioning successfully to high school and beyond.
Fairmont San Juan Capistrano
Fairmont San Juan Capistrano
Fairmont San Juan Capistrano combines accelerated, WASC- and Cognia-accredited academics with elite athletics. Through MAP tracking, over 85% of students achieve more than a year’s academic growth annually, balancing NCAA-compliant athletic development with academic rigor. Students build leadership, resilience, and life skills through STEM, coding, robotics, digital media, Spanish pathways, and competitive enrichment, progressing seamlessly from Middle to High School toward top U.S. colleges.
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Preschool:
Elementary School:
Middle School:
Special programs:
3 -14 years
Fairmont San Juan Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano
Fairmont San Juan Capistrano
Fairmont San Juan Capistrano combines accelerated, WASC- and Cognia-accredited academics with elite athletics. Through MAP tracking, over 85% of students achieve more than a year’s academic growth annually, balancing NCAA-compliant athletic development with academic rigor. Students build leadership, resilience, and life skills through STEM, coding, robotics, digital media, Spanish pathways, and competitive enrichment, progressing seamlessly from Middle to High School toward top U.S. colleges.
Fairmont Preparatory Academy
Fairmont Preparatory Academy
Fairmont Preparatory Academy students follow a WASC-accredited, UC-approved curriculum with 20+ AP courses and specialist pathways in STEM, Advanced Business, and Performing and Visual Arts. 96% of students applying to Top 100 universities receive offers, including Harvard, Yale, Stanford, MIT, UCLA, NYU, and USC. Leadership thrives through 50+ clubs and elite athletics, supporting college scholarships, with 11% of seniors continuing at collegiate or semi-professional levels. Join our Speech and Debate Team, competing in 25+ tournaments annually and consistently ranking Top 10 in the NSDA.
School websiteCurriculum tags:
14 -18 years
Fairmont Preparatory Academy
Anaheim
Fairmont Preparatory Academy
Fairmont Preparatory Academy students follow a WASC-accredited, UC-approved curriculum with 20+ AP courses and specialist pathways in STEM, Advanced Business, and Performing and Visual Arts. 96% of students applying to Top 100 universities receive offers, including Harvard, Yale, Stanford, MIT, UCLA, NYU, and USC. Leadership thrives through 50+ clubs and elite athletics, supporting college scholarships, with 11% of seniors continuing at collegiate or semi-professional levels. Join our Speech and Debate Team, competing in 25+ tournaments annually and consistently ranking Top 10 in the NSDA.
Fairmont students gain access to the most prestigious universities in the United States, often exceeding college admission requirements and national admissions rates at elite universities.
of students applying to a Top 100 College received an offer of admission
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Inquire. Visit. Apply. Fairmont has a place for you.
Submit our inquiry form to begin your Fairmont journey. A Director of Admissions will reach out to arrange an interview and campus tour, giving you the opportunity to share what makes your family a great fit for our school.
Explore classrooms, labs, studios, and programs tailored to your child’s interests, and experience our welcoming Fairmont community firsthand.
An Admissions Director will send you a link to our simple, user-friendly application form, designed to make the process smooth and efficient.
Students take an assessment that spotlights their strengths, while you send us transcripts to give a clear view of their academic journey. Depending on grade, letters of recommendation might be required, while all international learners take an English proficiency test.
Once your application is complete, our Admissions Team will carefully review all submitted materials, while you and your family look forward to the exciting opportunities ahead.
When you receive your acceptance letter, confirm your child’s place by signing and returning the enrollment contract. This marks the official beginning of your child’s next educational adventure at Fairmont.
The first day is here! Our Admissions Team will greet you and your child, guide you to the classroom, and introduce your child to their Fairmont buddy. We can’t wait to welcome you into the Fairmont family.
Fairmont Prep is a community where students are known, challenged, and supported to reach their full potential.
Lucia Carolyn
Head of School Prep Academy
At Fairmont San Juan Capistrano, our close-knit community and passionate teachers create a place where every child is known, challenged, and inspired.
Rebecca Lugo
Head of School San Juan Capistrano
At Fairmont Historic Anaheim Campus, we nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence from preschool through middle school.
Rebecca Wood
Head of School Historic Anaheim
I am committed to creating learning environments where academic excellence thrives, strong communities are built, and schools remain at the forefront of educational advancement.
Tobin Bechtel
Head of School Anaheim Hills
Our engaging specialty classes, dedicated teachers, and joyful celebrations create an environment where students are excited to learn and grow. Through our focus on character development and our Fairmont Families program, we build lasting relationships and a true sense of belonging.
Jennifer Maan
Head of School North Tustin
Head of School Prep Academy
Head of School San Juan Capistrano
Head of School Historic Anaheim
Head of School Anaheim Hills
Head of School North Tustin
Head of School Prep Academy
Head of School San Juan Capistrano
Head of School Historic Anaheim
Head of School Anaheim Hills
Head of School North Tustin
Fairmont Prep is a community where students are known, challenged, and supported to reach their full potential.
Lucia Carolyn
Head of School Prep Academy
At Fairmont San Juan Capistrano, our close-knit community and passionate teachers create a place where every child is known, challenged, and inspired.
Rebecca Lugo
Head of School San Juan Capistrano
At Fairmont Historic Anaheim Campus, we nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence from preschool through middle school.
Rebecca Wood
Head of School Historic Anaheim
I am committed to creating learning environments where academic excellence thrives, strong communities are built, and schools remain at the forefront of educational advancement.
Tobin Bechtel
Head of School Anaheim Hills
Our engaging specialty classes, dedicated teachers, and joyful celebrations create an environment where students are excited to learn and grow. Through our focus on character development and our Fairmont Families program, we build lasting relationships and a true sense of belonging.
Jennifer Maan
Head of School North Tustin
Tell us about your child, and we’ll guide you to the program that nurtures their growth and prepares them for success at Fairmont and beyond.
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8 October 2018
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3 October 2018
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17 February 2018
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6 February 2026
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23 January 2026
Congratulations to our 5' Grade Spelling Bee Winners
27 February 2026
The amps were turned up and the energy was electric from Monday through Friday — and our Eagles absolutely brought the house down.
20 February 2026
Open House–What a night! It was absolutely epic to see so many of our families and students roll out for Open House last Thursday.
12 February 2026
Families, we’re cranking the amps to 11 because this week rocked—and the crowd was on its feet from start to finish.
8 May 2025
Award-winning Fairmont Prep athletic director and coach Alexis Price is named California’s 2025 Female Athletic Director of the Year
7 May 2025
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22 April 2024
Fairmont Prep’s Class of 2024 earned over 550 offers from 172 colleges worldwide, with 98% of applicants admitted to Top 100 schools
29 November 2022
The ice hockey program at Fairmont San Juan Capistrano is getting a lot of attention!
3 February 2022
Middle school students at Fairmont SJC recently took part in the award-winning STEM program, Tomatosphere™.
14 September 2021
Fairmont’s Athletic Academy at the San Juan Capistrano campus paves the way for middle school elite athletes to receive training, conditioning, and sports-specific skill-building.