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Stratford School Laguna Niguel

Nestled into a tree-lined neighborhood in the beautiful hillside city of Laguna Niguel, our newest Stratford School campus offers four bright preschool classrooms and nine elementary school classrooms, an outside playground, and a playspace for both elementary and preschool students, along with a multipurpose room that also serves as our music room and library.
Students can begin as early as 2 years of age and go until grade 5.
Middle School is offered at our nearby Mission Viejo campus. Extended day options and summer programs are also available.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
  • Yearly Tuition: $22,800
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-5
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar

Student Body

Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Lin Doughouz
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Summa Spes, Summa Res (Highest Hopes, Highest Things)
  • 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 Laguna Niguel cost?
Stratford School Laguna Niguel's tuition is approximately $22,800 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Stratford School Laguna Niguel?
The application deadline for Stratford School Laguna Niguel is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
  • Yearly Tuition: $22,800
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Orange County, CA is $12,904 for elementary schools and $16,871 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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