Frequently Asked Questions

What grades do you serve and what are the fees?

Year-round preschool from a part-time toddler program for 2.5 year olds, full and part-time year-round preschool and Jr. Kindergarten, Traditional School Year Calendar for Elementary School: K-5th grade, and Middle School: 6-8th grade.
(Refer to the rate cards for fees.)

When does school start next year?

The school year begins the Thursday after Labor Day and continues through the second week in June.

What is your religious affiliation?

Rancho Capistrano is the South Campus of the Crystal Cathedral Ministries, and therefore, with the Crystal Cathedral and Dr. Schuller's philosophy of inclusing, not exclusion, we welcome all denominations. The Crystal Cathedral Ministries' denominational affiliation is the Reformed Church of America. Christian principles are taught and modeled, daily prayer and weekly chapels are held. Please refer to our "Statement Of Faith" sheet for more information.

What are your entrance requirements?

Submit an application with letters of referral, meet with the Principal, and the student will take an entrance exam. Kindergarten level requires Chauncy-Bruce.

What is your teacher to student ratio?

Average class sizes are: preschool - 12 students, K-3rd - 20 students, and 4-8th grade - 25 students.

What Sports Programs do you have?

K-5th grade have an excellent daily Physical Education class, where kids get fresh air and participate in varied activities, such as field games, calisthenics and other activities. 6-8th grades have Daily P.E. classes and after school sports. We are a member of the PAL (Parochial Athletic League) and participate in Winter and Spring sports such as flag football, volleyball and basketball. In the summer, we offer Sports Camps.

What curriculum do you use?

We use the elementary ABeka curriculum, which is a challenging academic program with a Christian base, enhanced with Spanish, Art, Computer, Music, Drama, Athletics, Field Trips and hands-on learning utilizing the 170-acre campus. Middle School uses ABeka for Science and History, SAXXON for Math and Sadler Oxford for Engish.

Tell me more about your Summer Programs...

We have a nine week program throughout the summer of Discovery Day camp, for children ages 5-14 , and various sports camps and academic summer school for two sessions of three weeks each. (Refer to the Camps/Summer school information).

Do you have scholarships available?

We have a program that offers a limited number of students a 50% reduction in the tuition rate only - returning families are considered first for the scholarship. We can send you an application if you are interested in applying.

Are you Accredited?

We have been a member of the Association of Christian School International (ACSI) since 1994. The Preschool is ACSI accredited.

Is it possible to visit and tour your campus?

Absolutely! We will be happy to call you and set up a tour and schedule a visitation for your child. Or you can call us first thing Monday morning and arrange a time that is convenient for you.