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Every student at Fairmont School in San Juan Capistrano receive the support to thrive in their studies and personal growth. Our teachers are trained in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) to help students build curiosity, confidence, and practical life skills.We welcome and celebrate every learner. Our established language program empowers international students to gain fluency and succeed in all subjects.
At our private school in California, students thrive with personalized academic support, counseling, and mental health guidance, all within a caring, inclusive community that celebrates diversity, builds resilience, and inspires confidence and lifelong learning.
Family counseling
Families have access to a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who collaborates closely with parents, teachers, campus directors, and academic counselors to ensure each learner’s needs are met.Students take the lead on their educational journey - setting goals, overcoming challenges, and developing resilience with expert guidance. Our counselors listen, ask thoughtful questions, and help students build a growth mindset that becomes part of their everyday school experience.
Mental health
Our mental health counselors provide a safe, supportive space where students can open up, build coping skills, and gain confidence. Whether it’s a one-on-one session, a group activity, or a friendly chat during a break, learners always find understanding, empathy, and encouragement.Counselors partner with families and teachers to foster student well-being. Through workshops on anxiety, depression, and bullying, we help students and parents recognize challenges early and build lasting resilience.Our Mental Health Corner
Academic assistance
Fairmont students don’t just keep up - they move ahead. Each learner works at least one year above grade level, embracing challenges in every subject.For students who need extra help in reading or math, our Academic Student Services for Intervention & Support Techniques (ASSIST) program provides personalized support to help them operate confidently within Fairmont’s accelerated curriculum.This targeted pull-out program is available for students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 8 and offers focused, small-group instruction designed to strengthen foundational skills, boost confidence, and promote long-term academic success.
Diversity and cultural celebration
At Fairmont, diversity is something we live every day. As one of Orange County’s few non-religious private schools, our community reflects a vibrant blend of cultures, languages, and traditions.Students lead the way in celebrating diversity through campus-wide events, holiday showcases, and community gatherings that bring everyone together.Our Fairmont Parent Association also plays a key role, highlighting customs, cuisine, art, and music from around the world - helping students experience, understand, and appreciate the beauty of every culture.
Our English Language Learners (ELL) receive personalized support through one of Orange County’s longest-standing standalone language programs. Experienced teachers both challenge and encourage students, ensuring each one benefits from full immersion and the guidance needed to thrive academically and personally.
A Personalized pull-out program for elementary ELLs, with 1–3 hrs/week instruction to boost proficiency and confidence.
Middle schoolers advance their English through targeted support - semi-sheltered or added ELL classes. Progress is checked twice yearly to tailor instruction as skills grow.
ELLs engage in school life - clubs, sports, and activities - thriving in a supportive, inclusive community.
International ASSIST is a specialized pull-out program designed exclusively for elementary English Language Learners. Students are assessed at the beginning and end of the school year, with two additional assessments throughout the year. Support is tailored to each student’s evolving proficiency levels.
Students receive one to three hours per week of small group instruction from dedicated teachers who inspire curiosity and build confidence. Most students successfully complete the two-year program and transition smoothly into mainstream classes, growing academically and personally in a supportive environment.
At our private Middle School in Orange County, students build their English skills through two tailored pathways.Intensive Support offers adaptive classes, ensuring both targeted instruction and meaningful integration. Intermediate Support adds one additional ELL class to the regular course load, helping students develop fluency and confidence while continuing to make academic progress.Students are assessed twice a year, and their level of support is adjusted as their English proficiency grows.
ELL students participate in all aspects of school life. They join clubs, play sports, take part in after-school activities, and engage in specialty programs such as Speech and Debate. A dedicated support team ensures every student is integrated and thriving.
The impact is clear - students from around the world bring fresh perspectives, spark curiosity, and drive innovation across Fairmont’s vibrant, diverse community.
I’ve had the privilege of serving as Fairmont’s Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, overseeing Health and Wellbeing Services across all campuses for over 20 years.
Jill Thomas, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Ms. Thomas is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and has been supporting the psychological, social, and emotional needs of Fairmont students for over 20 years. Dedicated to and passionate about fostering children's self-esteem, emotional awareness, and relationship skills, she takes a bio-psycho-social and educational approach to mental health. Overseeing the Health and Wellness Programming for all Fairmont campuses, she works with the safeguarding teams to create an emotionally secure school environment for students as they learn necessary life skills for academic success and beyond. Ms. Thomas is also a counseling and educational resource for Fairmont parents and staff, as she believes in helping families and teachers gain knowledge about their students' psychological and behavioral development. Ms. Thomas holds a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley. She is the proud mother of two daughters.
Watch and learn practical strategies for anxiety, stress, family dynamics, motivation, and everyday emotional well-being in this expert video series created by our Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Jill Thomas.
A mental health minute with Jill Thomas introduction
5 ways to boost your mental Well-being
A summer of mental health Well-being
End of year motivation tips
Holiday emotional challenges
How to get your child to sleep in their own bed
How to handle holiday stress
Managing children stubborn behavior
Managing holiday stress
Online gaming
See something, say something! Report with anonymous alert
Sleep better, Feel better
Sleep importance
Stress-free morning routine
Valentines day
Validating children's emotions
Fairmont was not only a place for learning, but it was a safe space full of support, laughter, milestones, and memories. My children continue to thrive year after year and their confidence in their academics and emotional growth has been amazing.
Crystal
Parent
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