HCS School

School introduction

HCS School serves different age groups across two campuses: elementary in Mission Viejo, and junior high and high school in Lake Forest. Its program combines core academic learning, artistic expression and physical activity, with attention to academic, physical, emotional and social development.

International pupils join regular classes with local classmates. A smaller teaching setting supports attention to individual learning needs and gives students opportunities to develop English communication through everyday classroom interaction.

Curriculum

Elementary learning covers English reading and writing, phonics, mathematics, history and science, complemented by art, music, PE, Spanish and technology. The program develops foundational skills while offering different forms of learning and expression through creative and physical activities.

Secondary study spans English, mathematics, science, history, languages, arts and PE. High-school English develops literary understanding, analysis and writing, while mathematics progresses from foundational concepts into algebra and geometry. Contact an advisor about short-term timetables, activities and participation requirements.

• Bible study forms part of the regular curriculum. The short-term application requires a parent’s signed permission for biblical teaching. School life also includes chapel; contact an advisor about participation during a short stay.

School features

• Separate elementary and secondary campuses
• International pupils join regular classes
• Arts, music, PE and language study
• Attention to individual learning needs

Grades available for short-term study & entry requirements

Grades available for short-term study

Preschool–Grade 12; contact an advisor about grade placement and availability.

School application requirements

• Complete the short-term application with student and parent contacts, living arrangements and emergency contacts.
• Parents must review the school’s consent and commitment documents. Contact an advisor for current forms.
• Use the current application materials provided by your advisor.

Dates, duration & fees

Duration

Arrangements may be based on school days. Contact an advisor about the minimum number of days.

Dates

January–February 2027; contact an advisor about grade, dates and places.

Fees

Contact an advisor

Accommodation & documents

Accommodation

Day School

Contact an advisor about accommodation arrangements.

Documents typically needed

• Usually prepare a valid passport or applicable identity document.
• If applicable, prepare a valid U.S. visa or other entry and stay documents, according to the student’s status and proposed school arrangement.
• Immunization records and any health documents required by the school.
• Recent school reports or a learning summary; contact an advisor about grade-specific documents.

Regional location

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