Equipping the Next Generation of Faithful Leaders
Friends Christian School is a private Christian school in Yorba Linda serving preschool through 8th grade. We partner with families to provide a nurturing, faith-based environment where students are known, loved, and challenged academically.
Why Families Choose Friends
One School, Every Step of the Way
Friends Christian is the one decision you make for your child’s education, preschool through 8th grade.
Unpaused Faith
Christ-centered from day one, not something you have to seek out later
Known by Name
Small classes and low student-teacher ratios mean your child is seen, not just enrolled
Whole-Child Growth
Academics, arts, athletics, and faith developed together, not in isolation
Here to Stay
One community, start to finish. No re-applying, no switching schools, no starting over
About Friends Christian
Built on Faith, Chosen by Families
Every child at Friends Christian is known, supported, and pointed toward something bigger than themselves. Our Lion Tracks are the shared marks every student grows toward, in the classroom and beyond.
Explore Our Schools
Preschool
Ages 2–5
Play-based days rooted in faith, curiosity, and confidence-building from day one.
Kindergarten
Age 5
A gentle bridge into big-school learning, paced for where your child is, not just their age.
Elementary School
K-4th Grade
Curriculum with a Biblical worldview, taught by credentialed, Christ-centered teachers who challenge every learner.
Middle School
5th-8th Grade
Academics, arts, athletics, and mentorship in one curriculum, preparing your child for high school and beyond.
Admissions
Joining the Friends Family
Whether you’re just starting to look or ready to apply, we’ll walk you through every step, from your first campus tour to your child’s first day as a Lion.
Academics
Building Stronger, Year After Year
With dedicated teachers and a stimulating curriculum, students are empowered to excel academically while supporting and challenging each other along the way.
Campus Life
Life as a Friends Family
Each school year, a campus-wide theme inspires and challenges students and staff alike, in the classroom, at chapel and in the community we build together.
News & Announcements
From campus updates to student stories, see what’s happening at Friends Christian School.
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Strong Academic Results Highlight Student Achievement at Friends Christian School
Read the article: Strong Academic Results Highlight Student Achievement at Friends Christian School2026 Iowa Assessment results place Friends Christian School students ahead of state and national benchmarks in reading and math, capping a multi-year climb in academic achievement. Yorba Linda, Calif., August 27, 2026 – Friends Christian School (FCS) announced today a…
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Nurturing Faith: The Profound Benefits of Christian Education for Your Child
Read the article: Nurturing Faith: The Profound Benefits of Christian Education for Your ChildIn the bustling educational landscape of Orange County, parents are often faced with a myriad of choices when it comes to shaping their child’s future. At Friends Christian School (FCS), we understand the importance of not only academic excellence but…
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5 Tips For Families Transitioning To A New School
Read the article: 5 Tips For Families Transitioning To A New SchoolBy: Michele Sanner Growing and learning in new ways and with new opportunities has been a theme for many in the past couple of years. It can be hard to know how to prepare your child as they start or…