Looking for a private school in Lake Forest where your child wakes up excited to go to school? At Alpha Lake Forest, our revolutionary 2 Hour Learning model blends cutting-edge technology with AI-driven 1:1 tutoring, helping our classes rank in the top 1-2% nationally.
As the most forward-thinking private school in Lake Forest, Alpha is more than a typical academic program. Afternoons focus on life skills through hands-on workshops, preparing students to thrive beyond academics. With our guides, each student receives tailored support to meet their unique potential.
At Alpha Lake Forest, we’re not just preparing students for tests; we’re preparing them for limitless futures.
Attend one of our events, and discover how Alpha can revolutionize your child’s education!
Alpha Lake Forest
Scott is a business leader and entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience helping families, students, and organizations thrive. He earned his doctorate from Fuller Graduate Schools, where his doctoral research explored cognitive development in children and identity formation. He loves helping young minds grow, learn, and discover their sense of identity, belonging, and purpose.
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Alexis brings a unique depth to the role, shaped by nearly a decade of experience coaching creatives, athletes, & young leaders to perform at their best, both in skill and in character. She’s led purpose driven programs in partnership with brands like Nike, Spotify, and the NFL Players Association, and she’s especially passionate about helping young people develop the confidence, resilience, and clarity to thrive in and beyond the classroom.
I’m here to our students push past limiting beliefs, learn faster than they thought possible, and operate from a sense of purpose that will shape who they become, both in school and far beyond it.
Alpha Lake Forest is located in Foothill Ranch, serving families from Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Portola Hills, and the greater South Orange County area. If you live near ZIP codes like 92610, 92630, or 92691, you’re within a short drive of our campus.
We chose Foothill Ranch for its safety, accessibility, and strong family-oriented community. It’s just minutes from the 241 toll road, with quick access for families commuting from Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, and Irvine. Being near the Foothill Ranch Towne Centre and Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park means students benefit from both convenience and nature.
Every school day includes 60–90 minutes of outdoor play, weather permitting. We use our outdoor area for biking, games, and movement breaks—and we’re just a few minutes from Whiting Ranch, a beautiful natural space that brings a breath of fresh air to learning
Each Alpha student follows a customized learning path built with adaptive apps that adjust in real time to their progress. Our Lakeforest students are mastering core subjects at their own pace—with no gaps, no burnout, and no unnecessary review.
Outside of academics, Guides work 1:1 with students to set goals and choose workshops—from nature inspired science to digital storytelling—based on interests. Whether a student lives in Foothill Ranch, Portola Hills, or Mission Viejo, they’re on a path that fits them perfectly.
Yes, Alpha Lake Forest is open and enrolling for K–3. We’d love to meet your family and show you around—come see how we’re changing what school can be!
The daily schedule at Alpha runs from 8:15 AM to 4:00 PM. Students arrive for morning drop-off at 8:15–8:30 AM, and the day finishes with afternoon pick-up between 3:30–4:00 PM.
You can find more information on what an Alpha day looks like in the Info Packet linked above.
Explore our showcases to tour the Alpha Lake Forest campus, and enjoy our camps and afterschool programs offering exciting, hands-on experiences for kids.
Alpha Lake Forest is a candidate for accreditation with Cognia
