NAS FALLON SCHOOLS: DAY CARE - HIGH SCHOOL

Introduction

Welcome to Naval Air Station Fallon! You’ll be living in Fallon, Nevada, the county seat of Churchill County and about 70 miles east of Carson City, the state capital. Figuring out your child’s educational needs is one of the biggest priorities during any move. This guide provides a starting point as you search for the NAS Fallon school located in the surrounding areas. We hope it eases some of the stress as you adjust to your new home.

Suggested Read

: NAS Fallon: In-Depth Welcome Center

Schools on NAS Fallon

There are no Department of Defense schools on NAS Fallon but there is a Child Development Center for younger children.

NAS Fallon Elementary Schools

All elementary schools are off base and listed below.

NAS Fallon Fort Worth Middle Schools

All middle schools are off base and listed below.

NAS Fallon Fort Worth High Schools

All high schools are off base and listed below.

NAS Fallon Day Care and Childcare Options

1. Child Development Center (CDC)

1001 Juniper Dr. Bldg. 1001 Fallon, NV 89496

Phone

: 1 (775) 426-3808 The Child Development Center offers Monday through Friday care from 6:00am-7:00pm and is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The CDC is available for children aged six weeks to five years. The programs are developed to meet the social, physical, emotional, and cognitive needs of children. Care is offered in full day, hourly, or drop in options; fees are determined by family income. Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack are provided so if your child must stay a bit longer, you can take comfort knowing they are well fed. Be sure to contact the CDC for availability as there could be a waitlist. Before and after school care is also available for children in kindergarten through sixth grade, as well as during non-school days and summer vacation. This provides many opportunities to engage in a diverse set of activities such as sports, arts, and occasional field trips to local bowling alleys or educational tours. A Teen Center, located at Building 980, is available to those ages 13-18. Teens have access to a computer lab, game room, art room, and various other amenities. Occasional events such as dances and pool parties are also offered.

Schools Near NAS Fallon

Your first stop when conducting the school search for your children should be the School Liaison Officer (SLO). The SLO serves military families in a number of different areas regarding their children’s school, such as supporting families with school transfers, providing information on school boundaries, and assisting families with the special education process. Don’t hesitate to contact the SLO if you have questions or concerns.

School Liaison Officer

4755 Pasture Rd. Bldg. 1003 NAS Fallon, NV 89496

Phone

: 1 (775) 240-4160

Hours

: Monday-Friday: 0700 – 1600

NAS Fallon School Districts

Students living on base and most who live in Fallon will attend schools in the Churchill County School District. Churchill County School District serves five public schools: three elementary, one junior high school, and one high school. This guide will focus primarily on the public schools in Fallon and the progression through the Churchill County School District system. However, if you live farther from base, there are plenty of schooling options for your family. Lyon County School District covers schools in Fernley, Silver Springs, Dayton, and Yerington.

Churchill County School District

690 S. Main St. Fallon, NV 89406

Phone

: 1 (775) 423-5184

Lyon County School District

25 E. Goldfield Ave. Yerington, NV 89447

Phone

: 1 (775) 463-6800

Elementary Schools Near NAS Fallon

Below is a sampling of schools near NAS Fallon. As always, contact the SLO to verify enrollment eligibility at any public school you’re considering.

1. Lahontan Elementary School

District

: Churchill County School District 1099 Merton Dr. Fallon, NV 89406

Phone

: 1 (775) 423-1999 With a population of about 9000 people, Fallon is a smaller town with smaller schools. Churchill County School District’s elementary school is unique in that children will progress from several elementary schools before graduating to middle school. Lahontan Elementary is the first step in that educational journey, teaching children grades kindergarten through first grade. In the 2019-2020 school year, the teacher-to-student ratio at Lahontan was 20 to 1, which falls in line with Nevada’s state average for public schools.

2. E.C. Best Elementary School

District

: Churchill County School District 750 E. Williams Ave. Fallon, NV 89406

Phone

: 1 (775) 423-3159 After completing first grade, students will move on to E.C. Best Elementary for grades second and third. One of the highlights at E.C. Best is that students have a designated Google Chromebook for in-class use.

3. Numa Elementary School

District

: Churchill County School District 601 Discovery Dr. Fallon, NV 89406

Phone

: 1 (775) 428-1996 You guessed it: children progressing from E.C. Best will smoothly transition to Numa Elementary for grades four and five to complete elementary school. Sitting only five miles from base, Numa is the closest elementary school to NAS Fallon.

Middle Schools Near NAS Fallon

1. Churchill County Middle School

District

: Churchill County School District 650 S. Maine St. Fallon, NV 89406

Phone

: 1 (775) 423-7701 Churchill County Middle School is located only 10 minutes from base and serves Numa Elementary graduates in grades six through eight. The teacher-to-student ratio is 21 to 1, about in line with the state average. Students can compete in a number of sports such as basketball, wrestling, and cross country. A Blended Learning Community is available and provides a chance for students to earn high school credits.

High Schools Near NAS Fallon

1. Churchill County High School

District

: Churchill County School District 1 Greenwave Circle Fallon, NV 89406

Phone

: 1 (775) 423-2181 Churchill County High School is the last link in the educational chain before college. For the 2020-2021 school year, 953 students attend CCHS. Football is offered to those that want to compete under the Friday night lights, and there are 15 other sports programs. More than 20 clubs are available and 11 advanced placement (AP) courses are taught to students with an opportunity to earn college credits.

Private Schools Near NAS Fallon

According to Private School Review, there are two private schools serving Fallon. Both have a religious affiliation.

1. Fallon Adventist Christian School

380 E. Front St. Fallon, NV 89406

Phone

: 1 (775) 423-4185

2. Logos Christian Academy

665 Sheckler Rd. Fallon, NV 89406

Phone

: 1 (775) 428-1825

Day Cares Near NAS Fallon

If you wish to enroll your child in an offsite day care, you have a few options. Consulting resources such as Yelp and Care.com are great ways to make informative decisions. Below are a couple recommended day cares near NAS Fallon according to Care.com.

1. Discovery Learning Center

2152 Reno Hwy Suite I Fallon, NV 89406

Phone

: 1 (775) 867-4909

2. Little House Day School

2300 Harrigan Rd. Fallon, NV 89406

Phone

: 1 (775) 423-4148

Conclusion

Moving can be difficult for families and one of the larger burdens is finding a new school that sets your children up for success. Luckily, there are many schools near NAS Fallon and one is sure to meet your child’s needs regardless of age or interests. Use this guide as a starting point in your search and contact NAS Fallon’s School Liaison Officer for any and all specific questions you have during this process.