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A school for Gifted learners. Inspiring curious minds to think deeply and live courageously.

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    • Preschool

    • 2.5 years - Pre-K
    • 520 Balour Drive
    • Encinitas, CA 92024

    • Lower School

    • TK - 5th Grade
    • 141 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd
    • Encinitas, CA 92024

    • Middle School

    • 6th Grade - 8th Grade
    • 910 Encinitas Blvd
    • Encinitas, CA 92024

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The Rhoades School in Encinitas is committed to providing quality education and care to children in the Old Encinitas, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Olivenhain, Leucadia, La Costa, and Bressi Ranch communities. Serving academically advanced children in the San Diego area since 1980, we offer a dynamic educational journey of discovery and exploration for students who are intellectually curious, creative, and eager to embrace new academic challenges and opportunities. Our culture of support and academic rigor teaches resilience and a love of learning.

Our school was also recognized as an Apple Distinguished School in September of 2021.

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Preschool - Friday October 11th, 9-11 am; Lower School - Tuesday October 8th, 9-11 am; Middle School - Wednesday October 9th, 10:30 am-12:30 pm

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Rhoades at a Glance
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Life @ Rhoades
As a school designed for and dedicated to serving bright, high achieving students, we focus on teaching children how to think, not what to think. Learn More
Life @ Rhoades
Summer Camp
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Why Rhoades
Why Rhoades
in Encinitas, CA

Since 1980, our school has been providing a one-of-a-kind, personalized learning experience to nurture young minds and prepare them for long-lasting success.

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October 8, 2024
Join us for family fun as we welcome you and your Join us for family fun as we welcome you and your family to our Preschool Open House! Children of all ages are invited to a morning of face painting, bubbles, and more. This is also a wonderful chance to learn about our preschool. You'll be welcome to visit our classrooms, meet our teachers, and learn more about how children thrive in our program.
Join us for family fun as we welcome you and your family to our Preschool Open House! Children of all ages are invited to a morning of face painting, bubbles, and more. This is also a wonderful chance to learn about our preschool. You'll be welcome to visit our classrooms, meet our teachers, and learn more about how children thrive in our program.
August 5, 2024
🎓✨ Congratulations to our incredible Pre-K cl 🎓✨ Congratulations to our incredible Pre-K class on their graduation! 🌟 We celebrate your journey and all the amazing things you’ve learned. As you step into TK and kindergarten, remember that the Rhoades School is so proud of you and excited for the adventures ahead. Keep shining bright! 💖📚
🎓✨ Congratulations to our incredible Pre-K class on their graduation! 🌟 We celebrate your journey and all the amazing things you’ve learned. As you step into TK and kindergarten, remember that the Rhoades School is so proud of you and excited for the adventures ahead. Keep shining bright! 💖📚
June 16, 2024
Congratulations to the graduating 8th grade class Congratulations to the graduating 8th grade class of 2024! We are incredibly proud of your hard work, academic achievements, and boundless creativity. From your first days in kindergarten to now, you have shown a remarkable desire to make the world a better place. Your journey has been filled with growth, learning, and countless memories. We cherish the time we’ve spent together and the milestones we’ve celebrated. Each of you has left an indelible mark on our school, and we can’t wait to see the amazing things you’ll accomplish in high school and beyond. Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors! 🌟 Keep shining bright and never stop dreaming big. #therhoadesschool
Congratulations to the graduating 8th grade class of 2024! We are incredibly proud of your hard work, academic achievements, and boundless creativity. From your first days in kindergarten to now, you have shown a remarkable desire to make the world a better place. Your journey has been filled with growth, learning, and countless memories. We cherish the time we’ve spent together and the milestones we’ve celebrated. Each of you has left an indelible mark on our school, and we can’t wait to see the amazing things you’ll accomplish in high school and beyond. Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors! 🌟 Keep shining bright and never stop dreaming big. #therhoadesschool
June 13, 2024
Apple Distinguished School