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Rhoades Preschool

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Ages
Ages 2–5
Teacher ratio
1:12 (CA min)

520 Balour Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024

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Licensing & safety record

Citations on file
0
Complaint visits
1
Last visit
9/22/2025
Total visits
6

Citations are part of routine licensing oversight and range from minor (Type B) to serious (Type A). A citation alone doesn't mean a program is unsafe — read the full reports for context.

Source: California Dept. of Social Services, Community Care Licensing (updated 2025-09-29). View official inspection reports →

About this preschool

The Rhoades Preschool in Encinitas, CA serves children ages 2.5 years to Pre-K with a curriculum focused on academic excellence, character development, and whole-child growth. The program integrates purposeful play, early literacy, numeracy, world languages, and social-emotional skills in a nurturing environment.

Philosophy
Learning with Purpose: Academic Growth Starts With Personal Growth. The program emphasizes that the right start shapes a lifetime of learning, with a strong focus on whole-child development through purposeful play, academic foundations, and character development. Seven core subject areas are taught—the perfect balance of academics and important social and emotional skills. When children are confident and independent, they're far more likely to succeed academically and in life.
Ages served
2.5 years to Pre-K

Programs

  • •Beginners (2.5-3 years)
  • •Intermediates (3-4 years)
  • •Pre-K
  • •Mandarin Program
  • •Summer Camp

Highlights

  • ✓45+ years of leadership educating 10,000+ students
  • ✓Seven-component curriculum including Language & Literacy, Mathematical Thinking, Social-Emotional Learning, Wellness, and Creative Expression
  • ✓Seamless pathway into The Rhoades School Elementary and Middle School (2026 Grade A School by Niche)
  • ✓Integration of music, math, Spanish/Mandarin, science, and art

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Summarized by AI from the preschool's own website (Jun 24, 2026). Not written or verified by PreschoolWise — confirm details directly with the program.

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