Our child has been at this school for several years. It used to be a top notch school, but in the last year or so, it has gone down hill. The teachers are wondeful, but the administration is in need of replacement. Families of a chosen few are the only ones listened to when there is a issue. Also,
... Read more the admin, is out of touch with what the student of today needs in their lives, espec. in middle school. Our child will not be returning there next year as we have selected another private school that is thriving and growing and really preparing students for HS and beyond. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/19/09
Rancho Encinitas Academy is a wonderful school environment. Our daughter has been attending Rancho Encinitas Academy for the past few years and our, and our daughters', experience has been great. The classrooms at Rancho Encinitas Academy are a highly collaborative multi-grade environment which has allowed
... Read more for the opportunity for our daughter to learn at her grade level as well as at an excellerated pace. Each child receives the individual teacher attention, aspiration and encouragement to positively learn and grow. Additionally, we have found that the classroom environment at Rancho Encinitas Academy strongly encourages student responsibility for our daughter but as well as with interactions with her classmates. Overall, Rancho Encinitas Academy has proven to be an intimate environment for our daughter, and us as parents, that provides an outstanding balance of academics, arts, and physical education all wrapped in a enjoyable, natural setting campus. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/27/09
We think this is a great school. We moved our daughter here after her ADD caused her much grief in public school, and after the school administration was not helpful in resolving the issues. Our (by then) depressed and withdrawn daughter has blossomed here. The classes are small, with lots of individulized
... Read more attention available. Our daughter is able to do academically advanced work while staying in the same class with her social peers - an important consideration to us. It is wonderful that the children have language instruction, art and music as part of their regular curriculum. The school has regular, organized recess and there is a Sports Club available after school. There are a number of after school clubs and programs available. The school stresses personal responsibility and accountability. We were so happy pleased with REA we enrolled our second daughter in kindergarten when she was old enough! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/28/06
My 12 year old twins go to this school. My daughter was always a straight A student, but my son struggled, and got c's and d's. Now, since they have been going to Rancho Encinitas Academy, my son has been getting all B's. What an improvement. He also just got a Book report back, and got an A+. Great
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Posted by a parent on 01/03/06
Rancho Encintas Academy is a fantastic place for kids who need a small, intimate environment. The Edison Academy classrooms within the school go a step further and help to put children who have been lost in the public system back opn track. Their approach to organization and learning how to learn is
... Read more vital to the child who struggles with distractions in a classroom, retaining information, testing and test preparation, etc. It is a calmer place for children who can easily slip through the cracks. Well behaved children tend to go unnoticed in large classrooms and are never able to overcome their learning deficits. At REA each child is encouraged to show their strengths and build on them for a succesful school experience. My daughter has made remarkable progress in only one year. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/27/05
This is a superior private school preK-8. They have multi-age classrooms, with small teacher/student ratios that provie excellent learning opportunities for all students. The academics are taught ecclectically, not tying teachers into one set program. Teachers have the freedom for creativity as well
... Read more as using tried and true methods almost individualized for each student. They have dynamic music and art programs where student work is celebrated and showcased often. Parent involvement is welcomed and the parent group is very active. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/16/05
This is fantastic education experience. The care and attention given by the entire staff is exceptional. My childen feel very safe and secure while learning at such a 'top of the line' school. Students are prepped for High School. With class sizes never over 20 with a teacher and a full time aide
... Read more in every room, there is no lack of attention for each child. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/02/04
REA is a great alternative to public, and other private schools. In a relaxing, country atmosphere, students excell without being pressured. Class sizes are small, three R's are stresssed, and lots of extras, like art,music, Spanish, and PE keep kids well rounded. Involved administration provides
... Read more pleasant surprises to the students regularly. A very kid friendly place - with grade averages on the standardized tests well over norm. Read less
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Encinitas schools — Rancho Encinitas Academy is located at 910 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas CA 92024. 910 Encinitas Blvd is in the 92024 ZIP code in Encinitas, CA Rancho Encinitas Academy is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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