RCS School

Temecula, California

Connecting structured academics with communication, creative work and student leadership.

Campus buildings and surrounding landscape

School introduction

RCS has served local families since 1981, offering a continuous education from the early years through high school. It connects university preparation with practical life skills, including clear expression, critical analysis, cultural and artistic awareness, and care for personal and shared wellbeing.

Student government, performance, athletics, clubs and service provide varied opportunities to develop leadership. The middle-school years place particular emphasis on independent learning, healthy friendships and organization as students prepare for high school.

Curriculum

Elementary English combines phonics, reading and progressively more developed writing. Mathematics moves from concrete materials to pictures and abstract ideas, using number bonds, bar models and mental calculation. Science and social studies include experiments, projects, garden learning and grade-specific themes.

The grade 7–8 course guide covers English, mathematics, life or physical science, history and physical education, with algebra available according to readiness. Exploratory options include theatre, drawing, ceramics and filmmaking; grade 8 also introduces Spanish or American Sign Language.

High school emphasizes reading and writing across subjects, argument and research, with AP and university dual-credit pathways, some incorporating online university learning. Subjects, prerequisites and electives vary by division and semester. Contact an advisor about short-stay timetables and project participation.

The regular program includes Bible or theology study and weekly chapel. Contact an advisor about the courses and participation requirements that apply to short-term students.

School features

Serving local families since 1981
Concrete-to-abstract elementary mathematics
Middle-school ceramics, film and language exploration
Cross-disciplinary writing and advanced high-school study

Grades available for short-term study & entry requirements

Grades available for short-term study: Contact an advisor

School application requirements

Submit a complete short-term application, valid passport and visa-page copies, and proof of medical insurance.
Current immunization records are required for attendance exceeding one month; parents must review the consent documents.

Dates, duration & fees

Duration: At least one week.
Dates: Enquiries are welcome year-round. Contact an advisor about attendance dates.
Fees: Contact an advisor

Accommodation & documents

Accommodation: Day School

Contact an advisor about accommodation arrangements.

Documents typically needed

Usually prepare a valid passport or applicable identity document.
If applicable, prepare a valid U.S. visa or other entry and stay documents, according to the student’s status and proposed school arrangement.
Immunization records and any health documents required by the school.
Recent school reports or a learning summary; contact an advisor about grade-specific documents.