Discovery Isle - Carlsbad

At Discovery Isle, our program is here to meet the real needs of children, allow them the freedom to be children, and put their physical, emotional, and intellectual well being first.
We believe that children learn best through play, both structured and unstructured, and social interactions.
Our main goals are to nurture children, help them learn to get along with their peers and introduce them to new academic concepts as they become developmentally appropriate.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2006
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Discovery Isle - Carlsbad Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
9 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please call to set up a tour!!
Admissions Director
Jennifer Witty
Admissions Associate
Aimee Hudlow
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School Notes

  • At Discovery Isle, our program is here to meet the real needs of children, allow them the freedom to be children, and put their physical, emotional, and intellectual well being first. We believe that children learn best through play, both structured and unstructured, and social interactions. Our main goals are to nurture children, help them learn to get along with their peers and introduce them to new academic concepts as they become developmentally appropriate.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Discovery Isle - Carlsbad?
The application deadline for Discovery Isle - Carlsbad is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Average class size: 9 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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