Discovery Isle Preschool, located in the La Costa Meadows Industrial Center at Rancho Santa Fe Rd.
& Melrose Dr., provides high quality daycare and preschool for children 6 weeks through Pre-K.
We offer a unique blend of structured play and educational experiences in a warm, nurturing atmosphere that goes beyond typical daycare.
Serving families from San Marcos, University Commons, La Costa South, Rancho Ponderosa, La Costa, Carlsbad, Escondido, and Vista, we focus on helping children explore, grow, and reach their fullest potential.
Contact us today to learn more and schedule a visit!.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
61 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: The perfect balance of learning and play®
- Discovery Isle has designated classroom areas where the children practice a particular skill or skills, and also learn to work together.
- Teachers facilitate these guided learning experiences, moving among the children as they work in groups.
- Each center provides children with an opportunity to solve problems, engage in imaginative play, organize their world, and use expressive language.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Discovery Isle Child Development Center?
The application deadline for Discovery Isle Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Discovery Isle Child Development Center is Calvary Preparatory Academy-Online (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is San Marcos KinderCare (0.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
San Marcos KinderCare ![San Marcos KinderCare Photo - Building Image]( "San Marcos KinderCare Photo - Building Image")
Daycare / Preschool
6270 Flying Leo Carrillo Lane
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 431-2558
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 431-2558
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK
1740 La Costa Meadows Dr. Suite 105
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 410-8283
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 410-8283
0.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 348 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
6269 El Fuerte St
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 448-9820
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 448-9820
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 695 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 47 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Grace Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
2731 Abedul St
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 804-0498
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 804-0498
1.5 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 24 students
1350 Discovery St
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 744-0207
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 744-0207
1.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 160 students Avg. class size: 160 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1740 La Costa Meadows Dr. Suite 105
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 410-8283
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 410-8283
0.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 348 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
6269 El Fuerte St
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 448-9820
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 448-9820
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 695 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 47 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Grace Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
2731 Abedul St
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 804-0498
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 804-0498
1.5 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 24 students
Teri, Inc. The Country School
Special Education School
1145 Lin Da Vista Dr Ste 105
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 331-9116
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 331-9116
2.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 21 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
500 Las Flores Dr
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 305-8505
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 305-8505
2.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 351 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1740 La Costa Meadows Dr. Suite 105
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 410-8283
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 410-8283
0.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 348 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
6269 El Fuerte St
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 448-9820
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 448-9820
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 695 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 47 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Grace Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
2731 Abedul St
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 804-0498
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 804-0498
1.5 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 24 students
1350 Discovery St
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 744-0207
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 744-0207
1.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 160 students Avg. class size: 160 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kuyper Preparatory School
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
2647 Gateway Road Suite 105PMB440
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(877) 458-9737
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(877) 458-9737
1.8 miles
Gr: K-3 | 13 students Avg. class size: 10 students Acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
San Marcos KinderCare ![San Marcos KinderCare Photo - Building Image]( "San Marcos KinderCare Photo - Building Image")
Daycare / Preschool
6270 Flying Leo Carrillo Lane
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 431-2558
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 431-2558
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-PK
2585 Business Park Drive
Vista, CA 92081
(760) 635-3747
Vista, CA 92081
(760) 635-3747
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 111 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
Aspirations School Of Learning
Daycare / Preschool
6286 El Camino Real
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 603-9173
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 603-9173
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 164 students Tuition listed
La Costa Valley Preschool & Kindergarten ![La Costa Valley Preschool & Kindergarten Photo - La Costa Valley Preschool and Kindergarten provides early education for children in North County San Diego areas of Carlsbad, La Costa, Encinitas, Solana Beach and Cardiff California. Featuring year round enrollment for kids 2 to 6 yrs. at 1 of 3 nationally accredited preschools by the Academy of Early Childhood Programs.]( "La Costa Valley Preschool & Kindergarten Photo - La Costa Valley Preschool and Kindergarten provides early education for children in North County San Diego areas of Carlsbad, La Costa, Encinitas, Solana Beach and Cardiff California. Featuring year round enrollment for kids 2 to 6 yrs. at 1 of 3 nationally accredited preschools by the Academy of Early Childhood Programs.")
Daycare / Preschool
2276 Calle Barcelona
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 436-2797
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 436-2797
3.4 miles
Gr: K | 34 students
Stars Montessori Academy
Montessori School
1680 S Melrose Dr Ste 115
Vista, CA 92081
(760) 597-9796
Vista, CA 92081
(760) 597-9796
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 96 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Pivot Charter School - San Diego Ii
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1030 La Bonita Dr., Ste. 100
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 591-0217
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 591-0217
1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 90 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Sage Oak Charter School- Keppel
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1473 Ford St., Ste. #105
Redlands, CA 92373
(888) 345-4445
Redlands, CA 92373
(888) 345-4445
1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 441 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Carrillo Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2875 Poinsettia Ln.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 290-2900
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 290-2900
1.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 725 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
La Costa Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6889 El Fuerte St.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 290-2121
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 290-2121
1.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 725 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
San Marcos High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1615 San Marcos Blvd.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2200
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2200
1.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 3,067 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
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