Best Preschool & Daycare in San Diego and Riverside Counties
Where Young Minds Discover, Explore, and Thrive
Choosing the right preschool is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for your child. At Discovery Isle Preschool, we provide more than a safe and nurturing environment. We offer a foundation for lifelong learning.
Our research-based curriculum, caring teachers, and focus on the whole child set us apart from traditional early childhood programs. With multiple convenient locations across San Diego and Riverside counties, Discovery Isle makes it easy for families to find a top-rated preschool close to home.
Discovery Isle has been proudly serving families for more than 30 years. We support the needs of busy working families while ensuring children receive consistent care and learning.
Free vs. Private Preschool in California: What’s the Difference?
| Feature | Free Public Preschools | Discovery Isle |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility | Income-qualified families only | Open to all families |
| Hours | Part-day or limited full-day options | Full-day & extended care available |
| Curriculum | Basic early learning standards | Research-based, proprietary curriculum |
| Enrichment | Limited or not included | Art, music, physical education, language, and STEM |
| Consistency | Year-round care varies by site | Year-round care, including summer & school breaks |
| Facilities | Public school or shared spaces | Purpose-built classrooms and age-appropriate play spaces |
Why Families Choose Discovery Isle
Keeping children safe and happy is our main goal. We care about every child and help them grow, not just in school but in life too. Our classrooms are warm and inviting, so our students feel comfortable as they explore and learn. We teach them to be kind and to respect others. We help them to make friends and feel part of our school family. Each day is a fun new adventure at our preschool.
Our Links to Learning preschool curriculum helps children grow in many ways, like reading, math, art, science, and social skills. Each new skill builds on what they already know as they keep learning. Our teachers personalize lessons to match their students’ interests, learning style, and abilities. Does your child like playing with blocks? A teacher might ask them to build a tower while naming the colors and counting the blocks—linking language, math, and fine motor skills.
Our teachers know how to help each child grow and learn. They keep learning too, so they can stay up-to-date with the best ways to support children’s development. They work hard to create a warm and safe place where every child feels valued. Our teachers listen, cheer our students on, and make learning fun every day.
We think that parents and teachers should work together as partners. Our teachers keep you updated on what your child is learning, how they are doing, and even if they ate all of their lunch! We want you to feel part of your child’s time at school. We also hope you will share any questions or news from home, so we can better support your child’s growth. When we work together, we build a caring team that helps your child feel safe and happy at school.
Conveniently Located in San Diego & Riverside Counties
Discovery Isle has preschools across Southern California. Each location is designed to provide a safe and engaging space for young learners.
San Diego County:
- Carlsbad
- Oceanside
- Poway – Scripps
- Poway – Ted Williams Parkway
- San Diego – Peñasquitos
- San Marcos – La Costa
- San Marcos – Twin Oaks Valley Rd.
Riverside County:
