Discovery Isle Child Development Center

We have been a long time DI Oceanside family since my daughter was 4.5 months old and the school was very new. Now I have a 4.5 year old Pre-​K and a toddler in the 2yr old room. I cannot say enough good things about the leadership that Melinda brings to the school. I personally know if I need anything I can go to her or any of the teachers. Melinda hires TOP quality people to care for the kids and matches the perfect people with each age group of kids. Melinda encourages parent participation in all things, open/​honest feed back and always has time for everyone. I see her working long hours to make sure her school is the best and it shows. Each class has taught my children so much. They learn everything from social and emotional teachings to art, math, science, language, etc. We have also participated in Amazing Athletes and Music which are also great programs with awesome people. I know Melinda hand picks the programs she wants at the school. I feel it is truly a well rounded environment for them and they have benefited from attending school there. Additionally, my children have some special care needs including Asthma treatments and they are happy to help. All of the teachers are warm and happy to receive the children at drop off and make them feel comfortable. I feel so happy that my kids enjoying going to school and have made friends and bonds with their teachers. We have had the following teachers Irma, Petra (amazing with my son who adored her), both Annas and Rhiannon, Kristine (so wonderful with my girl — she is my daughters idol) Tanya and they are all very special, amazing, wonderful teachers and we are so grateful!
While the entire school is wonderful I want to call out a special teacher, Ms. Tanya in this review because she such a wonderful asset to the school. She has been a constant the entire time we have been going. She is truly spectacular and someone who goes above and beyond her role as a care giver. Ms. Tanya will ALWAYS every single day greet the kids with a warm smile, hug (they have to hug her) and tell them «I am so happy you are here today and I love you.» I honestly could tear up thinking about the special bond both my children have with her. As a mom leaving your kids is always hard but when you know there is someone who you trust could fill in for you if needed that goes so far. In 4 years, Ms. Tanya is not sick, tired, grumpy, short, sad… or you would never know it if she was because she makes parents and kids so comfortable and I can only assume her coworkers. She gives 250% of herself to all the kids at DI and they are so lucky to have her! My son recently transitioned to a new class room and during his adjustment, Melinda and Tanya were there to ensure it was smooth. Tanya stayed with him until he was comfortable to be dropped off at the new classroom. She will also help my daughter adjust back to class (when she has a case of the Mondays). She can be seen daily running around to each classroom spreading love, cheer to the kids and the other teachers with breaks, helping them with meals, snacks, breaks — all with a wonderful, positive attitude — I really do not know how she doees it all! It’s so awesome that she is able to be in any class with all the age groups.
We love DI Oceanside, Melinda, Tanya, Kristine & the ENTIRE Team!

This school is great! I have had my kids in since they were about 8 months of age and now my oldest is 3.5 years, They love it! There is a lot of variety to keep them engaged and challenged. They start them young with baby sign language which is very helpful at home! They also have supplemental classes within that you can pay extra for, like music class (which is fantastic! and very reasonable) and athletic classes. When its hot, there is splash day and there is a lot of designated outdoor time that includes bikes, a sand box, and a big play ground. They have a definite curriculum and my son comes home every day with a new song he knows, or a story he loves or telling me what kinds of creatures live in the ocean, for example. The class sizes are small which is great as well. I feel great knowing my kiddos are being watched and taught by the teachers of Discovery Isle.

Simply awesome. I trusted my two school age children’s care to this center and they returned the favor with healthy, happy, and excited tots everyday going in and coming out of the center. The teachers are great and attentive. The kids that were also in the class were pleasant and well mannered. I was impressed with the activities they arranged for the kids whether it be scientific in nature or imaginary play. I recommend this establishment in a heartbeat. Got kids and a job? Trust them to take exceptional care.

I have two kiddos. I am also a full time student with a very random schedule, as well as an irregular paycheck. Not only does this school provide an excellent pre-​kindergarten education to my oldest, but they are also very open and honest when it comes to needing to change things last minute. I have been bringing my kids here for two years now. I love the school. Melinda and Ashley are great up front, and I can’t say enough about all of the teachers that work there. First of all, it is a feat in itself to even be crazy enough to work in child care (insert sarcasm here :)) but all of the teachers there do it with such care, grace, and dignity. My kids get so excited to go to school, and they are always eager to give big hugs to the teachers no matter the classroom they are in. It is a comforting feeling knowing that my kids are taken care of, being educated, and also being LOVED by those who are overseeing them for the day. I highly recommend Discovery Isle. You will not be disappointed.

I have no idea, why this center is getting 5 star rating. My experience was worst for our 9 month old daughter. In 3 days, I decided to pull my child out. Every day, my daughter would be handed over to us with a dirty face. They would not even clean her face after feeding. My baby’s clothe cuffs were dirty like grease every day cos of leftover food. We gave bibs and they did not even use it. When my wife asked them — answer was — You know there is a lot going on here. Really ?? Is that why you guys charge so much. Finally on third day my daughter came home sick. When my wife went to pick her up, her nose was running and no one even bothered to wipe her face and she was sitting alone. My wife then cleaned her nose with warm water in front of the care givers. They should be ashamed of keeping babies like this. Pathetic center. Would never ever return here.

My daughter has been attending Discovery Isle for 2 years, and I couldn’t be happier with the care that she receives. The staff truly cares, and I have never had a worry about my child while she is in this facilities safekeeping. Can’t say enough about these folks… they truly are the best!

My son attended Discovery Isle for about 6 months. He was in the Pre-​k class with Ms Jennifer and Ms Monique. They took the time to help my son since he was a little behind. My son loved going here everyday and always talked about his teachers. I’am forever grateful for his teachers! They prepared him way beyond than I expected for kindergarten. The tuition was a little pricey but it was worth the money!

After a horrific experience at a different preschool, I decided to spend a little extra money on a better education and environment and I am so GLAD I did. I couldn’t have chosen a better preschool for my daughter.
They have an amazing education system, amazing teachers, and an amazing school overall. My daughter was so happy there, that she wouldn’t say goodbye and would cry when I went to pick her up. She learned so much while she was there in the 4 months that she was in school; she learned spanish, how to count and identify numbers up to 30, science, her alphabet, and started writting her name properly.

My daughter loved her teacher Ms. Jennifer, and her friends as well, I was informed everyday of what she did, and how her behavior was. I loved the daily reports that were sent home, and the packets at the end of the month that showed me everything my daughter did inbetween!

The school treated my daughter and I so well and I am so thankful to them for all the love, kindness, and support they showed us. I doubt any other preschool would have ever put in half the effort they did to see my daughter happy and succeed! It broke my heart when we moved to the East coast to take my daughter out of their program, but I am so thankful for the 4 months she got to spend there! It made such a huge impact on my daughter and I cannot stress how much she learned!
You will not go wrong choosing Discovery Isle! This is hands down, the best place to take your children!