Discovery Isle Preschool on Azuaga St., parallel to Rte. 56 off Rancho Penasquitos Blvd., serves children from 6 weeks through Pre-K and offers much more than just daycare.
Our nurturing environment fosters both structured learning and creative play, helping children reach their full potential.
Families from San Diego, Sabre Springs, Crestmont, Mira Mesa, Rolling Hills, Camino Del Sur, Penasquitos, and Torrey Highlands trust us to guide their child鈥檚 educational journey.
Contact us today to discover how we create a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1995
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Discovery Isle Penasquitos?
The application deadline for Discovery Isle Penasquitos is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Discovery Isle Penasquitos is The Cambridge School (1.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Rancho Penasquitos KinderCare (0.6 miles away)
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10065 Paseo Montril
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San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-3232
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(858) 484-4877
San Diego, CA 92129
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12855 Black Mountain Rd
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Special Education School
12271 Oak Knoll Rd.
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(858) 679-5744
Poway, CA 92064
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(858) 484-3488
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-3488
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Gr: PK-12 | 396 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(877) 673-8893
San Diego, CA 92131
(877) 673-8893
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(619) 630-0610
San Diego, CA 92102
(619) 630-0610
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9050 Maranatha Drive
San Diego, CA 92127
(858) 759-9737
San Diego, CA 92127
(858) 759-9737
4.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,007 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 41 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5555 Del Mar Heights Rd
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 523-4000
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 523-4000
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Gr: 9-12 | 1,646 students Sports: 26 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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12855 Black Mountain Rd
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-3488
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-3488
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 396 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Special Education School
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(858) 679-5744
Poway, CA 92064
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Poway, CA 92064
(858) 679-9949
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Poway, CA 92064
(858) 679-5744
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 679-5744
2.5 miles
Gr: K-8 Avg. class size: 8 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
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San Diego, CA 92131
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Daycare / Preschool
10065 Paseo Montril
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-3232
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-3232
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK
9510 Carmel Mountain Rd
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-4877
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-4877
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 378 students
12855 Black Mountain Rd
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-3488
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-3488
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 396 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
12135 World Trade Dr.
San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 487-6444
San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 487-6444
2.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 85 students
Legacy Montessori School
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Poway, CA 92064
(858) 679-9949
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 679-9949
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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(Math: 73% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
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(858) 748-4334
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(858) 748-4334
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Gr: K-5 | 531 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
(Math: 53% | Reading: 72%)
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9/
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9550 Carmel Mountain Rd.
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-1180
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-1180
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(Math: 68% | Reading: 74%)
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10/
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14125 Cuca St.
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 672-3600
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 672-3600
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(Math: 61% | Reading: 72%)
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(858) 484-1300
San Diego, CA 92129
(858) 484-1300
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(858) 484-1600
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