Summary
Contact Info
Discovery Isle (La Costa/ San Marcos)
1655 South Rancho Santa Fe Road, Ste. 101
San Marcos
, CA
92078
LaCosta.discoveryisle.com
Tel:
(760) 752-8691
General Approach to Learning
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Play-based with some structure |
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| Predominantly teacher-led instruction |
Application Information
| Applications accepted |
After a phone conversation with the appropriate person at the school, after a face-to-face meeting at the school |
| Deadline for applications |
June 1 |
Key Statistics
| Age cutoff for enrollment |
3 years |
| School year |
Year round program |
Parent Ratings
| Parents at this school would recommend this school to other parents. |
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| Quality of teaching |
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| Development of social skills and work habits |
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| Home-school connection |
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| Parent community |
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| Discipline |
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| Facilities |
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| Health |
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| Safety |
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| Handling of separation |
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Survey Information
Number of parents surveyed:
3
Savvy Source survey: Yes
General Info
Facilities
| CONDITION OF FACILITIES RATING (4.0) |
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| Classroom equipment and furniture |
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Parents' Comments
Parent #1
Some teachers are excellent at this school. Some need a lot of training in discipline, parent relation skills, and knowledge of childhood development.
Parent #2
The school has a few really great teachers, unfortunately is run by a toxic administration who has little care for their staff or parental concearns. Because of this they will continue to loose the great teachers and children. Also there is no one checking up on the teachers who are not fit to be there. I would not reccomend supporting this school under the current admin!!
School Philosophy & Day in the Life
School Philosophy and Mission
We expertly combine academic learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. We engage children in a variety of ways that help them discover, explore and learn to their fullest potential. Children are given plenty of room here for their bodies and minds to grow. After all, both are growing at the same time. This is their introduction to a lifetime of learning, and it's a journey that should start out on the right foot.
Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
We balance playtime with structured learning experiences that include preparation for reading and math, beginning Spanish, computers and a wellness program. Our preschool provides a safe, nurturing environment, and our caring teachers are dedicated to creating lifelong learners. Our Links to Learning Curriculum is an integrated series of programs that take advantage of a child's readiness to learn through fun, challenging and meaningful activities. We link parents to their child's classroom experiences by providing a monthly summary of their child's work and suggestions to continue the learning at home. It's part of a communication progress that keeps parents truly involved.
Quality of Teaching
Teachers Are:
| OVERALL RATING: (3.6) |
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| Full of energy and seemingly happy in job |
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| Patient and affectionate with children |
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| Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior |
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| Provides feedback on what my child does during the day |
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| Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate |
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| Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses |
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| If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off |
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| Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute |
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| Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them |
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| Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn |
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| Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts |
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| Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children |
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Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
One of the teachers is not positive towards the children or doesn't give positive feedback to the parents about their children's progress.
Home School Connection
Home-School Connection
| OVERALL RATING (4.5) |
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| Conducts an open house at start of school year |
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| Conducts a parent-teacher meeting at start of school year |
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| Conducts regular parent teacher conferences |
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| Provides summary of child’s learning at end of year |
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| Provides guidance on developmental goals for the following year |
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| Provides guidance on best Kindergarten and elementary schools |
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Director's and Parents' Comments
Parents' Comments
Parent #1
The teachers don't seem to handle the separation very well. They've just said, "Sit down" or "Go play". This is one area we've felt disappointed in with this school.
Parent Community
| COHESIVENESS RATING (4.0) |
Parents:
Modes of Communication Between School and Home
Ages, Schedule & Tuition
Ages, Class Size, Days & Tuition
| Ages |
Class Size |
Days |
Tuition |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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$90/Week |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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$128/Week |
From
3 years
to
5 years
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$180/Week |
Extended Care
Notes on Schedule and Extended Care
Notes
At this location, Discovery Isle offers classes for children between the ages of 6 weeks and 1st Grade. Only preschool details have been included above. For more information about other age groups, please contact Discovery Isle directly.
Child Care fees are charged by full-day sessions in the Preschool program. A 10% Sibling Discount is available.
The Center closes at 6:00pm and late pick-up charges of $1.00 per minute apply after closing time. Five late pick-ups may result in termination of childcare services.
Calendar Year
School Year
Kindergarten Placement & Tips
Director and Parents have not yet submitted this information to the Savvy Source.
