Discovery Time School

322 S Juliana Street Suite 2, Bedford, PA, 15522-0155
Tel: (814)623-2818
Grades: NS - 8 | 79 students
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Discovery Time equips students with the skills and attitudes needed to become responsible, caring citizens and lifelong learners in a diverse and ever-changing world. Each student is viewed as a unique individual, who brings his/her own distinctive experiences and prior knowledge to our school. We emphasize early literacy, intuitive-based learning, and academic excellence and preparedness in a non-traditional, hands-ON learning environment that is dynamic, engaging, & joyful.

School Overview:
Discovery Time School
School Type School with Special Program Emphasis
School Membership(s) Other associations(s) for exceptional children
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Nursery/Preschool - 8
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported All
Year Founded 1984
Student Body
Total Students 79 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 2% (PA School Avg.: 19%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 7:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 20%
Average Class Size 15 students
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Classroom dress code Casual
(Weather appropriate for many outdoor activities.)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Tuition Notes Tuition rates vary by program, full or half-day status, and number of children and enrolled. Financial aid is available.
% on Financial Aid 10%
Average Financial Aid Grant $1,000
Acceptance Rate 75%
Admissions Director Dawn M Ziviello
Admissions Associate Stevie High
Sports
Total Sports Offered 6 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Bowling Football
Soccer Softball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 6 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
ATOMS Science Scholars Program Art, Music, Organic Gardening, Foreign Language
Central PA Regional Science Fair Chess Club
Fine Arts Theatre Program Weekly Cooking

School Notes:

  • At Discovery Time, students are nurtured to become lifelong learners who are curious about their world. We incorporate highly innovative teaching methodology and rigorous academic standards to create an amazing learning experience for each individual student. From toddler through 8th grade, Discovery Time offers high-quality teaching in a caring, family-centered community.

    • Profile last updated: 01/31/2013

Nearby Schools:

Discovery Time School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-8 | 0 mi. away
St Thomas The Apostle Elementary School
Gr. PK-5 | 0.1 mi. away
Snake Spring Valley Christian Academy
Gr. PK-11 | 4 mi. away
Friends Cove Mennonite School
Gr. 1-9 | 5.7 mi. away
Christian Light School
Gr. 2-11 | 6.2 mi. away
Noahs Ark Kindergarten
Gr. PK-K | 6.5 mi. away

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