The Independent Day School
School Notes Overview:
The Independent Day School's mission is to guide young people toward high standards of scholarship and citizenship, an appreciation of the arts, and sound physical, social and intellectual growth in a nurturing environment. We encourage our students to develop a sense of curiosity, and to display empathy and respect for one another. We value hard work, the rewards of self-discipline, and the excitement of discovery.Our intent is to create responsible citizens for a diverse and changing world....
School Overview:
The Independent Day School |
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| School Membership(s) |
Other special emphasis association(s) National Association of Independent Schools |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 8 | |
| County | Middlesex County, CT | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 188 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(CT) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 15% | 19% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 16 students | ||
| Kind - 14 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 17 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 18 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 15 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 20 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 24 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 20 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 18 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 26 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 27 teachers | |
This School |
(CT) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:6 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 170 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- The Independent Day School's mission is to guide young people toward high standards of scholarship and citizenship, an appreciation of the arts, and sound physical, social and intellectual growth in a nurturing environment. We encourage our students to develop a sense of curiosity, and to display empathy and respect for one another. We value hard work, the rewards of self-discipline, and the excitement of discovery.Our intent is to create responsible citizens for a diverse and changing world.
- Profile last updated: 01/20/2007
In the News:
- Eliot Middle School Students Honored by McDonald's and CAS as Top Scholar Leaders (New London Day)
posted on August 20, 2009 at 12:41:20 pm
John Winthrop Middle School students Grace Carver and Paul Myers were recognized as top Scholar Leaders at the 2009 Connecticut Association of Schools (CAS) Scholar Leader Banquet sponsored by the Connecticut and Western Massachusetts McDonald's Owner/Operator Association. McDonald's owner/operators joined CAS to honor these students, who are among the best of the best in the state. Mercy High ... - United Way raises slightly less than last year (The Middletown Press)
posted on April 24, 2009 at 03:19:56 am
MIDDLETOWN — The Middlesex United Way’s 2008-09 campaign raised just under $2.1 million, down slightly from the previous year’s $2.2 million, the organization announced Thursday at its annual campaign breakfast. - Students bringing ‘The Jungle Book’ to life (The Middletown Press)
posted on April 3, 2009 at 02:51:05 pm
MIDDLEFIELD — The words to the memorable Disney song “The Bare Necessities” drifted out of the Galluzzo Theater Thursday night during the final dress rehearsal of the Middlesex Academy for the Performing Arts production of “The Jungle Book.” - IDS students excited to stage Dahl’s ‘psychedelic moral tale’ (The Middletown Press)
posted on March 19, 2009 at 03:26:05 am
MIDDLEFIELD — This weekend’s golden ticket will bring to life the tale of candy man Willy Wonka, gum-chewing brat Violet Beauregarde, technology-obsessed Mike Teavee, spoiled Veruca Salt, glutton Augustus Gloop and heartwarming underdog Charlie Bucket.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (06455) | School Zip (06455) |
(CT) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 2,969 people | 3,405,565 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 34% | 41% |
| Population Average Age | 40 years old | 37 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.6 persons | 2.4 persons |
| Median Household Income | $62,432 | $56,323 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.8 rooms | 5.6 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 48 years old | 48 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 86% / 14% | 64% / 36% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Gianelli's Early Learning Center - 105 students - 1.0 mi. away - view location
- Little People's House - 30 students - 1.4 mi. away - view location
- St. Sebastian School - 132 students - 3.1 mi. away - view location
- St Mary Of Czestochowa School - 193 students - 3.7 mi. away - view location
- Roadside Academy - 46 students - 3.9 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Middlefield, Middlesex County, Zip 06455
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