Discovery School & Camp (Closed 2022)
Since 1968, Discovery has been dedicated to fulfilling the needs of the total child.
Our mission is to blend the emotional, cognitive and physical aspects of the child into a whole being.
Learning through play, at child centered learning stations and hands on experiences, is the cornerstone of our program.
We advocate proper nutrition, improved health and daily interaction with nature and the environment.
Discovery School & Camp is dedicated to fulfilling the needs of the total child.
Our intention is to blend the emotional, cognitive, and physical aspects of the child into a whole being.
Learning through play at child centered workstations and by means of actual experience is the cornerstone of the program.
We advocate proper nutrition, improved health and daily interaction with nature and the environment, at our fully accredited school.
Top Rankings
Discovery School & Camp ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
4 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
National avg.: 13:1
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 School & Camp?
The application deadline for Discovery School & Camp is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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