Montessori Tides vs. The Discovery School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
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Overview
Montessori Tides School is a nationally recognized Montessori School. It's roots were established in 1986 as a Montessori environment for ages three to six years old.
The current facility now inlcudes a full complement of ages 18 months through the Grade 3.
All the Lead teachers are trained and certified in the Montessori Method and the curriculum materials are consistent with the Montessori principles of education.
In addition, the director holds an internationally recognized AMI Montessori diploma from Xavier University and a Masters degree in Mental Health from Nova Southeastern University.
Discovery is a diverse and inclusive independent day school that educates students aged 18 months to 14 years in a unique program blending the Montessori curriculum with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme framework.
Discovery's Mission is that "We open our minds and hearts so we can discover the knowledge and ideals to build a better world."
Grades Offered
PK-6
NS-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
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No
Learning Difference Programs
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Yes
Year Founded
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1990
Students Body
Total Students
117 students
308 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
12%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
-
52
Pre-K Students
78
81
Kindergarten Students
10
29
Grade 1 Students
10
37
Grade 2 Students
9
19
Grade 3 Students
2
14
Grade 4 Students
4
18
Grade 5 Students
2
15
Grade 6 Students
2
16
Grade 7 Students
-
20
Grade 8 Students
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7
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
43 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
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43%
Average Class Size
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16
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:6
1:7
Classroom Dress Code
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Casual
(Uniform)
(Uniform)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
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Tuition ranges from $10,760 - $17,950
% on Financial Aid
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8%
Average Financial Aid Grant
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$4,778
Admissions Director
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Nita Hurley
Admissions Associate
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Meghan Devlin
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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2
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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5
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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Art Club, Athletic Programs, Robotics, Theater Arts and Design, Yoga