The Discovery School
Tel: (904)247-4577
- Discovery is a diverse and inclusive independent day school that educates students aged 18 months to 12 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.".
Quick Stats
- Grades: NS-6
- Students: 214 students
- Average class size: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | Montessori School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | American Montessori Society (AMS) Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS) Florida Kindergarten Council (FKC) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-6 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1990 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 214 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 12% State avg.: 41% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 26 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 40% |
| Average Class Size | 24 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Uniform) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition ranges from $8220 - $12920. |
| % on Financial Aid | 15% |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 3 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Dance, SoccerBasketball, Dance, Soccer |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 5 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Robotics Arts and Music Programs: Art Club, Theater Arts and Design Recreational Athletic Programs: Athletic Programs, Yoga |
Nearby Private Schools
- The nearest high school is The Foundation Academy (2.3 miles away)
- The nearest elementary school is 1st. Ave. Montessori School (0.7 miles away)
- The nearest preschool is 1st. Ave. Montessori School (0.7 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- Jacksonville Beach1st. Ave. Montessori SchoolMontessori SchoolGrades: PK-K | 53 students
0.7 miles
617 1st Ave N
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904)246-0433 0.7 PK-K
53 - Jacksonville BeachSt. Paul Catholic School(Roman Catholic)Grades: NS-8 | 752 students
0.8 miles
428 2nd Avenue North
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904)249-5934 0.8 NS-8
752 - Jacksonville BeachMontessori Tides SchoolMontessori SchoolGrades: PK-6 | 70 students
0.9 miles
1550 Penman Rd
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904)241-1139 0.9 PK-6
70 - Jacksonville BeachThe Noble Street SchoolSpecial Education SchoolGrades: 6-12 | 21 students
1 miles
1572 Penman Rd Ste 2&3
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904)803-3260 1 6-12
21 - Jacksonville Beach Grades: PK-6 | 244 students
1.1 miles
450 11th Avenue North
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904)246-2466 1.1 PK-6
244
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