The Discovery School
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."
Discovery is the only IB school in the world to utilize the AltSchool education platform.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked FL School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Students: 276 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
The Discovery School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1990
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
276 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 45%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
43%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Uniform)
(Uniform)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $10,250 - $17,090
% on Financial Aid
15%
Admissions Director
Nita Hurley
Admissions Associate
Meghan Devlin
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
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
Robotics
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Theater Arts and Design
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Athletic Programs, Yoga
School Notes
- 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.".
Profile last updated: 07/20/2021
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to The Discovery School is The Noble School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Paul Catholic School - Jacksonville Beach (0.8 miles away)
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Miles
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Students
St. Paul Catholic School - Jacksonville Beach
(Roman Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 854 students 0.8 miles 428 2nd Avenue North
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 249-5934
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 249-5934
0.8
PK-8
854
Montessori Tides School
Montessori School
Grades: PK-6 | 70 students 0.9 miles 1550 Penman Rd
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 241-1139
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 241-1139
0.9
PK-6
70
Grades: 6-12 | 21 students 0.9 miles 419 5th Ave North
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 803-3260
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 803-3260
0.9
6-12
21
Grades: NS-5 | 161 students 1.1 miles 450 11th Avenue North
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 246-2466
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 246-2466
1.1
NS-5
161
The Playgarden by the Sea Waldorf Inspired
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: NS-K | 75 students 1.2 miles 223 8th Ave. South
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 241-3259
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 241-3259
1.2
NS-K
75
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