The Discovery School
Tel:
(904) 247-4577
- 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 (2020-21)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Students: 244 students
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
The Discovery School places among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Type | Montessori School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | American Montessori Society (AMS) International Baccalaureate (IB) World School Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS) Florida Kindergarten Council (FKC) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-8 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1990 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 244 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 12% State avg.: 44% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 25 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 10:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 40% |
| Average Class Size | 22 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Uniform) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition ranges from $9,856 - $16,123 |
| % on Financial Aid | 15% |
| Admissions Director | Nita Hurley |
| Admissions Associate | Meghan Devlin |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 5 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Dance, Golf, Soccer, Track and FieldBasketball, Dance, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field |
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 |
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.".
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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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- School Location Miles Grades Students
- Jacksonville BeachSt 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 0.8 PK-8
854 - 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 Beach Grades: 6-12 | 21 students
0.9 miles
419 5th Ave North
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 803-3260 0.9 6-12
21 - Jacksonville Beach Grades: NS-6 | 161 students
1.1 miles
450 11th Avenue North
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 246-2466 1.1 NS-6
161 - Jacksonville BeachThe Playgarden by the Sea Waldorf InspiredDaycare / PreschoolGrades: NS-K | 75 students
1.2 miles
223 8th Ave. South
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 241-3259 1.2 NS-K
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