The Independence School is an independent, co-educational day school welcoming students age 3 through 8th Grade. "Indy" provides an exceptionally strong academic foundation and so much more. Our unique Learning Applications curriculum guides student to develop critical study and organizational skills, teaches about learning and the brain, and helps Independence become confident independent learners.
Language arts and math placements accomodate students working both at and above grade level ensuring appropriate challenge and motivation.
Project-based-learning, STEM experiences, media and technology literacy along with an unparalleled writing curriculum are highlights of the program. Independence graduates are accepted to their top choice high schools, with many earning significant scholarships and awards.
Club or Organization: Chess Club, Girls Can STEM, Lego League, Lego Robotics, Math League, Odyssey of the Mind, Quiz Bowl
Arts and Music Programs: After-School Art, Band, Choir, Drama, Orchestra
Recreational Athletic Programs: intramural sports
School Notes
Independence's setting offers children age 3 through 8th grade
a nurturing and welcoming school environment in which they are able
to learn to learn and learn to lead. Our mission is to inspire
students to become intellectually curious individuals who possess
an expectional spirit for learning, leadership, and citizenship,
and we work toward that every day. Independence's
sequential curriculum spirals upward through the grades to allow
for distinct academic unity while also providing opportunities for
personalization through blended learning, collaboration,
project-based learning,and varying paces. Independence is
situated on 90 acres in the Pike Creek Valley, with easy access to
Wilmington, Newark and Hockessin, as well as nearby Maryland and
Pennsylvania communities.
Grades: K-8 | 73 students7.7 miles 302 Darling St Newark, DE 19702 (302) 737-8260
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School Reviews
53/10/2018
Our family is delighted with the academic journey at The Independence School. Our three girls are delighted each day to come home and share how much they learn at Indy. As parents, we appreciate seeing the engagement and enthusiasm. The school focuses on a solid foundation of balance in academics, mindfulness, sport and community service. It is said that it takes a village to raise children. The independence school is our village. It is a small school with a powerful community that is engaged in the children and their families as a whole.
- Posted by Parent - Ryan Haydu
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