The Discovery School vs. Montessori Tides
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School Overview
Top Rankings
The Discovery School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
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Student Body
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Overview
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."
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.
Grades Offered
NS-8
PK-6
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
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Learning Difference Programs
Yes
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Year Founded
1990
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Students Body
Total Students
308 students
112 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
15%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
52
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Pre-K Students
81
73
Kindergarten Students
29
10
Grade 1 Students
37
6
Grade 2 Students
19
10
Grade 3 Students
14
6
Grade 4 Students
18
2
Grade 5 Students
15
2
Grade 6 Students
16
3
Grade 7 Students
20
-
Grade 8 Students
7
-
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
13 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
43%
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Average Class Size
16
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Teacher : Student Ratio
1:7
1:9
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Uniform)
(Uniform)
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Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $10,760 - $17,950
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% on Financial Aid
8%
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Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,778
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Admissions Director
Nita Hurley
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Admissions Associate
Meghan Devlin
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
2
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Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
5
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Art Club, Athletic Programs, Robotics, Theater Arts and Design, Yoga
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