Jacksonville Beach residents seeking the Montessori method of education for their children will be pleased to find the Discovery School. Founded in 1990, the school follows the Montessori principles of a child-centered curriculum that encourages independent learning in the Jacksonville Beach area of Florida.
The Discovery School offers a toddler program for children 18 months to three years old, a primary program for younger elementary children, an elementary program and a middle school program. Throughout their education children are placed in multi-age classrooms that encourage shared peer experiences and help to expand learning beyond the traditional role of the teacher.
In addition to the core curriculum, the school focuses on the arts, languages, international studies, STEM and EcoDiscovery. Physical education is integrated into the program and students can cheer the school’s Discovery Dolphins in basketball, volleyball, flag football and soccer. The Discovery School students may elect to attend an afterschool enrichment program, summer camp and participate in clubs that are designed to encourage cooperation and creative thinking.
The Discovery School is a private nonprofit independent school with more than 100 students. It is accredited by the Florida Council of Independent Schools and is affiliated with the American Montessori Society.
Discovery School
Private Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
102 15th St S,
Jacksonville Beach, FL
School Details
Students
320
Head of School
Kim Bednarek
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Annual Tuition
$23,000
Niche Grade Details
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Teachers
73
Full Time Teachers
65
Part Time Teachers
8
Teachers in First or Second Year
5%
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Male
51.6%
Female
48.4%
White
83.2%
Two or more races
7.1%
Asian
4.5%
Hispanic
3.2%
Black
1.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
IB Programs Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
6/7/2025
We absolutely adore The DiscoverySchool! The dedicated teachers go above and beyond, fostering a truly supportive and engaging learning environment. The strong sense of community among families and staff is palpable, making everyone feel welcome. Beyond that, the curriculum is incredibly well-rounde...
2/14/2025
Discovery is a magical place. The way my kids have grown - in confidence, social aptitude, and in sheer knowledge - in their 3-4 years at Discovery is immeasurable. Grateful to have them in such a safe, happy environment.
6/17/2024
My child has been attending Discovery Montessori School for two years and is now heading into his third year. He has grown not only academically but also emotionally. It has been great to see his development in executive functioning skills and personal confidence. The teachers and administration are...
5/17/2019
We had a lot of hope going into this school and tried it for multiple years but we have decided to pull our child and go to another (way less expensive) Montessori school. The price of the school wasn’t what turned us away, it was the product we received for the price we were paying. You expect grea...
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Discovery School is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-5 located at 102 15th St S in Jacksonville Beach, in the Jacksonville Beach neighborhood. Annual tuition is $23,000. The school has a total enrollment of 320 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. The average home value in this area is $754,712. Discover additional schools in the area, like The Foundation Academy, Beaches Chapel School, Providence School, and more. Learn more about what Jacksonville Beach has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Discovery School.