The Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center is located one mile north of Madison Area in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It first opened its doors in 2000 with 85 students in kindergarten through second grade. With the Reggio philosophy of learning as the center of its purpose, the school became a fully operational elementary school in 2003, serving 272 students in kindergarten through fifth grade.
Based on Reggio Emilia's philosophy of learning from the mid-1900s, the Child Discovery Center offers a progressive and collaborative form of education for young children. The curriculum is guided and influenced by the students, allowing it to cater to the direct needs of the community.
Due to this philosophy's belief that environment plays an integral part in learning, outdoor classrooms are used whenever weather permits, and physical activity and movement is heavily encouraged.
The Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center is highly sought after in the Grand Rapids area, so a lottery system is in place to keep enrollment available to as many students as possible in the community.
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center
Charter Elementary School
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Grade K-5
409 Lafayette Ave SE,
Grand Rapids, MI
School Details
Head of School
Ms. Lisa Heyne
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Math Proficiency
52%
Reading Proficiency
72%
Niche Grade
A
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
52%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
15
Full Time Teachers
15
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
GreatSchools Rating
6
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Male
52.6%
Female
47.4%
White
65.2%
Hispanic
13.6%
Two or more races
11.5%
Black
8.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
4/20/2022
I recommend this school to anyone looking for an intentional education for their child. Open minded staff and administration, a gentle learning environment that pairs perfectly with our parenting style. Each child is honored with where they are at. My son loves it here and I love being part of the s...
12/21/2018
Awesome school! One of the best schools in Grand Rapids. Perfect school for those looking for something less traditional. Hands on learning, getting the students involved in the learning process. Teachers work on academics but also help students with social skills. The school is welcoming to parents...
11/11/2018
Our children have thrived at this school. They are confident, have formed amazing relationships with school leaders and classmates, and have a strong love and desire for learning. This place is like a second home to our family, and we couldn't recommend it strongly enough.
12/12/2016
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center has been the perfect fit for my daughter. Following the Reggio Emilia Philosophy, the curriculum is emergent and engages each student in owning his/her education. Students are respected and seen as capable of reaching their full potential. To do this, they are giv...
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Map
About Southeast Community Association
List Price Range
$137K - $332K
Homes For Sale
3
Average Home Value
$222,523
Median Lot Size
5,662 Sq Ft
% Renters
72%
Household Income
$52,660
% of College Grads
17.2%
Median Age
30
Average House Size
1,591 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
86.3%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,185 - $1,635 per month
- Richmond Hills Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 450+ Sq Ft
- 1422 Preston Ridge St NW
- Grand Rapids, MI
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$1,250 - $1,810 per month
- College Hill Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 429+ Sq Ft
- 510 College Ave
- Grand Rapids, MI
Additional Schools in the Area
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Choice Schools
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- Pre-K to 12th
- Charter
- 9th to 12th
- Charter
- K to 12th
- Charter
Parks in this Area
Campau Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
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