The Independence School
1300 Papermill Road
Newark,
DE
19711-3408
(302) 239-0330
Today: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
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The Independence School is an independent, co-educational day school for age 3 through 8th Grade. We providesan exceptionally strong academic foundation in addition to teaching the whole child, focusing on emotional, physical and individual needs of each student. 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. Our school community is diverse and dedicated to educating fine citizens of the future.
Mon 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tue 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Products and Services
Elementary School Education
Early Childhood Education
Middle School Education
Summer Camps
Private School Education
Our Specialties: Child Care, Elementary School, Middle School, Lower School Academics, Early Childhood Academics, International Students, Drama Club, Math, English, Science, Summer Camp, Visual and performing arts
Memberships and Associations
NAIS, Association for Delaware Valley Independent Schools
Reviews for The Independence School
The Independence School received an average rating of 1.50 out of 5 stars from 4 reviews.
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by Steven on 3/14/2021
by Steven on 3/14/2021
by Petur on 9/3/2020
by Amita on 5/12/2021
A waste of time and money by Sera L via Insider Pages on 6/5/2012
Despite the mostly rave reviews I heard of Independence before my child attended, I was thoroughly unimpressed with this school. There was no attempt to work with my child, who is only slightly behind developmentally. My child's few…
A disappointing experience by Sera L via Insider Pages on 6/5/2012
Despite the mostly rave reviews I heard of Independence before my child attended, I was thoroughly unimpressed with this school. There was no attempt to work with my child, who is only slightly behind developmentally. My child's few…
Best to Avoid by newarkres79 1 via Insider Pages on 5/12/2012
I cannot, in good conscience, recommend this program to any parents looking for a good pre-K program for their child. The administration is unable to handle even the slightest bit of deviation, When applying and going through the initial…
Many Better Options Out There by newarkres79 1 via Insider Pages on 5/12/2012
The school has been losing enrollment for a number of years, and after having a child enrolled at the school, I can see why. If you have a happy, creative, intelligent child and you want the child to continue to have those qualities, you…
