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Nevada School of Inquiry (NVSI) is a nonprofit, state-licensed private middle school in Las Vegas serving grades 6-8.
With enrollment capped at 28 students, NVSI offers a small, personalized learning environment built around inquiry-based, cross-curricular instruction that connects classroom learning to real-world problem solving, including regular off-campus learning experiences and an annual wilderness excursion.
Math and ELA are taught in small, level-based groups, while other subjects are taught together across all grades.
NVSI is registered with the Nevada Choice Scholarship (Opportunity Scholarship) program.
Tuition includes all admissions, technology, and testing fees. Tuition includes all day-trips, at least one a month. The only extra cost is our mandatory end of the year class trip, which students fundraise for throughout the year.
School Motto: Not just an education, an experience.
School Mascot: Hawk
Nevada School of Inquiry (NVSI) is a nonprofit, state-licensed
private middle school in Las Vegas, Nevada, serving students in
grades 6-8. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of
well-rounded, confident problem solvers by providing the highest
quality of learning experiences that nurture the whole child.NVSI
intentionally caps enrollment at 28 students, allowing us to know
every student by name, strength, and struggle. Students across all
three grades learn together for much of the day in Science, Social
Studies, PE, and Electives, with older students naturally mentoring
younger ones. Math and ELA are taught in small groups
differentiated by working level, ensuring every student is
appropriately challenged regardless of grade.Our curriculum is
inquiry-based and cross-curricular, teaching to the Nevada Academic
Content Standards (NVACS) while drawing from established programs
including Full Option Science System (FOSS), Illustrative
Mathematics, Teachers Curriculum Institute, CommonLit, and EL
Education. For advanced math students, we partner with Keystone
Online High School so students can earn transferable high school
math credits at no additional cost.Learning at NVSI extends beyond
the classroom through regular off-campus experiences, culminating
in an annual end-of-year wilderness excursion. Students have
traveled to destinations that connect academic learning to hands-on
service, community engagement, and exploration of the natural
world.NVSI is registered with the Nevada Choice Scholarship Program
(Opportunity Scholarship), and families may be eligible for
scholarship support through approved Scholarship Granting
Organizations. Tuition for the 2026-27 school year is $13,000,
covering school supplies, testing fees, single-day class trips, and
NVSI branded merchandise. Classes run Monday through Thursday,
8:00am-2:00pm, with an optional in-person or at-home Friday and
after-school clubs available Monday through Thursday.Not just an
education, an experience!
NVSI has been one of the best experiences for us and our son. When we started the school year, my son was experiencing anxiety and low self-esteem as a direct result of the private school previously attended. Within a couple weeks of attending NVSI, he was a completely different kid. He was becoming the best version of himself. Eric and Christina have transformed the education experience into a personal journey for each child. I wish every child could experience education like this because it is transformative. I will be forever grateful that I found NVSI. I think it truly saved my son and his education experience.
- Posted by Parent - Danielle Avila
53/1/2024
I am immensely happy that we found NVSI for our son. He is a wonderful child but has a few challenges when presented with the standard learning curriculum and environment found in most of the large, public junior high schools available in Las Vegas. Christina and Eric are fantastic educators and wonderful people. I definitely feel that my son would have fallen through the cracks in a standard institution, but at NVSI he has been nurtured, supported, and developed beyond my wildest hopes. The hands-on approach and unique learning structure offered really seem to have had a positive and lasting impact on my son. He has never wanted to go to school as avidly as he has since enrolling at NVSI. The change in attitude is amazing. I would recommend this school for any child. The cost is also very economical compared to other private schools in the area. That is not to say that NVSI is not a commitment for both the parents and the student, but it is absolutely worth the investment 100%.
- Posted by Parent - Clint C
52/16/2024
I love this school my son was lost in huge public school classes. He is now receiving the one-on-one attention he needs to engage with his studies. It is also very cost-effective for a private school.
- Posted by Parent - Aniolla Doremus
51/6/2024
NVSI has been such an incredible experience for my daughter. She wasn't thriving in public middle school and I was worried about her future. This school has changed her trajectory and provides the individualized attention she needs to prepare for high school. The school community is very harmonious and there is great communication about academic progress and activities.
- Posted by Parent - Lisa
510/6/2023
This school is amazing. Nevada School of Inquiry, considers each student individually. My son now smiles, he is able to experience hands on materials that relates to the subject area, finally allowing him to connect the dots.Look no further, this school is truly a gem.
- Posted by Parent - Jennifer
59/15/2023
I love attending the Nevada School of Inquiry. Eric and Christina have transformed the middle school experience into something extraordinary. They're like a second set of parents to me and I can't imagine life without them. They make learning enjoyable and exciting. It feels like a family here and I wish they taught high school too. They prepare us well for the next level and their love and care set them apart.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Kyla Dearborn
51/20/2023
Nevada school of Inquiry has changed middle school for me and my peers. It is a safe school where everyone knows we will learn with no one to worry about.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Kyla
512/2/2022
Nevada School of Inquiry is heaven-sent!! Eric and Christina are so natural in connecting with their students!! Their passion to serve is undeniable and what sets them apart!! Both being in the education field for over a decade, they have an understanding of the needs our middle schoolers need!! My daughter LOVES school and LOVES to learn and it brings me so much peace witnessing this!! Eric and Christina's holistic approach to each student is what they do!! Take a tour, and meet with them to experience it for yourself!! GO HAWKS!!
- Posted by Parent - Julia Yanez
512/2/2022
My daughter goes to this school and she LOVES it!! They do a lot of out-school activities which is what sets them apart. They get to experience real-world experiences !! Their beliefs are in alinement with ours!!
- Posted by Parent - Father
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