The Independence School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked DE School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 470 students
Yearly Tuition: $24,900
Average class size: 19 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

Upcoming Events and News

Open House - Tue., October 06, 2026 - get more information!

- 08/11/2026
Join us for an Open House on Tuesday, October 6, and see the Indy Experience come to life! Choose between an 8:30 a.m. or 10:00 a.m. campus tour while classes ...moreare in session. Visit students in action, meet parent and student ambassadors, and discover how curiosity, confidence, and connection are nurtured from age 3 through 8th grade. Children are welcome to join the tours.
Register today at https://www.theindependenceschool.org/admission/open-house hide

School Rankings

The Independence School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Independence School
Nursery	32
Pre-K	32
Kind	53
1	40
2	40
3	40
4	42
5	48
6	50
7	45
8	48

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1978

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

Campus Size

90 acres

School Motto

'Inspiring confidence, encouraging big dreams'

Student Body

Total Students

470 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

26%

State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

55 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

19 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS)
Delaware Association of Independent Schools (DAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$24,900

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Tuition Notes

Preschool tuition ranges from $7,325 to $17,925 depending on number of days and full vs half days.

Summer Program Cost Notes

Summer camp costs vary based on selections.

% on Financial Aid

41%

Admissions Director

Michele Harra

Admissions Associate

Ashley Palandrani

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountryField Hockey

LacrosseSoccer

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWinter Track

Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

13 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubGirls Can STEM

Lego LeagueLego Robotics

Math LeagueOdyssey of the Mind

Quiz Bowl

Arts and Music Programs:

After-School ArtBand

ChoirDrama

Orchestra

Recreational Athletic Programs:

intramural sports

School Notes

The Independence School fosters a lifelong love of learning in children from age 3 through 8th grade, all within our expansive 90-acre campus.
We provide exceptionally strong academic foundations, unparalleled educational experiences, leadership opportunities, and a welcoming community for every family.
Our unique curriculum goes beyond traditional subjects to include effective study skills, confident decision-making, and time management strategies.
Discover the incredible value of an Independence education.

Independence's setting offers children age 3 through 8th grade a nurturing and welcoming school environment in which they are able to learn to learn and learn to lead. Our mission is to inspire students to become intellectually curious individuals who possess an expectional spirit for learning, leadership, and citizenship, and we work toward that every day. Independence's sequential curriculum spirals upward through the grades to allow for distinct academic unity while also providing opportunities for personalization through blended learning, collaboration, project-based learning,and varying paces. 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.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Independence School cost?

The Independence School's tuition is approximately $24,900 for private students.

Does The Independence School offer a summer program?

Yes, The Independence School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does The Independence School offer?

The Independence School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling.

What is The Independence School's ranking?

The Independence School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for The Independence School?

The application deadline for The Independence School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Event

Date

Yom Kippur: School Closed/Extended Care Closed

September 21, 2026 (Monday)

No School- Thanksgiving Break (Extended closed)

November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)

No School- Thanksgiving Break (Extended closed)

November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

No School- Thanksgiving Break (Extended closed)

November 26, 2026 (Thursday)

No School- Thanksgiving Break (Extended closed)

November 27, 2026 (Friday)

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 2/28/2026

Every single Teacher and Faculty in this school is absolutely amazing. It's education is amazing as well.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Teacher and Faculty

5 6/3/2022

Absolutely amazing. Mrs. Copeland deserves a million dollars.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Rach

5 3/10/2018

Our family is delighted with the academic journey at The Independence School. Our three girls are delighted each day to come home and share how much they learn at Indy. As parents, we appreciate seeing the engagement and enthusiasm. The school focuses on a solid foundation of balance in academics, mindfulness, sport and community service. It is said that it takes a village to raise children. The independence school is our village. It is a small school with a powerful community that is engaged in the children and their families as a whole.

- Posted by Parent - Ryan Haydu

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