Since 1970, The Discovery Center School has successfully provided a supportive learning environment for the development of excellence in each of our students.
Graduates have been accepted to the most prestigious colleges and universities worldwide. We serve our students as the sensitive, intelligent, creative beings they are. We believe the purpose of our school is to provide a safe and supportive learning environment so that our students may nurture and develop the unique excellence within each of them.
We nurture each student's unique talents and creative expression
We instill dedication and resilience in the pursuit of excellence
We develop analytical and problem-solving abilities
We foster collaboration and teamwork skills
We encourage students to step outside their comfort zones
We celebrate cheerfulness and a sense of curiosity
The Discovery Center School is an independent, co-educational school for students in Kindergarten through Twelfth grade. The student population richly reflects the diversity represented in the Bay Area with regard to socio-economic, religious, and ethnic differences.
DCS is accredited by the National Independent Schools Association.
The Discovery Center School is committed to the overall development of each student.
To this end we provide strong academic instruction in the basic skills as well as a wide variety of cultural and aesthetic experiences within a success-oriented program.
Because there are great differences among students of the same age, factors other than chronological age are considered in planning a program to meet the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical needs of individuals in the classroom.
We believe that students learn best in an environment in which individuality is treasured and nurtured, in which students are encouraged to respond to the needs of others, and in which adult-student interpersonal relationships are characterized by warmth, care, and a deep respect for the welfare of others.
The DCS curriculum uses approved materials from various publishers and incorporates selected manipulative and enrichment materials into the educational program.
School begins just after Labor Day. Parents will be provided with a calendar. We provide an easy application process for busy parents. Call (650) 367-6791 for an appointment or send an email to admissions@dcssf.com.
Come visit our campus to see innovative teaching and students who enjoy learning. Visitors find the school rich with cultural diversity and an inquisitive spirit.
The school best serves students and families who value a quality education where inquiry and discovery are encouraged. Well-behaved students who are excited about learning benefit from our success-oriented program which provides strong academic instruction along with a wide variety of cultural and aesthetic experiences.
Kindergarten and KinderPrep for 4.9 years and up are enrolled year around, space available.