About Us

Inquiry-Based Instruction

The inquiry-based learning model is important because it allows students to explore and ask questions about the world around them, instead of regurgitating facts. This type of learning helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Learning Experiences

Learning must extend beyond the four walls of a classroom. At NVSI, we bring learning to life through real world experiences during our many field trips. Students have the opportunity to connect what they are learning to real life through service, community engagement, and exploring nature.

Units of Instruction

NVSI uses carefully designed inquiry-based instructional units that connect across all curricular areas. This provides students with opportunities to explore content by connecting what they are learning to the real-world, in order to solve real-world problems.

Relationships

NVSI only enrolls a maximum of 28 students. The small, personalized environment promotes acceptance, belonging, and creates a family atmosphere.

Whole Student

We focus on all aspects of intellectual and character growth, attending to the social and emotional needs of our students. With our small enrollment criteria, students get the time and attention they deserve.

Tuition Cost

Additional Costs

Our mandatory end-of-year field trip is NVSI's only additional cost. The cost of this trip varies each year. The cost for the 2025-26 end-of-year trip is $1300.00, which includes airfare, bussing, food, lodging, program fees, and wilderness guides. This year, NVSI students will be heading to Olympic National Park for a one-week adventure in learning with NatureBridge.

Fundraising opportunities are available throughout the year for this trip.

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School Operating Hours

Enrollment

Curriculum

Extracurriculars

Nevada Educational Choice Scholarship Program (Opportunity Scholarship)

NVSI is part of a select group of private schools registered for the Opportunity Scholarship. Schools participating in the program report student growth data to the State, to ensure funds are being spent on quality education.

Children whose families meet specific income guidelines could be eligible to receive Opportunity Scholarships up to $8,000 per student or more, per year.*

There are six approved Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGO) in Nevada. Click below for a list of active SGO's.

Nevada Choice Scholarship List

*Nevada School of Inquiry does not send or accept scholarship applications for the Nevada Choice Scholarship program. Parents and guardians must apply directly with the Scholarship Grant Organizations. Participation in the Nevada Choice Scholarship Program is an exclusive agreement between families and granting Scholarship Grant Organization.

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