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
Tuition for 2024-25 School Year at NVSI is $13,000.
Tuition can be paid monthly with a deposit of $1,000, and installments of $1,200 per month (Aug-May). Tuition is pro-rated for late enrollment.
Tuition covers all school supplies, application fees, testing fees, and all single-day class trips.
NVSI is registered with Nevada Choice Scholarship Program (Opportunity Scholarship).
Additional Costs
Our mandatory end-of-year field trip is NVSI's only additional cost. The cost of this trip varies each year. For reference, the cost for the 2024-25 end-of-year trip is $1450.00. In 2024-25 NVSI students will be heading to Yosemite National Park for a one-week adventure in learning with NatureBridge. Trip price covers all food, lodging, transportation, and learning fees.
Fundraising opportunities are available throughout the year for this trip.
Required Technology
Students are required to bring their own laptop computer, iPad with keypad, chromebook, or Microsoft Surface. Technology must have at least 2.4GHz Wifi connection. Amazon Fire tablets are not compatible with all of our programs.
School Operating Hours
For the 2025-26 school year, classes run Monday through Thursday, 8:00am - 2:00pm. Each Friday, students have the option to attend in person, or work from home. NVSI also runs after-school clubs Monday through Thursday from 2:00pm - 3:15pm.
Enrollment
Enrollment at NVSI is limited to 28 students to ensure targeted instruction.
Curriculum
NVSI teaches the Nevada Academic Content Standards (NVACS). You can preview some of our teaching programs via our Family Portal.
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Extracurriculars
NVSI offers a variety of extracurricular activities. We offer daily (Mon-Thu) clubs that vary depenending on student interest. We also have family events and schoolwide service projects througout the year. Our school also offers an Interact Club for students who are passionate about service and community involvement.
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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