1300 Paper Mill Road
Newark, DE 19711
302.239.0330

Independence School

Inspire. Dream. Achieve.

Age 3 through 8th grade

About
Our Mission
Independence inspires students to become independent, intellectually curious individuals who possess an exceptional spirit for learning, leadership and citizenship.
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Admission
Admission Center
Learn more about our admission process, all of our upcoming admission events or register for one today. You can also connect with a member of our team about any questions.

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Academics
Building the foundation
Unique to the Independence experience are the chances to learn exceptional study skills and the ways in which students gain confidence at each grade level.
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Signature Programs
Signature Programs
At Independence, students benefit from the unique experiences gained through Signature Programs at every grade level.

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Community
WHERE LEARNING MEETS FUN!
Plan your child's Summer At Independence. Browse our 2022 day camp and specialty camp offerings for ages 3 through grade 8.
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Athletics
Patriot Pride

Beyond the development of physical athletic skills, our programs help students build character, while teaching the critical lessons of teamwork, collaboration and sportsmanship.
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- Teams & Results
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Support
"SPIRIT" MAGAZINE
View our annual report of news and philanthropy, Spirit Magazine, featuring an in-depth look at the use of our 90-acre campus for teaching, learning, and playing.
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Amelia Wyant

Class of 1990

President

Rachel Wood

Vice President

Kristin Giffin

Secretary

Bill Doroh

Treasurer

2021-22 Board of Trustees

Board Members

Amish Desai

Molly DiBianca, Esq.

Kevin Dombrowski

Carrie Fang

Bianca Fraser-Johnson

Thomas Hanna

Mia Papas

Class of 1986

Jeffrey Shahan

Mona Singh

Vincent Thomas

Victoria Yatzus (ex-officio)

ADVISORY Board

C/MC Charles Baldwin
Robert J.A. Fraser
Sally Gore
Vincent N. Greggo
Patricia A. Ireland
Francis Julian
Richard Julian
Barbara Kraus-Blackney
Lisa Ramone