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The Discovery School of Virginia Inc
- Education
- Dillwyn, VA
About this business
Established in 1998, The Discovery School of Virginia provides general academic programs to students with emotional, behavioral and learning problems. The school is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Education Facilities. Its curriculum includes reading, history, math, art, science and English. The school also organizes a range of athletic activities that includes basketball, football, soccer, softball, volleyball, swimming, bowling and skating. Located in Dillwyn, Va., The Discovery School is ... read more
Location details
2697 Copper Mine Rd, Dillwyn, VA, 23936, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
Our son Andrew attended DSV for 15 months, going from outrageous an refusing to attend school to an 87% average and a walk-on varsity high school hockey player at an elite private school. Universiry Arts program, then 2 yrs Law School. At age 30, he is operating 3 owned businesses and generating $2Mill in annual profits. He will always have challenges, but doing fine. My wife and I made the long drive to DSV several times. Credit to Don, John, Chris et al. Thank you forever. You know who I am and how to reach me, if you nee... read more
As a former student who successfully left the DSVA years ago, immensely proud and with a smile on my face, I have had some time to reflect on and assess my time there. I urge you to not be fooled by the positive reviews that others have left - please DO NOT send your child to this institution. It is a physically taxing and emotionally manipulative horror show that fronts as a legitimate 'therapeutic wilderness boarding school'. The 'therapeutic' tactics that the Discovery School stands by have been rebuked by the modern ps... read more
I was at DSV for a year and it completely changed my life. Prior to DSV, society had really messed me up, I was severely depressed and a miserable person to be around. Through DSV, I built strong relationships (with my peers and the staff) that I’m sure will last a lifetime. If you are running out of options and are considering sending your child to DSV, I would. If you are looking at group leading positions, I would apply (I have no doubt that it’s a hard job, but also no doubt that it’s a rewarding one). The reason I didn’... read more
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The Discovery School of Virginia Inc has a 3.9 star rating with 22 reviews.
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The Discovery School of Virginia Inc is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m.
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