Duke School

Education Administration ProgramsUnited States11-50 Employees

Duke School was established in 1947 as a lab school for the benefit of students in the departments of psychology and education at Duke University. It became independent of Duke in 1984 when a group of parents made it a nonprofit organization with the support and assistance of Terry Sanford, then president of Duke and the previous governor of North Carolina. Duke School teaches preschool through eighth grade. We are committed to engaging in the continuing public dialogue to improve education for all young people. WHAT WE DO Inspire learners to boldly and creatively shape their future. IDEAS WE LIVE BY Learner-Centered Learners are the center of a dynamic and collaborative learning, inquiry and discovery process. Active Inquiry Intellectual curiosity through project-based learning propels learners to explore multiple paths to creative solutions. Bold Thinkers A deep love of learning and respect for our community forms bold, critical thinkers for life. WHY WE DO IT To prepare the next generation of problem solvers for our complex world.

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