Lower Elementary (6–9)

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Program at a Glance

Philosophy

Children ask 'why' and 'how' — we answer with Great Lessons that spark inquiry and interconnections across disciplines.

Learning Areas

Language

Literature circles, research, grammar, word study, handwriting/typing, creative & expository writing.

Mathematics

From concrete materials to abstraction: multi‑digit operations, fractions/decimals, measurement, geometry.

Culture & Science

Timelines, early civilizations, physical & life sciences with experiments and field work.

Community

Roles and responsibilities, service, and class meetings build citizenship and empathy.

A Typical Day

Times are approximate; rhythm adjusts to the needs of the group and season.

Classroom & Materials

Environment

  • Flexible seating; shelves of materials; research nook with reference texts.
  • Lab carts for hands‑on science; maps & timelines; art corner for integrated projects.

Materials You’ll See

  • Bead frames, stamp game, fraction circles, geometry sticks, timeline materials, experiment kits, and primary sources for research.

Outcomes & Skills

Parent Partnership

Communication — Bi‑weekly updates; student‑led conferences; rubrics and checklists for long‑term projects to support visibility at home.

Readiness & Next Steps — Enjoys reading, exploring ideas with peers, and taking responsibility for personal work plans.

FAQs

How are projects graded?
We use rubrics, checklists, and conferences to track growth; students reflect and revise.

Will my child get traditional tests?
Assessment is mostly observational and portfolio‑based, with occasional checks for understanding.

How do you support different learning paces?
Individual lessons and follow‑up work plans ensure challenge and support for each learner.