Overview
The intermediate program (grades 3, 4, and 5) emphasizes the basic subjects with a major part of the program directed towards the development of language, writing and math skills. Of equal importance is the social development that is taking place in children. The program of studies reflects the fact that a child needs to become more fully aware of the concepts of family, neighborhood, country and the world in a sequential program.
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In the intermediate program, science and social studies processes and concepts are highlighted as well as integrated with other subject areas in order to help students come to a wide and full appreciation of the world. Science is a discovery process using film, pictures, books, models, as well as "hands-on" activities. The social studies curriculum focuses on the development of concepts, ideas and methods of inquiry. The students' immediate environment of self and family is related to a study of people in communities, cities, and cultures throughout the world. The Mandarin program also offers students exposure to the Chinese culture as well as to written and spoken Mandarin. Children in grades three through five also receive special instruction in art, physical education, music, computer, health and swimming.
The continuous progress concept enables each child to advance as quickly as he or she can depending only on his or her ability. Various teaching methods, including small group instruction, independent study, large group instruction and one-to-one instruction are provided by teachers in an effort to best meet the needs of each student.
Classroom activities in a rich environment are supplemented by a variety of additional experiences that may include
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visiting artists, performers, and authors |
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field trips |
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drama, role-playing and story-telling |
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cooking |
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library activities |
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extracurricular opportunities |
Parent volunteers are encouraged to participate regularly both in and out of the classroom throughout their child’s Primary School experience.
Intermediate School children have an opportunity to participate in a number of after-school activities offered through the Elementary After School Activities (EASA) program or through community organizations such as Scouts, SACAC and others. Most activities are offered on campus. |
