Our Curriculum at a Glance: Benefits and Key Focus Areas
Kindergarten Curriculum
Social-Emotional Development:
1. Social skills: sharing, cooperation, empathy, and conflict resolution
2. Emotional intelligence: recognizing and expressing emotions
3. Self-awareness: identity, self-confidence, and independence
4. Friendship skills: making friends, taking turns, and cooperation
Language and Literacy:
1. Alphabet recognition and tracing
2. Phonics and phonemic awareness
3. Basic reading skills: decoding, fluency, and comprehension
4. Writing skills: tracing, writing names, and simple sentences
5. Vocabulary development: storytelling, rhyming, and word recognition
Mathematics:
1. Number recognition and counting (1-100)
2. Basic addition and subtraction concepts
3. Shapes and patterns recognition
4. Measurement: length, weight, and capacity
5. Sorting and categorization
Science and Exploration:
1. Sensory play: texture, color, smell, taste, and sound exploration
2. Nature studies: plants, animals, and seasons
3. Simple machines and tools
4. Materials science: wood, fabric, paper, and recycled materials
5. Environmental awareness: conservation and sustainability
Art, Music, and Movement:
1. Fine motor skills development: drawing, painting, and coloring
2. Music and movement: rhythm, tempo, and coordination
3. Dance and drama: self-expression and role-playing
4. Craft and construction: paper, glue, scissors, and building materials
5. Creative expression: imagination and originality
Physical Development:
1. Gross motor skills: running, jumping, throwing, and catching
2. Fine motor skills: hand-eye coordination and dexterity
3. Balance and coordination
4. Health and wellness: nutrition, hygiene, and safety
5. Outdoor play and exploration
Cognitive Development:
1. Problem-solving and critical thinking
2. Sorting and categorization
3. Memory and concentration
4. Attention and focus
5. Curiosity and exploration
Life Skills:
1. Independence and self-reliance
2. Self-care and hygiene
3. Time management and routines
4. Sharing and taking turns
5. Cooperation and teamwork
Assessment and Evaluation:
1. Ongoing observation and feedback
2. Portfolios and progress reports
3. Standardized assessments (as needed)
4. Parent-teacher conferences
5. Individualized instruction and support
Primary Level Curriculum (Grades 1-5)
Language Arts:
1. Reading comprehension: fluency, vocabulary, and critical thinking
2. Writing skills: handwriting, grammar, and creative expression
3. Phonics and spelling
4. Literature analysis: characters, plot, and themes
5. Communication skills: public speaking, listening, and presentationMathematics:
1. Number sense: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
2. Fractions, decimals, and basic algebra
3. Geometry: shapes, measurement, and spatial awareness
4. Data analysis: graphs, charts, and patterns
5. Problem-solving strategies: reasoning, estimation, and mental mathScience:
1. Physical sciences: forces, motion, energy, and simple machines
2. Life sciences: plants, animals, habitats, and ecosystems
3. Earth sciences: geography, climate, and natural resources
4. Scientific inquiry: observation, experimentation, and critical thinking
5. Environmental awareness: conservation, sustainability, and responsibilitySocial Studies:
1. History: cultural, social, and political contexts
2. Geography: maps, continents, countries, and communities
3. Civics and government: rights, responsibilities, and citizenship
4. Cultural diversity: traditions, customs, and heritage
5. Economic literacy: basic concepts, needs, and wantsPhysical Education:
1. Team sports: teamwork, strategy, and sportsmanship
2. Individual sports: fitness, coordination, and self-improvement
3. Movement skills: running, jumping, throwing, and catching
4. Health education: nutrition, hygiene, and wellness
5. Safety awareness: injury prevention and emergency responseCritical Thinking and Life Skills:
1. Problem-solving strategies: critical thinking, creativity, and resourcefulness
2. Collaboration and teamwork: communication, cooperation, and conflict resolution
3. Time management and organization
4. Self-awareness and self-regulation: emotions, goals, and motivation
5. Digital citizenship: online safety, etiquette, and responsibilityAssessment and Evaluation:
1. Ongoing assessments: quizzes, tests, and projects
2. Standardized tests and evaluations
3. Portfolios and progress reports
4. Parent-teacher conferences
5. Individualized instruction and support
Upper Primary Curriculum (Grades 6-8)
Language Arts:
1. Reading comprehension: literary and informational texts
2. Writing skills: essays, narratives, and descriptive writing
3. Grammar and vocabulary development
4. Literature analysis: themes, characters, and plot
5. Communication skills: public speaking, debates, and presentations
6. Creative writing: poetry, short stories, and scriptwriting
Mathematics:
1. Algebra: equations, inequalities, and graphing
2. Geometry: angles, triangles, and quadrilaterals
3. Measurement: perimeter, area, and volume
4. Data analysis: statistics, graphs, and charts
5. Fractions, decimals, and percentages
6. Problem-solving strategies: critical thinking and reasoning
Science:
1. Physical sciences: forces, motion, energy, and simple machines
2. Life sciences: cells, genetics, and ecosystems
3. Earth sciences: geography, climate, and natural resources
4. Scientific inquiry: experimentation, observation, and critical thinking
5. Environmental awareness: conservation, sustainability, and responsibility
6. Basic chemistry: elements, compounds, and chemical reactions
Social Studies:
1. History: ancient civilizations, world wars, and modern history
2. Geography: countries, cultures, and global issues
3. Civics and government: rights, responsibilities, and citizenship
4. Economics: basic concepts, trade, and globalization
5. Cultural diversity: traditions, customs, and heritage
6. Map skills: reading, interpreting, and creating maps
Physical Education:
1. Team sports: strategy, teamwork, and sportsmanship
2. Individual sports: fitness, coordination, and self-improvement
3. Movement skills: agility, balance, and flexibility
4. Health education: nutrition, hygiene, and wellness
5. Safety awareness: injury prevention and emergency response
6. Adventure education: outdoor activities and team-building
Information Technology:
1. Computer programming: basic coding and algorithms
2. Digital citizenship: online safety, etiquette, and responsibility
3. Software applications: word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations
4. Internet and email etiquette
5. Basic web design and development
6. Data management and security
Life Skills:
1. Time management and organization
2. Self-awareness and self-regulation: emotions, goals, and motivation
3. Conflict resolution and negotiation