Junior School

List of 7 items.

• Junior Kindergarten (JK) & Senior Kindergarten (SK)

  Children are natural storytellers, questioners and explorers. Our Kindergarten program nurtures these qualities through intentional play and inquiry that reflects their cultural backgrounds, interests and lived experiences. Concepts from the “Four Frames” of the Ontario Kindergarten Program—Belonging and Contributing, Self-Regulation and Well-Being, Demonstrating Literacy and Mathematics Behaviours, and Problem Solving and Innovating—guide our integrated approach.
  
  

  In literacy, children begin developing early reading skills through explicit literacy instruction and exploring sounds, letters and words through shared and independent reading, storytelling and play with print. Educators intentionally model vocabulary and support phonological awareness, helping children make connections between spoken and written language.

  
  

  In mathematics, children build number sense and problem-solving skills through hands-on experiences with counting, comparing quantities and recognizing patterns in their environment. They also explore spatial reasoning by working with shapes and describing relationships in space.

  
  

  Through hands-on learning in Investigative Research (science and social studies), students observe seasonal changes, explore materials and begin to understand their roles in the classroom and community. 

  
  

  In French, children are introduced to everyday vocabulary through stories, songs and games. Music, visual arts, movement and outdoor learning support the development of creativity, empathy and early communication.

• Grade 1

  In Grade 1, students explore literacy and numeracy through stories, patterns and daily experiences that reflect their identities and worldviews.
  
  

  In reading, they develop fluency and comprehension by building on phonics knowledge, engaging with decodable texts and applying strategies such as making predictions, retelling key ideas and making simple inferences. In writing, students begin forming complete sentences with proper punctuation, experimenting with descriptive vocabulary, and writing short texts to express ideas, experiences and opinions. 

  
  

  In mathematics, they strengthen their number sense by working with numbers to 50, solving addition and subtraction problems, and recognizing, extending and creating simple patterns in objects, sounds and shapes.

  
  

  Investigative Research (science and social studies) focuses on the needs and characteristics of living things and the local community, encouraging children to connect what they learn to their everyday lives. They ask questions, make predictions and share observations in collaborative ways. 

  
  

  French instruction builds foundational vocabulary for greetings, family and classroom routines. Health and physical education support emotional regulation and respectful relationships. In the arts, students begin to express themselves through visual storytelling, rhythm and simple instrumental work.

• Grade 2

  Grade 2 learners are curious about how things work and why people live the way they do. Through stories, inquiry and conversation, students strengthen their literacy and numeracy foundations.
  
  In reading, they strengthen comprehension by identifying the main ideas, sequencing events and making personal connections to texts. In writing, students expand their ability to write organized paragraphs, use descriptive language and edit for spelling and punctuation.
  
  In mathematics, they work with numbers up to 200, practice addition and subtracting with regrouping, explore the foundation of multiplication and investigate simple fractions.
  
  In Investigative Research (science and social studies), they examine growth and changes in animals and global communities, exploring how living things adapt to their environments and how cultures around the world meet their needs. Students are encouraged to share their cultural knowledge and ask questions that matter to them.
  
  French learning continues with conversational phrases and vocabulary for common situations. Health and physical education emphasizes body awareness and cooperation, while the arts support imaginative thinking and the exploration of identity.

• Grade 3

  In Grade 3, students begin to recognize patterns in both the natural world and human systems. They deepen their reading comprehension and problem-solving skills across the curriculum, and transition toward more independence.
  
  In reading, they focus on summarizing texts, identifying key details and making inferences. In writing, they compose multi-paragraph texts with a clear beginning, middle and end, using varied sentence types and strategies for revising.
  
  In mathematics, students work confidently with numbers to 1,000, explore multiplication and division facts, deepen their understanding of fractions, and investigate measurement and geometry in real-world contexts.
  
  In Investigative Research (science and social studies), they explore forces that cause movement, soil and plant systems, and early Canadian communities, using hands-on experiments and historical inquiry to connect past and present. They engage in collaborative projects that reflect local and global perspectives.
  
  In French, they begin to create simple sentences and ask questions. Health and Physical Education reinforces active living and relationship skills. Artistic experiences in music and visual arts encourage students to share personal and cultural narratives through various media.

• Grade 4

  Grade 4 learners are increasingly able to think critically and draw connections between systems, ideas and their own experiences.
  
  Literacy and math instruction is purposeful and inquiry-driven. In reading, students learn to identify theme, compare information across texts and use evidence to support ideas. In writing, they create structured multi-paragraph pieces with topic sentences, supporting details and transitions.
  
  In mathematics, they extend knowledge of place value to 10,000, strengthen multiplication and division strategies, explore decimals to tenths, and apply geometry to symmetry and transformations.
  
  In Investigative Research (science and social studies), students investigate habitats and communities, pulleys and gears, and Canada's physical regions and early European exploration. These inquiries include fieldwork, mapping, experiments and reflection. Students are encouraged to explore how different communities interact with the land and each other.
  
  In French, they build conversational fluency and begin writing short paragraphs. Health and physical education supports self-awareness, inclusion and responsibility. Music and visual arts provide a space to interpret, represent and share their perspectives with growing confidence.

• Grade 5

  Students in Grade 5 are eager to explore complex ideas and real-world challenges. They consolidate foundational knowledge and take on new challenges. Literacy and mathematics are woven into interdisciplinary projects that spark curiosity and encourage deeper thinking.
  
  In reading, they analyze texts for the author's purpose, point of view and use of literacy devices. In writing, they craft opinion pieces, reports and creative stories, incorporating grammar, varied sentence structures and a growing vocabulary.
  
  In mathematics, they extend place value to 100,000, apply multiplication and division to larger numbers, deepen their understanding of fractions and decimals, and explore data management through graphs and probability.
  
  Investigative Research (science and social studies) includes the study of human organ systems, conservation of energy and resources, and Indigenous and settler relationships in pre-Confederation Canada. Students consider multiple perspectives and learn to conduct respectful research and collaborative dialogue.
  
  French instruction expands to include writing, question formation and storytelling. In health and physical education, students explore identity, wellness and leadership. Band and strings are introduced this year, inviting students to experiment with musical expression and ensemble collaboration alongside visual and media arts.

• Grade 6

  Grade 6 prepares students for the transition to Middle School, and marks an important stage in the development of independent, socially conscious learners. They engage in inquiry and discourse as they refine their communication and numeracy skills. 

  
  

  In reading, they interpret complex texts, compare themes across genres and critically analyze sources. In writing, they compose essays, persuasive arguments and narratives that integrate evidence, figurative language and strong organization. In mathematics, they work with whole numbers to 1,000,000, perform multi-digit operations, investigate ratios, percentages and integers, and apply geometry to angles and coordinate planes.

  
  

  Investigative Research (science and social studies) explores flight, biodiversity and Canada’s interactions with the global community. These topics encourage students to connect scientific and social issues, such as environmental stewardship, equity and innovation. They apply critical thinking and research skills to understand how systems are interconnected. 

  
  

  In French, students engage in conversations, write for purpose and interpret texts with growing fluency. Health and physical education continues to nurture well-being, teamwork and advocacy. Through band, strings, music and visual arts, students explore identity, voice and creative leadership.