Kindergarten - Grade 3

List of 13 items.

• Applied Design, Skills & Technologies (ADST)

  Students progressively develop digital literacy, problem-solving, and creative expression through technology.
  
  

  • Kindergarten – Grade 1: Introduce fundamental technology concepts, including responsible digital citizenship, iPad management, and using Seesaw for communication and learning.
  • Grade 2: Expand on digital skills by exploring coding and algorithmic thinking through robotics, storytelling with iMovie, and foundational keyboarding. Develop executive functioning strategies to enhance focus and productivity on iPads.
  • Grade 3: Deepen computational thinking with artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts. Apply design and fabrication skills through 3D printing and laser cutting.

  This progression builds essential digital fluency, critical thinking, and creativity to support future learning.

• Choral

  Students develop vocal skills, musical literacy, and confidence in performance through ensemble singing.
  
  

  • Kindergarten – Grade 1: Introduce singing as a form of self-expression, focusing on vocal foundations, healthy tone production, and rhythm. Students explore basic notation and ensemble singing in a supportive setting.
  • Grade 2: Expand music literacy by studying standard notation and developing ensemble skills. Students refine vocal technique and learn performance habits through informal and formal concerts.
  • Grade 3: Strengthen musicianship with advanced vocal techniques, ensemble precision, and concert etiquette. Students apply their skills in polished performances, deepening their confidence and musical expression.

• English / Literacy

  Students build foundational literacy skills through reading, writing, speaking, and listening, progressively developing comprehension, critical thinking, and expressive abilities.
  
  

  • Kindergarten – Grade 1: Establish early literacy skills through a multisensory approach, focusing on phonics, letter formation, sentence structure, and story elements. Students engage in guided reading, journal writing, and storytelling while using technology to reinforce learning.
  • Grade 2: Expand reading comprehension and writing proficiency through fiction and nonfiction texts, book clubs, and structured writing exercises. Students develop grammar, spelling, and presentation skills while engaging in creative and analytical discussions.
  • Grade 3: Strengthen literacy through structured paragraph writing, literature circles, and oral presentations. Using Reading Power strategies, students refine comprehension, grammar, and syntax while deepening their ability to analyze and express ideas clearly.

  This progression fosters confident readers and writers, equipping students with essential literacy skills for effective communication and critical thinking.

• French Language

  This curriculum develops foundational French language skills through an engaging, multisensory approach, emphasizing oral expression, comprehension, and cultural awareness, with a progressive increase in complexity.
  
  

  • Kindergarten: Introduces basic French vocabulary and culture through immersive activities like songs, stories, and games. The focus is on oral expression and foundational concepts like counting, colors, and seasons.
  • Grade 1: Begins structured language learning using the Accelerated Integrative Method (AIM), incorporating gestures to aid comprehension. Students develop basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills through engaging plays.
  • Grade 2: Expands French proficiency with increased class time, continuing with AIM to reinforce vocabulary and language structures. Students further develop their skills through more complex plays.
  • Grade 3: Strengthens communication skills through more complex plays and interactive activities. Students develop reading and writing abilities, review core vocabulary, and practice conversational skills, building confidence in French language use.

  Through storytelling, music, games, and cultural exploration, students progressively build confidence in speaking, understanding, and expressing themselves in French.

• Mandarin

  Students explore Mandarin language and culture through interactive activities, developing foundational communication skills and cultural awareness.
  
  

  • Kindergarten – Grade 1: Introduce basic vocabulary (greetings, counting, colors) through songs, stories, role-plays, and games. Students engage in cultural experiences such as food-making and festival celebrations while practicing simple dialogues and expressions.
  • Grade 2: Expand language skills by learning to count to 100, answer yes/no questions, and construct simple sentences. Students develop phonetic awareness through pinyin while exploring Chinese culture through stories, songs, and games.
  • Grade 3: Strengthen vocabulary and conversational skills with a focus on greetings, family names, and emotions. Students perform a short AIM (Accelerative Integrated Methodology) play, The Little Cat Looks for a Home, and explore Mandarin holidays through interactive discussions.

  This curriculum fosters language acquisition, cultural appreciation, and confidence in communicating through immersive, playful learning experiences.

• Mathematics

  Our numeracy curriculum cultivates strong mathematical skills through hands-on exploration, real-world connections, and the progressive development of mathematical reasoning.
  
  

  • Kindergarten – Grade 1: Focuses on building foundational number sense and flexible thinking using concrete, pictorial, and symbolic representations. Activities include sorting, patterning, graphing, measurement, and problem-solving to establish strong early numeracy concepts.
  • Grade 2: Expands mathematical understanding by introducing place value, number operations (addition/subtraction), inequalities, and word problems. Students explore patterns, measurement, and data representation using hands-on tools and technology.
  • Grade 3: Applies mathematical reasoning to real-world contexts, developing critical thinking through problem-solving and abstract concepts. Key focus areas include place value, multiplication, division, fractions, time, and geometry.

  This progression fosters confidence, curiosity, and logical thinking, providing students with essential math skills for deeper learning and future academic success.

• Music

  Our music curriculum develops musical literacy, creativity, and expressive abilities through a progressive approach that integrates singing, movement, listening, and instrumental exploration.
  
  

  • Kindergarten – Grade 1: Focuses on introducing fundamental musical elements (beat, rhythm, pitch, tempo) through engaging activities like singing, rhythm instruments, solfege, and movement. Students also develop essential listening skills and audience etiquette.
  • Grade 2: Expands musical literacy by incorporating notation reading, body and pitched percussion, solfege singing, and ear training. Students explore polyphonic music, more complex rhythms, and diverse musical genres and cultures, broadening their musical understanding.
  • Grade 3: Deepens musical understanding through the introduction of the recorder, focusing on performance skills and expressive playing. Students refine their understanding of rhythm, tempo, and dynamics, while also exploring music literacy, composition, and composer studies.

  This progression systematically nurtures musical appreciation, technical skills, and confidence in creative musical expression, building a strong foundation for lifelong musical engagement.

• Orchestral Strings

  The grade 3 strings program establishes foundational string-playing skills through a comprehensive approach that integrates note reading, technique development, and ensemble performance. Students learn instrument set-up, proper posture, bowing fundamentals, and rhythmic accuracy. The program emphasizes repertoire study, orchestral ensemble skills, and effective practice strategies, including visualization for performance success. Students gain valuable experience through formal and informal concerts, fostering musical discipline, collaboration, and performance confidence.

• Physical Education

  This curriculum aims to build foundational movement skills, promote physical activity, and foster teamwork, creativity, and confidence through daily PE, progressively developing physical literacy and a lifelong appreciation for movement.
  
  

  • Kindergarten: Focuses on developing basic movement skills (agility, balance, coordination) through imaginative and fun activities like music and movement, ball skills, and cooperative games. The emphasis is on building confidence and establishing an active lifestyle.
  • Grade 1: Builds upon kindergarten skills, emphasizing fundamental movements (running, jumping, throwing) through inclusive outdoor activities. Students learn teamwork and enjoy physical activity through sports including dance, gymnastics, and soccer.
  • Grade 2: Further develops locomotor, nonlocomotor, and manipulative skills, introducing teamwork, leadership, and innovation. Activities include cross-country, dance, swimming, and ball skills, with a focus on understanding the benefits of daily physical activity.
  • Grade 3: Refines movement skills through multisport activities (soccer, volleyball, basketball, track and field), focusing on improving coordination, aerobic fitness, and strength. Students engage in strategic and inclusive activities that promote overall wellbeing.

  Throughout all grades, the curriculum emphasizes the progressive development of physical literacy, teamwork, and the joy of movement, encouraging students to embrace an active and healthy lifestyle.

• Science

  This curriculum cultivates scientific curiosity and critical thinking through hands-on exploration of life, physical, and Earth sciences, fostering a deep understanding of the natural world.
  
  

  • Kindergarten: Introduces foundational science concepts through sensory exploration and basic process skills (observing, measuring, predicting). Students explore diverse topics like senses, seasons, forces, ecosystems, and environmental care, establishing a base for future learning.
  • Grade 1: Expands on kindergarten concepts by focusing on matter, observable patterns in nature (sky, landscape), light, sound, and the needs of living things. Students begin to understand the interconnections between living organisms, technology, and the environment, fostering early environmental stewardship.
  • Grade 2: Deepens scientific understanding through inquiry, problem-solving, and decision-making. Students investigate the properties of matter (solids, liquids, gases), the water cycle, animal lifecycles, and adaptations. This level integrates First Peoples' knowledge, connecting scientific concepts to diverse cultural perspectives.
  • Grade 3: Builds on previous knowledge by exploring complex concepts like biodiversity, ecosystems, matter interactions, energy transfer, and geological processes (erosion, deposition). Students engage in multisensory activities, experiments, and field trips, and begin to consider human impact on the environment, furthering their understanding of real-world applications of science.

  Throughout all grades, the curriculum emphasizes the development of observation, investigation, and an appreciation for the interconnectedness of the natural world, fostering a lifelong interest in science.

• Social Studies

  This curriculum fosters students' development as responsible, informed, and engaged citizens by progressively expanding their understanding of communities, cultures, and the world.
  
  

  • Kindergarten: Focuses on establishing foundational social responsibility within immediate environments (classroom, school, family). Students learn about their roles, community helpers, and basic environmental care through active participation and information gathering.
  • Grade 1: Introduces broader concepts of social responsibility, basic historical awareness, and geographical understanding. Students begin to explore their rights and responsibilities, develop basic mapping skills, and learn about Canadian symbols, expanding their perspective beyond their immediate surroundings.
  • Grade 2: Deepens students' understanding of citizenship and cultural diversity. They learn to consider different perspectives, analyze information from diverse sources, and explore various communities (urban, rural) while continuing to develop mapping skills and an understanding of Canadian geography.
  • Grade 3: Builds upon previous learning by exploring global geography (continents, oceans) and the specific geography of Canada, including its provinces and territories. Students compare cultures, delve into First Nations, Métis, and Inuit cultures, and study historical periods like pioneer life in British Columbia.

  Throughout all grades, students are encouraged to develop empathy, critical thinking, and a sense of responsibility toward their communities and the world, thereby cultivating active and informed citizenship.

• Spanish

  This curriculum fosters early language acquisition and cultural awareness by introducing students to Spanish, Mandarin, and French, with a gradual transition to focused study in Spanish and Mandarin. The program emphasizes experiential learning through hands-on activities, storytelling, and performance, building foundational language skills and cultural understanding.
  
  

  • Kindergarten: Students are introduced to the diverse worlds of Spanish, Mandarin, and French through engaging activities like food preparation and cultural celebrations. Basic vocabulary (greetings, numbers, colours) is introduced through songs, stories, and games, sparking initial curiosity about global communities.
  • Grade 1: Students transition to focused study in Spanish (first half) and Mandarin (second half), learning simple vocabulary and phrases through games, songs, and dialogues. They begin to apply language in practical contexts, such as introducing themselves and expressing wants, and explore cultural traditions.
  • Grade 2: The curriculum emphasizes learning through gestures and storytelling, focusing on Spanish language development. Students expand their vocabulary to include alphabet, family terms, and location words, and continue to explore cultural holidays. The second half introduces storytelling through Mandarin, using classic stories.
  • Grade 3: Students develop their Spanish language proficiency, focusing on interaction and answering basic questions related to cultural traditions. They continue to learn through storytelling and performance, building on skills such as using classroom directives and describing others.

  The curriculum creates a progressive learning journey, moving from broad exposure in kindergarten to focused language acquisition and cultural exploration in grades 1-3. The focus shifts from general exposure to practical application and deeper cultural understanding, preparing students for continued language learning.

• Visal Arts

  Our art curriculum fosters students' artistic skills, creativity, and art history appreciation through hands-on exploration of diverse media, progressively building technical proficiency and analytical understanding.
  
  

  Kindergarten - Grade 1: Students establish foundational art skills in drawing, painting, and sculpting. They explore basic elements like colour, line, shape, and texture while being introduced to artists and art movements. This stage emphasizes creative self-expression and culminates in a portfolio showcasing their work.

  
  Grade 2: Building on the foundation, students expand their artistic repertoire to include collage, printmaking, and more advanced sculpting techniques. They begin to understand composition concepts like superimposition, fragmentation, and radial balance, and deepen their knowledge of art history and design principles.

  
  Grade 3: Students refine their artistic proficiency by applying advanced techniques in drawing, painting, and sculpting. They develop analytical skills by interpreting artistic styles and experiment with complex visual elements like multiplication and radial balance, demonstrating a greater understanding of artistic expression.

  
  The curriculum creates a structured progression, moving from foundational skills and creative exploration in early grades to advanced techniques and analytical understanding in grade 3.