A child's development includes his/her social, physical and intellectual well-being.

Our Goals:

• to create an atmosphere of respect and support
• to foster a sense of belonging
• to encourage independent, self-directed learning
• to develop life-long learners
• to create a safe environment in which to work and play

Our program is carefully planned to meet the physical and academic needs of each student.

We emphasize:

• a strong academic program in literature,
  language (phonics, spelling, grammar), mathematics, French, science, social studies and design technology
• the arts (music, drama, art)
• athletics (soccer, tennis, basketball, volleyball, track and field, gymnastics)

Our teachers are highly qualified and experienced professionals who keep abreast of current educational research. Life-long learning is an integral part of the professional development of each academic staff member.

Social Development
We provide an environment in which children learn to:

• respect the rights of others
• treat each other with courtesy
• work together in a co-operative and tolerant manner

Emotional Development
The teachers and parents work in partnership for all children:

• to foster healthy emotional development
• to help them articulate their feelings in a positive manner

Physical Development
All students are encouraged to develop:

• gross and fine motor skills
• teamwork skills
• a healthy attitude toward their physical well-being

Peer Mediation
Our Grade 4 students are trained as Peer Mediators to assist the recess duty teachers. Peer Mediation helps to establish a sense of responsibility in students and fosters a sense of caring for others. The Peer Mediators:

• model acceptable play behaviour
• listen to and help articulate disputes
• help the younger students to solve conflict through discussion
• build confidence and self-esteem
  

Intellectual Development
Our program is designed to ensure the acquisition of strong skills in literacy, mathematics and science and technology.

Literacy
Each Junior student:

• will be able to read and write competently and comprehensively
• will be exposed to a wide variety of literature (both fiction and non-fiction)
• will be encouraged to develop a love for the written word

Mathematics
Each Junior student will be able:

• to develop number sense
• to develop & understand patterns
• to problem solve
• to connect mathematics to the world around them and confidently use these skills in their everyday life

Science and Technology
Each Junior student is encouraged:

• to develop his/her problem-solving skills through hands-on experience
• to develop a curiosity for the world around him/her
• develop a competency in a wide range of computer skills