Academics Academically, St. James serves average and above average children. An entrance exam is required for admission. The St. James curriculum emphasizes the importance of each student and the development of a strong academic base in reading, language arts, spelling, writing, mathematics, geography, history, natural sciences and foreign language. Music, art and physical education are integral to the program.
Class size is limited to ensure maximum opportunity for the individualization of instruction.
In keeping with its philosophy, and under the guidance of the Church of the Good Shepherd, the program provides enrichment in the Christian faith and life. Morning devotionals and chapel services are included in the weekly schedule. In the Preschool , which includes two and one-half year olds through Kindergarten, a carefully designed program focuses on the needs of the student, while laying the foundation for later learning. The Middle School Program, Grades 5-8, offers a superior academic program, including an enriched interdisciplinary curriculum and many opportunities for exploratory activities. The program emphasizes the special intellectual, social, emotional and physical needs of early adolescence and incorporates outdoor education trips.