Lower School Mathematics Program Students are helped to understand fundamental concepts and to develop the ability to apply their knowledge in problem solving. All grades use word problems to promote analytical thinking skills.
Emphasis is based upon mastery of basic operations and the importance of accuracy in computation.
The metric and English systems are presented in all grades. Challenging enrichment activities for high achievers are provided to broaden and extend concept understanding. The academic program and materials appeal to the child's intuitive feelings about numbers. Our teachers use various manipulative materials before moving students to paper and pencil tasks. An understanding of the number system, including the relationships among basic operations, is stressed as well as inequalities and place value.