Lower School (3-6)

Lower School teachers deeply know their students! With strong content knowledge and understanding of the developmental needs of their students, Lower School teachers create an engaging student-centered curriculum that allows them to meet the needs of their diverse learners.

The Student Support Team, which includes the Learning Specialist, Literacy Specialist, Math Coordinator, School Counselor, and Division Director, meet weekly with teachers to support teaching and learning. The Student Support Team works closely with teachers to create high quality learning experiences designed to challenge and support each student on their learning journey.

Students thrive academically when they are physically, mentally, and emotionally well. Our Morning Meetings and Advisory program welcome students into the day, build community, and teach important skills such as active listening, asking thoughtful questions, and contemplating diverse perspectives. Check-ins throughout the day help students be in tune with their emotions and be empathetic towards the feelings of others. Daily recess is essential for giving students time to explore the outdoors and enjoy free choice play.

Through our Learn Well, Lead Well, Live Well Seminar program, students learn to take care of their physical health, build a positive identity, and develop the skills to build strong relationships and support healthy conflict. Our robust Physical Education program allows students to build foundational skills while exploring a variety of sports with the goal that all students find meaningful ways to stay active throughout their adult life.

From making sandwiches for Martha’s Table, to advocating for a chosen organization at the Helen Poon Community Engagement Fair, to helping collect and prepare bikes for shipment around the world, our students learn about the various organizations we support, the underlying systems that cause the need, and engage with their local community.

In school, students have the opportunity to lead through running for and representing their homeroom in student council, sharing at Gathering, speaking at school events, and assisting the school community by acting as safety patrols.