Academics

Primary School (Grades 1–5)

A stage for building a solid foundation — language, critical thinking, study habits, and independence all take shape here.

By Grade

The Path Through Grades 1–5

Grade 1

Becoming a Student

The foundations of native-language literacy are laid. Students gradually adjust to rules and routines and grow confident in the school environment.

Grade 2

English Begins

🇬🇧 The Oxford English program begins.

Grade 3

Study Habits Take Hold

Building on native language, math, and English foundations, students develop the habit of independent study.

Grade 4

Independent Learning

Building on the foundation of earlier grades, students strengthen their ability to study and research on their own.

Grade 5

Japanese Begins

🇯🇵 The beginning Japanese program starts, preparing students for the transition to middle school.

Program Highlights

What Do Students Learn?

Native Language & Math

A solid foundation in critical thinking, reading and writing, and numeracy.

Oxford English

An internationally recognized textbook series lays the foundation for foreign-language learning from grade 2.

Beginning Japanese

Starting in grade 5, preparing students for our Japan Partnership Program.

Chess & Critical Thinking

Chess and other programs build logical thinking and patience.

Life Education

Foundational knowledge in health, communication, psychology, and finance.

A Supportive Environment

Each primary classroom has up to 30 students, so every teacher can give individual attention.

In Primary School

Inside the Classroom

Primary school students working on a hands-on assignment
Learning by making
A student presenting their work
Presenting your own work
A primary school classroom
Up to 30 students per classroom