Our Academic Approach
We want students to build strong foundational knowledge while learning how to:
- 01Ask good questions
- 02Explain their thinking
- 03Make connections
- 04Solve unfamiliar problems
- 05Communicate ideas clearly
- 06Reflect on their own learning
Academic growth should lead toward increasing independence.
Administrative Class Groups
Students learn in mixed-grade groups. Download the weekly timetable for each grade.
Grade 2 & Grade 3
Grade 4 & Grade 5
01
English Language Arts
Strong literacy opens the door to every subject.
Students develop reading, writing, speaking and listening through increasingly rich and challenging learning experiences.
We emphasize comprehension, vocabulary, written expression, communication and the ability to think critically about information and ideas.
02
Mandarin Language Arts
Mandarin is an important part of the Newbridge learning experience.
Students develop listening, speaking, reading and writing while building greater understanding of the cultures and communities connected to the language.
Consistent exposure helps language become increasingly natural and useful.
03
Mathematics
Mathematics is more than calculation.
Students are encouraged to understand concepts, identify patterns, reason mathematically and apply strategies to unfamiliar problems.
Our goal is to develop both competence and confidence.
04
Science
Science begins with curiosity.
Students learn to observe, predict, investigate, experiment, collect evidence and reconsider their ideas.
Hands-on and inquiry-based experiences help students understand not simply what happens, but why.
05
Social Studies
Students explore people, communities, histories, cultures, rights and responsibilities.
They learn to consider different perspectives and understand how local experiences connect with larger social and global contexts.
06
Arts
Creative learning develops imagination, expression and confidence.
Visual art, music, drama and other creative experiences provide students with different ways to interpret ideas and communicate who they are.
07
Physical Education & Wellbeing
Healthy bodies support healthy minds.
Physical activity helps students develop coordination, teamwork, resilience and lifelong habits that support wellbeing.
08
Communication & Public Speaking
Being able to communicate clearly is a lifelong skill.
Students are encouraged to share ideas, make presentations, participate in discussions and become increasingly comfortable speaking in front of others.