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Erudite School ACADEMICS & Curriculum
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Curriculum
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Curriculum approach at Erudite Private School: Traditional
Erudite Private School has a Traditional approach to Curriculum (as opposed to Liberal Arts, Progressive, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, Waldorf approach).
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Approach
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Pedagogies and subject courses:
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Mathematics
Mathematics approach at Erudite Private School: Equal Balance
Erudite Private School has an Equal Balance approach to Mathematics (as opposed to Traditional Math, Discovery Math approach).
[Show: About Equal Balance?]What Erudite Private School says:
This information is not currently available.
Textbooks and supplementary materials:
Jump Math, The Art of Problem Solving, math contest materials (Kangaroo, Spirit of Math)
Calculator policy:
Calculators are not allowed during classes or homework.
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Early Reading
Early Reading approach at Erudite Private School: Phonics-intensive
Erudite Private School has a Phonics-intensive approach to Early Reading (as opposed to Whole Language, Balanced Literacy approach).
[Show: About Phonics-intensive?]What Erudite Private School says:
The main focus of our English Reading Program in Junior Kindergarten is the alphabet. Students learn each letter's sounds. We use a variety of fun activities to achieve this goal, such as stories, songs, games, etc. In Senior Kindergarten, we focus on blending letter sounds into words. We start with short vowel sounds first and then move on to include long vowel sounds, sight words, words with silent -e, etc. The students also take part in our Reading Program. Students get a set of beginner reader books to read at home on a regular basis. By the end of Senior Kindergarten, students are able to read short stories with simple sentences.
DIBELS Testing: This school periodically uses DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.
What Erudite Private School says:
We administer formal reading tests at the end of SK.
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Writing
Writing approach at Erudite Private School: Equal balance
Erudite Private School has an Equal balance approach to Writing (as opposed to Systematic approach, Process approach approach).
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Science
Science approach at Erudite Private School: Expository
Erudite Private School has an Expository approach to Science (as opposed to Inquiry, Equal Balance approach).
[Show: About Expository?]Teaching approach:
Our Science curriculum goals create a strong interest in this discipline and form a strong foundation of knowledge. Students acquire knowledge about the fundamental scientific laws and principles that underlie the modern picture of the world. They learn how to apply knowledge of Science to explain the world around us. Hands-on experiments are an integral part of our Science programme.
Treatment of evolution:
Subject Offered Evolution as consensus theory Evolution as one of many equally viable theories Evolution is not taught Topics covered in curriculum:
Subject Offered Biology Chemistry Ecology Geology Meteorology Physics Physiology Zoology Literature
Literature approach at Erudite Private School: Equal Balance
Erudite Private School has an Equal Balance approach to Literature (as opposed to Traditional, Social Justice approach).
[Show: About Equal Balance?]What Erudite Private School says:
Exposing children to events that they may have not experienced in literature opens up a world of communication, curiousity and creativity. Learning about the feelings, thoughts and attitudes of characters aids students in fostering empathy, establishing values, and understanding the world around them. Throughout poetry, short stories and novels, the children establish a foundation of analytical skills, descriptive writing, interpretation of the text and identification of themes as well as others.
Program covers:
Subject Offered Canadian lit American lit European (continental) lit World (non-Western) lit English lit Ancient lit Social Studies
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Humanities and Social Sciences
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Foreign Languages
Foreign Languages approach at Erudite Private School: Equal Balance
Erudite Private School has an Equal Balance approach to Foreign Languages (as opposed to Audio-Lingual, Communicative approach).
[Show: About Equal Balance?]What Erudite Private School says:
French is a regular part of the Erudite School curriculum starting from JK. Students develop a solid foundation in grammar, build a rich and broad vocabulary, and acquire written and oral communication and comprehension skills. Erudite School offers an optional Russian language program for students with Russian-speaking backgrounds. The programme is oriented toward fluent speakers, but support and diverse instructions are provided for RSL students. The Russian Academic Curriculum for JK-SK includes Language, Math and Science. At the end of SK, students are expected to read short sentences and write simple words. From Grades 1 to 8, the language curricula relevant to an official Russian language program are offered. Additional Drama, Visual Art and other classes taught in Russian are offered after school to support the core programme.
Language instruction offered in:
Subject Offered Chinese-Cantonese Chinese-Mandarin French German Greek Italian Japanese Hebrew Latin Russian Spanish ESL Fine Arts
Fine Arts approach at Erudite Private School: Equal Balance
Erudite Private School has an Equal Balance approach to Fine Arts (as opposed to Receptive, Creative approach).
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Subject Offered Acting Dance Drama/Theatre Graphic Design Music Visual Arts Visual studio philosophy:
Expressive Disciplined What Erudite Private School says:
The Fine Arts are an integral part of our educational curriculum. In order to foster the talents and creative process of the student body, Erudite School's schedule reflects the addition of Drama, Graphic Design, Music and Visual Arts. An intensive Music curriculum allows students to grow in vocal, music history, theory and playing instruments. The goals of the Drama classes are 1. let students learn how to express themselves,try themself in a different feeling. 2. learn how to collaborate with others 3. be an active participant in a school production and 4. giving students the experience of working with extensive cross-discipline projects. COLLABORATION of all of the departments of the Fine Arts. The Visual Art programme gives students the knowledge to form skills in drawing, painting, sculpting and composition. Students work with a wide variety of materials and are introduced to the classical style of Visual Art. Cross-curriculum projects.
Computers and Technology
Computers and Technology approach at Erudite Private School: Medium integration
Erudite Private School has a Medium integration approach to Computers and Technology (as opposed to Light integration, Heavy integration approach).
[Show: About Medium integration?]What Erudite Private School says:
From Grade Three, students start working with computers weekly. Computer science is an important part of the Erudite School curriculum. Students working with coding from Grade Three to Grade Eight practise game and website creations. They learn how to work with databases. Here is a list of some areas covered: Python, HTML, CSS, JS, etc. Another part of the Erudite technology programme in Engineering. During the course, students are challenged to work on projects starting from the planning step. During this course, students learn the basic fundamentals of robotics by exploring the fields of mechanical (3D design, 3D printing, electrical motors), electrical (voltage, current, switches, basic circuits) and computer (Arduino programming) and combine their skills to create real-life projects.
Program covers:
Subject Offered Computer science Robotics Web design Physical Education
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Sex and health education
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Preschool/K Curriculum
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Preschool/K Curriculum approach at Erudite Private School: Play-based
Erudite Private School has a Play-based approach to Preschool/K Curriculum (as opposed to Montessori, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia, Academic approach).
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What Erudite Private School says about their preschool/K curriculum approach:
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Language
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Erudite Private School offers English as the primary language of instruction.
Language of enrolment include: English
Curriculum Pace
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Curriculum Pace approach at Erudite Private School: Student-paced
Erudite Private School has a Student-paced approach to Curriculum Pace (as opposed to Standard-enriched, Accelerated approach).
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What Erudite Private School says about their curriculum pace:
Erudite School's mission is to teach students, not a curriculum. After an initial assessment, the student is offered a program most suitable for him/her. The mainstream of the students are above the provincial level. The school offers to offer individual support for students if needed.
Flexible pacing style
| Type | Offered |
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| Subject-streaming (tracking) | |
| Multi-age classrooms as standard | |
| Ability-grouping (in-class) as common | |
| Frequent use of cyber-learning (at-their-own-pace) | |
| Regular guided independent study opportunities | |
| Differentiated assessment |
What Erudite Private School says about their flexible pacing:
This information is not currently available.
Academic Culture
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Academic Culture approach at Erudite Private School: Rigorous
Erudite Private School has a Rigorous approach to Academic Culture (as opposed to Supportive approach).
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What Erudite Private School says about their academic culture:
older grades - preparation for high school provide support for students if necessary - remedial or enrichment
Developmental priorities
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Primary Developmental Priority: Balanced
Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation.
Secondary Developmental Priority: Intellectual
The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."
What Erudite Private School says about their developmental priorities:
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Special needs support
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Erudite Private School offers No support
Erudite Private School offers no/limited support for students with learning difficulties or special needs.
A - Forms of Support
Accommodation:
Modification:
Remediation:
B - Environments
Resource Assistance:
Withdrawal Assistance:
Partial Integration:
Full-Time Class:
Special NeedNeed
Forms of SupportA
EnvironmentsB
ADHD
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Learning disabilitiesDyslexia (Language-Based Learning Disability)This is a learning disability that can limit a child's ability to read and learn. It can have a variety of traits. A few of the main ones are impaired phonological awareness and decoding, problems with orthographic coding, and auditory short-term memory impairment.Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)This is a sound differentiation disorder involving problems with reading, comprehension, and language.DyscalculiaThis is a kind of specific learning disability in math. Kids with this math disorder have problems with calculation. They may also have problems with math-related concepts such as time and money.DysgraphiaThis is a kind of specific learning disability in writing. It involves problems with handwriting, spelling, and organizing ideas.Language Processing DisorderThis is characterized by having extreme difficulty understanding what is heard and expressing what one wants to say. These disorders affect the area of the brain that controls language processing.Nonverbal Learning Disorders (NLD)These involve difficulties interpreting non-verbal cues, such as facial expressions and body language. They're usually characterized by a significant discrepancy between higher verbal skills and weaker motor, visual-spatial, and social skills.Visual Perceptual/Visual Motor DeficitA characteristic seen in people with learning disabilities such as Dysgraphia or Non-verbal LD. It can result in missing subtle differences in shapes or printed letters, losing place frequently, struggles with cutting, holding pencil too tightly, or poor eye/hand coordination.
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DevelopmentalAutismRefers to a range of conditions that involve challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and speech and nonverbal communication. They also involve unique strengths and differences. For instance, there are persons with both low- and high-functioning autism (some claim the latter is identical to Asperger's syndrome).Asperger's SyndromeOn the autism spectrum, Asperger's is considered quite mild in terms of symptoms. While traits can vary widely, many kids with Asperger's struggle with social skills. They also sometimes fixate on certain subjects and engage in repetitive behaviour.Down syndromehis is associated with impairment of cognitive ability and physical growth, and a particular set of facial characteristics.Intellectual disabilityThis is a condition characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning (e.g., reasoning, learning, and problem solving). Intellectual disabilities are also known as general learning disabilities (and used to be referred to as a kind of mental retardation).Williams syndromeThis is a rare genetic disorder present at birth. It is characterized by intellectual disabilities or learning problems, unique facial features, and cardiovascular problems.Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an umbrella term used to describe the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother consumed alcohol during pregnancy. These may include growth deficits, facial anomalies, and damage to the central nervous system, which can lead to cognitive, behavioural, and other problems.
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Behavioral and EmotionalTroubled behaviour / troubled teensroubled teens tend to have problems that are intense, persistent, and can lead to quite unpredictable behaviour. This can lead to behavioural and emotional issues, such as drug and alcohol abuse, criminal behaviour, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.Clinical DepressionThis is a mental health disorder also called "major depression." It involves persistent feelings of sadness, loss, and anger. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms are usually severe enough to cause noticeable problems in relationships with others or in daily activities, such as school, work, or one's social life.Clinical anxietyThis is a mood disorder involving intense, relentless feelings of distress and fear. They can also have excessive and persistent worry about everyday situations, and repeated episodes of intense anxiety or terror.Suicidal thoughtsThis involves persistent thoughts about ending one's life.Drug and alcohol abuseThis involves the excessive use of drug and/or alcohol, which interferes with daily functioning.Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)This is a disruptive behavioural disorder which normally involves angry outbursts, often directed at people of authority. This behaviour must last continuously for six months or more and significantly interfere with daily functioning.
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PhysicalMultiple sclerosisThis is a condition of the central nervous system. It affects the brain, optic nerves, and spinal cord. Symptoms can include fatigue, loss of motor control, memory loss, depression, and cognitive difficulties.Cerebral palsyhis refers to a group of permanent movement disorders that appear in early childhood. CP is caused by abnormal development or damage to the parts of the brain that control movement, balance, and posture.Muscular dystrophyMuscular dystrophy is a neuromuscular disorder which weakens the body's muscles. Causes, symptoms, age of onset, and prognosis vary between individuals.Spina BifidaThis is a condition present at birth due to the incomplete formation of the spine and spinal cord. It can lead to a number of physical challenges, including paralysis or weakness in the legs, bowel and bladder incontinence, hydrocephalus (too much fluid in the brain), and deformities of the spine.Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder)This is a Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Also known as "sensory integration disorder," it affects fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. It may also affect speech.BlindnessVisual impairment is a decreased ability or inability to see that can't be fixed in usual ways, such as with glasses. Some people are completely blind, while others have what's called "legal blindness."DeafnessHearing impairment, also known as "hearing loss," is a partial or total inability to hear. The degree of hearing impairment varies between people. It can range from complete hearing loss (or deafness) to partial hearing loss (meaning the ears can pick up some sounds).Cystic FibrosisCystic Fibrosis (CF) is an inherited genetic condition, which affects the body's respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. It affects young children and adults.Multiple physicalAccommodating a wide range of physical conditions and disabilities.
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Academic support
| Type | Offered |
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| Learning strategy and study counselling; habit formation | |
| Extra support and minor accommodations for children experiencing subclinical difficulties |
Mild but clinically diagnosed learning disabilities
| Type | Offered |
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| Accommodations | |
| Modifications | |
| Extra support |
Additional support
| Type | Offered |
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| Social skills programs | |
| Occupational therapy | |
| Psychotherapy | |
| Speech-language therapy |
Gifted learner support
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Curriculum Delivery: This information is not currently available.
Class structure
| Program | Offered |
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| Full-time gifted program (parallel to rest of school) | |
| Part-time gifted program (pull-out; parallel to rest of class) |
In-class adaptations
| Program | Offered |
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| Custom subject enrichment (special arrangement) | |
| Custom curriculum compacting (special arrangement) | |
| Guided independent study (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Cyber-learning opportunities (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Formalized peer coaching opportunities (specifically for gifted learners to coach others) | |
| Custom subject acceleration (special arrangement) | |
| Career exploration (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Project-based learning (custom gifted arrangement) | |
| Mentorships (custom gifted arrangement) |
What Erudite Private School says about their gifted learner support:
This information is not currently available.
Report Card Policy
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How assessments are delivered across the grades
| Type | Grades |
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| Lettered or numbered grades | Gr. 1 to Gr. 8 |
| Prose (narrative)-based feedback | JK to Gr. 8 |
| Parent-teacher meetings | JK to Gr. 8 |
