Curriculum
What We Teach and Why
Our curriculum follows the tradition of meeting children where they are. Subjects connect rather than compete, and the child’s genuine interest drives the pace. Here is how that looks across each stage of development.
Guiding Principles
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Child-led pacing
Students choose work based on interest and readiness, not an arbitrary calendar.
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Connected subjects
History, science, language, and math weave together so knowledge forms a whole.
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Concrete before abstract
Hands-on materials come first; notation and theory follow when the child is ready.
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Observation over testing
Progress is documented through careful observation and portfolio work, not grades.
By Age Group
Ages 3 -- 6
Early Childhood
- Practical life and care of self
- Sensorial exploration
- Phonetic awareness and early reading
- Number sense and counting
- Nature study and cultural awareness
Ages 6 -- 12
Elementary
- Reading, writing, and research
- Operations, fractions, and pre-algebra
- Biology, chemistry, and earth science
- History timelines and geography
- Arts, music, and creative projects
Ages 12 -- 18
Adolescent
- Advanced literature and expository writing
- Algebra, geometry, and calculus
- Laboratory sciences and research
- Global studies and civic participation
- Independent projects and mentorship
See the Full Scope and Sequence
Request our detailed curriculum guide, including standards alignment and suggested weekly rhythms for each age group.