Junior School

List of 6 items.

• Grade Three

  As first-year Georgians thirsty for learning and knowledge, the small Grade 3 class is a nurturing place with a focus on community and creativity – both in and outside the classroom. Our program is developed on the premise that boys learn differently than girls.
  
  

  Our timetable is blocked so that students engage in rigourous academic classes during the mornings, with the learning environment shifted in the afternoon to one that best suits the activity. The boys might complete a mapping unit in a nearby park or perform an experiment in the science lab. We acknowledge that many boys are kinesthetic learners and build “doing” into the curriculum.
  
  

  Our math program focuses on the development of conceptual understanding. The boys play a variety of games during the lessons to reinforce and develop their computational skills. They are enriched with problem-solving challenges.
  
  

  The focus of the language arts program is to develop a love of reading and writing. The boys analyze the structures of fables, the elements of a novel and are introduced to the life and great works of Shakespeare. The students are encouraged to read nightly and often discuss their personal reading with peers and teachers. The boys learn the value of the writing process and there is a focus on developing the planning skills and revision strategies to become better writers.
  
  

  Art; French; Physical Education units of sports like judo, hockey and swimming; and daily music classes that include choral and instrumental make sure our youngest boys are engaged at all levels – all while building the foundation for a successful Georgian career led by the motto “Manners Maketh Men”.

• Grade Four

  Challenge. Growth. Exploration. Discovery.
  
  

  These are the defining characteristics of the Grade 4 experience at RSGC. Known and loved, the boys reap the benefits of a small school as they undertake this exciting leg of their educational journey. The students learn to become more independent as they discover more about themselves and the world around them. They start applying the skills they learned in their primary years, as they become more abstract thinkers. Supported by a team of dedicated educators, a homeform teacher covers the core subjects of our boy-centered curriculum, with specialists for physical education, French, art, library, and both choral and instrumental music.
  
  

  The themes of growth and self-discovery are woven throughout our classroom routines and curriculum. The boys take on roles of responsibility and leadership in the class by volunteering to take on classroom jobs. They explore habitats, carefully researching and crafting habitable environments for living creatures. Learning about Canada encourages them to think introspectively as well as about the broader community and our history. They discover how stories and languages have evolved over time. They read about boys their age who have learned to survive under adverse circumstances. By offering choice in novels and assignments, we create an environment where the boys are invested in their learning.
  
  

  The boys participate in an outdoor education trip. They grow by trying new things and overcoming challenges. Our students are offered a wide array of after-school clubs and teams, and participation in extracurricular activities is encouraged. They learn to be more effective communicators as they develop presentation skills and self-advocacy.
  
  

  They do all of this and so much more!
  
  

  Grade 4 is the start of an exciting journey, as our Georgians become the best version of themselves.

• Grade Five

  “Your son will lead a balanced, purposeful and happy life in Grade 5.”
  
  

  Grade 5 is an exciting time during which boys continue to develop the confidence they need to confront the challenges of life as a more independent student.
  
  

  Guided by the Georgian code of respect, responsibility and voice, the Grade 5 boys feel safe sharing their ideas, concerns and questions with both teachers and peers as they navigate their way through a challenging curriculum that expects each boy to put forth a great effort to be the very best version of himself.
  
  

  The boys play the role of researcher, designer, developer and presenter with each project they take on, and while we celebrate the completion of a project, emphasis is placed on process, innovation and creativity.  The boys carefully consider the means by which they arrived to their end. True growth occurs through thoughtful reflection.
  
  

  We seamlessly balance academic rigor with the arts. Whether it be singing in choir or playing an instrument, a music class enriches each day in Grade 5. While art class is closely linked to the core subject curriculum, the boys are encouraged to use a variety of mediums to create personal and original pieces.
  
  

  Physical education builds strength, confidence and camaraderie through cooperative games in traditional sports such as soccer, rugby and hockey, and through non-traditional sports like judo and swimming.

• Grade Six

  Experience. Collaborate. Bond. Grow.
  
  

  Become a renaissance man in Grade 6. We believe that hands-on discovery is how boys learn best, which is why experiential education is a focus of Grade 6. The walls of the classroom are expanded to include the community and real-world experiences. The boys get their hands dirty as they build and experience what it’s like to create.
  
  

  Our learner profile, “researcher, designer, developer, presenter”, drives the focuses of the curriculum: creativity and innovation. Grade 6 students are encouraged to discover their personal voice, strengths and interests. A project-based learning framework engages the boys in authentic tasks and experiences. Whenever possible, we encourage choice and give the learners the power to make decisions about content, process, performance and product.
  
  

  We celebrate curiosity and the uniqueness of every child, designing instruction to meet each student’s needs. Our feedback is focused on growth; each boy is actively involved in assessing his progress towards the achievement of his goals.
  
  

  But it doesn’t end there! The theme of empathy permeates every fibre of our class community. Throughout the year, the class engages in global and local service initiatives and participates in the Roots of Empathy program. It is our goal to develop healthy relationships, which supports the boys as they enter the middle school years.
  
  

  A love of the arts is nurtured through our music and fine art programs. The boys choose to participate in choir or instrumental music, allowing their musical skills to grow every day. Our artist-in-residence offers mixed media, clay, sculpture, painting or drawing classes weekly in our spectacular art studio. The boys are encouraged to experiment with materials and fearlessly develop their ideas.

• Grade Seven

• Grade Eight