The early years of schooling build the foundational skills that your child’s entire educational career will be built upon. In first grade, we focus on phonics based spelling, reading fluency, reading comprehension catered to each student’s reading ability, place value, addition, subtraction, time, and basic geometry. Students spend approximately 1/3 of class working on reading skills, 1/3 of class working on spelling and writing, and 1/3 of class on mathematics. We limit the number of worksheets and formal written work in the classroom, focusing on hands-on activities that engage student’s minds and hands.