Elementary
The SCA curriculum committee has taken a bold step by creating its own set of benchmarks, underscoring the school’s commitment to educational excellence beyond the Ontario curriculum standards. As an independent school, SCA’s mandate is not just to meet these standards but to consistently exceed them, ensuring that students are well-prepared to become tomorrow's leaders. This dedication is evident in SCA’s acclaimed elementary program, which is recognized as one of Sudbury’s hidden gems. The program offers a nurturing and welcoming environment featuring small class sizes, engaging lessons, and a wealth of extracurricular opportunities. Additionally, it emphasizes community outreach and encourages high academic achievement, providing students with the moral, social, and academic tools necessary for leadership in their generation.
Experience a place where knowledge and service flourish.
At our SCA, we blend rigorous academics with character development, teaching Bible as a core subject and fostering service through age-appropriate missions for each grade. Beyond academics, your child will find peace in using their talents to help others.
Key highlights:
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Daily lessons integrated with a Christ-centered perspective across all subjects, from math and science to reading and social studies.
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We emphasize leadership skills like communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity, all through a Biblical lens.
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Students explore their unique strengths and callings with enrichment classes, including, art, music, drama, physical education, and French.
Building Skills for Academic and Personal Success
Academic excellence and personal responsibility are key skills for a successful life. This helps set and achieve personal goals.
Highlights:
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Enhance executive functioning skills for managing homework and projects.
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Provide opportunities to seek additional teacher support.
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Encourage appreciation for the learning process through research, service, and projects.
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Foster transition from concrete to abstract thought and critical thinking.
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Integrate Christian values, guiding students to understand their identity and purpose in relation to their faith.
Unlock the World of Knowledge
Our curriculum at SCA offers a well-rounded educational approach, emphasizing both classical and contemporary methods to build a strong foundation for students.
The Language Curriculum:
A classical focus fosters a deep appreciation for literature and effective communication by engaging students with diverse forms and genres, tailored for different audiences. This approach not only enhances comprehension and critical thinking skills but also encourages creativity and expression.
The Mathematics Curriculum:
The use of Singapore Math resources emphasizes a balanced blend of rote learning and practical application, enabling students to master foundational concepts and apply them proficiently, often surpassing grade-level expectations.
The Science Curriculum:
SCA not only adheres to provincial standards but also delves deeper into natural and physical processes, nurturing a thorough understanding of scientific inquiry. This holistic and rigorous approach equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel academically and fosters a lifelong love for learning.
"Our family is so grateful for SCA ELC! The educators have helped our daughter grow not only in her learning but also in her faith, and we’ve seen her confidence blossom. Now that our son has started too, we feel so blessed knowing both of our children are surrounded by such love and care."