| primary school division |
| Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 1 |
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| Our Primary School Division is located in Building One of the School. Classes within this division lay the foundation for all future learning at Our Lady of Mercy Academy. Along with an introduction to academics, a primary student’s education includes a knowledge of God, family, community, and a respect for others. |
| pre-kindergarten |
Our Lady of Mercy Preschool fosters an environment where children are encouraged to bring their enthusiasm for discovery, excitement for learning and passion for creativity. Our children are supported as they develop their independence and become comfortable with a group routine. Children learn through play and direct educational experience while parents and teachers work together to nurture each child's evolving self-esteem. We encourage our children to become problem solvers, to express themselves thoughtfully, and to grow in self-confidence.
Social development is central to our philosophy. Our experienced teachers create a safe environment that allows the children to take the next step toward reaching their full potential. Children are guided as they develop their group social skills and Christian values through interaction with others, taking turns, listening and participating, and sharing experiences and feelings.
Our Lady of Mercy Academy provides developmentally appropriate programs for three and four-year olds. Each class includes individual, small and full group activities, directed learning centers, snacks and outdoor play. Art, music, movement, and library science are part of the classroom program.
Children in the four-year old program are also introduced to computer technology in our state-of-the-art media center. Children in our four and five day programs enjoy weekly classes with our music, art, library, computer, and physical education teachers.
Our limited class sizes facilitate early learning. Our separate outdoor play area and spacious, airy classrooms complete the picture of the perfect place to begin your child's educational journey. |
| sessions for three year olds |
| Our morning half-day program meet four days a week with an optional Enrichment Day on Friday. An optional Lunch Bunch Program is offered on Monday and Wednesday and/or Tuesday and Thursday afternoon. Our afternoon half-day program meet three days a week. |
| sessions for four year olds |
| Our morning half-day programs meet five days a week. An optional Lunch Bunch Program is offered on Monday and Wednesday and/or Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. An optional Extended Day Program is offered on Tuesday and Thursday or Monday and Wednesday afternoons with the five day morning programs. |
| kindergarten |
| The kindergarten program provides appropriate activities to nurture the young student's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Children will grow in self-esteem, independence, and individual strengths. Our goal is to foster a high standard of literacy and number knowledge through reading, writing and counting activities. |
| first grade |
At the first grade level, a combination of differentiated literature-based reading and phonics programs gives our students a strong reading platform. Commencing with first grade, the curriculum includes a three-level ability-grouped reading program. In math we learn addition, subtraction, time, money, graph skills and word problems.
Language arts is comprised of English grammar and structure, spelling, and oral and written skills. In science and social studies our students learn about themselves and the world through discussions and hands-on activities. |
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