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Primary School Program Overview

We believe that a strong academic foundation is the key to student success and lifelong learning. At TCS, we prioritize core subjects aligned with rigorous academic standards, ensuring that students develop the critical thinking, problem-solving, and literacy skills necessary for future success. Our structured approach prepares students for a smooth transition into higher academic levels while maintaining a focus on academic excellence.

Primary School Course Requirements

English Language Arts: 5 Credits

Mathematics: 5 Credits

Science: 5 Credits

Social Studies: 5 Credits

Physical & Health Education: 5 Credits

Electives: 5 Credits

Core Curriculum Overview

Below is a brief overview of the core subjects for primary school. If you would like to see a full list of courses, navigate to the Primary School Course Catalog.

English Language Arts

Our Language Arts program is designed to build a strong foundation in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and language development across all grade levels. Using a structured and systematic approach, students develop phonics and word study skills that support early literacy and fluency.

Through engaging, high-quality literature, students explore a wide range of fiction, nonfiction, and multi-genre texts, fostering deep comprehension and analytical thinking. The curriculum scaffolds instruction, gradually increasing in complexity to help students grow as independent readers and critical thinkers. Writing instruction is integrated with grammar lessons, reinforcing key language skills.

Math

Our primary mathematics program emphasizes conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and problem-solving skills, equipping students with the tools to think critically and apply math in real-world contexts. The curriculum develops number sense, mental math strategies, and flexible thinking, ensuring a deep, intuitive understanding of mathematical concepts.

Students use visual models, bar modeling, and logical reasoning techniques to strengthen problem-solving skills across addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and geometry. By engaging with real-world applications, they build confidence, perseverance, and independence in tackling complex problems.

Social Studies

Our inquiry-based social studies program encourages students to think critically, ask questions, and actively engage with the world around them. Using interactive storytelling and hands-on activities, students develop historical awareness, geographic literacy, and civic understanding.

Through engaging discussions and real-world problem-solving, students explore historical events, diverse cultures, government systems, and key social concepts. The curriculum integrates nonfiction texts, visual resources, and experiential learning, helping students analyze perspectives, evaluate sources, and make meaningful connections to their own lives.

Science

Our primary science program encourages students to think, explore, and investigate like scientists. By making observations, testing ideas, and drawing evidence-based conclusions, students develop problem-solving skills and scientific literacy, fostering appreciation for exploration, discovery, and innovation.

The curriculum is designed to spark curiosity by engaging students with real-world examples, interactive investigations, and hands-on experiments that bring scientific concepts to life. To support hands-on learning, families have the option to order lab kits, allowing students to conduct engaging, grade-appropriate experiments that complement their coursework.

Primary School Sample Schedule

Our academic program blends live, one-on-one instruction with structured independent work, ensuring a personalized learning experience for every student. Class lengths are tailored to each grade level:

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•    Grades K-3: 30-minute live sessions
•    Grades 4, 5: 40-minute live sessions

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Each course is customized to the student’s learning needs, offering targeted instruction, individualized pacing, and real-time feedback. In addition to scheduled classes, primary school teachers host weekly Study Hall sessions, where students can receive extra academic support or social-emotional guidance as needed.

Primary School: Grades K-3

Format: 1-on-1 & Small Group

Sample Class Schedules

Primary School: Grades 4, 5

Format: 1-on-1 & Small Group

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