We are excited to be offering this new class to our families for the upcoming 2026 - 2027 school year. We make significant efforts to ensure our curriculum offers well-rounded, engaging learning opportunities for every student, every day. Our students will continue moving right along with familiar curriculum in all subjects. One of the biggest advantages of attending a Private Second Grade is the lower ration of students to teacher. This lower ratio allows us to meet each student where he or she is and to be able to provide more one-on-one teaching opportunities. Other advantages of our program are that breakfast, lunch and snack are offered at no extra cost and we offer before and after school care.
Second Grade Requirements
Students will take an entrance exam for admittance into the Second Grade Program and will be enrolled based on availability.
Please refer to the "Schedules/Tuition" page for information regarding tuition costs.
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We implement a thoughtfully designed, eclectic curriculum that not only meets but consistently exceeds Arizona State Learning Standards. Our approach draws from a variety of proven methods and resources to create a rich, engaging learning experience for every student.
Small groups are an important part of our daily classroom routine, allowing us to provide targeted support and meaningful learning experiences for every student. This year marks the beginning of our journey into "reading to learn", as students build the skills needed to engage more deeply with texts and expand their understanding through reading. We also introduce read-alouds of beloved classics such as The Boxcar Children, Charlotte's Web, Sara, Plain and Tall, and A Cricket in Times Square.
Math concepts are introduced during whole-group instruction and then reinforced through independent practice. Students continue to build upon previously learned skills, using that strong foundation to deepen their overall understanding of mathematics. As their skills progress, students are also introduced to fractions, rounding, and foundational geometry concepts. Instruction expands further to include multi-digit addition and subtraction, division with remainders, positive and negative numbers, coordinate planes, and expressions with exponents. We follow the "I do, we do, you do" approach to learning, gradually guiding students from teacher-led instruction to collaborative practice, and, ultimately, independent work. This structure helps build both confidence and independence, empowering our students to take ownership of their learning.
Our students will continue to strengthen their penmanship skills and will also be introduced to cursive handwriting.
Throughout the year, simple family-led projects are offered to invite families into their child's learning experience. These activities give students the opportunity to teach and share what they've learned while creating meaningful memories together at home. Students are then encouraged to bring their projects back to school, where they can proudly display and present their work to their classmates - building confidence, communication skills, and a sense of accomplishment.
We deeply value the time our students spend both in the classroom and at home. Maintaining a minimal homework policy allows them the freedom to simply be children - an essential part of their overall growth. By preserving this balance, we support not only their academic progress but also their social, emotional, and creative development.
Private Second Grade