Elementary School
Elementary School

Elementary School

Students aged 6 to 10 learn within a warm, structured environment that blends the IB Primary Years Programme with the Ontario curriculum and the Reach Ahead program, allowing them to study math and language a grade level ahead.

Each day balances core subjects with coding, STEAM projects, music, language enrichment and public speaking, while hands-on inquiry, reflection time and well-planned breaks help children build strong academic foundations, creativity, confidence and essential life skills.

Our curriculum

Grades 1 – 5 are built on the IB Primary Years Programme, integrated with the Ontario curriculum to blend inquiry-based learning with strong skill development in every subject. Through the Reach Ahead program, learners study math and language a grade level ahead, gaining deeper understanding, confidence and a lasting love of learning while remaining with their age peers.

Units of Inquiry

Connecting concepts through IB PYP inquiry

Transdisciplinary units bring together language, math, science and social studies around big, real-world questions.

Students investigate, research and create projects that deepen understanding, develop critical thinking, and nurture the IB learner profile of being inquirers, thinkers and caring global citizens.

Units of Inquiry

Language Arts

Building confidence in reading, writing and speaking

Through daily reading, writing and oral language activities, Lower School learners strengthen comprehension, grammar, vocabulary and presentation skills.

Inquiry-driven units and cross-curricular projects help them analyze texts, organize ideas and express themselves clearly and confidently in every subject.

Language Arts

Math

Growing problem-solvers with strong number sense

Math lessons move from concrete to abstract understanding, building fluency in number operations, patterning and reasoning.

Hands-on tasks, real-life problems and regular practice help students think logically, explain their strategies and work confidently above grade level expectations.

Math

Science

Exploring how the world works through inquiry

Science in Lower School is built around questions, experiments and hands-on discovery. Learners observe their environment, make predictions, test ideas and record results, developing curiosity and critical thinking.

Through inquiry-based investigations, they begin to understand real-world phenomena and build the skills to learn how to learn.

Science

Social Sciences

Understanding communities, cultures and global connections

Social Studies helps children explore who they are, where they live and how people and places are connected.

Through themes of community, identity and global citizenship, learners investigate relationships, responsibilities and diversity, building empathy and a strong foundation for understanding the wider world.

Social Sciences

Enrichment subjects

Our specialist subjects enrich the core timetable and are woven through the Lower School day:

  • Music - Rhythmic games, singing, instruments and performance that nurture creativity, confidence and a lasting love of music
  • Coding - Introductory programming activities that build logical thinking, problem-solving skills
  • STEAM projects - Hands-on challenges that combine science, technology, engineering, art and math
  • Physical Education - Structured sport and movement sessions that develop motor skills, teamwork and resilience
  • Language enrichment - Additional language experiences, including French, that broaden communication skills
  • Public speaking - Guided opportunities to plan, rehearse and deliver speeches that strengthen clarity, presence and self-confidence
Enrichment subjects

A typical day in our Elementary School

Every day in Grades 1 – 5 at our Elementary school in Mississauga is carefully structured to balance academic learning, play, creativity and wellbeing, supporting students as they build strong foundations, confidence and a love of learning.

Core learning pillars

Elementary School students thrive as multilingual learners empowered by a rewarding school environment where they build strong academic foundations, life skills and a global mindset.

  • Academic achievement

    Academic achievement

    Enjoy personalized learning that continuously enhances knowledge, skills and understanding.

  • Life competencies

    Life competencies

    Gain essential life skills to thrive inside and outside the classroom.

  • Multilingualism

    Multilingualism

    Foster language skills and build confidence, with support in the students' home or first languages.

  • International opportunities

    International opportunities

    Try global skill-building programs and activities that develop critical thinking, teamwork and leadership.

PYP Exhibition

PYP Exhibition

At Lynn-Rose, Grade 5 students culminate their Primary Years Programme with the PYP Exhibition - a collaborative, transdisciplinary project where they investigate real-world issues, conduct in-depth research and share their learning with the school community. This meaningful milestone showcases their growth as knowledgeable, caring and reflective learners, and highlights their readiness for the next stage of their educational journey.

Nicole Dabrowski

I have had the privilege of watching our school grow and flourish over the years, starting from my years in the classroom and now as a member of our Administration. Something I have been most proud of is the strong sense of community.

Nicole Dabrowski, Lower School Principal

When to enroll?

We offer rolling entry into Lower School at Lynn-Rose School, subject to space. Whether you join at the start of the year or mid-term, our Admissions team will review your child’s background and recommend the best timing for a smooth, confident transition.

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Push boundaries and grow with confidence at Lynn-Rose Lower School through the IB PYP integrated with the Ontario curriculum, building strong foundations and a passion for lifelong learning.

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