Grades K-7

English Language Arts captures the development of speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. We are committed to offering resources that reflect best practices in reading and writing instruction (structured literacy). We provide evidence-based resources such as All About Learning and Explode the Code to help build a solid foundation in phonemic awareness, decoding, and comprehension. All Grade 1 students are offered literacy screening.

The BC Mathematics curriculum encourages the development of numeracy, problem-solving, and logical reasoning skills. We support students with a variety of high-quality, flexible resources that cater to diverse learning styles including Math U See, Teaching Textbooks, and Singapore Math. These programs help students build deep conceptual understanding and fluency with numbers, laying the groundwork for confidence and success in mathematics.

The Science curriculum emphasizes inquiry, exploration, and understanding of the natural world. In the primary years, we encourage place-based, experiential learning that connects students to their local environment and fosters curiosity. As students progress, we support a gradual transition to more formal science instruction using trusted programs such as Apologia and Generation Genius, which support deeper learning in scientific concepts and thinking skills.

This area of study encompasses history, geography, and civics, helping students develop an understanding of the world and their place in it. We encourage families to enrich learning through community exploration and meaningful field trips. We also want students also engage with high-quality literature to build historical thinking skills and deepen their connection to people, places, and events across time and cultures, so many of our learning plans feature literature kits from our well-stocked library.

Career & Health Education
This area of learning encourages students to develop personal awareness, social responsibility, and future planning skills. Topics include goal setting, mental well-being, healthy relationships, and career exploration.

Physical & Health Education (PE)
Pathways Academy students are expected to engage in daily physical activity while learning about nutrition, personal fitness, and the importance of mental and physical well-being.

Fine Arts
We encourage meaningful integration of visual arts, music, drama, and dance in student learning, allowing Pathways Academy students to explore creativity and self-expression while gaining an appreciation for artistic processes and cultural perspectives.

Applied Design, Skills & Technologies (ADST)
ADST introduces students to design thinking, problem solving, and hands-on skills in areas like coding, sewing, woodworking, and digital media. Projects encourage creativity, critical thinking, and real-world application of knowledge.

We offer a wide selection of second languages in alignment with the BC curriculum, including French, Spanish, German, Russian, Korean, Japanese, and Mandarin. Language learning supports cultural understanding, communication skills, and global awareness.