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Trinity Christian School Academics

A Christian Curriculum for Grades 1-8

At Trinity Christian School, we provide a full-day program for Junior Kindergarten through Grade 8. Our curriculum follows the Ontario Ministry of Education standards, enhanced with a Christian perspective and Biblical worldview in every subject, including:

Biblical Studies

Language Arts

French

Mathematics

Science

Music and Visual Arts

Physical Education and Health

(History & Geography in Grades 7-8)

Guided by our mission to awaken curiosity, nurture faith, and inspire learners to reflect Jesus everywhere, we strive to help students grow into faithful image-bearers of Christ, responsive disciples, and dedicated stewards of God’s creation.

Our curriculum focuses on three core dimensions of student achievement:

Mastery of Knowledge and Skills:

Building strong proficiency and applying learning to solve problems, think critically, and communicate clearly.

Character and Culture Development:

Fostering non-cognitive skills and Christ-centred character traits like gratitude, integrity, and compassion.

High-Quality Student Work:

Encouraging students to transfer knowledge into meaningful, real-world applications.

Grades 1-6: Building a Strong Foundation

In Grades 1-6, students engage in a nurturing, faith-filled learning environment designed to develop essential skills and Biblical values.

Highlights include:

Language Arts

  • 100 minutes daily of structured literacy instruction aligned with the Science of Reading. Writing instruction using the 6+1 Traits of Writing program.

Mathematics

French

  • Core French instruction using AIM methodology, with enriched conversational options for Grades 1-4.

Science & Social Studies

  • Inquiry-based learning units from Edvance with a Biblical framework.

Physical Education & Health

  • Holistic programs teach healthy living as a form of stewardship for God’s creation.

Arts

  • Choir for K-2, recorder or ukulele instruction in Grades 3-5, and instrumental band for Grades 6-8.

Grades 7-8: Preparing for Leadership and High School

In Grades 7-8, the program is designed to challenge students with advanced academics and foster personal and spiritual growth.

Key features include:

Language Arts

  • Advanced reading and writing instruction with formal assessments like Ontario Writing Assessments (OWA).

Mathematics

  • Problem-solving tasks that apply conceptual understanding to real-world scenarios.

Social Studies

  • Dedicated History and Geography courses using Nelson curriculum resources.

Physical Education & Health

  • Opportunities for advanced skill-building and team sports.

Arts

  • Instrumental band performances and creative expression through drama and visual arts projects.

Assessment and Evaluation

Assessment and evaluation are integral to learning at every grade level. The purpose of assessment is to improve student learning by providing ongoing feedback, guiding instruction, and fostering student growth.

Highlights include:

Ongoing Assessments:

  • Teachers use a combination of formative and summative assessments to evaluate progress and adapt teaching strategies.

Curriculum Alignment:

  • There is a direct connection between curriculum expectations, instruction, and assessment to ensure all students meet or exceed standards.

Structured Literacy and Writing Assessments:

  • Regular assessments in phonemic awareness, fluency, comprehension, and writing (OWA) help guide instruction in language arts.

Reflection & Growth:

  • Students are encouraged to reflect on their progress and develop responsibility, organization, and self-regulation skills.
We also believe in fostering a safe and caring environment where students can confidently learn and grow. Regular assessment of the curriculum, learning spaces, and use of technology ensures our program remains responsive to students’ needs.