Curriculum
IGCSE Curriculum Overview
The IGCSE curriculum at OHAA Waldorf Inspired School offers a holistic approach to education, integrating academic rigor with creative and experiential learning. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the curriculum from Grade 1 to Grade 5, emphasizing the gradual development of intellectual, emotional, and practical skills:
Grade 1
Learning is centered around storytelling, with a focus on fairy tales and nature stories to stimulate imagination. Students are introduced to letters, numbers, and form drawing, laying the foundation for reading, writing, and mathematical skills in an engaging and creative manner.
Grade 2
This year builds on foundational skills with the introduction of fables and legends, which help students explore deeper meanings and moral lessons. Reading, writing, and arithmetic skills are further developed, fostering a strong grasp of language and numeracy.
Grade 3
The curriculum begins to expand with a focus on local geography, giving students a sense of their community and surroundings. Practical life skills are introduced through hands-on activities like house-building and farming, enhancing their understanding of everyday life and sustainability.
Grade 4
Students delve into Norse mythology, which stimulates their imagination and introduces them to cultural stories. Academically, they learn about fractions, grammar, and animal studies. Woodworking is introduced as a practical and creative skill, allowing them to engage with hands-on projects.
Grade 5
This year marks the study of ancient civilizations, providing a historical and cultural context to learning. Botany is introduced, along with decimals in mathematics, further refining their numeracy skills. Geography is expanded to include a global perspective, preparing students for more advanced studies in the upper grades.
Each grade builds on the previous year’s learning, fostering intellectual curiosity, creativity, and practical skills that prepare students for the next stage of their educational journey. Through a balanced integration of Waldorf-inspired methods and IGCSE standards, students are equipped with a strong academic foundation and a love for lifelong learning.
