Strong academics
in a joyful, safe environment
Elementary School
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
Our elementary school believes that children learn best when engaged in hands-on, experiential lessons, activities, and projects, both individually and in groups. Experiences are designed to help children connect new information to their existing frameworks of knowledge to become critical thinkers and problem-solvers.
With strong programs in language arts, math, science, and social studies, our curricula are designed to lead children to discovery—they are encouraged to explore, experiment, and test ideas; they bring a sense of courage to unfamiliar situations and view failure as an opportunity to learn.
Interdisciplinary Curriculum at Our Elementary School
Social studies provide the thematic link for all curricular areas and excite children about learning. As they immerse themselves in the theme studies, children learn to ask meaningful questions, construct knowledge, use a variety of materials to represent their ideas, and collaborate with others. The communication of their discoveries is an important component of interdisciplinary studies. Children gain skills in effective public speaking and listening, as well as the ability to write clearly and concisely for a variety of audiences.
Creativity and Innovation
As creators and innovators, our elementary school children are encouraged to identify and address complex problems, whether during a math lesson, in the science classroom, or while exploring the wooded trails on campus. Weekly coding classes emphasize applied problem solving, creativity, and developmentally appropriate algorithmic and computational thinking skills. STEAM activities and play at all levels extend children’s opportunities to design, make, collaborate, and problem-solve. Visual and performing arts further nurture children’s creative expression and develop new talents and interests.
Multi-Age Classrooms and a Caring Community of Learners
Since our founding over 85 years ago, social-emotional development has been at the core of our mission. Our multi-age, two-year classrooms and low student-teacher ratio foster meaningful relationships for our elementary school students—and as older students learn alongside younger ones, they develop confidence, empathy, cooperation, and leadership skills. Woven throughout the curricula are opportunities for students to develop healthy identities, manage emotions, achieve personal and collective goals, establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions.
Specials
“Specials” provide the children opportunities to innovate, create, and play within a community of learners. At our elementary school, our students travel to our specialist teachers throughout the day to take part in these multi-disciplinary classes in addition to their regular classroom studies. These classes are very hands-on and project oriented. Our specials complement and enhance our other core subject areas. These classes expand the children’s exposure to a wide range of subjects that go beyond the core curriculum, and include:
● Science- Through hands-on, experiential experiences, we strive to keep children the natural scientists they are born to be. We offer themes such as physical, life, earth, and space sciences and have a variety of equipment that will build investigations.
● Spanish- Learning a second language is a great skill! Our elementary school students learn Spanish through various methods including games, singing, speaking, and more.
● Art- Art is a powerful tool for expressing oneself. The main objective of our art program is to teach students to begin to develop an awareness of art concepts and skills. Projects are structured to encourage a feeling of success and exploration of the materials introduced.
● Performing Arts- Our multi-disciplinary themes bring a wealth of work to consider, from cultures and people across time and place to music and the performing arts. In twice-weekly music classes, students are introduced to a wide variety of instruments and sounds; they learn to read music and perform in groups, sometimes making their own instruments. Through frequent performances, our students have opportunities to act in classroom plays, participate in instrumental ensembles and perform in our annual all-school production.
● Physical Education- Students learn how to play fair and be a good sport while becoming stronger and more flexible, and increasing their endurance.
● Library- Our library specialist has curated a catalog of books for our students and provides weekly classroom visits. Our library is a joyful, early childhood learning experience to enhance language, literacy, curiosity and vocabulary.
A Well-Rounded Elementary School Program
Early education plays a critical role. The right elementary school program can have a positive influence on academic performance in later years and can even influence the rest of a student’s life. These are the years when your child will develop their reading and language skills, learn fundamental concepts in important subjects, develop social and emotional skills, and gain confidence in an unfamiliar setting. The best thing you can do for your child is to choose an elementary school program with a thoughtfully designed curriculum to allow your child to develop vital skills and foster a lifelong love of learning.
At The Long Ridge School, we provide a comprehensive elementary school experience to allow our students to develop a wide range of skills and interests. Children who are exposed to many different people and subjects grow into bright, empathetic, and well-rounded individuals. Our dedicated staff is committed to providing our students with an excellent educational foundation during their elementary school experience. We have worked with students from Stamford, New Canaan, Greenwich, Darien, Pound Ridge, and the surrounding communities. Contact our admissions team today to learn more about our elementary school program!
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Meet Our Elementary School Team
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The Long Ridge School has assembled a talented and qualified team of elementary educators to help your child take the next step in their academic journey. Each one of our teachers and specialists at our elementary school has extensive experience leading lessons in language arts, math, science, and social studies. Additionally, our educators remain dedicated to fostering a life-long love of learning in each one of our students.
Be sure to browse the following section to meet our elementary teachers. We take pride in serving families throughout the Stamford, New Canaan, and Greenwich, CT and Northern Westchester communities. Contact our Admissions office or fill out an Inquiry form today to learn more!