Elementary and Middle Years
6 – 14 years old
Year 1 – Year 9
At Maple Bear elementary students develop their communication skills in two languages, this includes: listening, speaking, reading, writing, visualizing and role playing. English language, arts, mathematics, and sciences are taught in English while geography and history are taught in Portuguese.
How do young people learn?
In this academic phase of Maple Bear students, they have already embarked on a long learning journey and understand more complex issues. They are preparing to make impactful choices for their future, whether in Brazil or abroad. At this stage, they also gain autonomy and responsibility for decision-making.
Why choose Canadian methodology?
Canada is a constant presence in the first ranks of the International Student Assessment Program (PISA), these results reinforce the certainty that Maple Bear is on the right path and also, that it offers children the best that Canadian education can provide.
In addition, Canada stands out not only in English language studies, but also as a world leader in bilingual education, and it is an inclusive and multicultural country, which are essential aspects of future leaders’ education.
Benefits of bilingual education
At Maple Bear, students begin learning English in preschool using a student-focused, immersive English learning system based on Canadian educational pedagogy and best practices. The development of the English language brings various benefits to young students, such as:
- Better concentration, analytical skills and multitasking abilities;
- Greater sense of self-esteem and identity;
- Ability to live abroad and learn other foreign languages;
- Exposure to more than one culture, which leads to a global perspective;
- Development of social and emotional skills.