Curriculum Overview
At AIP, we blend authentic Montessori principles with rigorous bilingual education to create a dynamic, interdisciplinary curriculum that nurtures independent thinkers, problem-solvers, and compassionate leaders. Our program spans Lower Primary (ages 6-9) and Upper Primary (ages 9-12), building foundational skills while fostering mastery, creativity, and real-world application across all subjects.
Language Arts (English & Chinese)
Lower Primary (6-9)
- Foundational Literacy: Phonics, cursive writing, decodable readers
- Grammar & Sentence Structure: Parts of speech, punctuation, paragraphing
- Reading Comprehension: Fiction, non-fiction, poetry analysis
- Creative Writing: Short stories, research notes, personal narratives
Oral Expression: Storytelling, poetry recitation, drama
Upper Primary (9-12)
- Advanced Literacy: Touch typing, literary analysis, research skills
- Grammar & Syntax: Complex sentence construction, essay writing
- Public Speaking: Debates, structured speeches, presentations
- Bilingual Fluency: Academic discourse in English and Mandarin
Mathematics
Lower Primary (6-9)
- Number Sense: Place value, skip counting, operations (+, -, ×, ÷)
- Hands-On Tools: Golden Beads, Stamp Game, Checkerboard
- Early Algebra & Geometry: Patterns, shape classification, measurement
Upper Primary (9-12)
- Advanced Operations: Multi-digit multiplication, long division, decimals
- Algebraic Thinking: Variables, equations, word problem strategies
- Geometry & Data: Angles, area/volume, graphing, Pythagorean Theorem
Sciences
Biology
- Botany: Plant life cycles, photosynthesis, classification
- Zoology: Animal adaptations, ecosystems, human anatomy
- Ecology: Interdependence, biomes, sustainability
Earth & Cosmic Science
- Geography: Landforms, climate, human-environment interaction
- Geology: Rock cycles, erosion, natural forces
- Cosmic Education: Origins of the universe, planetary systems
History & Global Studies
Lower Primary (6-9)
- Human Origins: Timelines of early civilizations
- Fundamental Needs: Shelter, food, transportation across cultures
Upper Primary (9-12)
- Ancient Civilizations: Mesopotamia, Egypt, China
- Economic Systems: Trade, resource distribution, global connections
STEM & Applied Learning
- Hands-On Experiments: Physics, chemistry, engineering challenges
- Coding & Robotics: Logical thinking, problem-solving
- Real-World Projects: Student-led research, innovation labs
Creative Arts
Visual Arts
- Drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media
- Art history and cultural appreciation
Music & Performance
- Ancient Civilizations: Mesopotamia, Egypt, China
- Economic Systems: Trade, resource distribution, global connections
Practical Arts
- Textiles (sewing, weaving), woodworking
- Culinary arts, budgeting, design thinking
Beyond the Classroom
- “Going Out” Trips: Student-planned excursions (museums, nature reserves)
- Community Projects: Sustainability initiatives, peer mentoring
- Leadership Roles: Event planning, cross-age collaboration
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