Grade Levels
Elementary
The Oxfordian Elementary program inspires learners to think critically, ask bold questions and helps them to make connections to real-world issues and events. Through a student driven, globally minded curriculum children build a strong academic foundation while developing intercultural understanding and independent problem solving skills.
Elementary students at The Oxfordian School develop academic rigour alongside interpersonal skills.
Our bilingual curriculum deepens literacy, mathematical reasoning, scientific inquiry, and cultural awareness, equipping students with the knowledge and character to thrive in an interconnected world.
What students need at this stage
This level builds comprehensive linguistic skills, from basic phonics to advanced essay writing. Students learn word construction and digraphs while building soft skills like effective communication, decision making, and oral presentation. Writing is heavily emphasized, with lower grades keeping daily journals and sixth graders focusing on formal essays and public speaking.
The elementary program builds student independence and confidence through a supportive academic environment. Targeted tutoring is provided for students needing extra help, ensuring core competencies are met. Reading comprehension is fostered through take home books, while math and literacy are reinforced through purposeful, play based activities that mirror real life scenarios.
How Learning Happens
Three integrated developmental pillars framing our daily approach.
Academic Approach
Structured literacy and mathematics anchored in transdisciplinary units of inquiry.
Skills & Development
Research, note-taking, presentation and teamwork skills that carry into secondary study.
Language & Innovation
Balanced bilingual instruction with a growing emphasis on academic writing in both languages.
A day in Elementary
Morning meetings foster strong peer connections and emotional intelligence.
Days are organised around core academic blocks, a specialist rotation across arts, music, technology and physical education, and dedicated reading time in our Community Library.
Enrichment Within the School Day
Technology
Music
Chess
Taekwondo
What students study in Elementary
Subjects by year group, with the enrichment that runs alongside them. Exact offerings vary a little by campus.
1st & 2nd
- Reading Workshop
- Writing Workshop
- Grammar
- Lenguajes
- Español / Ortografía
- Saberes y Pensamiento Científico
- Ética, Naturaleza y Sociedades
- De lo Humano y lo Comunitario (Vida saludable, Educación socioemocional y Educación Física)
- Art
Enrichment
- Technology
- Music
- Chess
- Taekwondo
3rd & 4th
- Reading Workshop
- Writing Workshop
- Grammar
- Lenguajes
- Español / Ortografía
- Saberes y Pensamiento Científico
- Ética, Naturaleza y Sociedades
- De lo Humano y lo Comunitario (Vida saludable, Educación socioemocional y Educación Física)
- Art
Enrichment
- Technology
- Music
- Chess
- Taekwondo
5th & 6th
- Reading Workshop
- Writing Workshop
- Grammar (5th)
- Language and Conventions (6th)
- Lenguajes
- Español / Ortografía
- Saberes y Pensamiento Científico
- Ética, Naturaleza y Sociedades
- De lo Humano y lo Comunitario (Vida saludable, Educación socioemocional y Educación Física)
- Art
Enrichment
- Technology
- Music
- Chess
- Taekwondo
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Specialised workshops and school events involving the broader Oxfordian community.
Creative Workshops
Hands-on making sessions that turn classroom questions into finished work.
Community Events
Seasonal concerts, exhibitions and family days across the campus calendar.
Active Outings
Field lessons and outdoor learning in and around Reynosa.
A Project for Every Grade
Every grade pursues an individual Love Foundation project, and each one delivers actionable change for the Reynosa community. We teach them to become actionable, engaging, and inquisitive global learners and leaders. These community collaboration projects reflect our core belief and our IB candidacy: to be global leaders and show our children how to lead the world.
- Sports equipment drive
- Lungs for my City: Adopting a park and visiting the municipal nursery.
- Seeds of Love: Visiting the Casa Club for older adults.
- Backpack and School Supplies Drive: Collecting and delivering school supplies to CAIC.
- Juguetón y Abrigatón: Collecting toys and warm clothing.
- Hambretón: Collecting food and visiting the food bank.