A Strong Beginning for Lifelong Learning
Grade 1 at Trinity Ontario Elementary School marks a meaningful step in a child’s academic journey. As part of Trinity Ontario Global Academy, our elementary program is guided by Ontario educational standards and designed to support the development of confident, capable, and globally minded learners.
During this foundational year, students strengthen early literacy and numeracy skills while expanding their curiosity about the world around them. Learning experiences are thoughtfully structured to balance academic growth with creativity, social development, and emotional wellbeing.
Our classrooms foster a supportive environment where students are encouraged to explore ideas, ask questions, collaborate with peers, and develop independence. Through engaging instruction and purposeful learning experiences, children begin building the skills and character that will support lifelong success.
Program Overview
The Grade 1 program provides a comprehensive academic foundation while nurturing the whole child. Instruction is designed to meet the needs of young learners through interactive lessons, guided exploration, and meaningful real world connections.
Students benefit from an approach that integrates academic excellence with character development and global awareness, reflecting the broader vision of Trinity Ontario Global Academy.
Instructional Time
Core subjects typically range from approximately 50 to 300 instructional hours, allowing students to engage deeply with concepts while progressing at an age appropriate pace.
Important Information
Elementary courses do not require prerequisites, and Ontario schools do not issue transcript credits at the elementary level. These early years focus on building essential knowledge, learning habits, and confidence that prepare students for future academic achievement.
All courses are available through facilitated and independent learning pathways, offering families the flexibility to choose the learning structure that best supports their child.
Grade 1 Subjects
Our curriculum introduces students to key areas of knowledge while encouraging discovery, creativity, and critical thinking.
Language
In Grade 1 Language, students begin their journey toward English language mastery through exposure to diverse texts and forms of media. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening are developed in an integrated way that builds strong communication skills.
Students explore storytelling, poetry, music, and presentations, allowing them to express ideas with creativity and confidence while establishing the literacy foundation that will support learning across all subject areas.
Mathematics
Grade 1 Mathematics introduces students to numbers and mathematical thinking as part of their everyday experiences. Learners investigate counting, patterns, shapes, measurement, and early problem solving through practical applications that make learning both meaningful and engaging.
By developing reasoning skills early, students gain confidence in their abilities and begin to see mathematics as a powerful tool for understanding the world.
Science and Technology
Science and Technology encourages students to recognize that scientific thinking is present in everyday life. Through observation, inquiry, and guided exploration, learners develop foundational skills in investigation and problem solving.
Students examine living things, energy, materials, and the environment while making connections between scientific ideas and real world experiences. This early exposure nurtures curiosity and inspires a lifelong interest in discovery.
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Social Studies
Grade 1 Social Studies supports students in developing a deeper understanding of themselves and their communities. Learners explore relationships, responsibilities, and the important roles people play in society.
As students investigate their local environment and begin working with maps and community features, they cultivate awareness, empathy, and a growing sense of global citizenship.
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Our Approach to Teaching and Learning
At Trinity Ontario Elementary School, teaching and learning are guided by a balanced educational philosophy that combines structured instruction with inquiry based experiences.
Lessons are intentionally designed to engage multiple learning styles through storytelling, interactive activities, collaborative discussions, and technology enriched resources. Hands on opportunities help students transform knowledge into meaningful understanding.
Teachers play an essential role in guiding each child’s progress, supporting skill development, encouraging communication, and fostering confidence. This personalized support ensures that every student feels seen, supported, and inspired to achieve their potential.
Building Confidence for the Years Ahead
Grade 1 establishes the academic and personal foundations that students will continue to build upon throughout their elementary education. With a strong emphasis on intellectual growth, character, and wellbeing, Trinity Ontario Elementary School prepares students to move forward as capable learners ready to thrive in an evolving global landscape.
As part of Trinity Ontario Global Academy, students benefit from a connected learning community grounded in Canadian standards and shaped by a global vision.
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