Elementary
Our Elementary years give children the chance to explore the world with wonder, as they move, explore, create and learn together.
A warm welcome from our Principal
Welcome to our Elementary school!
We value the talent and uniqueness of every student, and we encourage them to explore and discover their individual interests. Our Elementary includes Kindergarten through Grade 5. In Grade 5, students transition to the secondary division and have the opportunity to experience lessons from secondary Mathematics and Science teachers.
Our students are imspired daily to become people who learn, love and lead. They’re challenged with purposeful learning in subjects such as art, music, language, science and math. This is made possible by our rigorous curriculum, which encourages courage and persistence.
What sets International School of Wuxi Elementary apart is our focus not only on students’ academic excellence, but on their morals, etiquette, and strong relational skills through our dedicated character development program. We’d love you to come and experience our unique school for yourself.
Warmly
Dr Christopher Narh
ECC + Elementary Principal
Bringing the curriculum to life
Curriculum
Our curriculum balances concept, skill, and character development whilst addressing social, physical, emotional and cultural needs, as well as academic welfare. It emphasizes guided inquiry, collaboration, communication, problem-solving, critical thinking and subject competencies.
Language arts
In lower elementary school, language arts instruction focuses on inspiring students to read, learn, share and speak confidently. Kindergarten to Grade 3 focuses on reading skills, while Grades 4–5 focus on vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. Writing includes opinion, narrative, and informative writing with clear goals and feedback.
History and social studies
Kindergarten to Grade 5 social studies curriculum starts with personal relationships, and expands to include geography, economics, citizenship, local and global communities, different cultures, and American history from migration to the 20th Century.
Science
In science, students explore plants and animals, matter and forces, weather and the sun, moon, and stars. They learn about the impact of plants and animals on the environment, the properties of matter, weather patterns, and the movement of celestial bodies. They also study the interdependence of organisms, the effects of forces on objects, and the interaction of Earth’s systems.
Mathematics
Kindergarten to Grade 5 students connect, grow and refine their math skills when we use our proven “metacognitive” approach. We focus on six core areas: number and numeration, operations and computation, data and chance, measurement and reference frames, geometry, patterns, functions and algebra.
Grade 5 transition program
Our specially-designed program helps Grade 5 students make the transition to Middle School. Initially, they stay in one classroom with secondary teachers coming to them. Over time, they gain more responsibility and eventually attend subject teachers’ classrooms to receive instruction.
Our Elementary teaching team
Dr Christopher Narh
Early Childhood + Elementary Principal
Lucy Vena
Elementary Teacher
Nancy Cui
Specialist Teaching Assistant
Rachel Chan
Elementary Teacher
Ashley Xu
Specialist Teaching Assistant
Amber Coxfield
Elementary Teacher
Dahlia Zhang
General Teaching Assistant
Bryan Walker
Elementary Teacher
Jing Liu
General Teaching Assistant
Regina Arum
Elementary Teacher
Athena Hu
Specialist Teaching Assistant
Susana Chois
Elementary Teacher
Joy Jiang
Specialist Teaching Assistant
Recognized for excellence
International School of Wuxi is accredited by Cognia, the largest education improvement organization in the world—demonstrating our commitment to learners, teachers, leaders and communities.
Grow academically and beyond
Ready to receive the highest quality education in a warm, caring and encouraging community?