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About Grade School
Bloomfield Academy’s Elementary Level adheres to the K-12 program mandated by the Department of Education, providing six years of primary education. The comprehensive curriculum encompasses key subjects such as Mathematics, English, Science, Araling Panlipunan, Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao, Filipino, Arts, Music, Physical Education, Health, and Mother Tongue for students in Grades 1 to 3. However, from Grades 4 to 6, the Mother Tongue subject will be replaced with Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan and Livelihood Education subject.
With the K-12 program, Bloomfield Academy’s Elementary Level ensures that students are equipped with a solid educational foundation necessary for their growth and development. By providing a well-rounded curriculum, students are given the opportunity to explore and discover their interests while also gaining essential life skills that can be applied beyond the classroom.
Bloomfield Academy’s Elementary Level adheres to the K-12 program mandated by the Department of Education, providing six years of primary education. The comprehensive curriculum encompasses key subjects such as Mathematics, English, Science, Araling Panlipunan, Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao, Filipino, Arts, Music, Physical Education, Health, and Mother Tongue for students in Grades 1 to 3. However, from Grades 4 to 6, the Mother Tongue subject will be replaced with Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan and Livelihood Education subject.
With the K-12 program, Bloomfield Academy’s Elementary Level ensures that students are equipped with a solid educational foundation necessary for their growth and development. By providing a well-rounded curriculum, students are given the opportunity to explore and discover their interests while also gaining essential life skills that can be applied beyond the classroom.
Bloomfield Academy Elementary Curriculum
Mathematics: The Mathematics subject aims to help learners apply mathematical concepts and principles in real-life problem solving, critical thinking, decision-making, and communication, utilizing appropriate technology. The focus is on developing the learners’ skills in making connections and representations, reasoning, and appreciating mathematics.
We use Manipulatives, a hands-on approach that allows students to use objects or physical tools to explore ideas and concepts in a more tangible way. This innovative and effective approach is particularly useful in certain topics, as it promotes active learning and helps students better understand abstract concepts.
English: The goal of the Language Arts and Multiliteracies subject is to develop graduates who can apply language conventions, principles, strategies, and skills in interacting with others, understanding and learning other content areas, and functioning independently in various fields. This is achieved by teaching communication skills, promoting critical thinking, and encouraging self-reliance.
We have a one-of-a-kind, state-of-the-art Speech Laboratory that is available to students starting in Grade 1. The laboratory is designed to help students develop mastery in speaking and listening skills, as well as to improve their overall oral communication abilities. With the latest technology and expert guidance, our students have the opportunity to practice and refine their communication skills in a supportive and stimulating environment.
Science: The Science subject is inquiry-based and learner-centered, emphasizing the use of evidence to construct explanations. The focus is on helping learners understand basic science concepts and apply science-inquiry skills, while exhibiting scientific attitudes and values. The curriculum promotes problem-solving, innovation, environmental protection, resource conservation, and informed decision-making.
The science laboratories will be used to provide students with a more hands-on and immersive learning experience by conducting experiments and exploring topics related to the subject.
Mother Tongue 1, 2, and 3: Through the Mother Tongue subject, learners develop communication skills by expanding their vocabulary and phrases, demonstrating an understanding of spoken language, including verbal and non-verbal cues, and understanding the cultural aspects of language. They also learn to read and write literary and informational texts.
Arts and Music: The Arts and Music subjects focus on empowering learners to correlate music and art to their cultural identity and vision of the world. The curricula are student-centered, based on a spiral progression of processes, concepts, and skills, grounded in performance-based learning.
Physical Education: The PE subject develops skills in accessing, synthesizing, and evaluating information, making informed decisions, enhancing and advocating for their own and others’ fitness and health. The knowledge, understanding, and skills promote the competence, confidence, and commitment required of all students to live an active life for fitness and health.
Health: The subject aims for the learners to develop an understanding of how growth and development impact health practices to achieve and sustain optimum health and wellbeing.
Araling Panlipunan: Layunin ng pagtuturo ng Araling Panlipunan na malinang sa mag-aaral ang pag-unawa sa mga pangunahing kaisipan at isyung pangkasaysayan, pangheograpiya, pampulitika, ekonomiks at kaugnay na disiplinang panlipunan upang siya ay makaalam, makagawa, maging ganap at makipamuhay (Pillars of Learning).
Binibigyang diin sa kurikulum ang pag-unawa at hindi pagsasaulo ng mga konsepto at terminolohiya. Bilang pagpapatunay ng malalim na pag-unawa, ang mag-aaral ay kinakailangang makabuo ng sariling kahulugan at pagpapakahulugan sa bawat paksang pinag-aaralan at ang pagsasalin nito sa ibang konteksto lalo na ang aplikasyon nito sa tunay na buhay na may kabuluhan mismo sa kanya at sa lipunang kanyang ginagalawan.
[Araling Panlipunan seeks to equip learners with a deep understanding of the fundamental historical, geographical, political, economic, and social issues and concepts, moving beyond mere memorization of concepts and terminology. Its overarching goal is to foster critical thinking and practical application of knowledge in diverse contexts and real-world scenarios that are meaningful and relevant to learners and their communities.]
Through this subject, learners can develop a more profound appreciation for the interconnectedness of various facets of society and gain a deeper understanding of their roles and responsibilities as members of their communities.
Filipino: Layunin ng pagtuturo ng Filipino na malinang ang (1) kakayahang komunikatibo, (2) replektibo / mapanuring pag-iisip at, (3) pagpapahalagang pampanitikan ng mga mag-aaral sa pamamagitan ng mga babasahin at teknolohiya tungo sa pagkakaroon ng pambansang pagkakakilanlan, kultural na literasi, at patuloy na pagkatuto upang makaagapay sa mabilis na pagbabagong nagaganap sa daigdig.
[Filipino aims to develop students’ communicative abilities, critical thinking, and literary appreciation using various reading materials and technology to help them understand their national identity, and uphold cultural literacy and lifelong learning to keep pace with the changing world.]
EPP/Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE): This encompasses four fields: Home Economics, Industrial Arts, Agri-Fishery Arts, and Information, Communication, and Technology. The curriculum is experiential, contextualized, and authentic, emphasizing the development of students’ skills and values. It is integrative, applying concepts, skills, and values across various subject areas, including entrepreneurship. The focus is on active, hands-on learning that enables students to learn by doing.
The TLE Laboratory will be utilized as needed to facilitate a more hands-on, interactive, and engaging learning experience for students.Grade School News and Updates
Grade 5 ICT
Grade-5 students demonstrated their ICT versatility through two exciting performance tasks. They showcased their word-processing skills by creating delicious recipes, followed by researching and presenting ICT trivia using search engines and Canva. These tasks highlighted their digital literacy proficiency, from basic word processing to advanced search and presentation skills.
Grade 5 Math
Decimals are crucial in daily life, especially for money and measurements. Grade 5 pupils illustrated this, showcasing the practicality of decimals. This activity provides an essential skill for financial decisions, measurements, and scientific experiments.
Grade 4 Math
Developing a strong grasp of prime and composite numbers is a crucial skill for students, and one that may require some additional practice. However, understanding these fundamental concepts will equip them with the necessary foundation to tackle more complex topics such as fractions, factoring, and equations later on in their academic journey.
Recently, a group of Grade 4 pupils created intriguing and impressive puzzles that involved identifying prime and composite numbers. These exercises not only helped to reinforce the student’s understanding of the concept, but also fostered their problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
Grade 3 Science
Planting mongo seeds was a Grade 3 activity that taught students about plant growth and the factors that influenced it. Students planted seeds in containers and observed their growth under different conditions, learning about the basic needs of plants and how they obtained nutrients from the environment. Through careful observation and data recording, students developed their scientific skills and learned how to conclude from their experiments, laying the foundation for future scientific studies.
Grade 2 Science
As part of their science subject, Grade 2 pupils are introduced to the concept of changes in matter through a hands-on activity. Specifically, they learn how to make their gelatin, which involves a simple change in matter. This engaging activity not only helps the students understand the concept better, but also allows them to apply their knowledge in a practical and fun way.
Grade 1 EnglishThe essence of a book lies in its characters, and effective characterization is crucial to bring them to life in the reader’s mind. When readers are unable to connect with the characters, it becomes challenging for them to remain invested in the story.For Grade 1 pupils, reading physical books from the library and e-books from Prime English Literacy Proficiency is a source of joy and learning. They also enjoy watching movies and video clips, which often feature memorable characters that capture their hearts.In this activity, the pupils showed us their most beloved characters.
SCIENCE 2
Comparing is one of the science process skills that the pupils in Science 2 learned. They observe how things are alike and different.