Primary Curriculum
At Oak International School, we are committed to providing a rigorous and holistic educational experience that equips students with the skills, knowledge, and mindset to thrive in a global society. With strong commitment to our mission and vision, our curriculum is designed to cater for diverse learning needs and aspirations.
We offer also some key programs that will enhance students:
Béninoise Francaise Program
This program aligns with the national curriculum of the Republic of Benin, enabling students to prepare for official examinations such as the Certificat d’Études Primaires (CEP). It emphasizes foundational competencies in French language, mathematics, sciences, civics, social sciences and art. Instruction is delivered in French, promoting strong academic and cultural identity for francophone learners.
Dr Montessori insisted that every child is born with an unlimited potential and will to learn; what is learnt would only depend on how much or how little he/she is exposed to.
We take the approach that each child is unique, with special talents and abilities and an individual learning style. We acknowledge that children develop and learn in different ways and at different rates, and believe that all areas of learning and development are equally important and inter-connected.
We see our children as naturally competent learners from birth, resilient, capable, confident and self-assured, and have designed a programme to build on these qualities, developing positive supportive relationships to nurture an inquisitive approach to learning where making mistakes is viewed as an important part of the learning process. In educating our children to become strong, responsible, independent learners, our teachers recognise that the learning environment plays a key role in supporting and extending a child’s development.
Our Crèche, Nursery, Kindergarten, and Primary classes offer a safe, caring learning environment, which promotes physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being, with good communications skills, as part of the core curriculum. We have a strong focus on developing key literacy and numeracy skills, artistic abilities and interests and a general knowledge and understanding of the world. In addition to the core curriculum, we also offer a rich programme of class trips and extracurricular activities, and work in close partnership with parents to support our children on their learning journey through Creche, Nursery and Kindergarten, and Primary.
A blended international program at oak international school is a unique and dynamic model that integrates key elements from the top curricula in the world. This program offers students a flexible, globally recognized pathway that combines academic excellence with Practical life skills, also a comprehensive learning experience. this program provides instruction in English and balances academic rigor with creativity, collaboration and critical thinking. It is designed to develop globally minded students who are prepared for a wide range of international assessment. The blended model ensures students gain the strengths of various educational systems while being nurtures in a learner-centered, inquiry-based environment.
Pupils are encouraged to progress to the best of their ability, and at their own personal pace, establishing basic learning patterns for their future years. The Early Years classes and primary sections provide a relaxed atmosphere, enabling parents to leave their children in the care of qualified and experienced staff with complete peace of mind.
Parents can be sure that their child will be encouraged to become confident amongst other children and will learn the vital social skills necessary for their future school life.
We work in close partnership with parents to ensure that all our children feel secure in a comfortable and stimulating environment. Parents are encouraged to discuss their children’s development and progress on a regular basis.
