Elementary (Grades 3–5)

Elementary
(Grades 3–5)

Growing Minds.
Growing Character.

At Horizon Private School – American Branch, Elementary School is where confidence grows and potential expands. Students deepen their academic understanding while developing independence, responsibility, and strong habits of learning, all within a supportive environment where every child continues to be known, valued, and prepared for the next stage of their journey.

Growing Minds.<br> Growing Character.

Deepening Skills. Expanding Horizons.

Strong Foundations for Future Success.

Upper Elementary at Horizon is where academic ambition takes root. Students in Grades 3 through 5 take ownership of their learning, engage with increasingly complex ideas, and begin to develop the research, collaboration, and communication skills that define successful learners. Our teachers challenge every student to go further than they thought possible, and support them every step of the way.

Deepening Skills. Expanding Horizons.
Curriculum Overview

Curriculum Overview

Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts and Mathematics, NGSS for Science, UAE MoE curriculum subjects.

Curriculum Focus Areas

  • English Language Arts: Complex text analysis, research writing, persuasive and narrative writing, and structured academic discussion. Students develop a writer’s voice and a reader’s discipline.
  • Mathematics: Multi-digit operations, fractions, decimals, early algebra thinking, and applied problem-solving. Focus on mathematical reasoning, not just calculation.
  • Science: NGSS-aligned investigations with project-based outcomes. Science fairs, design challenges, and structured lab experiences develop scientific habits of mind.
  • Social Studies: Regional and world geography, historical thinking, civic responsibility, and UAE heritage and national identity.
  • Arabic & UAE Subjects: UAE MoE-aligned Arabic Language (A and B tracks), Islamic Studies, Moral Education, and UAE Social Studies.
  • Technology: Digital literacy skills, responsible use of technology, and introductory coding and computational thinking.
Signature <br> Experiences

Signature
Experiences

Upper Elementary students participate in signature Horizon experiences that deepen learning and develop character. These include heritage projects, science investigations, collaborative art installations, and student-led presentations that build confidence and public communication skills.

Assessment Approach

Assessment Approach

Assessment in Grades 3 to 5 is standards-aligned and multidimensional. Students receive both formative feedback and formal summative assessments each term. NWEA MAP Growth assessments provide nationally normed data on reading and mathematics growth, helping teachers and families track every learner’s progress accurately.

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