The International School of Brussels
THE GRADE 1 EXPERIENCE
Key Developmental Milestones Grade 1 marks a pivotal stage in a child's academic and personal development, characterised by notable milestones that lay the groundwork for future learning. One significant achievement during this period is the acquisition of fundamental literacy skills, as students transition from readers of simple sentences to exploring and reading a whole range of different and exciting text types. Writing skills also progress, with children learning to compose sentences and express their ideas coherently. In mathematics, Grade 1 introduces foundational concepts like addition and subtraction, fostering numerical literacy. Socially, children in Grade 1 navigate more complex social dynamics, refining their abilities to cooperate, share, and communicate effectively with classmates. This grade often marks the initiation of less scaffolded learning environment, teaching children important skills such as following instructions, time management, and organisational habits to promote independent learners.
Personalising Learning In the Lower School at ISB we embrace the unique potential within each learner tailor educational experiences to individual strengths, interests & pace empower learners to explore their passions integrate technology seamlessly cultivate critical thinking, and collaborate across diverse perspectives develop learners who confidently navigate the complexities of our world