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Intermediate Division & Middle School

Junior School Academic Handbook

First page of the PDF file: WentworthAcademicHandbook

Intermediate Division (Grades 4-5)

As children enter the intermediate division they enjoy increased responsibility and independence. They are encouraged to take part in the rich co-curricular life of the school and can take advantage of leadership opportunities within the school as they arise. Students learn to embrace problems and various avenues to solve them, and begin to direct their own learning. Growth takes place through tackling challenging educational tasks that stretch students’ abilities, focus and perseverance. As in the primary years, subject areas are integrated where appropriate in order to infuse a deeper understanding of a topic or theme. Special attention is given to numeracy, problem-solving, writing and critical thinking, as well as providing every student with hands-on learning opportunities to further develop her or his skills. Learning beyond the classroom walls continues in the intermediate division through numerous field trips and memorable overnight outdoor school experiences.

Middle School (Grades 6-7)

Middle School at Wentworth sees students transition from the core teacher model of the Primary and Intermediate Divisions to working with subject specialists across the curriculum. Grade level teams work collaboratively to ensure a wide variety of cross-curricular learning experiences as well as supporting the development of organizational skills and social-emotional development for students. Grades 6 and 7 see a further extension of the inquiry approach in their academic programme; greater independent use of technology; and a focus on problem-solving and project-based learning. Students are supported and encouraged to explore areas of particular personal interest through the Unbounded Learning Programme which matches small groups of interested students with a teacher facilitator. In the Middle School years, students are provided with opportunities to pursue open-ended tasks and engage in meaningful self-reflection. Students graduate from the Middle School at Wentworth thoroughly prepared to take on the challenges of high school.

ExL Week

Grade 6/7 Experiential Learning

Participation in experiential learning provides a unique opportunity for students. As part of our forward-focused approach, we are excited to expand the curricular and cultural learning beyond the classroom, where students will develop their independence, take on personal responsibility, and grow both socially and emotionally.

Students in Grades 6 and 7 participate in a collapsed week of experiential learning and we are excited to report on six of the learning opportunities featured in 2024. Click below to find out more about each of the groups. Please note: trips and experiences are subject to change and are not guaranteed to be offered again.

Intermediate & Middle School Life

Grade Level Curriculums

Applying for Junior School

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Intermediate Division & Middle School Leadership

Ann Walters

Ann Walters

Director of Intermediate Program