Academics
Academics
Four stages of learning, from a gentle Early Years start to AP courses and college counselling.
Academic programs
One school, four stages of growing up
Each stage builds on the last, so students move up with the skills and confidence they need. Pick a stage to see the details.
Early Years
A gentle start to school life. Children learn through play, stories, music and lots of time outdoors, while building early reading, counting and friendship skills.
- Phonics
- Early maths
- Music & movement
- Outdoor play
- Art
Primary School
Strong reading, writing and maths habits, plus hands-on science, Spanish from Grade 1 and weekly library time. Every child has a reading buddy in an older grade.
- English
- Mathematics
- Science
- Spanish
- Social studies
- PE
Middle School
The years where independence grows. Students take lab science, coding and debate, and each one has an advisor who meets them weekly to set goals and check in.
- Lab science
- Pre-algebra
- Coding
- Debate
- Visual arts
- Band
High School
Rigorous academics with real-world experience. Choose from 14 AP courses, join a summer internship and get one-to-one college counselling from Grade 10.
- AP Sciences
- Calculus
- Literature
- Economics
- Internships
- Athletics
Years of shaping young minds in Springfield
Students enrolled from Pre-K to Grade 12
Certified teachers and support staff
Graduates accepted to college or university
A day at SWPSchool
What a Tuesday looks like in Grade 4
Parents often ask what their child will actually do all day. Here's a typical schedule, with a good balance of focus, movement and play.
Shadow a Class for a Day-
Drop-off & breakfast club
Buses arrive and early birds grab a warm breakfast in the dining hall.
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Morning circle
Students share news, review the day's plan and set one small goal.
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Literacy block
Guided reading groups, spelling and writing time with their teacher.
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Recess
Outdoor play on the field or climbing frames, supervised by staff.
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Maths & science
Hands-on problems, then a lab session on plants and growth.
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Lunch
A balanced hot lunch or packed meal, followed by free play.
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Specials
Music, art, PE or Spanish, rotating through the week.
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Clubs & pick-up
Chess, robotics, choir or soccer until 4:30, or straight home.
Life on campus
Moments from this school year
From our families
Parents and students, in their own words
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Come and see us in person
Tours run Monday to Friday at 9:30 am and 1:30 pm. Tell us a little about your family and we'll confirm your slot.