Downtown School Information

The Downtown School provides an educational experience based on research and the best practices in elementary education. Parental Involvement - The downtown location is convenient for working parents to keep in touch with their child and strengthens communication with educators. Activities are often scheduled during the lunch hour to make it convenient for parents to play an active part in classroom-related activities and committees for the school. Parents are encouraged to visit their child during the day -- many stop by over lunch. Small Class Size - Each class has only sixteen students. This allows teachers to design and implement lessons specifically suited to the needs of individuals. Integrated Curriculum - Traditional subjects are integrated and focused on themes. Students learn and practice subject-area skills in authentic problem-solving situations. Experience-Based, Active Learning - Teachers create an environment that encourages students to learn by doing and then share their learning with the class. Downtown School teachers use a wide variety of curriculum resources, including the following: Curriculum Guided Reading by Marie Clay and Irene Fountas