Academics
Lower School
Lower School solidifies the foundation for lifelong learning.
As a globally focused school, we teach children in 1st through 5th grade to care about others and the world in which we live. We strive to help children feel a sense of belonging and encourage them to contribute to this global community.
Our teachers pay close attention to their students on an individual basis and build strong positive relationships with them. In every grade, parents can expect a curriculum tailored to their child’s growth and development in a school community that offers something extra and different. The educational program is further enhanced by physical education, library, computer science, fine and performing arts, and Spanish. An after-school program and summer day camp are also available. The Academy’s learning environment is joyful, active, and engaging
List of 3 items.
-
Primary Years Programme
The International Baccalaureate® (IB) Primary Years Programme is a curriculum framework designed for students aged 3 to 12. The PYP transdisciplinary framework focuses on the development of the whole child as an inquirer, both at school and beyond. Informed by research into how students learn, how educators teach, and the principles and practice of effective assessment, the program places a powerful emphasis on inquiry-based learning. Click here to learn more about the program.
Harrisburg Academy is a Candidate School* for the Primary Years Programme. Harrisburg Academy is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. These are schools that share a common philosophy—a commitment to high quality, challenging, international education that Harrisburg Academy believes is important for our students.
*Only schools authorized by the IB organization can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme (DP), or the Career-related Programme (CP). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted. For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org. -
Science & Technology
Hands-on lab science experiences are designed to motivate and increase student interest and ability, and introduce them to new concepts. We enjoy activities that can be replicated or expanded upon at home, which keeps science and science exploration well within the reach of each child. In technology, EC/LS students are learning to navigate computer programs that increase their skill level and expand on ideas that are being taught in the classroom. For example, technology supports the study of germs (in science class) and the Pennsylvania scrapbook project (in social studies). -
Tuition & Before/After Care
The Academy strives to remain competitive in an ever-changing economy. We understand that your day does not always start at 8 a.m. and end at 2:45 p.m. which is why we have an Extended Day Program (EDP) for before and after-school care. Early drop-off will begin at 7 a.m. for Lower School, and after-school coverage continues until 5:30 p.m. Families can choose to pay $10 per day as needed for before and after-school care, or full-year EDP is available at a discounted rate. Need-based financial aid is available for students in 1st-12th grade. Click for full information on tuition and the admission process.
