Lower School Curriculum Guide

The Lower School at Kentucky Country Day provides a full-day junior kindergarten and kindergarten experience for the academic year as well as a full day for grades one through four. Working closely with students, teachers strive to give each child a strong foundation in the basic skills in each discipline and at every grade level. At the same time, we encourage healthy relationships among students and between students and teachers. Because children mature and become ready to learn at varying rates, a given skill level is not identical in all students. The school considers individual needs while encouraging the pursuit of excellence. The goals are high, but teachers are dedicated to challenging youngsters to do their best without undue pressure. Cultivation of a strong self-image is of primary importance in order that the child may develop a sense of confidence and joy in the ability to learn new skills.