Calvert Curriculum
A Century of American Excellence — Now in Your Neighbourhood
Founded in 1906, Calvert Education is one of the world’s most trusted structured curricula. At AES, we bring this internationally recognised programme to life in a bilingual setting — from Kindergarten through Grade 5.
Why Calvert at AES?
🏛️ 100+ Years of Excellence
Established in 1906, Calvert’s curriculum meets rigorous US state education standards and has been trusted by international families and accredited schools worldwide.
📚 Structured Learning Pathway
A complete GK–G5 framework where every subject builds systematically on the last. Students progress with confidence through a carefully sequenced, cohesive programme.
🌏 Bilingual Integration
AES seamlessly blends Calvert’s American academic rigour with Chinese language instruction, developing truly bilingual students ready for global opportunities.
Grade-by-Grade Overview
Kindergarten through Grade 5 — a complete six-year journey
GK Kindergarten
Building learning habits through play — foundational concepts in language, math, and science; nurturing curiosity and confidence.
📌 Language Arts, Math Concepts, Science, Social-Emotional Learning
Grade 1
From emergent reader to fluent reader. Foundational arithmetic, systematic exploration of the natural and social world.
📌 Reading Comprehension, Basic Operations, Science Exploration, Character
Grade 2
Deepening reading comprehension and writing. Multi-digit operations, ecology, community studies and cultural awareness.
📌 Writing Skills, Multiplication & Division, Life Science, Community
Grade 3
Independent reading and critical thinking. Fractions, measurement, understanding broader history and geography.
📌 Paragraph Writing, Fractions, Earth Science, American History
Grade 4
Research writing and multi-text analysis. Division and geometry mastery, introduction to physical and chemical concepts.
📌 Research Reports, Geometry, Physical Science, World Geography
Grade 5
Advanced reading analysis and argumentative writing. Pre-algebra, US founding history, civics and world cultures.
📌 Argumentative Writing, Pre-Algebra, Civics, World Cultures
The PLUS Learning Theory
Calvert’s signature PLUS methodology underpins everything at AES — ensuring every student learns deeply, not just superficially.
P – Practice: Repeated practice to consolidate skills
L – Learning: Systematic, structured knowledge-building
U – Understanding: Deep conceptual mastery, not rote memorisation
S – Success: Building confidence and genuine achievement
How We Implement It
- Native English-speaking teachers
- Small class sizes for deep interaction
- Personalised learning pace
- Bilingual supplementary materials
- Regular progress reports
- Strong parent communication
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