Math
Math is the backbone of STEM. We focus on understanding first, then fluency, then challenge, so children can explain why, not just get answers.
Four subjects, one approach
Science
Science classes build the habit of asking good questions and testing ideas, with experiments that use everyday materials at home.
Coding & AI
Coding teaches structured thinking. Older students also learn how modern AI tools work, where they help, and where they go wrong.
English & reading
Strong reading and writing make every other subject easier. Small groups mean every child reads aloud, discusses and gets feedback on their writing.
Grades K–2
Curiosity and foundations
Short, playful, interactive classes that build confidence and early skills.
Number sense, counting and place value, addition and subtraction strategies, shapes, measurement, and early word problems.
Observing and asking questions: plants and animals, weather and seasons, materials, and simple experiments with things at home.
Sequencing, patterns and logic through games and block-based coding. Screen time with a purpose.
Phonics, sight words, fluency, and reading together, plus first sentences and stories.
Grades 3–5
Skills that compound
Solid fluency and problem solving, so later topics feel easy instead of scary.
Multiplication and division fluency, fractions and decimals, area and perimeter, data, and multi-step problem solving.
Matter and energy, forces and motion, ecosystems, Earth and space, and how to design a fair test.
Block coding projects (Scratch-style), loops and conditionals, debugging, and making simple games and stories.
Reading comprehension, vocabulary, paragraph writing, and reading longer books with confidence.
Grades 6–8
Middle school, made manageable
Bridging to abstract thinking: pre-algebra, real science, real code, real essays.
Ratios and proportional reasoning, negative numbers, expressions and equations, pre-algebra, geometry, and Algebra 1 for students who are ready.
Life, physical and earth science, the scientific method, reading data, and writing up an investigation.
First steps in Python, web basics, algorithms, and a plain-language introduction to how AI and machine learning work.
Literary analysis, essay structure, evidence-based writing, and grammar that sticks.
Grades 9–12
High school and beyond
Course support, depth and independence for demanding classes.
Algebra 1 and 2, geometry, precalculus, calculus and statistics, including support for AP and honors coursework.
Biology, chemistry and physics support, lab-style reasoning, and problem sets that build real understanding.
Python and programming fundamentals, data structures and algorithms, data projects, AI and machine learning foundations, and support for AP Computer Science.
Argumentative and analytical writing, close reading, research skills, and support with school essays.
Not sure where your child fits?
That’s what the free trial is for. Tell us what your child is learning at school and where they feel stuck or bored, and we’ll suggest a subject, level and group size. Questions first? Email admissions@wrenschool.com.