At Sanborn School, we use the
Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks to guide teaching and learning in conjunction with curriculum programs that have been adopted by the Andover Public Schools.
Reading: Students in Grades K-5 engage in daily reading workshop model utilizing
Fountas & Pinnell Classroom for Grades K-2. Grades 3-5 engage in a combination of novel study and guided small group reading. Additionally, students in Grades K-3 utilize
Fundations which support critical foundational reading skills such as phonemic awareness, phonics and vocabulary.
Science: Students in Grades K-5 engage in science instruction utilizing
Foss Next Generation curriculum.
Social Studies: Andover Public Schools is currently reviewing and developing a curriculum for Grades K-5 based on the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core.
Digital Learning: Students in Grades K-5 utilize iPads (K-1) and Chromebooks (3-5) regularly to enhance teaching and instruction of all curricular areas.
Also, students attend daily specials including art, library, music and physical education/wellness.