Upper School
Grade 8 to 12
 In the Upper School years the skills of logic and analysis are developed as students work with greater independence at a more sophisticated level. Students take courses in a variety of subject areas beyond the requirements of the Ministry of Education to ensure they receive a balanced academic program. Emphasis is placed on the humanities, as well as on mathematics and the sciences. Mandatory courses in Latin, philosophy and history enable students to refine their powers of critical thinking, and to gain broad cultural knowledge. Technology is used as a tool to enhance learning and students integrate it into their work. A challenging and advanced curriculum prepares students for the world beyond Hawthorn’s walls.
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Lower School
Grade 1 to 7
 In the Lower School students develop a love for learning, and build solid study skills and work habits in each area of a well-rounded academic program. In the early grades the curriculum focuses on a systematic approach to cultivate phonetic, literacy and mathematics skills. As students mature and their reasoning capacities increase they are gradually presented with more complex ideas and concepts. The budding intellect is challenged through courses at an advanced level in the humanities and sciences. By the time they reach the Upper School, students have acquired knowledge of the main historical periods with an awareness of the corresponding developments in literature, science and philosophy.
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Junior School
Pre-school to Senior Kindergarten
 Students in the Junior School are exposed to a wide variety of subjects and their natural curiosity is encouraged to help them gain knowledge of the world and the truth of things. Preparation for later critical thinking is facilitated by emphasizing order and by providing a predictable and consistent learning environment.
The Junior School’s core subjects of mathematics and language are carefully structured to help young students develop their ability to think logically. A well-rounded education is provided through the other core subjects, including art, French, music, physical education and science. Students learn sound study skills and work habits in each area.
A distinctive feature of Hawthorn’s Junior School is a full academic program for young learners. To ensure a balanced approach, academic subjects are interspersed with free and directed play, crafts, music and games.
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