At The Heritage School, a rich array of educational options ensures that every student's potential is recognized and challenged. The curriculum is college-preparatory. Our goal is to provide each student with an education that is grounded in developing critical thinking skills and academic skill in all areas of study. Computer instruction, foreign languages, music and art are offered for every Heritage student beginning in kindergarten.

Age 3 through Kindergarden

Young children have a natural curiosity of the world around them and learn through play and social interaction. The curriculum for preschoolers is developmentally appropriate and focused on meeting the social, emotional and intellectual needs of the young child. Through intruction and play, both guided and free exploration, you child is introduced to concepts in language arts, math, science, social studies, the fine arts and personal fitness.

The kindergarden program is grounded in the premise that children learn best through a variety of instructional and experiential methods.It is a year in which a child learns significantly through play as well as through formal instruction.

Lower School (Grades 1-4)

Imagine setting out on a long journey back through history and knowing what you know today. Imagine experiencing life in different cultures through the language, geography, and social life without the modern conveniences we take for granted.
Now imagine it from a child’s point of view. Welcome to a day in the life of Heritage Lower School.

Students in the Lower School study from this historical viewpoint across all the disciplines of the curriculum –language arts, math, science, social studies, computer,fine arts, foreign language, and personal fitness – to realize the connections between these different areas of thought.This energetic curriculum presents students with a diversityof learning methods and promotes the development of their critical thinking skills.

Middle School (Grades 5-8)

The Middle School program provides a balance between the demands of a college preparatory school and the needs of the growing and maturing adolescent.
Curriculum addresses intellectual, social, emotional, creative, physical, and moral development, while ensuring a safe and nuturing environment.

The Middle School experience embraces academic rigor in a manner that entails more direct instruction.Yet, the strong academic curriculum makes room for the age-related need for social interaction and for students to grow safely as individuals. Students are encouraged and expected to think critically, explore problem-solving solutions, question thoughts and ideas, and work more independently. Beyond the core curriculum, students may be placed in upper level courses based on ability and background.

Upper School (Grades 9-12)

As Upper School students prepare for their next step in life, finding one’s path is still a process of discovery, mentoring, and leadership.As students mature, new roles help them build self-confidence, enhance socialization skills, and realize the boundaries of responsibility and accountability.

The Upper School curriculum prepares students for success at the college level. A student’s course of study is planned with a college counselor and faculty advisor
based on graduation requirements and on the student’s individual interests, ensuring that the student meets college acceptance standards. An emphasis on personal responsibility and strong study skills enables students to handle a challenging academic course load, while participating in extracurricular and athletic activities.

At the core of the curriculum are English, mathematics, history, the natural and
social sciences, foreign language, fine arts, technology, and physical education. Sixteen different Advanced Placement credit courses are offered and nearly 80 percent of AP students receive college credit based on their scores on the College
Board Advanced Placement exams.

Graduation requirements

Graduation from The Heritage School requires that a student must accumulate a total of 24 credit units in grades nine through twelve including the following:

English: 4 credit units
Math: 4 credit units: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, and a fourth credit beyond Algebra II.
Social Sciences: 4 credit units:World History, American History, Government and Economics and one additional Social Science
Foreign Languages: 3 credit units
Natural Science: 4 credit units including lab sciences
Public Speaking: 1/2 credit unit
Computer Science: 1/2 credit unit
Health and P.E.: 1 credit unit
Electives: 3 credit units