The early lower school program at Greene Hill provides young children with opportunities to engage creatively with each other, and with a variety of materials. Great emphasis is placed on learning about what it means to be part of a classroom community, and finding joy in learning and exploring together.
In the early years of the Lower School, Social Studies and Science work are deeply intertwined in the classrooms, as children are immersed in experiences that help them better understand their communities and environments. While certain studies may fall neatly into the categories of “Science” or “Social Studies,” at this age the connections among them are very strong, with most explorations highly integrated in nature. We call these core studies “Community Work.” Whole-class block building is an important arena for learning: children build realistic scaled models based on first-hand research, and then use their structures to deepen their experience through dramatic play and reenactment.
Children at Greene Hill School love learning as much as their friends and teachers. Students thrive academically because they are known well, respected as individuals and care about their school community and the world around them. Come visit us to see our independent and progressive school for students in PreK-8th grade. Learn about our All-School Studies, sliding-scale tuition, bus service and excellent high school placements. We are located in the heart of Fort Greene, Brooklyn and open for students throughout the city.
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