Middle School

Concordia's Middle School program, designed for students in grades 6 to 8, supports the critical transition into adolescence by nurturing their unique talents and interests.

We emphasize not only academic growth but also focus on their well-being, fostering independence, responsibility, and leadership skills.

Teaching Philosophy & Methodology

Through meaningful relationships and intentional communities at each grade level, our teachers provide inspiring and relevant hands-on learning that expands student choice and grows independence and responsibility in order to meet the needs of every student so they can thrive in our diverse and complex world.

Inspiring & Relevant Learning

We focus on holistic learning through hands-on experiences, meaningful connections to China, and opportunities that nurture each student's academic growth and overall well-being.

Thriving in a Diverse & Complex World

Students depart the Middle School better equipped with the relevant 21st Century skills to thrive in high school and beyond.

Supporting Every Student

Through differentiated instruction and assessment practices, individualized support, as well as robust Learning Support and English Language Learning programs, our teachers aim to meet every student at his or her level.

Expanding Student Choice

Middle School students choose from diverse elective offerings, music at each grade level, and a wide variety of co-curricular activities. When students have choice their interest and commitment grow too.

International Community

Relationships in the Middle School are grounded on layers of community, including daily advisory, careful student placement, and grade-level teams so teachers can collaborate and build community.

Middle School Curriculum

Concordia follows an American curriculum with an international focus. The curriculum is adaptable within limits to the academic needs of individual students.

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Middle School Curriculum

Nine subject areas are studied each year:  Mathematics, Science, English, Social Studies, Physical Education, World Language, STEM, RSB and the Fine Arts.

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Extracurricular Program

Our sports and extracurricular activities programs provide fertile ground for middle school students to experience competition, shine in performance, and rise to leadership opportunities.

Exploration of Applied Learning
In 2022, the Middle School created its own version of an Applied Learning program. While the Middle School version does not have the rigor or depth of the High School Applied Learning program, Exploration seeks to extend the learning that takes place in our core Middle School programs and allows students to apply the knowledge and skills that they are learning in a variety of different settings. Middle school students take four Exploration of Applied Learning courses through the academic year. By providing space for students to try out things they might not have considered, we hope to unlock a hidden interest or passion. By mixing grade levels, students are encouraged to develop relationships across the Middle School, not just with their peers but also with different teachers, which deepens our community.

Counselling Program

Concordia’s Middle School Counseling Program is rooted in a comprehensive, developmental model that supports the academic and social-emotional growth of every student. Our counselors serve as student advocates who work in partnership with families, teachers, and administrators to promote student well-being and success in a globally minded school community. Each middle school student has access to a counselor who provides individual support and facilitates group counseling that address critical areas such as emotional regulation, conflict resolution, cultural adjustment, peer relationships, and decision-making. Counselors also play a key role in school-wide initiatives that foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment. Students may be referred to the counseling program through self-referral, parent referral, teacher referral, or peer referral. When needed, counselors may recommend external resources or licensed mental health professionals to ensure students receive the appropriate level of support.

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