Primary School
At ALKEV, we believe that a child’s academic journey begins in Grade 1 with a strong foundation in learning and personal development. Our primary goal is to foster a positive attitude toward education and inspire a lifelong love for learning. By promoting active engagement and avoiding rote memorization, we ensure that students find joy in discovery and growth.
Our lessons are designed to stimulate all senses, enabling a sustainable and meaningful learning experience. Through holistic teaching methods and differentiated learning opportunities, we cater to the unique needs, abilities, and interests of each student. This empowers them to participate actively in lessons, develop their own learning strategies, and grow both academically and personally.
Three core principles guide our teaching philosophy and lesson planning at ALKEV:
1. Understanding by Design (UbD)
UbD employs a backward design approach that focuses on desired learning outcomes, core concepts, and essential questions. This framework emphasizes understanding and transferability, ensuring students achieve deep, lasting learning while enhancing their performance.
2. Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
UDL addresses the diverse needs of learners by integrating flexible teaching approaches. By providing multiple ways to access materials, learn, and demonstrate knowledge, UDL removes barriers to learning and fosters differentiation. This approach maximizes each student’s potential by allowing for choice and adaptability.
3. PASS Theory
PASS theory emphasizes cognitive processes involved in learning: planning, attention, simultaneous, and successive processing. By incorporating targeted methods and media, such as strategies to enhance reading skills, this approach supports students’ cognitive development and thinking abilities.
Language Education
At ALKEV, language learning begins early, reflecting our commitment to multilingual excellence:
German: Starting in Grade 1, students engage with German through interactive and modern methods, guided by native-speaking teachers. Lessons incorporate songs, games, station-based learning, and projects to create an engaging learning environment. By Grade 2, short stories and dialogues are introduced, and art and music are integrated into the German curriculum. German culture is woven into school life, and by the end of Grade 4, students are prepared for the A1 Youth Certification Exam.
English: Beginning in Grade 3, students receive four hours of English lessons per week, continuing through Grade 4. These lessons lay a strong foundation in the language, preparing students for further academic and personal success.
Beyond Academics: Social Activities at ALKEV
We believe in nurturing well-rounded individuals through an array of extracurricular activities. These activities are designed to enhance language development, creativity, and social skills. By engaging in creative projects and collaborative experiences, students grow in confidence and develop essential life skills that extend beyond the classroom.