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ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
 
Elementary education is offered both in elementary schools (grades I-VI) and in all-age schools (grades I-IX).  Most all-age schools will be converted to elementary schools or elementary and junior secondary schools.
 
AGE OF ADMISSION
Age 6
 
LENGTH
Six years
 
PROGRAMME OF STUDY
The following courses form the basis of the elementary curriculum which has been in effect since 1981:
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Language Arts
  • Mathematics
  • Music
  • Physical Education
  • Religious Education
  • Science
  • Social Studies
In addition, students take coursework in peace education, cultural and heritage issues, family education, drug abuse awareness, environmental issues, science and technology, and tourism.
 
ASSESSMENT AND PROMOTION
Students are continuously assessed through coursework, class participation, projects and examinations. A Common Entrance Examination is given at the end of grade VI which forms the basis of selection for secondary education.
 
GRADING SCALE
Information regarding grading at the elementary level is not available at this time.
 
Revised: May 06, 2004 .
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