Our standardized test scores over the years are one measure which shows that our students are exceeding provincial and national norms in all subject areas. To view the curriculum outcomes for grades Kindergarten through Grade Nine, please click on the link below: http://www.gov.nf.ca/edu

In standardized tests which correlate well with similar measures in the United States and the United Kingdom, our students have excelled as a group. Over the years, Lakecrest students have consistently scored from twenty-five to thirty-five percent above the national average. The following text below expands further on the curriculum by going into more detail on the various core subject areas Lakecrest students are expected to excel in.

Accurate and high level language skills allow individuals to exert control over their lives. Through reading children deepen and extend their experiences, add to their knowledge about the world, and escape into other worlds. They learn how language is used in different kinds of discourse. The Language Arts program will focus on the development of strong communication skills.

Science

The major emphasis of Lakecrest science program is the development of process skills within the framework of an enquiry approach. Specific topics serve as the context in which skills, understanding and attitudes are developed. The program emphasizes a hands-on investigation of science and the natural environment and extends students' curiosity about their world around them. 

French

A goal of the French program is to equip students with the ability to communicate and discuss ideas and information in French. The program will develop skills in the four major components of language learning: speaking, listening, reading and writing. In addition, an integral part of the program will focus on cultural aspects relevant to the French language. This will lead to the natural integration of language learning in subject areas such as art, literature, music, history and geography. A significant portion of the weekly schedule will have students working towards acquiring competency in French. At least 120 minutes per week will be allocated to the learning of French at both the primary and elementary grades.

Fine Arts

The Fine Arts program will contribute to the development of the whole child. An integral part of the program includes expanding the children's knowledge and appreciation of Fine Arts. Students will participate in activities such as creating, performing, listening, viewing and critiquing. Students will share the experiences of local and visiting artists through attendance at performances, exhibitions or workshops. The Fine Arts program is an ideal opportunity to enrich each child's ability to recognize the life-long pleasures to be gained from the arts.

Mathematics

A major premise of the mathematics program is that children learn best when actively involved in the process. The mathematics program will develop and extend mathematical competencies through strategies such as manipulation, practice, graphing and drill. Another focus of the program will centre on children's ability to demonstrate their understanding by clearly describing the problem solving strategies used. The students' competencies will be enhanced by regular exposure to and involvement with relevant and stimulating resources. There will be strong emphasis on relating mathematical concepts to students' daily experiences. The program will foster within each learner a sense of accomplishment and success with numeration, operations, measurement, geometry and graphing.

Social Studies

The ultimate goal of the social studies program is to develop qualities of good citizenship and an understanding of the world of the past, the present and the future. The children will achieve this goal through actively acquiring knowledge, interpreting information, raising issues and concerns, and suggesting solutions. Whereas a goal of Lakecrest is to foster a sense of community, the social studies program will be a natural link between the students and society.

Physical Education and Health

Physical education is an integral part of our total school program. It contributes to the development of the "whole child" through activities selected from a well balanced program. Instruction is given in the following areas:

Games: skipping, baseball, juggling, bowling
Outdoor Education: orienteering, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, walking and hiking.
Dance: folk, aerobic, improvisation, social
Gymnastics:
Nutrition and Fitness:
Development of the human body: