Assumption School, Manchester, CT - Pre-K through 8th Grade Catholic Education

For a complete list of the curriculum for each grade, please contact the main office at (860) 649-0889.  Each grade (teacher) has their own wiki space page which provides parents with an outline of homework on a daily basis.

  • Religious Education – A daily component evident in the total curriculum and philosophy of the school.  It is taught as a daily subject – God is essential.
  • Reading – A strong phonics based reading curriculum is established in Kindergarten.

The MacMillan-McGraw Hill curriculum is utilized in grades 1-3.
The Silver, Burdett, & Ginn curriculum is utilized in grades 4-6.
Writing – Tied closely to reading, social studies, spelling, and science.

  • Math – A hands on math curriculum is employed in the early grades which establishes a strong base allowing students to pursue more challenging concepts earlier.
  • Science – A log book based science program is utilized which begins to develop understanding of the scientific method in Kindergarten and spirals up throughout the grades.
  • Computer Education – Evident at all grade levels and integrated into various curriculum topics.
  • Music, Art, Physical Education, Library Science and Computer Science are part of the weekly curriculum.