DISCOVERY PRIMARY
We provide a world-class education that empowers children to develop, a love for learning, a passion for excellence, and strength in character.
Welcome to the Discovery Primary
We have a Francophone section, an English section and a Bilingual track.
Our entire primary school broadly follows the Cambridge International Assessment and curriculum standards for classes and in all subjects except for French Section.
All our French language curriculum content is aligned to the National French curriculum with standards set by Eduscol. Students in the Francophone section prepare to take end-of-cycle evaluations using both CNED/Eduscol and DALF assessments at the end of primary.
The ability to apply knowledge through practical tasks, problem-solving, investigation skills, and the use of oral and written language.
The development of personal and social skills, such as the ability to work with others and take on a leadership role within a group.
Interpersonal and Leadership Skills Development
Applied Knowledge and Problem-Solving Skills
Fostering Perseverance and Self-Discipline for Personal Growth
The development of confidence that comes through self-discipline and the commitment to learn and persevere even when tasks seem difficult.
Language Proficiency and Factual Recall
The ability to express oneself in oral and written form and, where appropriate, to remember facts accurately and use them constructively.
The Discovery Difference
Mathematics
In the primary grades, students develop essential mathematical skills and concepts through an engaging curriculum that emphasizes numerical operations, problem-solving strategies, logical reasoning, and the application of math principles to real-world situations, providing a strong foundation for higher-level mathematical study
Our major subjects are as follows
Primary education lays the foundation for scientific literacy by introducing students to the basic principles of science through hands-on exploration, experimentation, and the development of observational and analytical skills across various scientific disciplines."
Science
English or French as a Primary Language
Students develop language proficiency in both English and French through an immersive curriculum that emphasizes reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
Digital Literacy and Computing
Children’s learning and competence in beginning to read and write is constantly supported and extended.
PE (Physical Education)
The physical development of students is encouraged through the provision of opportunities for them to be active and interactive and to improve their skills of coordination, control, manipulation and movement. Our pupils are always supported in developing an understanding of the importance of physical activity and making healthy choices in relation to food.
Kinyarwanda as an Additional Language
To promote cultural awareness and inclusivity, primary school students have the opportunity to learn Kinyarwanda as an additional language.
Art & Music
Primary education nurtures creativity and self-expression by exposing students to various art forms, including visual arts, music, dance, and drama, allowing them to explore their artistic talents, develop motor skills, and gain an appreciation for cultural diversity through hands-on experiences and performances.
Global Perspectives
We support children in helping them to make sense of the world through offering opportunities for them to use a range of tools safely; Encounter creatures, people, plants and objects in their natural environments; undertake practical experiments and work with a range of materials.
How we assess and track progress at the primary school level
All new pupils have a baseline assessment in reading and math at the start of the academic year. Existing students typically have end-of-year data from the previous year to inform lesson planning and support for the next year.
Using this information, teachers plan to accelerate student attainment and set targets for English and Numeracy.
As the year progresses, we assess your child in the following ways:
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Observing them working in groups
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Asking them questions or giving them complex problems or tasks to solve
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Looking at their completed work
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End of unit assessments - i.e., after finishing a science unit of work on light
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External Cambridge assessments
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Regular formative assessment during lessons
Twice a month, teacher teams collectively review individual student progress against selected critical standards in math and language. This is where patterns and trends are identified. Teachers will then create support plans to provide continuous support so that each student makes optimal progress.
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Discover your child's path to success with our simple, three-step admissions process! Start by easily submitting your application online. Next, our admissions team will delve into your application to understand your child's unique potential. Finally, join us for a personalized meeting with our teachers alongside your parents, where we discuss how our programs can be tailored to your aspirations. Embark on your child's educational journey with us—apply now and transform your child's future!
Get in Touch
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Discovery Hotline - 0781111002: Our hotline is always open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, please send a message for a quick response. For operational, day-to-day, finance and administrative queries, please use call/WhatsApp this line; you can also send a quick email to info@discoveryrwanda.org.
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Class WhatsApp: The class group is for messages relevant to all. For personal concerns, contact the teacher directly. Policy queries should be addressed to the teacher or heads-of-department, not the group.
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For finance queries: please send an email to finance@discoveryrwanda.org or please contact the Accounts Department on +250783627836 or the Discovery Hotline on 0781111002.
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For academic queries: please send an email to academics@discoveryrwanda.org
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Communication hours: Contact teachers/staff before 5:30 PM. They'll respond after dismissal, except in emergencies.
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Heads of departments appointment: by contacting us on info@discoveryrwanda.org, or please Call/Whatsapp +250781111002
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