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Elementary School
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DA Parent Katy B.
Prior to DA, school was such a challenge because teachers were unable to support my daughters’ learning needs…My daughters can now think creatively, express themselves better in written and verbal form, and take ownership of their learning.
It All Starts Here
At Denver Academy, we are committed to the development of the whole child. Starting in elementary school, each student is placed in a homeroom class that matches their academic readiness and skills. We offer our students a safe, nurturing environment where they can flourish.
In addition to instruction in Denver Academy’s math, science, and social studies programs with placement tailored to your child’s needs, our teachers use Orton-Gillingham phonetics-based methods to teach reading and spelling, and the Lindamood-Bell program for Visualizing/Verbalizing. These specialized approaches help our elementary teachers assist your child as they fill in the gaps in their skill sets. Denver Academy Literacy Specialists are available to work one-on-one and in small groups with students to augment their reading skills when needed. Elementary students round out their learning with classes in physical education, arts and media, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math).
In addition to instruction in Denver Academy’s math, science, and social studies programs with placement tailored to your child’s needs, our teachers use Orton-Gillingham phonetics-based methods to teach reading and spelling, and the Lindamood-Bell program for Visualizing/Verbalizing. These specialized approaches help our elementary teachers assist your child as they fill in the gaps in their skill sets. Denver Academy Literacy Specialists are available to work one-on-one and in small groups with students to augment their reading skills when needed. Elementary students round out their learning with classes in physical education, arts and media, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math).
Physical Education
We believe active bodies = active brains! At Denver Academy, Elementary students have physical education five days a week! The focus is on the development of motor skills, coordination, and balance.
Arts & Media + STEM Programs
Throughout the school year, Elementary students rotate through classes provided by our Arts & Media Program in the areas of theatre, visual arts, music, and digital arts. Upper Elementary students also spend time in the state-of-the-art Campos EPC SmartLab (Science, Math, Art, Robotics, and Technology) where they explore robotics, software engineering, mechanics and structures, circuitry, scientific data and analysis, alternative energy, computer graphics, and more.
Character Education
All students participate in our Character Education classes. Respect, responsibility, perseverance, generosity, and empathy are taught and discussed during these lessons. Denver Academy is a Common Sense Media-certified school and uses its digital citizenship curriculum. Conflict resolution, maintaining friendships, creating a sense of community, and self-advocacy are also modeled during this class.
Students leave Denver Academy’s Elementary School with enhanced foundational academic and social skills, higher self-esteem, and increased enthusiasm for learning.
Meet the Elementary School Team
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4400 E. Iliff Ave. Denver, CO 80222
Main/Attendance: 303.777.5870
Admissions: 303.777.5161
General: info@denveracademy.org
Main/Attendance: 303.777.5870
Admissions: 303.777.5161
General: info@denveracademy.org
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Denver Academy is an independent private school for grades 2-12 located in Denver, CO. DA inspires and empowers a diverse group of learners through student-centered, differentiated, and transformative education.
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