Upper Elementary Enriched Curriculum

We offer Upper Elementary students (Grades 5–8) an enriched curriculum that both challenges and inspires. Beyond strong academics, students are encouraged to explore a wide range of interests, develop leadership, and build community through diverse opportunities.

Highlights of the Upper Elementary Enrichment Program include:

Academic Reach Ahead: Grade 8 students may complete Grade 9 math, giving them a head start on secondary school studies.

Field Trips & Cultural Experiences

  • Visits to theatres, art galleries, museums, and conservation areas
  • Overnight trips that extend learning beyond the classroom
  • Guest speakers who bring global and cultural insights into the school

STEM

  • Visits to conservation areas for real-world exploration of environmental sustainability
  • Wheatley students often qualify and win at competitions such as the Niagara Regional Science and Engineering Fair

Physical Education & Athletics

  • Lunchtime games for friendly competition and team building
  • After-school inter-school teams in a variety of sports
  • Participation in track and field, gymnastics, and more
  • Recipient of the Quality Daily Physical Education Recognition Award

Clubs & Leadership

  • Opportunities to join clubs such as chess, robotics, and computers
  • Participation in Student Council to develop leadership and responsibility
  • Beginning in Grade 5, students join one of four Houses, fostering school pride, community, and cross-grade friendships

Music & the Arts

  • Students may join the choir beginning in Grade 3
  • Private piano and voice lessons offered during school hours for interested students
  • Annual musical theatre production and artistic experiences

My children attended Wheatley for eleven years where they received outstanding academics and wonderful social skills.” — Helene and Pino, Parent

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Primary

At Wheatley your child will flourish in our loving and caring environment. Our Montessori programs provide your child the opportunities to develop to his or her full potential.

Upper Elementary

In the warmth and diversity of our school community, upper elementary students are challenged to participate at their optimum level.

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Admissions

At Wheatley, the admission process is designed to help potential students, their parents, and the school, make an informed and appropriate decision about enrolment. As part of this process, we ask that you become familiar with the school, our philosophies and policies.