The Stanwich School Intermediate House gives our children the opportunity to develop the skills and personal character set forth in the mission of the school.  A traditional curriculum that has proven its merits over the years, a daily structure that addresses the needs of our students and an environment that encourages the behaviors we value insure each child's success.  The faculty, with their understanding of and enthusiasm for children at this age level, help each student reach his or her full potential.

A comprehensive program in English helps our students develop effective communication skills.  Our study includes an emphasis on vocabulary, including the study of Greek and Latin roots, an understanding of the elements of writing through grammar exercises, and a structured approach to writing.  In addition, the study of classical literature introduces our students to exemplary writing styles.

In Mathematics, the main focus is for students to demonstrate their mastery of skills and apply them accurately when solving a variety of problems.  Students learn to manipulate spreadsheets, create graphs, and complete hands-on projects, which support and broaden their understanding of mathmatical concepts.

The Science curriculum combines technology, hands-on experimentation, and traditional classroom instruction.  This combination of approaches insures that students understand science concepts thoroughly, not only in the abstract, but in practical application, as well.

In History, studying American history, ancient civilizations, and medieval history helps students understand how our community has evolved.  By analyzing history, students begin to develop skills needed to solve problems in their own communities.

Beginning in Grade 4, the formal study of French is also taught, which is an opportunity to introduce reading and writing in a foreign language.  Students in Grade 5 have an opportunity to choose French or Spanish where they learn the written and spoken language as well as its culture and customs.  This study continues in Grade 6.

Learning to play an instrument or participating in a chorus helps students appreciate the pleasure of joining with others to play and sing in the music program.  In studio arts classes, students learn to sculpt in clay, construct with wood, paint with acrylics and watercolors, and create designs and cartoon animations with technology.  In drama, students learn all aspects of theater by producing, managing and acting out each facet of the production.

Sportsmanship, healthy living and individual and team play are stressed in the physical education program.  Learning to be responsible team players while developing individual skills gives students the foundation necessary for successful team play.  With the introduction of life sports, students gain athletic skills that serve them well beyond the time of interscholastic competition.

The Bible guides the direction of our values classes as we instill the values of the Ten Commandments and the Golden Rule in weekly classes.  In addition, these values are reinforced during morning assemblies where students gather as a community.  Emphasis is on the book of Proverbs which provide excellent instruction for daily living.