At Hollywood Schoolhouse, our dynamic elementary curriculum is founded on the belief that children are naturally curious and capable of profound learning when provided with the right environment. Rooted in inquiry-based learning, our program encourages students to take an active role in their education by exploring their interests, generating thoughtful questions, and seeking deeper understanding.

Through hands-on activities, experiments, and collaborative projects, students immerse themselves in topics that connect across disciplines, developing critical problem-solving skills and engaging with real-world issues.

We also prioritize empathy and social responsibility through initiatives like Character Strong, which helps students develop key skills in communication, collaboration, and problem-solving. In our highly diverse community, we emphasize character development to foster respect for different perspectives, empowering students to build meaningful relationships and make a positive impact on the world around them.

At Hollywood Schoolhouse, our students leave not only with strong academic abilities but also with a deep sense of responsibility to themselves, their peers, and the world they will help shape.

Lower Elementary

We transition children from JK to Kindergarten by introducing:

• Inquiry-based instruction with project-based learning

• Scaffolding learning expectations

• Formal Math, English/Language Arts, History, and Science programs

• Formal assessments in Reading and Math

• More enrichment time and classes including Visual Arts, Technology, and Swimming

• Experiential learning through field trips

• Morning Meet-Ups where we introduce our weekly Bellringer (a student who exemplifies our school values by being consistently safe, kind, and responsible)

• Formal Character Strong curriculum

• 3rd Grade Collaboratory

• Standardized testing beginning in 3rd Grade