Curriculum Grades 4–7

Our curriculum for grades 4–7 emphasizes success skills such as organization, time management, problem-solving and study strategies.

Increased Independence and Self-Advocacy

Mastering Success Skills and Deepening Content Knowledge

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Life & Learning Skills

Starting in grade 4, students begin moving independently from classroom to classroom. This prepares students for upper grades and helps them become more accountable for their work.

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Expanded Learning 
Opportunities

Our curriculum continues to spiral in grades 4–7, revisiting key concepts and ideas with greater depth and complexity. English, History, Math and Science are delivered as separate courses, allowing our Subject Expert Teachers to dive deeper into lessons.
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Getting Ready for Next Steps

Due to the accelerated structure of our curriculum, our middle school students master material that is normally taught in high school. Beginning in grade 6, students take Biology, Chemistry and Physics as stand-alone science courses to prepare for Honors and AP® courses in high school.

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Enrich Their Experience

We offer a wide variety of extracurriculars and electives that can enhance your child’s learning experience, allowing them to discover new interests and pursue their passions. Some examples include student clubs, performing arts like theater and music, and courses in engineering, technology and visual arts.

Explore a Day in the Life

Dive deeper into the BASIS Charter School Curriculum. Delve into our rigorous course catalog and discover the exciting extracurricular activities that ignite student passions.

4th Grade Courses (Days/Week)
Arithmetic A (5)
Visual Arts 4 (Varies by School)
English 4 (5)
PE & Sports 4 (5)
History 4 (5)
Writing Enrichment (3)
Science 4 (5)
Computer Enrichment 4 (1)
Engineering & Technology 4 (Varies by School)

*Schools may include Martial Arts as part of their PE & Sports minutes. Other Specials may include Music, Theater, Musical Theater, or additional occurrences of Specials listed above.

Please contact your BASIS Charter School of interest for a sample daily schedule.

5th Grade Courses (Days/Week)
Arithmetic B (5)
Music 5 (Varies by School)
English 5 (5)
Visual Arts 5 (Varies by School)
US History 5 (5)
PE & Sports 5 (3)
Science 5 (5)
Writing Mastery (3)
Physical Geography (5)

*Schools may include Martial Arts as part of their PE & Sports minutes. Other Specials may include Music, Theater, Musical Theater, or additional occurrences of Specials listed above.

Please contact your BASIS Charter School of interest for a sample daily schedule.

6th Grade Courses (Days/Week)
Prealgebra (5)
Physics 6 (3)
English 6 (5)
Chemistry 6 (3)
World History & Geography I (5)
PE & Sports 6 (3)
Biology 6 (3)
Linguistics I (3)

*Specific course offerings will vary by campus. Please contact the School for more information.

**Foreign Language offerings may include Mandarin, Spanish, French and Latin. Students will continue taking the same foreign language chosen in 8th grade throughout high school.

***Students must complete all three Honors Science courses (Chemistry, Biology or Physics) and typically take the AP courses that follow the first two completed. 

Please contact your BASIS Charter School of interest for a sample daily schedule.

7th Grade Courses (Days/Week)
Algebra I & Geometry (5)
Chemistry 7 (3)
English 7 (5)
Logic or Computer Logic (2)
World History & Geography II (5)
Linguistics 7 or Linguistics II or Linguistics & Rhetoric (4)
Biology 7 (3)
Elective* (5)
Physics 7 (3)

*Specific course offerings will vary by campus. Please contact the School for more information.

**Foreign Language offerings may include Mandarin, Spanish, French and Latin. Students will continue taking the same foreign language chosen in 8th grade throughout high school.

***Students must complete all three Honors Science courses (Chemistry, Biology or Physics) and typically take the AP courses that follow the first two completed. 

Please contact your BASIS Charter School of interest for a sample daily schedule.

Art Club
Chess Club
Drama Club
Mandarin Club
Dance Club
Jiu Jistu
Math Club
Running Club
Soccer Team
Tennis Team
Track Team
Volleyball Team
Yoga Club
Speech & Debate
Basketball
Baseball
Cross-Country
Track & Field
Ntl. Honors Society
Model UN
Debate Team
Improv Club
Code Ninjas
Yearbook
Mock Trial
Newspaper
Science Bowl
Swim Team
Robotics Club
Minecraft Club
3d Printing Club
Knitting & Crocheting
Culinary Arts Club
Magic Club
Filmmaking Club
Science Fiction & Fantasy Club
Model Rocketry Club

*Extracurricular activities vary by campus and from year to year based on student interest. Please contact your local BASIS Charter School for current offerings.

Our Curriculum by Grade

Explore our curriculum roadmap to see what your child will learn at each grade level.

Kindergarten

Kindergarteners build foundational skills in literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development.

Grades 1–3

Deepen skills in reading, writing, math, science, and history while fostering creativity and critical thinking.

Grades 8–12

College prep, AP courses, and real-world problem-solving through rigorous coursework and electives.

Curriculum FAQs

Discover how our curriculum can benefit your child’s educational journey.
Our curriculum is designed to challenge students, but we prioritize fostering a love of learning and building strong study skills. We offer differentiated instruction to ensure appropriate rigor for each grade level. Additionally, teachers provide support and resources to help students manage their workload effectively.
BASIS fosters a well-rounded educational experience. We believe in the importance of hands-on learning and offer exciting field trips that complement classroom studies. Additionally, students have opportunities to showcase their creativity through class plays, presentations, and other engaging activities.

Absolutely! Beyond core subjects like English, Math, Science, and Social Studies, our curriculum introduces students to exciting interdisciplinary courses like Linguistics, Physical Geography and Art History. This early exposure prepares them for the in-depth, specialized courses offered in later grades.

BASIS recognizes that all students learn differently. Our experienced teachers utilize various instructional strategies to cater to diverse learning styles. We offer support programs and resources to help students with specific needs thrive in our challenging environment.

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