Langley Math Instruction
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Anonymous
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Does Langley use Everyday Math, Singapore, a mix, or a different method altogether? Do they differentiate if the children need to challenged or require additional assistance? TIA
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Anonymous
| What grade? |
Anonymous
| Pretty sure they use Go Math. First grade has no differentiation though there is always support for those struggling. I think same is true at slightly older-4th/5th. |
Anonymous
| Yes Go Math. No major differentiation, but there are only about 17 kids per class. Extra help is offered Monday after school. In 5th grade and over they have advanced math sections. Also they have STEM challenges and occassional class challenge problems. |
Anonymous
| They use Go Math--and also bring in elements of other programs for certain areas. They also have a math specialist for lower school (1st grade+) |
Anonymous
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Langley is doing an extensive review of the math program based on parent feedback. They also hired a director of curriculum this fall- a brand new position- and I'm sure a revamp of the math program is one of his priorities.
I anticipate we will see a lot of changes next year. So far, the math has been fine for your average to above average student but I've heard complaints that it's not cutting it for those who are very strong in math. DD struggles in math so she's been staying afterschool for the last few years on Mondays for assistance. It's been very helpful for her. They have hired additional experts in the math resource department so they are certainly setting themselves up for more opportunities for differentiation. |
Anonymous
| Thank you for the info. We are applying for a slot in K. I'm glad to hear they have hired a curriculum specialist who will be looking at the Math program. Sounds like they are on the ball. I'm also happy to hear that they have after school help available. Since our DC is in preschool, we have no idea whether he will ace Math (like his Dad) or struggle (like his Mom). I'm looking for a school that is prepared for either situation. |
Anonymous
The JK class (next fall's Kindergarten) is a really nice group of kids OP. Good luck with the admissions process! |
Anonymous
Indeed. My DD is in the JK class, and we have been very happy this year. |
Anonymous
| 22:09 here. My Langley child is very strong in math in the lower school (but is weaker in writing). A little bored at times during math. But the teacher knows this and has them help other students sometimes or explain difficult problems. It has been an opportunity for them to show leadership, which has been nice since self-esteem has been an issue for them. We are looking forward to the 5th grade advanced class, but in the meantime our child is learning other things besides just math. Langley focuses on the emotional side of the kids too. |
Anonymous
| OP here. Thank you for the info. I'm encouraged to hear they are considering some changes to the math curriculum. I toured Friday and was very impressed with the school. Fingers crossed we nab a coveted spot. |
Anonymous
| Anymore info fromLangley parents about the changes to math program? I went to the recent open house and asked about this and was told they haven't made any decisions but major changes were not expected to be made. |
Anonymous
The changes will include more small group instruction in 1-4 grades. |
Anonymous
| We moved our older child from Langley to the local public, mostly because of the math instruction last year. At the public, DC was put in a higher grade for math and is feeling challenged. But in many ways, we miss Langley (music and art, personal attention) and are considering a move back. We are still in touch with parents from DC's Langley class and understand that the school has hired a new math resource teacher. |