The Academic Program at the academy provides a vibrant and caring setting where students from K through 5th grade are inspired to explore, develop, and thrive. Our carefully crafted curriculum highlights the value of problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking across diverse contexts. Our committed faculty fosters a secure and encouraging environment, enabling students to expand their intellectual horizons, embrace suitable challenges, and evolve into self-assured, skilled learners.
Real content fosters a natural love for learning and thinking. Students learn about historical events, characters, stories, fables, myths, scientific facts, and mathematical proofs. They read whole books in great depth, and learn to approach books both with motivation to learn and courage to question. This helps to sustain the best kind of conversation and elevate the tenor of our common life.
We agree with Aristotle that one becomes good only by observing and practicing right behavior. Discipline, ethics, and personal responsibility will be modeled and expected. Students will be introduced to the virtuous behavior of timeless heroes and heroines of literature and history. Moreover, the school will define a standard of behavior using Seven Pillars of Virtue (courage, courtesy, honesty, perseverance, self-government, service and responsibility).
The Founders of our country believed the purpose of education was to prepare students to become virtuous people and good citizens. In alignment with that vision, we nurture academic achievement, personal discipline, ethics, and responsibility. Students will become highly literate, responsible, ethical citizens who are well-prepared to advance into any life endeavor, to inspire others, and to articulate and uphold our Nation’s founding principles.
Academic Program Curriculum
Children are curious about the natural world and the society in which they live. They have a natural love for stories, songs, and art. Our curriculum builds on these natural aptitudes and feeds this natural hunger by providing students with the information they need to be culturally literate.
Reading, Literacy, and Phonics
Children begin by learning the foundations of the English language, advance to the writing of concise and grammatically correct sentences, and finally begin to write paragraphs and essays.
Singapore Math
Singapore Math is a cohesive, deep, and focused mathematics curriculum, for Kindergarten through Seventh Grade, with the goal of developing algebraic thinking.
Science
K-3 students will learn about the form and classification of living things, and about the systems they rely on to survive. They will also investigate the physical properties of the universe. 4th & 5th grade students will learn about the systems that keep living things healthy and active, and discover the properties of the earth that shape the landscape and the power of electricity!
Social Studies
K-3 students will learn about geography and how physical environments shaped history. Also, students will begin to understand the foundations of American political structure and participation. 4th & 5th grade students will learn the history of Florida, from Pre-Columbian exploration through the 21st century.
Electives:
Foreign Language: Spanish
This engaging course introduces students to the Spanish language through interactive lessons in vocabulary, grammar, conversation, and culture. With a focus on listening, speaking, reading, and writing, students will build confidence in using Spanish in everyday situations. Cultural exploration of Spanish-speaking countries enriches the learning experience and helps students appreciate global diversity.
Cursive
In this course, students will learn the art of cursive handwriting, focusing on proper letter formation, spacing, and fluidity. Through practice and repetition, students will improve their penmanship, develop fine motor skills, and gain an appreciation for this timeless writing style. Emphasis is placed on legibility, consistency, and the ability to write full words and sentences in cursive.
Bible Studies
At Golden Path Academy, our Bible Study class is a special time where students grow in faith, character, and understanding of God’s Word. Through engaging lessons, scripture readings, songs, and hands-on activities, children learn timeless truths that help shape their hearts and minds.
Each lesson connects biblical stories to real-life values—such as kindness, honesty, gratitude, and perseverance—encouraging students to live out their faith in everyday life. We explore stories from both the Old and New Testaments, memorize key verses, and discuss what it means to walk in God’s path.
Our goal is to help every child see how much God loves them and how they can make a difference in the world by following His teachings.
Art
At Golden Path Academy, our Art class inspires students to express their creativity while exploring the beauty of God’s creation. Each week, children use a variety of materials such as paints, clay, pastels, and mixed media to bring their ideas to life. Through guided projects and free-expression time, students learn the elements of art, color theory, design, and the joy of creating something uniquely their own.
Art is more than just a subject, it’s a way to develop confidence, patience, and problem-solving skills. Students study famous artists, explore different art styles from around the world, and connect their work to themes found in nature and scripture.
Our goal is to help every child see that creativity is a gift from God and that through art, they can reflect His beauty in the world around them.
Physical Education (not elective but included)
This active course promotes physical fitness, coordination, teamwork, and healthy lifestyle habits. Students will participate in a variety of games, sports, and physical challenges designed to build strength, endurance, flexibility, and sportsmanship. Lessons incorporate movement skills, safety, and age-appropriate health education to support overall wellness.
Students at GPA will also learn:
Social Skills
We will foster essential interpersonal skills through cooperative activities, role-playing, and guided discussions. Students will learn how to communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, express empathy, and build positive relationships with peers. Social-emotional learning is woven throughout to encourage self-awareness, respect, and responsible decision-making.
Critical Thinking
Designed to sharpen reasoning and problem-solving skills, this course challenges students to think deeply and creatively. Through puzzles, logic games, inquiry-based projects, and open-ended questions, students will learn how to evaluate evidence, make informed decisions, and articulate their ideas clearly. The goal is to build confident thinkers who enjoy exploring new ideas and tackling complex challenges.