Students investigate God’s creation through hands‑on exploration and inquiry. Curiosity, scientific thinking, and stewardship are emphasized as students observe, question and examine the world God has made.

Math instruction highlights the order, consistency and logic built into creation. Through reasoning, problem‑solving, and practical application, students gain confidence in understanding numerical and spatial concepts.

Our curriculum, published by Nelson, is  “My Math Path” which is based on the Singapore Math framework. Grounded in extensive research, My Math Path helps students with mathematical concepts, skills, problem solving, and mathematical investigations. Nelson's My Math Path brings this exceptional framework to our classrooms. It is fully aligned to the 2020 Ontario math curriculum. It includes support for social emotional learning and financial literacy.

Through reading, writing, speaking, and media studies, students learn to communicate with clarity and discernment. ICA students have a very strong track record of literacy achievement. Literature is studied through a Biblical worldview and traditional values. Students are encouraged to critically evaluate ideas, themes and messages.

Students explore communities, cultures, civics, geography, and historical events to better understand how God has worked—and continues to work—through people and nations across time.

Bible is a core subject at ICA. Students study scripture both devotionally and academically, learning how God’s story shapes who they are, what they believe, and how they live. Biblical instruction is integrated across the curriculum and daily school life. 

One Story Ministries: “Investigating God’s Word At School” is a Bible curriculum designed for Christian schools, grades 1-5.

This Bible curriculum is unique in the following ways:

(1) It teaches the entirety of God’s word, from Genesis to Revelation, over the course of five years.

(2) It teaches the students how to study God’s word for themselves.

(3) It includes daily quizzes in order to help the students build their Bible knowledge.

(4) It teaches the students a word of the week each lesson to build their vocabularies.

(5) Each lesson puts the texts of scripture in historical context, teaching the children that the Bible is real history.

(6) It trains the students to apply God’s word to their lives.

(7) It systematically inculcates a biblical worldview, training children to think biblically.

(8) It gives the students tools to defend their faith in Christ.

Our Bible curriculum for grades 6-8 comes from Summit Ministries. The Walking in Truth series explores the big worldview questions about God, the universe, people, truth, and morality. Students will first seek the answers to these questions through a biblical perspective. Then, they will evaluate and critique how three competing worldviews answer these same big questions.

• Strong Biblical Foundation – Theological accuracy, solid biblical truths, and heavy use of Scripture.

• Worldview Integration – Compares competing worldviews and builds apologetics/critical thinking.

• Balanced Structure – Clear flow year to year, balance of worldview and Bible survey, well-organized teacher manuals.

• Engaging Resources – Videos, stories, discussion questions, workbooks, and enrichment ideas spark conversations.

• Student Application – Reflection questions, personal connections, and activities that link faith to real life.tudents study Scripture both devotionally and academically. They learn how God’s story shapes who they are, what they believe, and how they live.

  
  Grade 6 – Walking in Truth: The Christian Worldview

  Grade 7 - Walking in Truth: Competing Worldviews

  Grade 8  - Walking in Truth: Christianity in Action

Students experiment with a wide range of materials and techniques, discovering creative ways to reflect beauty, express their ideas, and glorify God through visual expression.

Music:
Students develop foundational musical understanding through rhythm and pitch, melody and chords,using vocal and instrumental skills. Special opportunities include:

• Recorder (Grades 2-3)

• Ukulele (Grades 4-8)

• Guitar (Grades 4-5)

• Choir (Grades 2-8)

Students are encouraged to share their musical gifts during school events, Christmas programs and special services. 

Our Physical Education program promotes physical fitness, teamwork, coordination, and healthy habits. Health instruction covers nutrition, personal safety, relationships, including biblically grounded teaching on human relationships. All content is taught at age‑appropriate levels and in partnership with parents.

Students develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, in French, building confidence and a strong foundation for high school French and beyond.

At ICA technology is used thoughtfully and purposefully to support learning. Students are taught to use technology responsibly, conservatively and with discernment. Our classrooms are supported by: 

• Classroom Google Chromebooks

• Typing instruction

• A well‑resourced library

Technology is integrated as a tool for learning and discovery with clear guardrails to avoid overdependence and overexposure.