Elementary Education at Odyssey
Elementary Education at OCS
Elementary school at OCS is where the Odyssey journey begins. Students in Kindergarten through Grade 5 are served across two dedicated school buildings, each designed to meet them exactly where they are and grow them into confident, curious learners.
Greek language instruction starts on day one. Every elementary student, regardless of program track, engages with Greek language as part of their core daily curriculum. The foundation built in these early years carries students through middle school, high school, and beyond.
Two program tracks are available at the elementary level. Families choosing Kindergarten or Grade 1 select between Greek FLES and Greek Dual Language Immersion. Students entering Grades 2 through 5 are placed in the FLES program.
Lower School
Kindergarten Through Grade 2
Lower School at OCS is where curiosity meets structure. Students in Kindergarten through Grade 2 learn in Building 26, a purpose built facility opened in 2022 with an expanded play facility, dedicated gym, and music room.
Greek language instruction begins in Kindergarten. Every Lower School student takes Greek language as part of their core daily program. Students in the Immersion track receive half their instruction in Greek from day one.
Intermediate School
Grades 3 Through 5
Intermediate School builds directly on the foundation established in Lower School. Students in Grades 3 through 5 learn in Building 22, where Greek language instruction deepens and academic expectations grow alongside student confidence.
In Grade 5, FLES students transition to a single 40 minute Greek language class as their core Greek instruction. Immersion students continue their 50% Greek instructional split through the end of Grade 5, reaching Intermediate proficiency on the ACTFL scale.
Two Program Tracks at the Elementary Level
OCS offers two Greek language program tracks at the elementary level. Both are designed for non native Greek speakers. Both deliver strong academic outcomes. The difference is how much of the school day is taught in Greek.
Greek FLES
— Foreign Language in Elementary School
In the FLES program, students receive all core academic instruction in English with dedicated Greek language and Math in Greek classes every day. Kindergarten through Grade 4 students receive approximately 80 minutes of Greek instruction daily. Grade 5 students take a 40 minute Greek language class.
Learn More About the FLES ProgramGreek Dual Language
Immersion
In the Immersion program, 50% of core academic content is delivered in Greek and 50% in English through a two teacher model. Math, Science, and Greek Language Arts are taught in Greek. ELA and Social Studies are taught in English. Students who begin the Immersion track commit to continuing through their entire enrollment at OCS.
Learn More About Greek ImmersionElementary Curriculum
Opportunities (K-5)
Greek Program
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English Language Arts
Odyssey Charter School’s elementary English Language Arts program is grounded in the Science of Reading and designed to build strong foundational literacy skills for all students. Using the Amplify CKLA curriculum, students engage in explicit instruction in phonics, vocabulary, reading comprehension, grammar, and written expression through a combination of fiction and nonfiction texts. Lessons are structured to develop confident readers, thoughtful writers, and effective communicators while fostering curiosity and a lifelong appreciation for literacy.
Mathematics
At the elementary level, students build mathematical understanding through a balanced approach that emphasizes problem-solving, conceptual understanding, and fluency with mathematical skills. Odyssey currently utilizes Engage NY as the core mathematics resource in grades K-5. Students are encouraged to explain their thinking, apply mathematical reasoning, and make real-world connections through collaborative learning experiences. During the 2026-2027 school year, Odyssey will pilot new mathematics programs, including Amplify Desmos Math, to continue strengthening instructional opportunities for students.
Science
Elementary science instruction at Odyssey Charter School follows the Delaware Recommended Curriculum and the Next Generation Science Standards. Through participation in the Delaware Department of Education’s Science Coalition for grades K-8, students have access to high-quality instructional resources, hands-on science kits, and inquiry-based learning experiences. Students explore topics in life science, physical science, earth and space science, and engineering while developing critical thinking, observation, and problem-solving skills.
Social Studies
The elementary social studies program introduces students to the foundations of civics, geography, economics, and history through the Delaware Recommended Curriculum and supplemental resources such as Newsela and Scholastic. Students examine communities, cultures, historical events, and civic responsibility while building research, discussion, and analytical thinking skills. Instruction encourages students to become informed citizens who understand their role within both local and global communities.
Physical Education and Health
Odyssey Charter School provides physical education and health instruction for all students in grades K-5 in alignment with Delaware state requirements. The program promotes healthy lifestyles, physical fitness, teamwork, and personal wellness through developmentally appropriate activities and instruction. Health education topics include personal wellness, nutrition, safety, and age-appropriate family life and drug and alcohol education.
Visual and Performing Arts
All students in grades K-5 participate in visual and performing arts instruction aligned to Delaware content standards. Students receive general music instruction at every grade level, with opportunities for fourth and fifth grade students to participate in band in addition to general music classes. Visual art instruction is provided at every grade level and encourages creativity, artistic expression, and exploration of a variety of artistic techniques and media. Through these experiences, students develop confidence, collaboration, and an appreciation for the arts.
Assessment in
Elementary
OCS uses a combination of state assessments and nationally normed benchmarks to measure student progress across all elementary grade levels.
State assessments include Smarter Balanced in ELA and Math for Grades 3 through 5, DeSSA Science in Grade 5, and DeSSA Social Studies in Grade 4. i-Ready is used as an adaptive online platform for personalized reading and math progress monitoring across elementary grades.
See Full Assessment OverviewA Foundation of Confidence
Ready to Take the Next Step?
An OCS elementary education gives your child a head start that lasts a lifetime. Greek language, classical thinking, and a whole child approach from day one.