At Bridgeport Catholic Academy, our Primary Grades program (Grades 1–5) provides a strong academic foundation while nurturing each child’s faith, character, and love of learning. Students engage in a well-rounded curriculum that includes reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies, all designed to build critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Instruction is purposeful and engaging, with opportunities for hands-on learning, collaboration, and meaningful discussion.

Rooted in our Catholic identity, students participate in weekly Mass, daily prayer, and religion classes that guide them in growing in faith and service to others. Specialty classes such as Spanish, Music, and Humanities enrich the academic experience and allow students to explore their talents and creativity.
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Our teachers create supportive and structured classrooms where students are known, challenged, and encouraged to reach their full potential. By fostering responsibility, respect, and confidence, the Primary Grades program prepares students for continued success in middle school and beyond.

Curriculum Overview

Grammar & Writing: Voyages in English - (Grades 1-5)
​A comprehensive language arts curriculum that integrates grammar and writing, aligning with Common Core and NCTE standards. It features a two-part structure (grammar and writing), focusing on fostering effective, independent communication skills through thematic units, sentence diagramming, and diverse writing genres.

Vocabulary: Sadlier Vocabulary - (Grades 3-5)
​A research-based program designed to build vocabulary, improve reading comprehension, and boost standardized test scores through contextual learning. It utilizes a blended print/digital approach providing multiple exposures through passages, exercises, and interactive tools.

​Reading:  Zaner Bloser - The Superkids Program (Grades 1 - 2)
The Superkids Reading Program is a comprehensive English language arts curriculum crafted specifically for K–2 students and how they learn. The systematic, explicit instructional path solidifies foundational skills and builds knowledge to grow students’ confidence as readers.

Reading: I-Ready Magnetic Reading - (Grades 3-5)
A Curriculum Associates program that provides evidence-based, supplemental instruction designed to boost reading comprehension (grades 3–5). It uses high-interest, print-based texts, and structured, explicit routines designed to foster student engagement, confidence, and deeper learning.

Mathematics: I-Ready Mathematics- (Grades 1-5)
A Curriculum Associates core program designed to foster mathematical understanding, reasoning, and problem-solving through both print and digital resources. It blends teacher-led instruction, interactive student discourse, and personalized online lessons that adapt to individual student needs.

Science: Nancy Larson - (Grades 1-5)
A rigorous, hands-on, K-5 science curriculum that uses a spiral approach, building on prior knowledge across different grade levels, focusing on deep conceptual understanding through hands-on activities, reading material, and teacher-led conversations. 

Social Studies: TCI - (Grades 3-5)
Social Studies curricula based on active learning, inquiry-based approaches, and digital integration. Using research-based strategies like visual discovery, experiential exercises, and primary source analysis

Religion: RCL Benziger - (Grades 1-5)
A comprehensive Catholic religion curriculum that integrates Scripture, tradition, and Catholic Social Teaching using a "Share, Hear & Believe, Respond" model. Structured around the four pillars of the Catechism (Belief, Worship, Life, Prayer), it features engaging, modern design for digital natives.