The San Francisco Day School English/Language Arts program supports the
underpinnings of the school philosophy in that it is designed to stimulate
students to think critically and creatively about literature and language.
Every day, classrooms are abuzz with language-rich activities. At the same
time, a structured focus on reading, writing, English language conventions,
speaking, and listening ensures mastery of basic skills at each grade level.
Kindergarten through eighth grade, Language Arts teachers recognize the
importance of age-appropriateness and developmental readiness in skills
acquisition. Students leave SFDS empowered by a rich knowledge of literature
and a strong ability to interpret and wield language in its many forms.