Our curriculum materials are unique in that they incorporate bioregional and global education into a framework of hands-on activities and provide options and choices for children to learn the BC curriculum in their own way and at their own pace. Interesting, child-directed activities based on Oak and Orca School's eleven guiding principles encourage students to be confident, motivated learners with an interest in sustainable, fulfilling communities and an understanding of global issues.

Children gain skills and knowledge in curriculum areas through studies based on their own unique interests. Our curriculum materials are designed to make learning interesting and enjoyable as well as flexible and child-directed. We provide an ungraded approach that allows each child his/her uniqueness and supports the gradual development of skills when readyness is achieved. This approach ensures that learning is taking place, but is not stressfull or worrysome for the child. It allows children to maintain the love of learning they all have when they naturally learn skills like walking, speaking, and helping.

Through regular teleconferencing, students are encouraged by their certified teachers to reach goals and objectives they themselves have defined. Enjoyment of reading, writing, mathematics, science, art, drama, music, social studies and natural history are actively encouraged. Beginning in the early years, and continuing through the elementary grades, children are supported to make effective choices about their own learning. We provide the materials and outside support, while families provide the love, encouragement and flexibility enjoyed by all home-learners.