School Introduction and Overview
At Claremont doors are opened and minds are immersed in the richness of learning in two languages, English and Spanish. Claremont Immersion opened in September 2003, as Arlington’s second dual language immersion elementary school. Our two-way dual immersion program allows children to learn a second language the natural way through curricular content, art, music, and every day interactions. Students spend half of their day in a Spanish-language classroom learning math, science, reading/writing and music or art; and the other portion of the day learning reading/writing, social studies, physical education and music or art in English. All instructional delivery is in accordance with the Arlington Public Schools curriculum based on state standards.
Our school is an exciting place, filled with hope and promise for all who make up its learning
community. We embrace our students’ talents, interests and challenges and offer an accepting, caring, and supportive cross-cultural environment in which to learn. As our students gain confidence in their academic abilities and language fluency, they also gain an appreciation and reverence for others in the world. We capitalize on the region’s rich resources, forging partnerships with local museums, theatre groups, universities and businesses to enliven our curriculum and provide students (and parents) with a view of the world outside of the classroom. As our motto states, the Claremont students and staff “strive for the highest and work to create a better world.”
