the compositive
model

The Compositive Model is changing the conversation about education by focusing on the whole child using research-based curriculum that integrates cognitive, social, emotional, and physical education elements. We believe that all kids can benefit from a new type of education that nurtures children’s natural curiosity, encourages self-directed discovery, and celebrates the joy of learning.

COMPOSITIVE DOMAINS

COGNITION
CHARACTER
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
HEALTH & WELL-BEING

REFLECT & LEARN

A child who is in the process of reflecting and learning never stops asking questions. He delves deeply into subjects and issues that engage her. Though the constant litany of ‘why?’ questions may strain parents’ patience, this behavior is well worth encouraging.

RECOGNIZE & ACT

A child who recognizes and acts can value similarities and differences between himself and others, and can celebrate those differences. He is likely to have a diverse circle of friends and to feel at home with people from varied backgrounds.

CARE & CONNECT

While connecting with others can manifest itself in positive and negative ways, positive connection means forging relationships with groups or communities that provide comfort, wellbeing, and empowerment. A child who has developed the capacity to care and connect is likely to include others in activities rather than forming cliques. She may also be someone who stands up to a bully.

ENGAGE & SERVE

A child who can engage and serve will exhibit a natural joy in life, and in participation with others in meaningful activity. She may, without prompting, offer to shovel an elderly neighbor’s sidewalk after a snowstorm.

COMPOSITIVE CAPACITIES

The Compositive Model is changing the conversation about education by focusing on the whole child using research-based curriculum that integrates cognitive, social, emotional, and physical education elements. We believe that all kids can benefit from a new type of education that nurtures children’s natural curiosity, encourages self-directed discovery, and celebrates the joy of learning.

COMPOSITIVE DOMAINS

COGNITION
CHARACTER
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
HEALTH & WELL-BEING

COMPOSITIVE CAPACITIES

REFLECT & LEARN

A child who is in the process of reflecting and learning never stops asking questions. He delves deeply into subjects and issues that engage her. Though the constant litany of ‘why?’ questions may strain parents’ patience, this behavior is well worth encouraging.

RECOGNIZE & ACT

A child who recognizes and acts can value similarities and differences between himself and others, and can celebrate those differences. He is likely to have a diverse circle of friends and to feel at home with people from varied backgrounds.

CARE & CONNECT

While connecting with others can manifest itself in positive and negative ways, positive connection means forging relationships with groups or communities that provide comfort, wellbeing, and empowerment. A child who has developed the capacity to care and connect is likely to include others in activities rather than forming cliques. She may also be someone who stands up to a bully.

ENGAGE & SERVE

A child who can engage and serve will exhibit a natural joy in life, and in participation with others in meaningful activity. She may, without prompting, offer to shovel an elderly neighbor’s sidewalk after a snowstorm.

Compositive is a national movement focused on whole education for children and youth. Instilling the capacities to reflect and learn, recognize and act, care and connect, and engage and serve empowers them to become the best versions of themselves and have a positive impact on the world around them.

Visit The Compositive Model Website

Compositive is a national movement focused on whole education for children and youth. Instilling the capacities to reflect and learn, recognize and act, care and connect, and engage and serve empowers them to become the best versions of themselves and have a positive impact on the world around them.

Visit The Compositive Model Website

Compositive Primary’s eBook

If you’d like to learn more about how Compositive Primary came to be, you can read this book, co-authored by writer Alan Gottlieb and former Compositive Primary Head of School Heather Mock. The book takes the reader on a journey from the idea for the school to opening day in August 2019.

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Compositive Primary’s eBook

If you’d like to learn more about how Compositive Primary came to be, you can read this book, co-authored by writer Alan Gottlieb and former Compositive Primary Head of School Heather Mock. The book takes the reader on a journey from the idea for the school to opening day in August 2019.

read NOW