Intermediate
If a child cannot learn in the way we teach, we must teach in a way the child can learn.
Discover Intermediate Division
The Oakhill Day School Intermediate Division includes the fourth and fifth grades. The division is meant to serve as a bridge from elementary to middle school. The goal of the division is to begin to shift responsibilities from the parents and teachers to the student, focusing on the formation of independent learners. Developmentally appropriate schedules and opportunities are provided to ensure the intermediate level student feels safe, confident, and happy in their learning environment.
Our Intermediate Division is part of the school's 1:1 iPad program. Technology is integrated into the everyday classroom and is also offered as a separate class to foster digital citizenship and innovation and to prepare students for the required coursework in middle school.
All Intermediate Division students participate in a 4-week in-school robotics program.
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Join us at Oakhill's Intermediate Division and unlock a world of possibilities. Ignite your curiosity, pursue your passions, and embrace the exciting opportunities that await. Discover an education that is as distinctive as you are, and embark on a transformative experience that will shape your future. Your journey starts here, at Oakhill's Intermediate Division.
Curriculum Overview
Intermediate Division in Action!
We are excited to offer Oakhill Summer Tutoring 2025, a flexible and personalized program designed to meet the unique learning needs of each student from Kindergarten through 12th grade. We’re proud to provide this program as part of our continued commitment to your child’s success—because learning doesn’t take a break, and neither do we!
Our Fine Arts Showcase Night was a beautiful celebration of creativity, talent, and the incredible spirit of our students, their families, and our staff. The energy in the building was absolutely electric—from the moment the doors opened to the final round of applause!
Student Council will be hosting a Lower School and Intermediate Movie Night on Friday, May 2nd from 5:30-7:30 in the main building gym. Students must be accompanied by a parent.
Fifth grade was ready to "blast off" this April with their first overnight field trip! The first stop which was the Cosmosphere Science Museum in Hutchinson, Kansas...
The South Building students experienced the unique sounds of the wild when KC Drum Safari visited Oakhill.
The fourth grade science classes visited the Burr Oak Woods Nature Center recently to learn and discover more about Missouri’s wildlife. This exceptional field trip captivated and intrigued the next generation of scientists!
Fifth grade is working on world peace through the annual World Peace games. Can they solve crises without the use of militaries? Can they make treaties without breaking down?
Our intermediate students have been shooting/hooping their way into spring with a wide variety of basketball shooting, dribbling, and passing games! One of our class favorites was “SORRY BASKETBALL”.
Intermediate students have been working hard designing a poster for the 2025 National Spanish Art Contest. The theme this year is Celebrating Our Roots and Culture in the Heart of the Universe.
Congratulations to our 5th graders on an amazing production of At the Bandstand!
Our Oakhill Spelling Bee season wrapped up on Saturday, May 1 when Lucia Peterson (8th grade) competed in the final round of the Mid-Continent Public Library Spelling Bee and placed in the top 9!
5th grade students took an experiential learning field trip to the School of Economics!
Last year at this time, Mrs. Thompson and I were packing our bags for an unforgettable professional development trip to Alaska. Thanks to the generous sponsorship of Mike and Karen Morris, we attended the Iditarod EDU Conference, visited veteran musher Travis Neal’s Turning Heads Kennel, watched vet checks, and even got to meet the Iditarod veterinarians who care for the sled dogs along the trail.
Fifth grade has been busy preparing for their upcoming field trip to the School of Economics (SOE). The first steps to prepare for SOE involved completing a job application, writing a resume, and being interviewed.
We first sold these parties at the 2024 Auction and we are opening them back up for more friends to join in on the fun! Don't miss out!
5th grade scientists are designing "green" spaces for Oakhill. Their designs will be submitted in April's iBuild showcase!
Every Thursday, we’ll explore the latest tech trends, share tips to keep kids safe online, and provide strategies to support parents and their child’s emotional well-being.
Geometry might be one of the oldest branches of mathematics, but just ask a fourth grader how marshmallows and spaghetti noodles can make it one of the coolest concepts in mathematics!
4th and 5th graders are preparing for their Spring mini musicals!
Snow way we won't play in the snow! Check out photos of Intermediate students enjoying the winter wonderland, and click the link for even more pictures!
In fifth grade, the students have begun their novel studies about Tuck Everlasting, The Island of the Blue Dolphins, or The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.
All of the South Building students met Santa and Mrs. Claus as part of the holiday fun this week! Check out the link to Oakhill's SmugMug page for more photos as the week goes on!
Read all about the fun 4th and 5th graders have had in PE this semester!
Fifth grade scientists did experiments on pennies!
Fifth-grade students experienced the treasure of learning about the past. They took a field trip to the Arabia Steamboat Museum to deepen their learning about the Industrial Revolution.
Parents had the opportunity to tour both buildings and watch learning in action!
Check out this semester's Spirit Week plans!
Fourth grade students explore all of the body's systems!
Oakhill's 4th-8th graders have a lot of talent! They showed off what they love to do at the annual talent show.
At Oakhill Day School, we are fortunate to have educators who are deeply committed to their craft and always striving to grow as both leaders and learners. One such teacher is Audra Olson, a dedicated 5th-grade teacher who has gone above and beyond in her professional development this year.
Please join us in congratulating Lucia, Andrew, and all of our Spelling Bee participants for their hard work and determination
November’s Morning Club theme is Fall Fun!
Please welcome to Oakhill Day School- Kaden Kenney
Kaden is a 5th grade student in Mrs. James’ Homeroom
Incoming 3rd through 5th grade students are invited to join Mrs. Compton for small group activities that will strengthen their reading and comprehension skills.
We are excited to share that our 5th graders have been working on building fact fluency in math playing games!
WHAT??? - yes, you heard it right- games!
We are excited to offer Morning Clubs this school year for our Intermediate Division. As the name suggests, Morning Clubs are held before school and they are an exciting, fun-filled way for your child to begin their day.
Please welcome to Oakhill Day School- Owen Arth. Owen is a 5th grade student in Mrs. Olson’s Homeroom
Check out some of the many, many ways parents are involved at Oakhill!
The Oakhill community is strong beyond school grounds and school hours, as shown at Carey's Denim Dash.
Our 4th and 5th graders have started their podcasting unit and are already diving into the creative process!
As we headed back to school this year, I thought it was the perfect time for my 4th and 5th graders to set some new goals and to choose their focus word for the year.
Students have been diligently working with Mrs. Smith to prepare their lines and choreography for the upcoming school production of The Little Mermaid Jr.!
Did you know that not only do Oakhill students work hard with academics each day but they also work on learning a variety of life skills and executive function skills? It’s the Oakhill Way!