从五年级升入六年级，看似只是升了一个年级，实则是孩子学习与成长路上的关键转折点。学科数量增加、学习方式转变、学业要求提高，同时学生的身心状态、社交需求及自我管理能力也步入新的发展阶段。对于正处于“小升初”这一关键决策期的家庭，您或许也有过这样的牵挂：孩子将如何适应初中生活？可能遇到哪些挑战？作为家长和学校，又该如何协同助力，帮助他们平稳过渡？
今天，就让我们走进德闳六年级，了解德闳从六年级就开始的个性化成长之路与发展（含升学）规划，看看学生们会在这里一阶段经历怎样的变化与成长。
8个变化
逐步适应初中学习节奏
变化1
不同的因材施教模式
每个学生都有适配的英文学习路径
在德闳，从六年级开始，英文课不再是混班教学，而是根据学生的英语水平分层教学。德闳初中的英语水平分为4个层级，无论是正在扎实基础的英语初学者，还是想迎接进阶挑战的英语熟练使用者，无论是来自公办学校，还是从海外归来，每位孩子都能在这里找到有支持、能进步的英文课堂环境。
（德闳英语语言程度分级）
变化2
双语融合的数学课
不止学习知识，更练双语思维
德闳初中数学采用双语、探究式教学，在夯实中国国家课程（沪教版）数学内容与逻辑思维的基础上，融入英文学术语言的学习与训练，为学生未来无缝衔接IB等国际项目打下坚实基础。
- 中英术语同步掌握：学习“比例”时，学生将同步掌握“ratio”、“proportion”等相关英语表达，并通过制作“上海一日游”预算表，在真实情境中运用比例知识。
- 问题解决与表达：在探究“一次函数”时，他们需要用英文描述函数图像的特征及其在匀速运动等实际问题中的应用。
- 分层任务设计：在学习“概率与可能性”单元时，老师会设计不同难度的探究任务：基础组通过掷骰子游戏理解概率的概念；进阶组则设计简单的概率游戏，并用英文撰写规则与分析报告。
变化3
全新加入的全球视野课
带领学生看到更大的世界
进入德闳初中部后，同学们的课表上会多出几门“新鲜”学科，其中最具代表性的就是全球视野课。全球视野不是传统意义上的单门人文学科，而是一门融合了经济学、商业学、环境系统、社会学、地理学与历史学的综合性学科。
它引导学生从多维度审视世界，从身边实际案例逐步延伸至全球性议题，在探究中理解多元文化，培养全球胜任力。例如，在六年级的全球视野课上，学生会通过实地测量校园不同区域的温度、湿度，分析微气候的成因并撰写双语调查报告；会探讨上海在全球范围中的城市定位与责任，并以小组英文汇报的形式展示成果。
变化4
动手做实验的科学课
在实验室里玩着学科学
六年级的科学课，学生会走进学校的科学实验室和创客空间（SE21），用中英双语学知识、做实验。科学课程紧紧围绕国家课程大纲，却不止于课本内容，每个单元的学习过程中都会有动手实验、小组学习成果展等实践机会。例如：测量常见食物的酸碱度，制作PH值对照表，并用英文标注步骤；亲手制作细胞模型，理解生物结构，并用英文撰写观察笔记。
G7C2 Helen Li
进入初中后，英文授课的比例增加，我现在看英文材料也越来越轻松了，感觉为之后更高年级的学习打下了不错的基础。我最喜欢的是科学课，在实验室里亲手做实验比光看书有意思多了，而且能帮助我更好地理解知识。
变化5
敢开口表达的戏剧课
在舞台上让英文活起来
六年级新增的戏剧课，是学生释放天性、练习英文口语的好地方：专业戏剧老师全英文授课，在黑匣子剧院里带领学生读剧本、演角色、上舞台。最近，六年级的学生正在排演短剧《The Great Race》—— 不用刻意背单词，只要跟着台词和动作，自然就学会了地道的英文表达和语调，也在这个过程中大大提升了自信心。
G6C2 Martina Gao
课程安排更丰富了，新增了科学课、全球视野课，但我最爱的是戏剧课！既能学习表演，又能锻炼英语，还结识了很多新朋友。这让我们在其它科目的课堂上进行小组合作的时候，默契度提高了不少。
变化6
有专属倾听者的导师制
不止管学习，更懂学生的心
进入六年级后，除了班主任，每个学生还会有一位专属导师——ta是学生在学校的“贴心人”，会根据每一位同学的情况，帮学生定目标、追进度，教学生如何合理安排时间、养成良好的学习习惯，还会倾听学生诉说最近学习和生活上的心事，定期复盘并制定成长计划。
变化7
自主把握时间的走班制
慢慢学会自我管理
德闳的初中课堂不再是“在一个教室等老师来”，而是开始实行走班制——不同的科目要去不同的教室上课，每个课间，学生都需要自己收拾好下一节课的用品，去到相应的教室。一个小小的走班制，就能慢慢提升学生的时间观念和责任感，帮他们从需要老师监督的学生，变成自律的主动学习者。
G7C4 Charlie Li
更快的授课节奏、每节课更高的知识密度和难度，都要求我具有更高的学习主动性，要有及时搞懂每一个知识点的意识。另外，时间管理也很重要，老师不再会像小学那样时刻催促我们，我们需要学会自己安排做作业和复习的节奏。
变化8
灵活的住宿选择
帮助家庭平衡需求与成长
从六年级开始，有需求的家庭可以申请住宿。德闳为中学生们提供常规制寄宿（每周5天住宿）及灵活寄宿（每周固定的星期住宿）两种选择，满足不同家庭的需求，既能解决通勤难题，也能慢慢锻炼孩子的独立生活与自我管理能力。
开启个性化学习之路成就独特的自己
1、基于兴趣与需求的个性化支持体系
在德闳六年级，我们深知每位学生经过小学阶段的发展，已经逐步展现出不同的英文基础、兴趣爱好、学习习惯。我们从不设置“统一模板”，而是充分尊重并激发学生的独特潜能，为其提供真正个性化的学习与成长路径。
在学科学习方面，我们根据学生的不同需求提供针对性支持。例如，数学课程中，需要夯实基础的学生可参加数学强化启迪；学有余力、渴望挑战的学生可选择AMC 8竞赛启迪；而对应用数学感兴趣的学生，则可加入数学建模工作坊。英语学习方面，除了课堂分层教学，还设有英语强化启迪、写作工作坊、辩论与公共演讲等多样化课程。
此外，学校每学年都提供上百门启迪课程，涵盖版画、烹饪、模拟联合国、德闳农场、K-Pop舞蹈、飞盘等丰富领域，帮助学生广泛探索兴趣，并在真实场景中锻炼协作能力与领导力。
G6C4 Nina Ma
新增了不少有趣的启迪课，比如我最喜欢的烘焙课。在各种各样的尝试中，我慢慢找到了自己真正感兴趣且擅长的方向。
2、从六年级起的一站式大学升学路径
也许在很多人眼中，大学升学规划是高中阶段的事。但事实上，对大学申请和人生方向的规划并非一蹴而就，而是一个逐步探索的过程。在德闳，我们深信卓越的升学成果源于长远而系统的准备。因此，上海德闳的大学升学路径是一个贯穿6-12年级的完整体系。
（上海德闳G6-G12大学升学路径）
六年级是“探索”阶段，作为这场精彩旅程的正式起点，我们重点引导学生完成三件事：
- 建立个人成长档案：学生将使用专业线上平台，像记录游戏成就一样，系统追踪自己的课外活动、技能发展与个人反思，初步建立专属的“成长数据库”。
- 广泛探索兴趣热情：通过丰富的课程、启迪项目和工作坊，学生可以像“体验官”一样，在数理、人文、艺术、体育等领域大胆尝试，真正发现自己的热爱所在。
- 培养目标管理意识：在导师和升学指导老师的引导下，学生将学习设定清晰的短期学习目标并定期复盘。这不仅是学业规划的第一步，更是培养自律与责任感的开始。
六年级的充分探索，将为七年级发现学习规律、八年级初辨发展方向奠定基础，进而助力学生在高中阶段更从容地锚定目标、冲刺梦校。
在上海德闳学校初中部，我们始终致力于为来自不同教育背景的学生提供温暖、专业且个性化的支持。我们坚信，教育的意义不仅在于助力学生步入理想的大学，更在于陪伴他们在成长旅程中逐步探索自我，成为内心充盈、目标明确的终身学习者。
而德闳为六年级学生精心构建的，不只是一套课程体系，更是一套“以终为始”的成长支持系统。我们期待，每一位学生都能在这个系统中找到属于自己的学习与成长节奏，自信、从容地开启精彩的中学新篇章。
12月13日（周六）09:00-12:30
上海德闳将举办中学开放日
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探索优质资源支持下的个性化成长路径
Eight Key Changes After Entering Middle School! How Dehong Shanghai’s Growth Support System Helps Students Transition Smoothly from Elementary to Secondary School
Moving from Grade 5 to Grade 6 may seem like a simple grade progression, but in fact, it marks a crucial turning point in every child’s learning and personal growth journey. With more subjects, higher academic expectations, and new learning models, students also begin to experience changes in their emotional development, social needs, and self-management abilities. Forfamilies currently facing the transition to Secondary School, you may be wondering: How will my child adapt to this new phase of learning? What challenges might arise? And how can families and schools work together to ensure a smooth and confident transition?
Let’s take a closer look atDehong Shanghai’s Grade 6, where personalized growth and future university preparation begin.
8 Transformations to Help Students Adapt to Secondary Learning
1、Different Approaches to Personalized Teaching -an English Learning Pathway Tailored to Each Student
Starting in Grade 6, English lessons at Dehong Shanghai are no longer taught in a single pace for all. Instead,students are placed in one of four proficiency levels according to their English ability.Whether a beginner strengthening the basics or an advanced learner seeking challenge, whether coming from a local school or returning from overseas, every student will finda supportive environment that fosters real progress.
(Dehong MS English Language Enrichment Levels Chart)
2、Bilingual Mathematics -Building Dual-Language Thinking, Not Just Knowledge
Mathematics in Dehong Secondary combinesbilingual and inquiry-based learning. The course reinforces the logic and rigor of the Shanghai National Curriculum while integrating academic English, preparing students fora smooth transition into future international programssuch as the IBDP.
- Bilingual terminology:When learning “比例,” students also master “ratio” and “proportion,” applying these concepts in real-life projects like designing a “One-Day Tour in Shanghai” budget.
- Problem-solving and expression:In exploring “linear functions,” students describe graph features and real-life applications in English, such as constant-speed motion.
- Differentiated tasks:In the “probability” unit, students complete tasks suited to their levels—from dice-based probability games to designing their own game and writing English analysis reports.
3、Global Perspectives -Seeing the World Beyond the Classroom
One of the most exciting additions to the Secondary curriculum is Global Perspectives—a subject that integrates economics, business, environmental systems, social studies,geography and history.It helps students understand diverse cultures and global issues from multiple viewpoints. In Grade 6, students measure temperatures and humidity across different campus areas toanalyze microclimates and present bilingual reports.They also exploreShanghai’s global role and responsibilities, presenting their findings through English group presentations.
4、Hands-on Science Learning by Experimenting
In Grade 6 Science, students conduct experiments in the school’s science lab and SE21, learning throughboth Chinese and English. Closely aligned with the national curriculum, the course emphasizes practicallearning through experiments and project showcases. Examples include testing the pH level of everyday foods and labeling results in English, or creating 3D cell models with bilingual observation notes.
G7C2 Helen Li
Since entering Secondary School, I’ve found reading English materials much easier, which helps prepare me for higher grades. My favorite subject is Science—doing experiments in the lab makes learning much more engaging and helps me really understand what we learn in class.”
5、Drama Class -Let English Come Alive on Stage
Newly introduced in Grade 6, Drama helps studentsexpress themselves confidently while improving their spoken English. Led by professional drama teachers in Dehong’s black box theatre, students read scripts, play characters, and perform short plays—all in English. Currently, Grade 6 students are rehearsingThe Great Race. Without memorizing vocabulary lists, they naturally acquire authentic expressions and pronunciation through performance, while also building confidence.
G6C2 Martina Gao
The new subjects like Science and Global Perspectives are great, but Drama is my favorite! We learn acting, practice English, and make new friends. It even helps us work better together in group projects in other subjects.
6、Mentorship System -More Than Academics, It’s About Care
From Grade 6, every student has not only a homeroom teacher but also apersonal mentor—someone who truly understands and supports them. Mentors guide students in setting goals, tracking progress, managing time, and developing effective study habits. They also provide emotional support, helping students reflect and plan their growth journeys.
7、Classroom Mobility -Learning to Manage Time and Responsibility
Instead of staying in one classroom all day, Secondary students follow amoving-class system. Each subject takes place in a dedicated classroom, and students must prepare their materials and move independently between lessons. This small changecultivates time awareness, responsibility, and self-management—helping students transition from teacher-directed learning to independent study.
G7C4 Charlie Li
With faster lessons and more challenging content, I’ve learned to be more proactive in understanding every topic. Time management is also key—teachers no longer remind us constantly, so we must plan our own homework and revision schedule.
8、Flexible Boarding Options -Supporting Both Family Needs and Independence
From Grade 6, families may choose fromweekly boardingorflexible boardingoptions. This helps balance home and school life while fostering students’ independence and self-discipline in a supportive residential environment.
A Personalized Journey to Self-Discovery
1、Personalized Support Based on Interests and Needs
By Grade 6, students already show diverse English levels, interests, and learning habits. At Dehong Shanghai, wedo not follow a “one-size-fits-all” model. Instead, we respect and inspire individuality,offering tailored pathways for academic and personal growth.
For example, in Mathematics, students who need extra practice can join theMath Enhancement Qidi, while those seeking challenge can take part in theAMC 8 Qidior theMath Modelling Workshop. In English, besides differentiated classroom instruction, students can join enrichment Qidi such asWriting Workshops, Debate, and Public Speaking. Every year, Dehong Shanghai offers over a hundred Qidi courses across areas likeprintmaking, cooking, Model United Nations, Dehong Farm, K-pop dance, and frisbee—helping students explore passions and build collaboration and leadership skills.
G6C4 Nina Ma
I love the new Qidi courses, especially Baking! By trying so many new things, I’m starting to discover what I truly enjoy and what I’m good at.
2、A Step-by-Step Universityand Career Pathway Starting from Grade 6
University planning may sound far off for Grade 6, but at Dehong Shanghai, we believe future success grows from early exploration.Our University and Career Counselling (UCC) system runs through Grades 6–12, guiding students progressively toward their long-term goals.
(G6-G12 UCC Roadmap)
In Grade 6—theExploration Stage—students begin by:
- Building a personal growth portfolio:Usingprofessional online platforms, they record their activities, skill development, and reflections, forming their own “growth database.”
- Exploring interests broadly:Throughdiverse subjects, Qidi projects, and workshops, students act as “explorers,” trying out different academic and creative fields to find their true passions.
- Developing goal-setting habits:Withmentors and UCC counsellors, students set short-term goals and review progress regularly—laying the foundation for self-discipline and responsibility.
The exploration in Grade 6 helps students develop study routines in Grade 7, identify focus areas in Grade 8, and confidently aim for their dream universities in high school.
At Dehong Shanghai Secondary School, we are committed to providing a warm, professional, and personalized environment for students from diverse educational backgrounds. We believe education is not only about getting into great universities but also abouthelping students discover who they are and become lifelong learners with clear goals and inner confidence. For every Grade 6 student, Dehong’s growth support system is more than a curriculum—it isa holistic, future-oriented frameworkdesigned to nurture independence, resilience, and purpose. Here, each student can find their rhythm, embrace their potential, and begin their exciting new chapter in Secondary School.
December 13 (Saturday), 09:00–12:30
Dehong Shanghai will hosttheSecondary SchoolOpen Day
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discover how world-class resources nurture personalized growth
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