Calvert Education Curriculum

Name: Calvert Education Curriculum
Brand: Calvert Learning

by Calvert Learning

ElaGrades K–5

About This Curriculum

Calvert Education offers comprehensive, organized homeschool and online curriculum combining print-based materials for K-2 grades with digital platforms for grades 3-12. The program emphasizes structured lesson plans, self-paced learning, and integrated instruction across core subjects including language arts, math, science, and social studies.

What makes it unique: Project-based learning using the PLUS framework (Project, Learn, Use, Show); 112+ year history specializing in distance and non-traditional learning settings; flexible, self-paced format with minimal teacher prep; highly organized curriculum with built-in assessments and progress tracking; available in both print and digital formats

Calvert Education Curriculum: Structured Online/Print ELA Program

Calvert Education provides a comprehensive K-5 ELA curriculum that combines print materials for early grades with digital platforms for upper elementary. The program emphasizes structured lesson plans, self-paced learning, and organized daily schedules with minimal parent preparation required.

Best for

Homeschooling families seeking structured, self-contained curriculum with minimal preparation requirements and flexible online delivery

Evaluation Criteria

1 strength · 3 concerns · 4 neutral · 1 insufficient evidence

Direct InstructionStrength

The curriculum provides structured, explicit instruction through detailed lesson plans and instructional videos.

Reviews consistently praise 'detailed lessons,' 'well-organized lesson manuals,' 'multiple instructional videos,' and 'clear daily assignment lists'

Knowledge RichConcern

The curriculum appears to focus more on skills-based instruction than systematic knowledge building.

EdReports rated the program as only 'Partially Meets Expectations' for building knowledge through texts, and reviews emphasize lesson structure and organization over content depth

Text ComplexityConcern

Text complexity appears to be below research-recommended levels for grade-level advancement.

EdReports rated the curriculum as only 'Partially Meets Expectations' for alignment to grade-level text demands and text quality

Whole Books Vs ExcerptsConcern

Evidence suggests the curriculum uses typical literature selections rather than whole books or classical texts.

Reviews noted 'literature selections as typical rather than classical or particularly lofty' and EdReports rated text quality as only partially meeting expectations

Teacher TrainingNeutral

The program provides extensive support materials and customer service but limited pedagogical training.

Reviews highlight 'excellent customer support with frequent webinars,' 'detailed daily schedules,' and 'minimal prep work required for parents'

Retrieval PracticeNeutral

The program includes regular quizzes and assessments but evidence of systematic spaced review is limited.

Reviews mention frequent 'quizzes, tests' and that 'students can move between grade levels based on mastery,' but no mention of systematic retrieval practice

Vocabulary BuildingNeutral

The curriculum includes vocabulary components as part of structured lessons.

Reviews mention 'vocabulary' as part of the lesson structure with 'introduction, vocabulary, reading, and video components'

Writing InstructionNeutral

Writing instruction is integrated with assessments including essays and projects.

Reviews note 'quizzes, projects, tests, and essays' as part of the assessment structure, indicating writing components are present

Systematic PhonicsInsufficient Evidence

Insufficient evidence about phonics instruction approach in the early grades.

Reviews mention K-2 print materials and engaging activities but provide no specific details about phonics methodology or systematic instruction

Sources: edreports.org, successful-homeschooling.com

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Gateway 1 Alignment:Partially Meets Expectations

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Key Facts

GradesGrades K–5

SubjectEla

PedagogyProject Based

Faith-BasedNo

FormatDigital + Physical

PricingVaries by format and grade: K-2 print curriculum (full boxed set per subject); grades 3-12 online subscription at $399.95/year single student or $699.95/year family plan (up to 3 students); Calvert Academy accredited school ranges from $259/month to $1,595+ depending on grade and enrollment options

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