At NOVA, we begin simply in grades one through three by immersing the children in the spoken language. In the first three grades, the children are given the sound and feel of the language through verses, songs, games, and finger plays. Interesting, colorful presentations and games help the children deepen this experience. In grade 1 all work is oral, with no reading or writing, in grade 2 we introduce the alphabet to them and basic reading and writing, while in grade 3 they learn everyday topics, together with reading and writing.

As students enter grade four and are fairly adept at reading and writing Macedonian, we dedicate these two academic years on learning about Macedonian culture, comparing it with their own cultures and trying to understand the differences and similarities. The goal is to understand that there is value both in the similarities and the differences between different countries. Learning about the country where they live and about the Macedonian culture makes them understand each other better.

Throughout different interactive activities, projects and assignments they are researching on their own,and creating interesting presentations