The Grade School curriculum is structured into six (6) learning areas, namely: Mathematics, Science, Language, Reading, Filipino and MAKABAYAN. MAKABAYAN is the learning area that serves as a .laboratory of life., or practice environment for holistic learning to develop a healthy Filipino self-identity that entails an adequate understanding of Philippine History and our Politico-economic system, culture, crafts, arts, music, and games. (DepEd Primer on the New Curriculum) The component subjects of MAKABAYAN are Christian Living, Araling Panlipunan, Computer, Music, Art and Physical Education.