Building the Foundation
Preparatory Stage
The Preparatory Stage focuses on developing foundational skills while ensuring a well-rounded approach to learning. The curriculum emphasizes experiential learning, inquiry-based learning, interactive methods, and holistic development through various subjects and activities.
Pedagogical Approach
- Experiential Learning
- Inquiry-Based Learning
- Art-Integrated Learning
- Sports-Integrated Learning
- Collaborative Learning
- Ethical Decision-Making
Key Subjects & Focus Areas
Language Learning (English, Hindi, or Tamil)
– Focus on listening, speaking, reading, writing.
- Grammar & Vocabulary: Basic grammar concepts and vocabulary expansion.
- Creative Writing: Storytelling, essays, and letter writing.
- Comprehension: Reading comprehension through stories, poetry, and articles.
- Basic arithmetic: Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Measurement: Units for length, weight, time, and money.
- Geometry: Shapes, symmetry, area, and perimeter.
- Patterns & Sequences: Identifying and creating patterns.
Science (Environmental Studies for Grades 1& 2, Science in Grade3- 5)
- Basic scientific concepts (force, motion, water cycle, plant growth).
- Experiments & Observations: Hands-on learning through experiments.
- Environmental Awareness: Recycling, conservation, and ecology.
History: Introduction to early civilizations, local history, and cultural heritage.
Geography: Learning about landforms, maps, and the environment.
Civics: Basic concepts of community, roles, and responsibilities.
- Visual Arts: Drawing, painting, and traditional Indian arts.
- Performing Arts: Basic dance, music, and drama.
- Crafts: Hands-on activities like clay modeling and fabric crafts.
- Focus on fitness, strength, coordination, flexibility, and agility.
- Team Sports: Games like cricket, football, and table tennis to develop teamwork.
- Mindfulness: Yoga and relaxation for mental and emotional health.
- Bagless Days
- Field Visits
- Clubs & Co-Curricular Activities
- Inter-School Competitions
- Educational Tours
- Indigenous Games
- Competency-Based Assessment: Emphasizes understanding, problem-solving, and creativity.
- Formative Assessments: Continuous assessments through projects, quizzes, and group work.
Periodic tests, Slip tests:
- Term- I & II Examinations: Conducted at the end of each term (September and March).
- Peer and Self-Assessment: Encouraging self-reflection and peer feedback.
Character-Building and Leadership Programs
- Prefectorial System
- Scout & Guide Club
- Ethical Decision-Making
- Life Skills
Holistic Development Focus
The curriculum aims to create life-long learners with positive attitudes, confidence, strong physical and emotional health, and a love for learning. Through the integration of art, sports, and life skills, students are prepared for well-rounded personal development, ensuring that education is both enjoyable and meaningful.