"To
the uneducated, an A is just three sticks." —A.A.
Milne
Learning new skills everyday:
At the audio-visual Lab
Academics Our academic focus is based on a philosophy of teaching that is consistent with exemplary practices and meets national standards in education.
We follow the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) syllabus, widely regarded as one with the most enlightened outlook and curricula within our education system. The core faculty of the school is a proactive team of experienced teachers, who combine high standards of teaching with sensitivity to the emotional needs of their students.
Each stage of schooling is carefully constructed, to make a student's journey from one level of school to the next as seamless and rewarding as possible.
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Students work in pairs on a class assignment
Our
Curriculum
Our academic curriculum from Std 1 to Std 10:
- English (medium of instruction)
- Second Language options:
Standards 1-5: Kannada or Hindi
Standards 6-10: Kannada, Hindi or Sanskrit
- Third Language options:
Standards 6-8: Kannada, Hindi or Sanskrit
(Hindi is mandatory, as either a second or third language option)
- Spoken Language:
Standards 1-5: Kannada
- Mathematics
- Physics, Chemistry and Biology (Science)
- History, Civics, Economics and Geography (Social Science)
Combinations for Std 11 and 12:
SCIENCE STREAM
English (Core)
Physics
Chemistry
Maths / Biology
Mathematics / Psychology
Computer Science / Biology
COMMERCE STREAM
English (Core)
Accountancy
Business Studies
Economics
Informatics Practices / Psychology
ARTS STREAM
English (Core)
History
Psychology
Economics
Computer Science
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Structure & Timings | Sections | |
| Pre-primary: | Nursery, LKG and UKG. All classes have three sections (36 children per section), with two fully trained teachers each for Nursery and LKG, along with ayahs. |
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| Primary School: | Standards 1 to 5 |
| Upper Primary School: | Standards 6 to 8 |
| Secondary School | Standards 9 and 10 |
| Senior Secondary School | Standards 11 and 12 |
| Standards 1 to 10 all have three sections of
36 children each. Standards 11 and 12 have three streams (Science, Commerce and Arts) of 36 children each |
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Academic Terms
| First term | June, July, August |
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| Second term | September, October, November,December |
| Third term | January, February, March, April |
Timings
| Nursery | 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. |
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| LKG & UKG: | 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
| Stds 1 - 12 | 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
- Our school works a 5-day week.
- Extra classes for Standards 9 to 12 may be held on Saturdays,
if and when required.
- Special practices and rehearsals for Standards 4 to 12 may
be held from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays and Saturdays
too, if required.
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Fostering a student-centred approach: Students share a few light moments with their teacher outside the classroom
Our
CBSE-based Approach
- A student-friendly,
student-centred, interactive focus.
- A balanced breadth of academic coverage; neither
does it overburden the student, nor is it superficial.
- Constant, innovative review of the syllabus
to ensure it is contemporary and meaningful, with due importance
being placed on skill-based, job-oriented and job-linked inputs.
Subjects covered include Communicative English, Spoken Kannada,
Disaster Management, Life Skills Education and more.
- Ideal for children of people with transferable
jobs, since CBSE-affiliated schools are found in all major cities.
- Updation of teachers’ skills through
workshops and training programmes.
- Regular monitoring by the CBSE Board, thereby
ensuring that its academic standards and educational philosophy
are being met.
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A lesson in progress at Primary School
Primary
School (Standards 1 to 5)
In understanding ideas, asking questions and working out answers, children improve skills like reading, writing, researching, reasoning and communicating. In the process, they develop both strong academic skills and lasting self-confidence.
Apart from English, Mathematics, and Environmental Science (EVS), they begin to study a second language. Arts and Physical Education, including swimming, become a part of their curriculum. In keeping with our philosophy of developing a “complete child”, emphasis is placed on imbibing attributes like respect, tolerance, integrity and personal accountability.
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The Standard 2 quiz being conducted by the seniors
Upper Primary
School (Standards 6 to 8)
The focus is on both academic content and the development of essential skills like critical thinking, intellectual curiosity and the ability to speak and write effectively. Children are divided into separate houses and all group activities within the class are done according to house-based grouping. This teaches them to cooperate and work as a group. It also teaches them to help each other as they soon realise that the chain is only as strong as its weakest link.
Children are also encouraged to take part in all cocurricular activities and to be actively involved in intra-mural and inter-school events. Yoga is introduced to help in improving learning skills. The emphasis is on taking part, irrespective of winning or losing. Everybody takes part in everything. ‘Growing up’ classes are also introduced, along with counselling on a regular basis, depending on individual needs.
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A High School student at work in the Physics Lab
Secondary & Senior Secondary School (Standards 9 to 12)
As students move into the final
years of their schooling, we ensure they are guided, engaged and motivated
in a more adult-oriented manner. Teaching techniques become more comprehensive.
Assignments demand more involvement and independent thinking.
Students are taught to learn to lead and also to be role models. They learn
to handle stress and teenage-related problems. They also realise that they
have to make choices.
Their growing maturity is acknowledged through increased responsibilities,
in a demanding, yet supportive, environment. Critical thinking and analytical
skills are honed, in preparation for the undergraduate environment they will
soon be entering. Even though they have a full schedule, each student participates
in at least two cocurricular activities: one physical activity
and one from the Art/Performing Arts/Club category.
Now the emphasis is on learning to be masters of their own destiny, with the
breadth of thinking, perspective and self-confidence this requires.
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