Curriculum

Grade Sheh to VIII, in alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020:

Academic Year: 2024-2025

Key Principles in Alignment with NEP:

1.  Holistic Development:  The curriculum is designed to promote holistic development, including cognitive, social, emotional, and  physical aspects of a child’s growth.

2.  Multilingual Proficiency:  Emphasis on multilingualism with a focus on English, Gujarati, and Hindi, in line with the three-language formula.

3.  Experiential Learning:  Encouraging experiential and hands-on learning, with practical applications in all subjects.

4.  Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving:  Promoting analytical and critical thinking skills through interactive classroom activities.

5.  Art Integration:  Infusion of arts, music, and physical education throughout the curriculum for a well-rounded education.

6.  Inclusivity:  Ensuring inclusivity and access to education for all, regardless of socio-economic background.

Subjects:

1.  Languages:

– English:  Focus on reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

– Gujarati and Hindi:  Proficiency in regional and national languages.

2. Mathematics:

– A curriculum that encourages conceptual understanding and problem-solving.

3. Science:

– Hands-on exploration of scientific principles and real-life applications.

4. Social Studies:

– An integrated approach to History, Geography, Civics, and Economics.

5. Art and Culture:

– Encouraging creativity through visual arts, music, dance, and drama.

6. Physical Education:

– Promoting physical fitness, sportsmanship, and team activities.

7. Library:

– to promote the reading habit among the students for maximum usage of Library resources. Co-curricular and Extracurricular Activities:

– Debates and Public Speaking

– Environmental Clubs

– Science and Math Olympiads

– Literary and Cultural Events

– Community Service Initiatives

– Coding and Digital Literacy

**Assessment:**

– Continuous and comprehensive assessment including formative and summative evaluations.

– Encouraging self-assessment and peer assessment.

– Encouragement of project-based learning and presentations.

**Special Programs:**

– Career Counselling sessions to guide students in their academic and career choices.

– Focus on digital literacy and technological skills.

– Inclusivity programs for students with special needs.

– Parent-teacher interactions to discuss student progress and provide guidance on enhancing
learning at home.

**Note:  This curriculum is designed to align with the National Education Policy, focusing on child- centric and experiential learning. It aims to prepare students for the challenges of the 21st century,  fostering creativity, critical thinking, and holistic development.**