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Computer Education

It aims at making students use the computer both as a productive tool and as a means of creativity and self-expression. The curriculum encompasses technological skills based on themes that are current and meaningful. The program helps the students to build a solid foundation of fundamental learning skills and prepares them for the fast-changing technology of today and the future.

Art & Craft

The techniques of sketching, still-life drawing and watercolour painting, oil painting are taught. Creativity is emphasized in these activities.

Objective

To nurture the artistic talents of students.
To provide the students with an opportunity to exhibit their artistic talents.

Life Skills

As the children grow, their roles, responsibilities, aspirations and environmental context changes. This brings about the need for developing new insights in life skills.

Objective

To help the child understand that joy of living is a result of holistic development of personality.
To encourage the child to initiate steps that will help him become healthy at the physical, mental and spiritual level.

Project

Project work is an integral part of the school curriculum which is held class wise to bring out the aesthetic and latent potential of every student. Projects build team spirit, leadership qualities, conflict resolving skills and creativity among the students.

Western Music & Dance

Students learn notation, sight reading, chords, and lead playing in Western Classical and light music while developing rhythm and performance skills. Western Dance training enhances coordination, flexibility, stage confidence, and creative expression through contemporary and modern dance forms.

Sports & Games

A sound mind in a sound body is a guiding principle of holistic education. To promote physical fitness, discipline, and teamwork, games and sports activities are compulsory for all students. Professionally qualified physical education teachers guide the sports activities. The school students and staff are divided into four houses - Jade, Garnet, Sapphire and Topaz. Inter-house activities are conducted regularly. Students declared medically unable to participate by a registered physician shall be exempted from sports activities upon submission of a valid medical certificate.The Annual Sports Meet is an important co-curricular activity of the school.

Yoga

Yoga promotes physical, mental, and spiritual well-being and has its origins in ancient India. It enhances stamina, fine and gross motor skills, and dexterity among students. Regular practice of yoga develops self-awareness, self-control, balance, and coordination. It also improves focus, concentration, self-esteem, and confidence while strengthening the mind–body connection. Various asanas and postures are taught under the guidance of trained and certified yoga instructors.

Robotics

The school gives the learners to enhance their AI and tech expertise through practical implementation, advanced system building, and real-world innovation challenges.