Why choose our elementary program?
Learning technology
Our elementary school class teachers have access to audio-visual equipment such as smart boards, to enhance learning presentations.
Security
Our school has security cameras installed, as well as security guards who do gate checks to protect from unwanted intruders. Only pass holders may enter the school.
CBSE affiliated
Our elementary school syllabus is designated by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and The National Curriculum Framework (NCF).
Application-based learning
Children in our classes learn through activities and real-life applications, such as visits to the school garden to observe objects, or by using tools in laboratories.
Overview
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LocationDhahan Kaleran, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab
English
Accommodations are made for students who are more comfortable with Punjabi and Hindi.
Punjabi and Hindi are taught as courses.
Classes commence in April of every year.
School is not in session for the month of June (summer break), a December break, as well as all state holidays.
Please see the yearly calendar for specific dates and further detail.
Summer: Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 12:40 p.m.
Winter: Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1:40 p.m.
Note: schedule may change from time to time. Parents of registered students are given up-to-date scheduling information on a regular basis.
Please see all school fees here.
Please see all required books here.
Uniforms must be purchased from the market.
Note: school fees may be subsidised based on certain circumstances, such as fatherlessness or economic hardship. Please inquire for details.
Winter uniform:
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
- Girls and boys in classes 1 to 5
- Grey pants, sky blue shirt, maroon scarf, maroon sweater, maroon blazer, grey socks, maroon patka, school tie and belt
- Girls in classes 6 to 8
- Grey salwar, sky blue kameez, grey dupatta, maroon sweater, maroon blazer, grey socks, black shoes, and black ribbons
- Boys in classes 6 to 8
- Grey pants, sky blue shirt, maroon patka, maroon turban, maroon blazer, grey socks, black school shoes, school tie and belt
- Girls and boys in classes 1 to 5
- Monday, Friday
- Girls in classes 1 to 5
- White pants, white shirt, white headcover, maroon sweater, maroon blazer, white socks, physical training (P.T.) shoes (i.e. white canvas shoes), tie and belt
- Girls in classes 6 to 8
- White salwar, white kameez, white dupatta, maroon sweater, maroon blazer, white socks, physical training (P.T.) shoes (i.e. white canvas shoes) and white ribbons
- Boys in classes 1 to 8
- White pants, white shirt, white patka or white turban, maroon sweater, maroon blazer, white socks, physical training (P.T.) shoes (i.e. white canvas shoes), school tie and belt
- Girls in classes 1 to 5
Summer uniform:
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
- Girls in classes 1 to 5
- Grey tunic, sky blue shirt, maroon headcover, grey socks, maroon patka, school tie and belt
- Girls in classes 6 to 8
- Grey salwar, sky blue kameez, grey dupatta, grey socks, black shoes and black ribbons
- Boys in classes 1 to 8
- Grey pants, sky blue shirt, maroon patka or maroon turban, grey socks, black school shoes, school tie and belt
- Girls in classes 1 to 5
- Monday, Friday
- Girls in classes 1 to 5
- White tunic, white shirt, white headcover, white socks, physical training (P.T.) shoes (i.e. white canvas shoes), school tie and belt
- Girls in classes 6 to 8
- White salwar, white kameez, white dupatta, white socks, physical training (P.T.) shoes (i.e. white canvas shoes) and white ribbons
- Boys in classes 1 to 8
- White pants, white shirt, white patka or white turban, white socks, physical training (P.T.) shoes (i.e. white canvas shoes), school tie and belt
- Girls in classes 1 to 5
Students always wear an identity card.
Completion of upper kindergarten or a similar, state-recognized program is required to enter class 1.
First-time applicants should follow the application guidelines here.
Registration opens on January 1 and closes on March 31 of each year.
Pupils who have attended previous grades in our school are presumed to be registered for the following year.
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Students should achieve 40% marks and 70% attendance in order to progress to the next class each year.
Marks are weighted 80% on exam results, and 20% on internal assessment of assignments.
Students take end-of-term exams in September, and year-end exams around February to March.
Annual reports are given to parents.
Parents meet with teachers on the last Saturday of every month (except in June, December and February), to discuss student progress.
Children may enter class 1 starting at age 6.
Program description
The elementary school program is guided by The National Curriculum Framework (NCF), provided by the National Council of Education Research and Training (NCERT). The NCF provides a framework with goals for student achievements. While keeping these goals in mind, our public school customises day-to-day learning based on local and cultural considerations.
Instruction is conducted mainly in the English language, with accommodations made for students who are more comfortable in the regional languages of Punjabi and Hindi. Punjabi and Hindi are also taught as class subjects.
In the early primary grades, children are introduced to basic school subjects such as:
- English
- Maths
- Environmental Studies
- General knowledge (GK)
- Art/music
- Punjabi
- Hindi
- Divinity
- Computers
- Physical activity
- Moral values
- Reasoning and aptitude
In higher grades, new subjects are woven into the curriculum, such as:
- Social studies (SST)
- Science
- Computers
Students in higher grades also learn in laboratories, such as the:
- Composite science laboratory
- Mathematics laboratory
- English audio-visual laboratory
- Computer laboratory
Teaching is formulated to create inquisitive minds that seek to solve problems. Hands-on learning through manipulatives and projects promotes a deeper understanding of subjects. Students are encouraged to find connections between factual knowledge and the world around them.
On the creative side, students are given the chance to use their imaginations and to express themselves through literacy and art classes.
In addition to academic learning, children participate in extracurricular activities throughout the year. These include music, sports, competitions and cultural festivities. Learn more here.
On a daily basis, students participate in a 15 – 20 minute assembly to pray, exercise, celebrate holidays and listen to inspirational speeches. Sometimes, students also give speeches.
Daily breaks are given for snacks and lunch.
