Gurukulam’s well-balanced curriculum and theme-based instruction helps the young minds integrate their learning effortlessly. The emphasis is on exploring, knowing, understanding and forming own ideas.
The main aim of the Curriculum isdeveloping skills related to writing, reading, reflecting, critical thinking, public speaking, fostering initiative among students and a desire to acquire knowledge. Curriculum offers an exciting and creative learning environment, with an inter-disciplinary appreciation of Languages, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies, as individual and integrated subjects. While English is the first language for grades 1 to 10, Tamil, Hindi and Kannada are second & third language options.
Equal emphasis is given to individual & small group activities, to improve children’s ability to work across all levels. Physical Education develops sport skills and creates health awareness. Exposure to team and individual sports encourages a sense of team spirit, and individual effort and accomplishment.
Integrated method of learning: We integrate the best of Montessori & play way learning for creating joyful learning & building skills in children. We focus on cognitive, Emotional, Language, Social, Sensory & Motor Development. We nurture Creative Expression & Aesthetic Appreciation in our children.
On the first day of kindergarten, your child officially becomes a student! It’s an exciting transition as young learners blend the playing, singing, and craft-making from preschool with more writing, reading, and math lessons. Kindergarteners get used to school routines, practice working together in groups to build teamwork and sharing skills — and learn how to be successful students for years to come.
The Kindergarten Programme @ Gurukulam inculcates in children the qualities of curiosity, exploration and discovery in a fun-filled, safe and happy learning environment. An individualized approach helps nurture a love for learning, development of social skills, and instills moral values in the children which in turn build personality in children. The emphasis is on developing self-confidence and the ability to effectively communicate in English as well as in their mother tongue, teachers ensure this through effective use of language and by encouraging children to express themselves freely.
The principles of learning applied in Kindergarten include Holistic Development and Learning (Aesthetics and Creative Expression, Language and Literacy, Numeracy, Self and Social Awareness); integrated Learning; Active Learning; Supportive Learning; interactive Learning and Learning through Play.
The curriculum prepares children for a smooth transition to a more formal primary curriculum.
Focus is on grasping, understanding the core concepts with concrete examples, project-based methods, practical ways. The Primary School Programme encourages inquiry and exploration, and develops children’s competence in various skills– reading, writing, listening, speaking, problem-solving, observation, measurement and use of information and communications technology.
The Primary School curriculum offers an exciting and creative learning environment, with an inter-disciplinary appreciation of Languages, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies, as individual and integrated subjects.
The wide range of curricular and co-curricular opportunities offered helps instill in children confidence and discipline. The focus on developing communication skills helps them appreciate the value of education, as it reflects in their ability to express themselves, in addition to developing pragmatic skills.
Focus is on creating love for science and technology by inviting scientists from reputed research organisations& by providing exposure to innovations happening around the world, through videos & guest lectures and project based teaching and learning methods.
The Middle School Program is structured to meet children’s varied intellectual and developmental needs. The curriculum is a blend of concepts and skills learnt in the Primary School. It ensures progression and continuity across various stages of learning in the School, and incorporates continuous evaluation and review of children’s performance.
PSHE (Personal, Social, Health Education) helps students address their age-specific interests and concerns, builds awareness, and promotes compassionate and ethical conduct. Physical Education is offered in a more formal manner and sports skills are fine-tuned.
The Integration Project showcases the knowledge and skills acquired by students in various subjects, and serves as a concrete step towards developing inter-disciplinary approaches in later years. Field trips and excursions aid in developing social skills and in raising awareness about the world.
Projects, presentations and group activities are more formal and research-based. Inter-house cultural and sports competitions encourage healthy competition and team spirit. Students begin to contribute to class assemblies, concerts and drama productions, and take up roles of responsibility. Community service is offered through School initiated programs and partnerships with NGOs.
Focus is on identifying the student’s unique talents and providing them with opportunities to express themselves through their unique talents. The school will invite Achievers from different domains and create interactions which can further motivate our students to move to the next level in their fields, and emerge as YOUNG ACHIEVERS.
The CBSE (Central Board for Secondary Education) program curriculum starts with an emphasis on learning basic facts and gradually moves to detailed understanding of concepts, through interpretation and evaluation as student’s progress to higher classes. It is built around the principles of knowledge, understanding, application and skill-sets. Projects and the application of knowledge form an integral part and aid the development of analytical skills. The Program aims to empower children to contribute towards a humane, just and pluralistic society, and promote introspective living.
School trips and excursions enable children to expand their understanding of the world from academic and cultural perspectives. They participate in Dance, Drama, Fine Arts, Western and Indian Music, Yoga and other activities.
They organise and participate in Inter-house cultural and sports events, thus developing leadership skills and team spirit. Community service is an integral part of the learning, with students actively involved in various service projects.
The martial art form of Karate teaches self-defence while Yoga is the most popular option for maintaining physical, mental and spiritual health. In addition to these benefits, these activities along with Dance help develop kinaesthetic skills that improve posture and gait. At Gurukulam, we have experienced coaches, or tutors, for each of these activities.
‘Lead Buddy System’ is a students’ body that has been set up to develop initiative in Gurukuiam students.
LBS works closely with the teachers to organize school events, fund-raising programmes for charity, educational tours, nature camps, inter and intra-school competitions, games and sports activities, and more. LBS also publishes a quarterly school magazine with information, and content contributed by students and teachers.
The English writer Virginia Woolf once said “If you are losing your leisure, look out! You may be losing your soul.” At Gurukulam we will not let this happen to our students.
Those who are passionate about, of have an interest in Arts, Crafts, Music, Theatre or Photography can join clubs dedicated to the art. They can invite accomplished artists to the school for inter-school competitions.
Sport is the best metaphor for life. An hour of sporting activity brings out the best in students and is more invigorating than years of education. At Gurukulam, we recognize the role of sports in character building.
There is a comprehensive sports zone where students can develop skills in their favourite sports such as Archery, Badminton, Handball, Volleyball, Hockey, Basketball, Cricket, Tennis, Football and Skating. Coaches and coaching camps are arranged from time to time.
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