Curriculum

The curriculum at SMT. SHANTABAI DESHPANDE PUBLIC SCHOOL is meticulously designed to foster the development of young minds, equipping them with the knowledge, adaptability, and critical thinking skills required to navigate and excel in an ever-changing world. Through a wide array of both scholastic and non-scholastic activities, we aim to nurture students who are not only academically proficient but also socially aware and globally conscious. Our approach ensures that students are prepared to understand and address issues both within our society and on a global scale.

Pre-Primary Section

• *    Activity-Based Learning: At the Pre-Primary level, we follow a play-based, activity-driven teaching methodology, focusing on the individual needs of each child. This allows for personalized attention to ensure every young learner is nurtured to their fullest potential.

• *    Introduction of Phonics: We have introduced phonics as a core aspect of early literacy development. Phonics is a method that helps children understand the relationship between sounds and letters, laying the foundation for effective reading and writing skills.

  • *    Sound Recognition: Phonics helps children identify and use various sounds that distinguish one word from another in the English language.

  • *    Word Formation: By learning how sounds correspond to letters or groups of letters (e.g., 'k' can be spelled as c, k, ck, or ch), children can better decode unfamiliar words.

  • *    Blending Sounds: As children learn to blend individual sounds together, they gain the ability to decode and build words like "tap," "pat," "sat," and more, enabling them to read and write with confidence.

Primary Section

• *    Engaging Teaching Methods: At the Primary level, our teaching strategies are tailored to engage students actively in the learning process. By making lessons interactive and interesting, we maintain students' curiosity and encourage a deeper understanding of each subject.

• *    Use of Technology: We incorporate computer-aided teaching to enhance the learning experience, providing students with dynamic, multimedia-rich content that supports various learning styles and encourages independent learning.

• *    Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE): In alignment with educational guidelines, we implement a comprehensive evaluation system to monitor students' academic progress continuously. This system ensures that students are assessed holistically, with grades awarded based on both formative and summative assessments.

• *    Assignments and Projects: To reinforce classroom learning, students are given home assignments, worksheets, and projects. These assignments serve as tools for revision, helping students consolidate what they have learned and develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Additional Highlights of the Curriculum

• *    Holistic Development: Our curriculum focuses not only on academic excellence but also on the emotional, physical, and social development of students. A variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and cultural events, are integrated to foster well-rounded personalities.

• *    Global Awareness and Sensitivity: Through regular discussions, projects, and activities, students are encouraged to think critically about global issues such as sustainability, social justice, and cultural diversity, helping them grow into responsible global citizens.

• *    Life Skills Education: In addition to academic subjects, we emphasize the teaching of essential life skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management, which are vital for success in the modern world.

• *    Personalized Attention and Support: Our dedicated teaching staff ensures that every student receives the support they need to succeed, offering personalized guidance to cater to individual learning needs.

By implementing this dynamic and inclusive curriculum, SMT. SHANTABAI DESHPANDE PUBLIC SCHOOL  not only prepares students for academic success but also shapes them into empathetic, well-informed, and adaptable individuals ready to meet the challenges of the future.