The Academic Curriculum at St. Christopher’s Academy

PRIMARY

The primary curriculum is designed to nurture the child in all dimensions of his or her life – spiritual, moral, cognitive, emotional, imaginative, aesthetic, social, and physical. A thematic approach is designed to stimulate the children through various interactive sessions and activities. An extensive use of teaching aids supplements classroom teaching. Project works in class call for mass participation, with equal emphasis laid on developing a strong sense of individuality. Field trips and excursions make Learning fun.

SCHOOL TIMINGS FOR PRIMARY

PERIODGRADE I TO V
TIMING
Grade I to V – Assembly – 08:40 a.m to 08:55 a.m
I09:00 a.m to 09:40 a.m
II09:40 a.m to 10:20 a.m
BREAK10:20 a.m to 10:30 a.m
III10:30 a.m to 11:10 a.m
IV11:10 a.m to 11:50 a.m
V11:50 a.m to 12:30 p.m
LUNCH12:30 p.m to 01:00 p.m
VI01:00 p.m to 01:40 p.m
VII01:40 p.m to 02:20 p.m
BREAK02:20 p.m to 02:30 p.m
VIII02:20 p.m to 03:10 p.m
03:10 p.mDispersal

 

GRADE I TO V

CORE SUBJECTS:

English:

  • Language development, reading, and comprehension.
  • Creative writing and expression.
  • Grammar and vocabulary building.

Tamil:

  • Language development, reading, and comprehension.
  • Creative writing and expression.
  • Grammar and vocabulary building.

Hindi:

  • Language development, reading, and comprehension.
  • Creative writing and expression.
  • Grammar and vocabulary building.

Mathematics:

  • Number sense, basic operations, and problem-solving.
  • Geometry and measurement.
  • Patterns and relationships.

EVS:

  • Introduction to basic scientific concepts.
  • Hands-on experiments and observations.
  • Environmental studies.
  • Understanding communities and cultures.

CO-CURRICULAR AND EXTRA-CURRICULAR:

  • Physical Education:
  • Sports and games.
  • Physical fitness and wellness.
  1. Art and Craft:
  • Creative expression through various art forms.
  • Craft activities for fine motor skill development.
  • Music and Dance:
  • Introduction to music theory and rhythm.
  • Basic dance forms for expression.
  • Computer Studies:
  • Basic computer literacy.

Life Skills:

  • Value Education:
  • Moral and ethical values.
  • Character building and empathy.

TEACHING METHODOLOGY:

  • Thematic Approach:
  • Integrating subjects around themes for a holistic understanding.
  1. Interactive Learning:
  • Use of multimedia, group activities, and discussions.
  • Field Trips:
  • Educational visits to museums, parks, and local institutions.
  • Project-Based Learning:

Encouraging students to work on projects that integrate multiple subjects.