Curriculum | GYANKOSH - A Global School

The Curriculum

NATIONAL CURRICULUM

At GYANKOSH- A Global School, we deliver the full National Curriculum along with Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE). It is our aim that every child develops their full potential, and the curriculum is delivered with these aims in mind. Our planning ensures that pupils have a wide range of experiences that inform, excite and prepare them for the next stage of their schooling, and which provide a foundation for life- long learning.

We teach the following subjects depending upon the classes:
* English
* Hindi
* Sanskrit
* Mathematics
* Science & Technology
* History
* Information Communication Technology (ICT)
* Geography/ Civics/ Social Science & Others
* Art & Design/ Music/Physical Education (PE)- optional

COLLECTIVE WORSHIP

The aim of collective worship is:
* To enable children to consider spiritual, moral and social issues
* To enable children to explore their own beliefs and those of others
* To encourage participation and response
* To develop an understanding of the worship of God
* To develop a sense of awe and wonder

RESIDENTIAL / EDUCATIONAL VISITS

We are committed to providing out-of-school learning opportunities for our children. Educational visits enable us to take children's learning onto a higher level and provide them with learning experiences that they will be telling their grandchildren about.

Alongwith the range of day trips we plan to support the curriculum, we also arrange a residential trip for our primary classes.

HOMEWORK

Homework is offered weekly for the children to complete, and the amount depends on the ability and age of the children in question. Homework such as reading, multiplication tables and spelling are areas that home can support at all times. If you have any questions as how to support your child in best way, your son's or daughter's class teacher will be able to help. Hearing your child read and encouraging them to practise their multiplication tables, are also important ways in which you can help your child with their learning.

LIBRARY

The school has a well-equipped library that the children use to support their learning in school. There are also extensive book corners in the class where the children can borrow books to take home and read at their leisure.

SAT'S (STANDARD ASSESSMENT TESTS)

According to Syllabus and its contents SAT's (Standard Assessment Tests) on various Term e.g., Term I, Term II & Term Ill onwards are under taken wherein teachers record a level for reading, writing and maths based on the evidence from their work. These scores are not published, but your child's teacher will share their progress with parents. This is informal.

Sometimes, the children are tested in a more formal way. They take exams in Maths, English and SPAG (Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar). The children are tested on a range of skills and knowledge that have been learnt throughout their school career. We ensure that the children are well prepared for these tests, which might mean some extra homework in the build-up. Pupil's results are published. These results are used by the local authority to judge the effectiveness of the school. For the children, it is just one of the many ways in which we monitor their progress. The results from these tests are good indicators to progress and will be shared with you during the academic year.

PARENTS TEACHERS MEETINGS

At GYANKOSH A Global School, we believe that everyone should have a voice. Our School Council makes arrangements of PTM (Parents Teachers Meeting) at frequent intervals so that everyone has an opportunity to share their thoughts and views.

Objectives of PTM at the School

* An inclusive, structured, meeting time for discussion and decision-making
* An opportunity for children to raise issues and concerns through parents
* An opportunity for staff to consult all pupils

Our School Council will -

* Help children develop responsible attitudes
* Improve behaviour
* Create a feeling of belonging, encourage listening to others and develop self- confidence
* Improve pupil/teacher relationships
* Give children hands-on experience of curriculum issues