ADMISSIONS ELIGIBILITY
& ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTS
Virtual Classes in 2021-22
The session of 2021-22 is being primarily conducted through blended online learning. Teachers have established connect with the students virtually and were successfully conducting subject classes online. In addition, various co-curricular and cultural activities were continuously being organized for the students and also by the students themselves on the virtual platform.
The School Planned creation of content to support synchronous and asynchronous virtual classroom teaching in the form of resources like lesson plans and student support documents like creation of a work sheets and provided Experts to guide teachers, students and parents alike. The transition was done smoothly onto a platform for teaching that many of them had never experienced before. A system was created to continuously monitor and evaluate the performance of schools – despite the odds.
Our Core Curriculum comprises of
- Book List-I MAX Text books for grade 1 to 5 and NCERT Text books for 6 to 8
- Teaching Aids
- Lesson Plans
- Annual Plans
- Worksheets
- In-class Digital Technology
CURRICULUM
Students in our school come from Tier II & Tier III Cities. Our aim is to prepare Students as responsible, confident, hardworking and compassionate citizens.
Our school has adopted a futuristic curriculum to impart 21st century skills in order to engage students in a life-long learning process as they become confident and competent global citizens. A systematic, well-thought thorough and balanced curriculum is critical to preparing all children for future success in life. All students should have a broad curriculum that aims at their enrichment wherein they find learning to be engaging.
At JPS, we ensure best quality of education. All our Lesson plans and exams are set by our experienced teachers and are being scrutinized by the Academic Heads. This team aims to provide high quality academic and non-academic support to all the schools of JGI. It is a centralized and a standardized system irrespective of where a school is located right from selection of textbooks ,Preparing Split up of syllabus, making of the yearly planner, developing lesson plans and other teaching aids, formulating worksheets, designing question papers and internal assessments, developing guidelines for activities, projects etc.
Curriculum for Early Years (Pre-school)
Early Childhood Education
JPS lay the foundation for the development of skills, both mental and physical, which will define the personality of the child. Pre-primary educational methodology therefore is of paramount importance. The early years are very impressionable and children need to be handled gently. At this age we need to focus on nurturing, healthy interaction and stimulus to develop the child’s academic confidence.
The Early Years curriculum covers Nursery, LKG and UKG. We have a student teacher ratio of 10:1 per class where each class has 20 students and 2 teachers. The teacher-student ratio is well adhered to, ably supported with a well-trained, caring and empathetic support staff
At JPS, we make our classes interesting for young minds by integrating play way and the kindergarten method of teaching environment, in which our students can develop through structured play activities, art and craft and games. Intellectual growth is also encouraged through sharing stories and discussion, writing, number games, observation, and scientific experiences. Throughout the Kindergarten stage, we keep our parents closely involved and assessment is conducted throughout the year.
- Core Curriculum: Language, Numeracy & Environment Science, Arts
- Supplementary Curriculum: Story Telling, Experiential Learning & Activity-based learning
The co-curricular activities include recitation, rhymes, story narration, art and craft, nature study and audio-visual learning. We encourage overall development of the tiny-tots in physical, motor, emotional, intellectual, personal and social skills. Emphasis is laid upon active-participation and group-involvement so that early in life, they understand the meaning of teamwork.
Co-curricular activities like puppetry, art & craft, Yoga, Music, dance etc. caters to lay the foundation for lifelong learning and serves as a starting point of formal education.
Our colour day celebration themes build an aesthetic value to the students.
Our Early Years curriculum focuses on teaching students basic motor skills, how to express themselves and communicate with others. Our Early Years teachers take up the roles of facilitator; motivator and supporter to help children learn and grow.
Primary Curriculum
Our primary curriculum covers grade 1-5
The primary curriculum of ours is child centric. It helps to develop child’s potential and encourage a love towards learning. Our primary level education is embedded with values that cater to the different needs of individual children.
The curriculum includes subjects like English, Kannada/Telugu, Hindi, Math, Science and S.Sc. The assessment in primary school is to check the child’s learning progress across the curriculum. The teacher uses different tools and techniques to gather evidence about the learning progress on an ongoing basis. A variety of teaching methods and activities based on Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligence Theory have been incorporated into the Curriculum. The curriculum is designed to evoke curiosity and encourage out-of-the-box thinking. Project-based learning activities in the classroom develop communication, social and interpersonal skills and promote critical thinking.
Assessment for Grade I & II classes is based on the Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) system
Co-curricular activities like music, dance, art & craft, karate, spell bee, literary competitions, and offer moral, spiritual, emotional, aesthetic, social and physical values to the students.
Middle School Curriculum –Building Relationships – Learning to Bond Together
This section of the school curriculum covers 6th, 7th and 8th grades. These are the most impressionable years of their lives. They undergo a huge transformation within this short span, both physically and mentally. Our pedagogical skills for classes 6-8 are focused on imparting knowledge, its comprehension by the learner and its effective application.
In grades 6-8 we help our students to deepen their knowledge and skills in subjects like English, Kannada/Telugu, Hindi / Sanskrit, Math, Science and S.Sc. We lead them to the competitive world through a strong foundation of General knowledge with current affairs.
Our curriculum framework helps students to be interested and engaged with academics and co-curricular activities. The projects given are capable to apply learning to the real world, inculcate interest in subjects and learn the concepts in a meaningful way. The assessments are done where they can use their learning to demonstrate mastery of each concept
Our teaching methodology incorporates an integrated, holistic approach to learning that promotes a balance of academics and experience. Mental and physical development, fine arts and performing arts, skills and creativity, ethics and entrepreneurship are an integral part of learning.
Secondary Classes IX & X -The Need to Excel
The ultimate dream of every parent is to see their child excel in school. This puts an immense pressure on most students. Not all of them are academically inclined. The school believes that we need to imbibe the children with good habits, attitudes and values that will last them a life time.
Classes 9-10 are more demanding. The academic pressure increases but our children cope well with the challenges. They are older, more mature, focused and are aware of what they want to achieve in life. They learn through discussion, brainstorming, inquiry, analysis and evaluation. The focus of the school is to help children acquire important life skills; encourage them to take their own decisions and learn to stand on their own
Senior Secondary level Grade XI & XII
As they expand their wings and gain greater strength, our vivacious young adults are equipped to meet the demands of advanced levels of academics. The school opens the floodgates of opportunity for them to hone the specific skill sets namely leadership, organization, communication, presentation, team building, independent learning, social skills and many more. Students explore their potential and enhance their competencies through scholastic and co-scholastic activities throughout the year.
These secondary years are some of the most enriching ones when students are evolving into industrious, focused and self-assertive youth who begin to fathom the depths of various subjects. They understand the dynamics of juggling homework, tests, presentations and a wide range of intra and inter-school competitions.
Science Stream
In this stream, our pupils have the option of taking English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Commerce Stream
In order to pursue their career in Commerce, higher secondary learners can take English, Mathematics, Economics, Business Studies and Accountancy
School Hours
- Pre-Primary Classes – 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
- Classes I to VIII – 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
ASSESSMENT
- Student Report
- Class and School Report
- Intensive Assessment
Student report
- Detailed analysis of each chapter based on difficulty and cognitive levels
- Specific areas of strength and improvement highlighted
- Analysis of relative performance through comparison with class average results
- Detailed analysis of MCQs
- Question wise Analysis of errors and related misconceptions
Time Table for Tests and Examinations
Periodic Assessment | Grade | Day/ Date |
Periodic Assessment-1 | Grade 3 to Grade 10 | Friday, 23rd July to Saturday, 31st July |
Periodic Assessment-2/ Half Yearly Exam | Grade 3 to Grade 10 | Monday, 6th September to Friday, 17th September |
Periodic Assessment-3 | Grade 9 and Grade 10 | Monday, 29th November to Friday, 3rd December |
Periodic Assessment-3 | Grade 3 to Grade 8 | Monday, 17th January to Tuesday 25th January |
Yearly Exam | Grade 9 | Monday 14th February to Wednesday, 23rd February |
Yearly Exam | Grade 3 to Grade 8 | Wednesday, 3rd March to Wednesday, 10th March2022 |
PERIODIC TEST/ HALF YEARLY DETAILS
Test | Day/ Date |
Cycle test-1 | Friday, 23rd July to Saturday, 31st July |
Cycle test-2 | Monday, 6th September to Friday, 17th September |
Cycle test-3 | Monday, 25th October to Saturday, 30th October |
Cycle test-4 | Tuesday, 23rd November to Saturday, 27th November |
Cycle test-5 | Monday, 27th December to Friday, 31st December |
Cycle test-6 | Monday, 24th January to Saturday, 29th January |
Cycle test-7 | Monday, 21st February to Saturday, 26th February |
Cycle Test- 8 | Monday, 21st March to Thursday, 31st March |
CYCLE TEST DETAILS- GRADE 1 AND GRADE 2
Test | Day/ Date |
Cycle test-1 | Friday, 23rd July to Saturday, 31st July |
Cycle test-2 | Monday, 6th September to Friday, 17th September |
Cycle test-3 | Monday, 25th October to Saturday, 30th October |
Cycle test-4 | Tuesday, 23rd November to Saturday, 27th November |
Cycle test-5 | Monday, 27th December to Friday, 31st December |
Cycle test-6 | Monday, 24th January to Saturday, 29th January |
Cycle test-7 | Monday, 21st February to Saturday, 26th February |
Cycle Test- 8 | Monday, 21st March to Thursday, 31st March |
PRE BOARD DETAILS
Pre board | Grade | Day/ Date |
Preboard-1 | Grade X | Monday, 3rd January to10th January 2022 |
Preboard-2 | Grade IX | Friday 21st January to 29th Saturday 2022 |
Preboard-3 | Grade X | Monday 14th February to Saturday, 18th February |
Mock Examination | Grade IX | Friday 21st January to 29th Saturday 2022 |
Competitive Exam
Competitive exams are a positive push for students towards their excellence. Students should always have an external outlook apart from their academics. Real excellence is when the academic knowledge is used efficiently to get through competitive exams.
These exams provide very good support to student by offering scholarships. We encourage and support our students to appear for such competitive exams. It’s always the rewards which keep students going in positive direction towards their goals. Preparing for competitive exams helps in finding out the hidden scholastic talents. It builds up positive spirit among students and gives ambition and motivation for students.
The main aim of competitive exam is to improve intellectual, logical skills and reasoning capabilities among students. Most of these competitive exams are combination of aptitude and subject knowledge.
Some Competitive Exams for School Students (Class 8, 9 and 10)
National Talent Search Examination or NTSE
National level science talent search examination (NLSTSE)
Indian National Olympiad (INO)
Science Olympiad foundation
This non-profit organization conducts competitive exam for students of classes I to XII. The foundation conducts separate exams for subjects like Computer (National Cyber Olympiad), Math’s (International Math’s Olympiad), Science (National Science Olympiad) and English (International English Olympiad). Math’s Olympiad
Promotion Policy
Students’ performance is evaluated through a system of constant and all-inclusive appraisal in the secondary classes. It is done through slip tests, Monthly-tests, Periodic Tests followed by half-yearly and annual examinations. Students are graded according to the combined performance in all the listed exams. Passing all subjects is mandatory in order to be promoted to the next class.
ATTENDANCE :- Every student must have a minimum of 75% attendance , failing which he/she will not be allowed to appear in Final Examination/State Board Examination and promotion will not be granted.
MISSED PERIODIC TEST / EXAMS ( I – VIII )
Missed any Periodic Test/Activity – No Retest will be conducted. The school reserves the right to take the decision of marking the student.
Missed the Mid Term Exam – Retest will be conducted only once as per the schedule drawn within a month of conclusion of Mid Term Exam.
Missed the Annual Exam – Retest to be conducted only once as per the schedule drawn (along with compartment cases).
PASS CRITERIA
Class VI – VIII :- As per the State Board guidelines – the student has to secure minimum 33% of marks in scholastic areas in each subject in the Annual Exam and 33% in the internal Assessment.
RETEST
CLASS VII – VIII :- A Student scoring less than 33% in one subject will be permitted for retest in that subject . A student scoring less than 33% in two subjects will be detained.
DETENTION
Class Pre School – VIII – No Detention
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