Academics

ACADEMICS

Curriculum Overview

The academic programme at Annai Chellammal CBSE School is organised to meet the developmental needs of learners at each stage.

The early years emphasise play, language and activity; the primary years strengthen foundational knowledge through experience; the middle years expand subject understanding and application; and the secondary years provide structured preparation through a Foundation Programme.

Across all stages, the curriculum supports communication, numeracy, scientific thinking, social awareness, digital learning, creativity, physical education and values. Regular assessments help the school review student progress throughout the academic year.

Students learning together
LEARNING • GROWTH • DISCOVERY • EXCELLENCE

Our Academic Journey

Four stages. One continuous path of growth.

01

Kindergarten

Play-Way Method

Pre-KG, LKG and UKG follow an activity-oriented approach that encourages young children to learn through participation, observation, conversation, movement and creative expression.

The programme focuses on readiness, confidence and a positive relationship with learning.

Subjects and Learning Areas

English – Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing Readiness
Physical Education
Mathematics – Arithmetic, Numeracy and Early Computing Skills
Tamil Language
Environmental Studies
Art and Craft
Rhymes
Value Education
Phonics
Kindergarten students
02

Primary School

Experiential Learning

Classes I to V follow an experiential approach that connects concepts with activities, examples and practical understanding.

Students strengthen essential skills in language, Mathematics, Science and technology while continuing to develop general awareness, values and physical well-being.

Subjects

English – Structural, Functional and Communicative English
Second Language – Tamil
Third Language – Hindi
Mathematics
Science / Environmental Studies
Computer Education
Physical Education
General Knowledge
Value Education
Primary school students
03

Middle School

E-Techno Programme

Classes VI to VIII build deeper subject knowledge and encourage students to use language, reasoning and technology with increasing independence.

The programme combines core academics with Computer Education, vocational exposure, art and Physical Education.

Subjects

English – Structural, Functional and Communicative English
Computer Education
Second Language – Tamil
Physical Education
Third Language – Tamil, Hindi or Urdu
General Knowledge
Mathematics
Vocational Learning
Science – Physics, Chemistry and Biology
Art
Social Science – History, Civics and Geography
Middle school students
04

Secondary School

Foundation Programme

Classes IX and X follow a structured Foundation Programme designed to strengthen understanding across the principal academic subjects and support disciplined preparation for secondary-level learning.

Subjects

English – Language and Literature
Second Language – Tamil or Hindi
Mathematics
Science – Physics, Chemistry and Biology
Social Science – History, Civics, Geography and Economics
Information Technology
Secondary school students
Students communication activity
LANGUAGE • COMMUNICATION • VALUES

Language, Communication and Value Learning

Language learning is enriched through activities that encourage students to speak, listen, remember, interpret and express ideas.

Classroom Activities

01 Group conversations
02 Recorded speaking practice
03 Poetry and song appreciation
04 Explaining meanings
05 Reciting couplets
06 Solving riddles
07 Building vocabulary
08 Identifying events
09 Connecting related concepts
10 Preparing short dramatic presentations

Proverbs and value-based discussions help learners understand practical wisdom, responsibility, health, time, self-help, prevention, cooperation and respect for others.

These activities support both communication skills and character development.
ACADEMIC PROGRESS

Assessments and Examinations

Understanding progress. Supporting improvement.

Student performance is reviewed throughout the year through a continuous assessment process.

The purpose of assessment is to understand progress, identify learning needs and support steady academic improvement.

01

Monthly Class Tests

Subject-wise monthly class tests are conducted regularly.

02

80 + 20 Assessment

The assessment structure currently follows an 80+20 mark pattern.

03

Regular Attendance

Students are expected to attend all tests and examinations.

04

Parent Review

Parents are expected to review and sign report cards and answer papers within the specified time.

Important Assessment Note

Missed tests and examinations are not ordinarily followed by a retest.