| ACADEMIC STRUCTURE Early Years (Playgroup) The initial years of a child set the tone for a lifetime. Our early years program is meticulously designed to lay the foundation for a child’s future academic, social, and emotional well-being. We have crafted a comprehensive, dynamic, and contemporary curriculum that equips our young learners with confidence for life’s journey. The program features activities and equipment specifically designed for developing gross and fine motor coordination. All activities are meaningful, creative, involve intricate movements, and lead to the child’s engagement. They are easily understood, appeal to the child’s will, and result in enhanced physical skills, movement perfection, and concentration. Mastering these skills and concepts at a young age fosters independence and confidence. Acknowledging individual uniqueness, we promote self-expression and exploration while establishing strong foundations of love and security. Theme Based Classrooms Such classrooms ignite curiosity, motivate learning, and provide a natural way of acquiring knowledge. Research indicates that learning around a theme makes the most sense to children, aiding in making connections, fostering comparisons, transferring knowledge, and applying it—an effective scientific method of learning. Foundational Years Programme (Nursery to Class 2) The foundational years of education are pivotal, laying the groundwork for literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking. At Royale Cambridge, our focus is on nurturing skilled, confident children who exhibit curiosity both within and beyond the classroom. We address every aspect of their existence—social, physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual—alongside academics. The Foundational Years Curriculum addresses the following: Physical Well-being and Motor Development: Our goals encompass achieving gross and fine motor control. Gross motor control includes body balance, coordination, and movement skills such as running, jumping, hopping, skipping, and catching a ball. Fine motor skills involve using and coordinating small muscles with dexterity, enhancing eye-hand coordination through activities that manipulate small materials and writing tools. Music and Movement activities contribute to developing spatial sense. Language Development: Crucial for later learning, language development covers listening and comprehension, oral skills, vocabulary development, and pre-literacy skills like phonological awareness, print awareness, letter-sound correspondence, and constructing words and sentences. Cognitive Development: Focusing on knowing and understanding the environment, cognitive development includes pre-number and number concepts, along with skills related to comparison, classification, critical thinking, observation, and problem-solving. Appreciation of Creativity: Our environment encourages exploration of various art forms, fostering a natural taste and interest. Learners start appreciating artistic, dance/drama, and musical activities. This appreciation not only enhances their creative expression but also instills a lifelong love for the arts, enriching their overall educational experience at Royale Cambridge. Personal, Social and Emotional Development: The early years are pivotal for the development of life and self-help skills, habit formation, cooperation, social relationships, group interaction, pro-social behaviour, expression of feelings, and acceptance of others’ feelings. These skills and values addressed during this period are crucial for human growth, development, and learning. They form the foundation for building resilient, emotionally intelligent individuals capable of navigating various social contexts. Preparatory Years Programme (Classes 3 to 5) The Preparatory Years mark a transition from the play-oriented, discovery-based teaching style of the Foundational Stage. This three-year educational period integrates subject textbooks and introduces elements of formal yet interactive classroom learning. It aims to establish a robust foundation across various subjects, including reading, writing, speaking, physical education, art, languages, science, and mathematics. Building upon the pedagogical methods of the earlier stage, it gradually introduces more structured learning approaches. The incorporation of study material and textbooks, coupled with interactive classroom strategies, enhances the students’ understanding of different subjects comprehensively. This phase strives to prepare students for a more formal educational structure while maintaining an engaging and exploratory learning environment. Middle Years Programme (Classes 6 to 8) Our Middle School Programme is built on the structured, student-centered foundation laid in the foundational and preparatory years. It encourages students to develop a pragmatic approach to their lives and establish practical connections between their studies and the real world. All subjects incorporate strong interdisciplinary elements. The middle school years signify a period of significant intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth. Students receive support in tackling accelerated academic challenges and acquiring life skills. Assistance with study skills and building confidence in examination writing is a priority. Pastoral care is paramount, ensuring regular contact between students and teachers. The academic subject areas expand to include History, Social and Political Life, Geography, and a third language. The program is complemented by individual and group activities outside the regular curriculum, guest speakers, community projects, and intensive intra- and inter-school activities. This holistic approach aims to nurture well-rounded individuals, fostering not just academic excellence but also personal growth and community engagement. Senior Years Programme (Classes 9 to 12) Success during the senior school years is crucial for the future goals and aspirations of all our students and their families. Our curriculum is designed to offer honours-level academic courses and a variety of electives for students in grades XI and XII in the Central Board of Secondary Education. Career counseling is available to guide students on career-related issues from class IX to XII, ensuring they make informed decisions about their future paths. CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Project-Based Learning Experiential learning, or learning by doing, stands out as the most effective method for developing intelligence among learners. At Royale Cambridge, our pedagogical approach centers around “project-based” learning. This methodology empowers students to actively engage in exploring real-world problems and challenges, facilitating a deeper understanding of conceptual knowledge. Special features of Royale Cambridge Programme The study of interdisciplinary courses empowers learners to challenge conventional opinions, fostering the development of their authentic viewpoints. Achieving the perfect balance between academic excellence and overall personal growth is integral to this process. At Royale Cambridge, we actively encourage learners to engage in theatrical, musical, sports, and community service activities. These experiences cultivate collaboration, instill a strong sense of compassion, and engage students in activities benefiting those less fortunate. In addition to regular subject choices, Royale Cambridge provides a diverse array of options as part of its co-curricular subject offerings. This ensures a well-rounded and enriching educational experience for all our students. Creative Activities We firmly believe that every child is a genius with unique strengths, and it’s our responsibility to provide them a platform to explore and uncover these strengths. Theatre, Art, Dance, and Music form integral components of our co-curricular education. Learners have numerous opportunities to showcase their talents in regular school events, annual functions, and major public platforms. Renowned artists and sports personalities are invited to inspire young learners and share their expertise. To further support these endeavors, Royale Cambridge hosts various clubs, such as: Community Service The Community Service Programme is a vital component of the Royale Cambridge Curriculum. Learners are actively encouraged to participate in community service, fostering compassion and humility. Primary School students delve into issues such as water conservation, hygiene, and environmental care, while Middle and Secondary level learners engage in tasks like teaching ancillary staff, collaborating with community schools, and promoting adult education. These experiences not only contribute to the students’ personal development but also instill a sense of social responsibility and empathy. SPORTS Fun and Games At Royale Cambridge, we actively encourage students to engage in sports activities for enjoyment, relaxation, and exercise. Sports serve as a positive catalyst for educational development, playing an imperative role in shaping an individual’s sense of self-worth. Moreover, sports contribute significantly to building sportsmanship and fostering team spirit. Every student serves as an ambassador, embodying the true spirit of Royale Cambridge both on and off the field. Our approach provides students with the opportunity to explore and experiment with a variety of sports, allowing them to excel in their chosen pursuits or simply enjoy them as hobbies. |
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