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A Holistic Curriculum, Inspired by the Finnish Model.

Balancing core subject competency with experiential, inquiry-based learning, active student leadership and a continuous, non-burdening assessment structure.

At a Glance

A Layered Academic Structure, Built Around the Child

Sacred Heart School implements a holistic, layered academic structure inspired by the Finnish education model, adapting to every student's needs at each stage of their journey. The framework balances core subject competency with experiential, inquiry-based learning, active student leadership, and a continuous, non-burdening assessment structure.

A Pre-Primary child colouring Pre-Primary hands-on maths learning Pre-Primary students at a school event Pre-Primary children dressed as planets during a space-themed activity A Pre-Primary child practicing fine motor skills Pre-Primary children visiting a fire station Pre-Primary students at an art activity A Pre-Primary child with their father on Father's Day Pre-Primary children at Sports Day Pre-Primary children at the Art Mela
Foundation Years

Pre-Primary

A zero-homework, play-based foundation. Every day mixes literacy and numbers with mock markets and mini airports — building independence one small task at a time.

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Primary students at a puppet show Primary students on International Dance Day A Primary student at the Story Telling Competition Primary students on Yoga Day A Primary student with their father at the Daddy & Me event Primary students at a bank activity Primary students skating on the indoor rink A Primary student's clay modelling work Primary students planting a sapling on campus Primary students playing football on the turf

Primary

English, Hindi, Marathi, EVS, Maths and IT — taught through playway method and sensory lessons like Floor Maze Games, with field trips and cross-subject work in Art, Craft and Dance.

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Secondary students in a hands-on activity A Secondary student using a telescope during the Astronomy elective Secondary students using tablets in class Secondary students on stage at the GENESIS cultural festival Secondary students at an art festival A Secondary student during a community service visit Secondary students during a school activity House Captains at the annual investiture ceremony Secondary students during a Kaushal Bodh session Secondary students white-water river rafting on an expedition

Secondary

CBSE Curriculum blended with Experiential Learning and Skill based subjects to equip students with 21st century skills- Smart Classrooms for interactive learning and In-house coaching for Olympiads, JEE and NEET Foundation.

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Senior Secondary students at a cultural event A guest speaker addressing Senior Secondary students Senior Secondary students collaborating Senior Secondary students on a scuba diving adventure activity Senior Secondary students at a Mock Parliament session Senior Secondary students at a career fair Senior Secondary students celebrating Independence Day Senior Secondary students at a cultural celebration Senior Secondary students at an international Summer School program A Senior Secondary student rock climbing during the Gandikota expedition
NEP 2020 Aligned

Senior Secondary

Science, Commerce and Humanities streams, Comprehensive In-house coaching for JEE/NEET/MH-CET/SAT, Profile building activities including Global Summer School exposure, and Elective facilities like CASS for Astronomy & Space Studies, the Hydroponics Lab and the Design Hub to name a few.

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Continuous Evaluation

Reinventing Student-friendly Assessment Practices

Sacred Heart avoids end-of-term academic pressure by executing a multi-layered, holistic approach toward tracking progress.

Pre-Primary (Nursery, Jr. KG & Sr. KG)
  • Continuous observation and real-time qualitative reporting
  • Zero formalized examinations
  • Continuous assessment through engaging, activity-based learning
  • Joyful assessments with zero stress or pressure on the child
Primary (Grades 1-4)
  • Regular Topic Class Tests, conducted immediately post-topic completion to target misconceptions and prevent exam burden
  • Unit Tests and Semester Exams, twice annually across Terms 1 & 2
  • Internal Assessments — skill-based, mental ability and computational tracking
  • Inter-Disciplinary Projects (IDP) & Subject Enrichment Activities (SEA)
Secondary · Grades 5–10
  • Periodic Class Tests and Unit Tests through the year, keeping assessment frequent and low-stakes
  • Subject Enrichment Activities (SEA) and Interdisciplinary Projects (IDP) for skill-based, practical assessment
  • Weekly doubt-solving structures and skill tracking intensify from Grade 9 onward
  • Formal Semester Examinations, aligned with syllabus completion deadlines
Senior Secondary · Grades 11–12
  • Semester-I and Semester-II examinations, aligned with the CBSE board pattern
  • Continuous internal assessment integrated with subject and elective mentoring
  • NEP-2020 aligned Formative and Summative Tracking
  • Project and practical components assessed alongside written examinations
Plan Ahead

Academic Calendar 2026–27

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6 Apr

School Reopens

5–20 Nov

Diwali Vacation

24 Dec – 1 Jan

Winter Vacation

27 Mar

Academic Year End

Academic Session 2026–27. Dates are subject to minor adjustments if required by school administration.