Pre-Primary Academics | Sacred Heart School, Kalyan

Where Curiosity Gets Its First Classroom.

Every day is a beautiful day at Sacred Heart School. Learning is filled with joy and enthusiasm through vivid, interactive activities, art and craft, dance, and music, guided by our teachers trained in Finnish Pedagogy and our supportive ancillary staff.

Foundation Years

Pre-Primary Academic Framework

The preschool segment prioritizes early childhood development through continuous immersion and child-centered discovery.

Core Curricular Pillars

Our Preschool Curriculum is aligned with the principles of NEP 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for the Foundational Stage (NCF-FS) 2022.

Literacy, Mathematics, Understanding the World, and Expressive Arts & Design, along with holistic development and play-based learning.

Zero Homework Policy

All fundamental cognitive, writing, listening and creative skills are intentionally developed within the school schedule, ensuring home hours are preserved exclusively for family bonding.

Pedagogical Strategy

Daily concepts are revisited through diverse play-based actions rather than rote cycles, establishing critical fine motor, communication and independence habits.

Experiential Components

Real-world simulations — mini city roads, mock airports, markets and restaurants — field visits to farms, fire stations and the Gaushala, building vocabulary and social intelligence through lived experience.

Life Skills & Independence

Children are guided towards self-care and independence in daily routines — wearing socks and shoes, folding bedding, brushing teeth — building confidence one small task at a time.

Strong Parent Partnership

Continuous individual observation of every child is paired with an active parent partnership — regular feedback, inclusive annual events, and shared responsibility for each child's best interests.

In Pictures

A Day in Pre-Primary

Pre-Primary children finger-painting on a large sheet of paper
Math Activity
A Pre-Primary child holding an 'Angry' emotion flashcard
Learning About Emotions
Pre-Primary children holding flower-shaped name tags in class
Name Tag Activity
Pre-Primary children in graduation gowns performing on stage
Starry Show Time
Two Pre-Primary children in traditional dance costumes on stage
Republic & Independence Day
Pre-Primary children singing on stage
Graduation Day
Pre-Primary children in frog costumes performing on stage
School Show
Pre-Primary children wearing chef hats during a cooking activity
Experiential Learning
Pre-Primary children watching a firefighter demonstration as part of community-helper learning
Firefighter Demonstration
Pre-Primary children visiting a dentist's clinic
Dentist Visit
Pre-Primary children at a craft table with paint
SHS Restaurant
Pre-Primary children on a market visit, examining onions and garlic
Market Visit
A Pre-Primary child playing in the sandpit
Sandpit Play
A parent and child painting handprints together
Parental Participation
A parent and child at a 'Daddy & Me' handprint art activity
Daddy & Me Art
Parents celebrating with their child in a graduation cap
Graduation Day
A Pre-Primary child dribbling a basketball
Sports
Pre-Primary children on an obstacle course
Obstacle Course
Pre-Primary children in a circle game on the field
Circle Games
A Pre-Primary child practicing fine motor skills
Fine Motor Skills
Pre-Primary children performing a dance activity
Dance
Pre-Primary children in a dance activity
Dance
Pre-Primary children in a music activity
Music
Pre-Primary children playing musical instruments
Music
Pre-Primary children in a music class
Music
Pre-Primary children in the play therapy room
Play Therapy Room
Pre-Primary children in the play therapy room
Play Therapy Room
No Child Left Behind

Inclusive Events

Every child deserves the spotlight. Across our annual events — Republic Day, Independence Day, Sports Day, the School Show, Winter Carnival and the Senior Kindergarten Graduation — every child gets an opportunity to participate through dance, sports, drama, music and speeches. We do not choose only a select few: every student is trained and supported to shine, building confidence, communication and teamwork along the way.

Pre-Primary children holding basketballs during a Sports Day practice Pre-Primary children dribbling basketballs on the court Pre-Primary children stretching in a circle on the field with their coach Pre-Primary children doing warm-up exercises on the field

Sports Day

Every child takes part and competes — building teamwork and confidence on the field.

Pre-Primary children gathered on stage at the School Show finale Children in pastel outfits on stage against an underwater backdrop Children in colourful costumes on a flower-meadow stage set Pre-Primary children in frog costumes performing on stage Children in red and black flamenco-style costumes on stage Children in green and orange costumes performing a meadow-themed act Children performing a garden-themed act on stage Children in white on stage under a glowing triangle backdrop

School Show

Our annual show gives every child a turn on stage through dance, drama, music and speech.

Pre-Primary children in white outfits celebrating on stage Children performing in front of an India Gate and tricolour backdrop Children in traditional dance costumes on stage Children in traditional costumes dancing beneath an India backdrop Children in army costumes carrying a stretcher in a patriotic performance Children dancing in tricolour costumes on stage Children in colourful dance costumes performing on stage Children in soldier and pilot costumes on stage

Republic & Independence Day

Patriotic performances and parades let every child celebrate the nation on stage together.

Senior Kindergarten graduates holding their certificates on stage Graduates arriving along a red carpet at the Graduation Day ceremony

Senior Kindergarten Graduation

A milestone celebration marking the transition from Pre-Primary to formal schooling.

Celebrating Every Effort

Achievements

Our youngest learners take part in Recitation, Drawing and Singing competitions each year — every child who takes part is celebrated, not only the winners.

A Pre-Primary child reciting into a microphone at the Recitation Competition A Pre-Primary child reciting with a cloud-shaped prop at the Recitation Competition

Recitation Competition

30 June 2026

Junior and Senior Kindergarten students recite verses on stage, building confidence and clear speech.

Junior KG: Sahasra S. (1st) · Rajvi K. (2nd) · Shreesha D. (3rd)

Senior KG: Samaira Ann V. (1st) · Saanvi S. (2nd) · Krishika R. (3rd)

A Pre-Primary child colouring a butterfly worksheet A Drawing Competition winner holding a certificate and trophy with two teachers

Drawing Competition

29 July 2026

A yearly showcase of colour and imagination, judged separately for Junior and Senior Kindergarten.

Junior KG: Saanvi D. (1st) · Rajvi K. (2nd) · Girisha S. (3rd) · Sahasra S. (Consolation)

Senior KG: Saanvi S. (1st) · Prahi S. (2nd) · Samaira Ann V. (3rd) · Reyansh S. (Consolation)

A Pre-Primary child singing into a microphone at the Singing Competition A Pre-Primary child singing on stage at the Singing Competition

Singing Competition

7 August 2026

Every voice gets a turn on the mic — a favourite annual event for the whole Pre-Primary section.

Junior KG: Shasta P. (1st) · Miriam C. (2nd) · Kiana B. (3rd) · Sudanshu P. (Consolation)

Senior KG: Sharvil D. (1st) · Keziah N. (2nd) · Naomi T. (3rd) · Samaira Ann (Consolation)

Where Little Hands Create

Art & Craft

Every scribble, every fold, every splash of colour is a step towards creativity, confidence and fine motor skills — it isn't about a perfect picture, it's about the proud smile at the end of it.

Children painting a large hoop with orange paint Children painting a play-house with orange paint

Colour & Texture

Finger-painting, sponge art and mixed-media murals build sensory awareness.

Children at their easels during the Art Mela

Art Mela

Our Art Club is a dedicated space where children explore, create, and express their interests and imagination through painting, colouring, drawing, scribbling, and craft.

Learning by Doing

Life Skills

Simple everyday tasks — folding, sorting, dressing — practised as guided classroom activities, so small hands and growing minds build independence one step at a time.

Folding Sorting Dressing
Children folding cloth napkins at a round table Two children working on a hands-on craft activity at a desk Two children sitting on the grass practising dressing themselves
Partners in Every Child's Journey

Parental Participation

Parents are an essential part of a child's learning journey — most events are planned on Saturdays for working parents' convenience, from Father's Day and Mom and Me to joint parent-child activity mornings.

A father and daughter showing a lion handprint painting on Father's Day A child and father at a Father's Day craft table A father and daughter at the Daddy & Me handprint art activity

Father's Day

A special morning session where fathers join their children on campus for the day.

A child placing a flower in her mother's hair at the Mom and Me event Mothers and children seated together in a Pre-Primary classroom A mother and son working on a craft activity at a classroom table A mother helping her daughter stick shapes onto a classroom board Mothers and children doing an outdoor activity at tables under the trees A mother holding her son's hand as he walks across a balance beam

Mom and Me – A Day at School

Mothers spend a day in their child's school life — classroom learning, tiffin time, games and play, seen through their children's eyes.

A parent and child drawing together at a table Two parents and their child at a classroom activity table A smiling parent and child working on an activity together

Parent-Child Activities

Craft and colouring sessions parents and children complete together, side by side.

A parent helping a child with a hands-on activity Parents and their child working on a classroom activity Parents celebrating with their child in a graduation cap

Growing Together

Regular touchpoints that build a genuine partnership between home and classroom.

In Their Words

Parent Testimonials

Real-World Readiness

We Bring the World to Them

We recreate safe, real-world settings on campus — mini markets, restaurants and even space — and take our young explorers on field trips to see the real thing.

Pre-Primary children meeting a firefighter Pre-Primary children gathered around fire engines at the fire station

Fire Station Visit

Meeting real firefighters and learning about their dedication and courage.

A Pre-Primary child at the dentist during a class visit Pre-Primary children watching a dentist at the clinic

Dentist Visit

A friendly first look at dental care, building comfort instead of fear.

Pre-Primary children visiting a gaushala (cow shelter) Two Pre-Primary children meeting a calf on a farm visit

Gaushala Visit

Learning how milk is sourced and how animals are cared for, up close.

Pre-Primary children in chef hats during a restaurant activity Children serving at a recreated restaurant counter Children role-playing at a recreated restaurant table Two children preparing food during the restaurant activity

Restaurant Role-Play

A recreated kitchen and dining counter where children act out real-world roles.

Pre-Primary children dressed as astronauts during a space-themed activity

Journey to Space

We can't take them everywhere — so a planet costume parade brings space to campus instead.

A Pre-Primary child tubing on a river during a field trip

River & Water Bodies

Field visits to riverbanks build a first-hand appreciation for the water bodies around us.

Pre-Primary children at a mini market set up on campus Pre-Primary children gathered around a market stall Pre-Primary children posing at the entrance of a wholesale market Pre-Primary children examining onions and garlic on a market visit

Market Visit

From a mini market set up on campus to a real market trip, children see where fresh food comes from.

Pre-Primary children meeting a police officer at a police station

Police Station Visit

A friendly visit to meet a police officer and learn how they help keep our community safe.

Plan Ahead

Pre-Primary 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.

Continue Exploring

See What Comes After Pre-Primary

Grades 1–4 build on this foundation with expanding formal content knowledge and continued tactile, playway learning.