Shrutham Integrated Program (SIP)
Curriculum
An integrated curriculum which amalgamates CBSE, IB, and Cambridge for a balanced education.
Foundation
Strong CBSE content with skill development and global perspectives.
Progression
Prepares students for International and CBSE pathways in high school.
Focus
Emphasizes application and international learning
Shrutham (Learning through Listening)
Develops concentration and comprehension through storytelling, oral recitation, and group discussions.
- Focus: Concentration, active listening, and comprehension.
- Oral Recitation: Improves memory and pronunciation.
- Storytelling (Kathavachan): Moral stories with interactive discussions.
- Group Discussions (Samvad): Debates on philosophy, current issues, and ethics.
- Learning Outcome: Fosters respectful listening and open communication.
Smriti (Learning through Recall)
Strengthens memory retention using repetition, daily recaps, and Japa (focused repetition).
- Methods: Repetition of texts, formulas, and concepts.
- Activities: Memory games, recitations, and quizzes.
- Daily Recap: Reflect on lessons to reinforce learning.
- Japa: Repeat affirmations and shlokas for focus.
- Learning Outcomes: Boost memory, retention, and understanding.
Chintan (Learning through Reflection)
Encourages self-awareness and critical thinking through meditation, self-inquiry, and philosophical discussions.
- Reflection: Silent contemplation and journaling on thoughts and experiences.
- Meditation: Guided sessions for mindfulness and clarity.
- Self-Inquiry: Explore questions like “Who am I ?” and “What is my purpose ?”
- Satsang: Discussions on texts like the Bhagavad Gita, encouraging questions and intellectual exploration.
Adhyayan (Learning through Study)
Fosters independent learning with project-based research and the Guru-Shishya mentoring model.
- Goal: Promote independent study, research, and exploration.
- Self-Study: Encourage habits of self-learning and topic exploration.
- Project-Based Learning: Connect ancient knowledge with modern applications.
- Projects: Hands-on activities like creating models.
- Guru-Shishya Dialogue: Personalized mentoring for deeper understanding.
Karma (Learning through Action)
Emphasizes hands-on experiences, community service, and physical activities like yoga, sports, and arts.
- Goal: Practical learning and experiential knowledge.
- Hands-On: Activities like gardening, cooking, and crafts for self-reliance.
- Experiential: Field trips, workshops, and internships for real-world skills.
- Community Service: Projects like tree planting and volunteering.
- Physical & Creative: Music, dance, yoga, and sports for health and creativity.
