Academics · Pre-KG to Grade 10
Academics that inspire
A CBSE curriculum aligned with the National Education Policy 2020 – from the playful early years to confident board-exam readiness.
Our approach
Learning is beyond time and space, beyond the visible walls
St. Joseph’s Central School is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi and follows the educational programme recommended by the Board. Our primary instructional strategies focus on nurturing skills for holistic development: teaching–learning approaches are customised to encourage the spirit of inquiry and to promote critical thinking.
Teachers identify the different learning styles of their students and help them grow beyond the textbook. Learners are exposed to real-life situations, encouraged to inquire, take risks, share their ideas and stretch their wings to reach the next level. Assessment is continuous, transparent and used to guide every child forward.
- Enhancing the humane aspect of schooling – learning in a non-threatening, stimulating environment
- A happy, safe and positive classroom that supports the natural progression of learning
- Learning extended through field trips, industrial visits and extended learning events
- A continuous blend of technology and life skills across subject areas
- Helping students realise their dreams and true potential
- Self-directed and self-motivated learning
- Regular mentoring, guidance and timely, constructive feedback
The four stages
A clear path from Pre-KG to Grade 10
Foundational Stage
Pre-KG – Grade 2 · Ages 3–8
Preparatory Stage
Grade 3 – Grade 5 · Ages 8–11
Middle Stage
Grade 6 – Grade 8 · Ages 11–14
Secondary Stage
Grade 9 & Grade 10 · Ages 14–16
Grade 1– 2 · Ages 3–8
Foundational Stage
The Foundational Stage lays the groundwork for all future learning. In line with NEP 2020, these five years – Pre-KG, LKG, UKG, Grade 1 and Grade 2 – focus on play-based, activity-based and discovery-based learning.
Children build strong foundational literacy and numeracy: listening and speaking with confidence, phonics and early reading, number sense, patterns and shapes. Equally important are motor skills, curiosity, good habits, kindness and the ability to work and play with others. Toys, stories, rhymes, art and outdoor play are the tools of learning, and assessment is through gentle observation rather than examinations.
- Play- and activity-based learning
- Foundational literacy & numeracy
- Stories, rhymes, music & movement
- Habits, values & social skills
Grade 3 – Grade 5 · Ages 8–11
Preparatory Stage
In the Preparatory Stage, learning becomes gradually more formal while staying interactive and enjoyable. Students are introduced to textbooks in Languages, Mathematics and Environmental Studies (EVS), along with Art, Physical Education, Computer Science and Value Education.
Lessons emphasise discovery, discussion and experiments, helping children connect concepts to everyday life. Reading habits are strengthened through the library programme, while projects, quizzes and presentations build confidence and collaboration. Continuous, comprehensive assessment and regular feedback help each child understand their progress and grow steadily.
- English, Kannada and Hindi
- Mathematics & EVS
- Computer science & art
- Projects, quizzes & presentations
Grade 6 – Grade 8 · Ages 11–14
Middle Stage
The Middle Stage introduces subject teachers and more abstract concepts across Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Languages and Computer Science. Experiential learning in the laboratories, field trips and interdisciplinary projects help students explore ideas in depth.
This is also the stage of exploration. Students sample vocational skills, coding, art forms and sports, take part in clubs and Olympiads, and begin career awareness activities. Critical thinking, research skills and digital citizenship are developed deliberately, and students take on more responsibility for their own learning.
- Subject specialists & lab work
- Coding & digital literacy
- Clubs, Olympiads & exhibitions
- Career awareness & life skills
Grade 9 & Grade 10 · Ages 14–16
Secondary Stage
In Grades 9 and 10, students follow the CBSE Secondary curriculum in English, a second language, Mathematics, Science, Social Science and Information Technology / Artificial Intelligence, preparing for the Grade 10 board examination with depth and confidence.
Teaching focuses on conceptual clarity, application and examination readiness through regular practice, competency-based questions, revision plans and mentoring. Career guidance and counselling help students and parents make informed choices for higher secondary education, while co-curricular activities, leadership roles and community service keep learning balanced and meaningful.
- CBSE board examination preparation
- Competency-based learning
- Career guidance & counselling
- Leadership & community service
Admission Overview
Process, documents and important dates for new admissions.
Age Criteria
Minimum age for each class as per Government of Karnataka and CBSE norms.
School Hours
Daily timings for Nursery, Primary and Secondary sections.
Academic Calendar
Terms, examinations, holidays and school events at a glance.
Join the Josephite family
Admissions are open for 2026–27
Visit our campus, meet our teachers and discover how St. Joseph’s nurtures every child to become a “person for others”.