Middle Stage
Structured Approach for a Growth Mindset
- Middle Stage
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Middle School at Excel Public School (Grade 6 to 8) marks an essential transition period, guiding students from preparatory learning to the more specialized and advanced study required in high school. During these formative years, students are encouraged to think independently, explore new ideas, and develop skills that will equip them for future academic and personal challenges. The Middle School Programme is designed to nurture creativity, critical thinking, and a love for learning, while also fostering character-building and social responsibility.
The academic programme at the Middle School level emphasizes a deeper and broader understanding of subjects, allowing students to expand their knowledge and skills. Key subjects include:
- Mathematics: Building on concepts like algebra, geometry, and data analysis while developing logical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
- Science: Comprehensive study of physics, chemistry, biology, and environmental science, fostering scientific inquiry and hands-on experiments.
- Languages: Advanced studies in English (first language and medium of instruction), Kannada (second language), and Hindi (third language), with a focus on enhancing language skills, literature appreciation, and creative writing.
- Social Studies: A detailed exploration of history, geography, civics, and economics, helping students understand the past, present, and future of societies and governance.
- ICT (Information and Communication Technology): Introduction to coding, programming, and digital literacy, enabling students to navigate the digital world effectively.
Academics are complemented by project-based learning, inquiry-driven lessons, and real-world applications, encouraging students to apply their knowledge beyond the classroom.
Excel Public School is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, and follows the educational programme as suggested/recommended by it.
Instructional strategy at EPS focuses on building skills in all the intelligences, based on the theory of ‘Multiple Intelligences’. Importance is given to learning through presented with authentic issues to explore, students are encouraged to inquire, take risks, share their ideas and stretch to new levels of performance. The educational programme at EPS is expected create self-directed, self-motivated and passionate learners, who would be sensible, sensitive and socially responsible at all times, and prove themselves to be an asset to the society, the nation and the world at large.
The hallmark of our school is the blend of teaching-learning process with technology. The educational methods and materials are enhanced with the help of technology tools and multimedia objects. This empowers the teachers and students to achieve effective learning in all its aspects. We try to incorporate some of the best teaching learning practices to maximize the learning experience of our students. Blended learning methodology encourages all-round development of students and provides learning opportunities to students of varying learning abilities, styles and pace. Teachers provide personalized instruction for all students at all levels.
Student performance will be monitored based on the inputs captured on an ongoing basis. Assessment at the school is based upon clearly-defined purposes, goals and criteria. Student progress is measured against developmental benchmarks, based on accepted standards in each subject area.
Focused areas of growth and development at the Foundational, Primary, Middle, Secondary & Senior Secondary School Levels include
• Creativity and Innovation
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Global Awareness
• Financial, Economic and Entrepreneurial
• Literacy
• Media Literacy
• Health and Civic Literacy
• Environmental Literacy
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Initiative and Self Direction
• Social and Cross-Cultural Skills
• Productivity and Accountability
• Leadership and Responsibility
Curriculum
The curriculum at Middle Stage focuses on providing a holistic and well-rounded education.
Key features of the curriculum include:
- Interdisciplinary Learning: Subjects are taught through integrated projects and themes, enabling students to make connections between different domains of knowledge.
- Experiential and Inquiry-Based Learning: Emphasizing learning by doing, students are encouraged to explore concepts through hands-on projects and research, fostering curiosity and independent thinking.
- Skill Development: The curriculum is designed to build essential 21st-century skills such as collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and creativity. .
- Values and Life Skills Education: Personal development, empathy, social skills, and emotional intelligence are incorporated into daily learning to create socially responsible individuals.
Skill Development Programmme
Key areas of focus include:
- Nano Programme: Exploring the intricate world of nanotechnology.
- ISRO Space Tutoring Programme: Engaging with space science and astronomy through exciting explorations.
- Agriculture Programme: Learning sustainable farming techniques and the importance of agriculture.
- Flight/Aviation Programme: Understanding the science of aviation and flight mechanics.
- Tech Builders (3D Printing): Mastering 3D printing technology and its applications in modern industries.
- Bio Coding/Forensic Programme: Delving into biological coding and forensic science, sparking curiosity in the biological and investigative fields.
- HAM Radio Programme: Exploring amateur radio communication and science.
- Fine Arts Programme: Developing creativity through folk painting, sculpture, theatre, and other art forms.
- Entrepreneurship Programme: Equipping with essential 21st-century skills like research, problem-solving, and collaboration, to pitch in new innovations.
- Cognitive Development
- Skill Development
- Self Development
- Physical and Motor Development
- Socio-Emotional and Ethical Development
- Language, Literacy and Communication
- Aesthetic and Cultural Awareness
- Environmental and Social Awareness
- Environmental Awareness
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
- Communication and Language Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Creativity and Innovation
- Digital and Technological Literacy
- Social Skills
- Team Management and Organisational Skills
Assessment and Evaluation
- Conducted regularly through informal methods like observations, quizzes, class discussions, interactive activities, and peer feedback.
- Emphasizes continuous assessment to monitor and support learning progress, providing timely feedback to students and teachers.
- Focuses on assessing the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and application of knowledge in real-life contexts.
- Students in these classes will have three assessments during the academic year. The report will be sent to the parents at the end of the academic year along with the grades for the performance of the learners in the various skill areas, both in the scholastic and co-scholastic activities.
- Provides a comprehensive overview of a child’s academic growth across all subjects.
Activities
The Foundational Stage encompasses a crucial phase in a child’s learning journey. Special attention is paid to making sure that children enjoy every aspect of schooling in their formative years. This stage prioritizes flexible, multi-level, play-based, activity-based, and discovery-based learning, integrating the latest research in early childhood care and education.
Children typically build upon their existing learning experiences from home and/or previous schooling. At Excel Public School, we facilitate their learning through well-planned and stimulating play-based approaches that foster their interests, curiosity, and creativity.
In accordance with the NEP 2020, we have introduced the ‘Foundational Stage’ within our formal school system. This initiative allows us to establish a foundation school that offers a holistic, fun-filled, stress-free, and child-centered learning experience for our early learners (Pre-KG, Kindergarten, Grades 1 and 2). The significance of early childhood education cannot be overstated, as these years profoundly impact a child’s lifelong growth, development, and overall well-being. Therefore, EFS strives to provide a balanced and comprehensive foundational curriculum that lays the groundwork for students’ academic success in higher grades, as well as their emotional well-being in all relationships.
Areas of Learning
- Physical Development
- Personal, Socio-Emotional and Ethical Development
- Cognitive Development
- Language and Literacy Development
- Aesthetic and Cultural Development
Assessment and Evaluation
CBSE has brought in some reforms in the evaluation pattern and the examination from the academic year 2020–21 and onwards. The examination will be conducted as per the remodelled assessment structure explained below:
Classes 3 to 5
Students of these classes will have three assessments during the academic year. The report will be sent to the parents after each assessment along with the grades for the performance of the learners in the various skill areas, both in the scholastic and co-scholastic activities.
Classes 6 to 8
The assessment and examination structure for classes 6 to 8 has been prepared in view of the provisions of RTE-Act 2009 and comprises of two terms: i.e., Term 1 and 2 as explained below:
Subject | TERM-1 (100 marks) (1st half of the session) 20 Marks Periodic Assessment (PA) + 80 Marks for Half Yearly Exam | TERM-2 (100 marks) (2nd half of the session) 20 Marks Periodic Assessment (PA) + 80 Marks for Year-end Exam | ||
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PA 20 Marks | Mid-Year Exam | PA 20 Marks | Yearly Exam | |
Language – 1 | Periodic Test 10 marks with syllabus covered till | Written exam for 80 marks with syllabus covered till | Periodic Test 10 marks with syllabus covered till | Written exam for 80 marks with syllabus coverage as below: |
Language – 2 | announcement of test dates by school. | announcement of Half Yearly exam by school. | announcement of test dates by school. | Class VI: 10% of 1st term covering significant |
Language – 3 | Note book submission: | Note Book submission: | ||
Mathematics | 5 marks at term-end. | 5 marks at term- end. | topics + entire syllabus of 2nd term. | |
Science | Subject Enrichment:5 marks at term-end | Subject Enrichment:5 marks at term-end. | Class VII: 20% of 1st term covering significant topics + entire syllabus of 2nd term. | |
Social Science | Class VIII: 30% of 1st term covering significant topics + entire syllabus of 2nd term. |
Subject | 80 Marks (Final Assessment) Student has to secure 33% marks out of 80 marks in each subject | 20 Marks (Internal Assessment) Student has to secure 33% marks out of overall 20 marks earmarked in each subject. | ||
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Periodic Assessment (10 Marks) | Portfolio (5 Marks) | Subject Enrichment Activity (5 Marks) | ||
i | ii | iii | ||
Language 1 | School/Board will conduct final assessment for 80 marks in each subject covering 100% syllabus. | Periodic Pen Paper Test – 5 Marks | (Classwork, peer & self-assessment, achievements of student in the subject, reflections, narrations, journals, etc.) | Speaking and Listening Skills |
Language 2 | Objective type including Multiple Choice Questions-20% | (Written test restricted to three in each subject in an Academic Year). | Speaking and Listening Skills | |
Science | Case-based/source-based Integrated questions-20% | (Average of the best two tests will be taken for final marks submission) | Practical Lab Work | |
Mathematics | Short Answer/Long Answer Questions-60% | Math Lab Work | ||
Social Science | Marks and Grades will both be awarded for Individual subjects. A 9-point grading will be followed | Multiple Assessment – 5 Marks (Quizzes, oral test, concept map, exit cards, visual expressions etc.) | Project work | |
Skill Subject** Information Technology/ Artificial Intelligence |
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**If a student fails in any one of the three Compulsory Academic Subjects (i.e. Science, Mathematics and Social Science) and passes in the Skill Subject (offered as 6th Subject), then it will be replaced by the Skill subject and result of Class X Board examination will be computed accordingly.
Co-Scholastic Areas
We promote co-curricular activities for the holistic development of our learners. These activities—Work Experience, Art Education, Health and Physical Education will be graded on a 3-point grading scale (A to C) for classes 6 – 8 and a 5-point grading scale (A to E) for classes 9 and 10.
Discipline (Attendance, Sincerity, Behavior, Values)
Discipline significantly impacts career-shaping and it helps build character. Sincerity, good behavior and values develop strength and foster unity and cooperation. The element of discipline will be graded on a 3-point grading scale (A to C) for classes 6 – 8 and a 5-point grading scale (A to E) for classes 9 and 10.
Classes 11 and 12
Maximum marks per subject | 100 marks |
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Types of Assessment |
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Academic Subjects
| Marks Distribution – (Internal Assessment: Board Examination/Year End Examination) 20:80 30:70 |
Components of Board examination paper |
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Skill Subjects
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For Class 11, the new pattern of assessment having two components will be followed.
- Overall Assessment and Session Ending Assessment of 50% weightage each.
- Overall Assessment includes Periodic Tests and Half Yearly examination.
- Year ending examination includes complete syllabus in theory and practical/project.
- The qualifying marks in each subject will be 33%.
- In a subject involving practical work a student must obtain 33% marks in theory and 33% marks in practical’s separately in addition to 33% marks in aggregate, in order to qualify in that subject.
- For class 12 the Board will conduct the external examinations at the end of Class 12. Pattern of Class 11 for Periodic Test and Half Yearly will be followed in Class 12 also.
- In Class 12, CBSE guidelines will be followed and there will be CBSE conducted Board Examination in February/ March.
Co-Scholastic Area
Co-curricular activities include General Awareness, Work Education and Health & Physical Education which will be graded on a 3-point grading scale (A to C).
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Academic Schedule
9:00 am to 3:00 pm (Monday to Friday)
- Monday to Friday : 10:00 am to 4:30 pm
- Saturdays : 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
- Foundation School will have HOLIDAYS ON ALL SATURDAYS (except when they have some special programmes, for which advance intimation shall be sent).
- Parents desirous of meeting Class Teachers/Subject Teachers would do so ONLY on SECOND SATURDAYS between 10:00 am and 12:30 pm. Teachers WILL NOT be available to meet the parents on the Third and Fourth Saturdays, unless with prior permission.
- THE FIRST SATURDAY of every month will be a Holiday for the Foundation School.
The academic year spreads from the first week of June to the last week of March. The Annual Assessment Reports would be distributed on or before the 10th of April.
Students have holidays of two weeks during Dasara and one week during Christmas–New Year, apart from the two months of Summer Holidays (during April–May).
Every student is given a ‘Handbook’ that would contain all the activities and events during the academic year, including the holidays and special programmes
Prescribed Textbooks
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Faculty Details
- Middle Stage
- Middle years
- Faculty details
Department Contact info
eps@excelpublicschool.com
+91 821 2971004 / 2972121 / 9686574556
eps.hg@excelpublicschool.com
0821-4527173 / 4527145
Follow our social media
Download Documents:
Excel Public School is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, and follows the educational programme as suggested/recommended by it.
Instructional strategy at EPS focuses on building skills in all the intelligences, based on the theory of ‘Multiple Intelligences’. Importance is given to learning through presented with authentic issues to explore, students are encouraged to inquire, take risks, share their ideas and stretch to new levels of performance. The educational programme at EPS is expected create self-directed, self-motivated and passionate learners, who would be sensible, sensitive and socially responsible at all times, and prove themselves to be an asset to the society, the nation and the world at large.
The hallmark of our school is the blend of teaching-learning process with technology. The educational methods and materials are enhanced with the help of technology tools and multimedia objects. This empowers the teachers and students to achieve effective learning in all its aspects. We try to incorporate some of the best teaching learning practices to maximize the learning experience of our students. Blended learning methodology encourages all-round development of students and provides learning opportunities to students of varying learning abilities, styles and pace. Teachers provide personalized instruction for all students at all levels.
Student performance will be monitored based on the inputs captured on an ongoing basis. Assessment at the school is based upon clearly-defined purposes, goals and criteria. Student progress is measured against developmental benchmarks, based on accepted standards in each subject area.
Focused areas of growth and development at the Foundational, Primary, Middle, Secondary & Senior Secondary School Levels include
• Creativity and Innovation
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Global Awareness
• Financial, Economic and Entrepreneurial
• Literacy
• Media Literacy
• Health and Civic Literacy
• Environmental Literacy
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Initiative and Self Direction
• Social and Cross-Cultural Skills
• Productivity and Accountability
• Leadership and Responsibility
Curriculum at the Foundational Stage
The Foundational Stage encompasses a crucial phase in a child’s learning journey. Special attention is paid to making sure that children enjoy every aspect of schooling in their formative years. This stage prioritizes flexible, multi-level, play-based, activity-based, and discovery-based learning, integrating the latest research in early childhood care and education.
Children typically build upon their existing learning experiences from home and/or previous schooling. At Excel Public School, we facilitate their learning through well-planned and stimulating play-based approaches that foster their interests, curiosity, and creativity.
In accordance with the NEP 2020, we have introduced the ‘Foundational Stage’ within our formal school system. This initiative allows us to establish a foundation school that offers a holistic, fun-filled, stress-free, and child-centered learning experience for our early learners (Pre-KG, Kindergarten, Grades 1 and 2). The significance of early childhood education cannot be overstated, as these years profoundly impact a child’s lifelong growth, development, and overall well-being. Therefore, EFS strives to provide a balanced and comprehensive foundational curriculum that lays the groundwork for students’ academic success in higher grades, as well as their emotional well-being in all relationships.
Areas of Learning
- Physical Development
- Personal, Socio-Emotional and Ethical Development
- Cognitive Development
- Language and Literacy Development
- Aesthetic and Cultural Development
- Core and Additional subjects: Kannada, English, Hindi (Third Language), Mathematics, Environmental Science, Computer Science, General Knowledge and Life Skill Education.
- Co- & Extra-Curricular Programmes: Yoga, Art, Craft, Clay Modeling, Physical Education, Dramatics, Music, Dance and Library, Gardening, Creativity Display, Dramatics, Music, Dance, Life Skill Education, Robotics, Computer Graphics, STEAM Projects, Tinkering etc.
- Core and Additional subjects: English, Second Language (Kannada/Hindi), Third Language (Hindi/Kannada), Mathematics, Science & Technology, Social Science, Computer Science and Environmental Education.
- Co- & Extra-Curricular Programmes: Yoga, Art, Craft, Clay Modeling, Physical Education, Library, Gardening, Creativity Display, Dramatics, Music, Dance, Life Skill Education, Robotics, Computer Graphics, STEAM Projects, Tinkering etc.
- Core and Additional subjects: English, Second Language (Kannada/Hindi), Mathematics, Science & Technology, Social Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology and Environmental Education.
- Co- & Extra-Curricular Programmes: Yoga, Art, Physical Education, Music, Dance, Computer Graphics, Robotics, Life Skill Education, STEAM Projects, Model Making and Creativity Display, Tinkering etc.
- Language: (Compulsory for all)
- English
- Academic Subjects: (Any ONE subject from this group is compulsory. It can also be all the FOUR Subjects from this group)
- Mathematics
- Applied Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Computer Science
- Vocational/Skill Subjects:
- Designlish
- Information Technology
- Additional Skills & Programmes:General Awareness, Work Education, Health & Physical Education, Fine Arts, Artificial Intelligence, Inter-disciplinary Projects, Machine Learning, Coding, Internships etc.
Assessment and Evaluation
CBSE has brought in some reforms in the evaluation pattern and the examination from the academic year 2020–21 and onwards. The examination will be conducted as per the remodelled assessment structure explained below:
Classes 3 to 5
Students of these classes will have three assessments during the academic year. The report will be sent to the parents after each assessment along with the grades for the performance of the learners in the various skill areas, both in the scholastic and co-scholastic activities.
Classes 6 to 8
The assessment and examination structure for classes 6 to 8 has been prepared in view of the provisions of RTE-Act 2009 and comprises of two terms: i.e., Term 1 and 2 as explained below:
Subject | TERM-1 (100 marks) (1st half of the session) 20 Marks Periodic Assessment (PA) + 80 Marks for Half Yearly Exam | TERM-2 (100 marks) (2nd half of the session) 20 Marks Periodic Assessment (PA) + 80 Marks for Year-end Exam | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
PA 20 Marks | Mid-Year Exam | PA 20 Marks | Yearly Exam | |
Language – 1 | Periodic Test 10 marks with syllabus covered till | Written exam for 80 marks with syllabus covered till | Periodic Test 10 marks with syllabus covered till | Written exam for 80 marks with syllabus coverage as below: |
Language – 2 | announcement of test dates by school. | announcement of Half Yearly exam by school. | announcement of test dates by school. | Class VI: 10% of 1st term covering significant |
Language – 3 | Note book submission: | Note Book submission: | ||
Mathematics | 5 marks at term-end. | 5 marks at term- end. | topics + entire syllabus of 2nd term. | |
Science | Subject Enrichment:5 marks at term-end | Subject Enrichment:5 marks at term-end. | Class VII: 20% of 1st term covering significant topics + entire syllabus of 2nd term. | |
Social Science | Class VIII: 30% of 1st term covering significant topics + entire syllabus of 2nd term. |
Subject | 80 Marks (Final Assessment) Student has to secure 33% marks out of 80 marks in each subject | 20 Marks (Internal Assessment) Student has to secure 33% marks out of overall 20 marks earmarked in each subject. | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Periodic Assessment (10 Marks) | Portfolio (5 Marks) | Subject Enrichment Activity (5 Marks) | ||
i | ii | iii | ||
Language 1 | School/Board will conduct final assessment for 80 marks in each subject covering 100% syllabus. | Periodic Pen Paper Test – 5 Marks | (Classwork, peer & self-assessment, achievements of student in the subject, reflections, narrations, journals, etc.) | Speaking and Listening Skills |
Language 2 | Objective type including Multiple Choice Questions-20% | (Written test restricted to three in each subject in an Academic Year). | Speaking and Listening Skills | |
Science | Case-based/source-based Integrated questions-20% | (Average of the best two tests will be taken for final marks submission) | Practical Lab Work | |
Mathematics | Short Answer/Long Answer Questions-60% | Math Lab Work | ||
Social Science | Marks and Grades will both be awarded for Individual subjects. A 9-point grading will be followed | Multiple Assessment – 5 Marks (Quizzes, oral test, concept map, exit cards, visual expressions etc.) | Project work | |
Skill Subject** Information Technology/ Artificial Intelligence |
|
Maximum marks per subject | 100 marks |
---|---|
Types of Assessment |
|
Academic Subjects
|
Marks Distribution – (Internal Assessment: Board Examination/Year End Examination) 20:80 30:70 |
Components of Board examination paper |
|
Skill Subjects
|
|
- Overall Assessment and Session Ending Assessment of 50% weightage each.
- Overall Assessment includes Periodic Tests and Half Yearly examination.
- Year ending examination includes complete syllabus in theory and practical/project.
- The qualifying marks in each subject will be 33%.
- In a subject involving practical work a student must obtain 33% marks in theory and 33% marks in practical’s separately in addition to 33% marks in aggregate, in order to qualify in that subject.
- For class 12 the Board will conduct the external examinations at the end of Class 12. Pattern of Class 11 for Periodic Test and Half Yearly will be followed in Class 12 also.
- In Class 12, CBSE guidelines will be followed and there will be CBSE conducted Board Examination in February/ March.
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Academic Schedule
9:00 am to 3:00 pm (Monday to Friday)
- Monday to Friday : 10:00 am to 4:30 pm
- Saturdays : 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
- Foundation School will have HOLIDAYS ON ALL SATURDAYS (except when they have some special programmes, for which advance intimation shall be sent).
- Parents desirous of meeting Class Teachers/Subject Teachers would do so ONLY on SECOND SATURDAYS between 10:00 am and 12:30 pm. Teachers WILL NOT be available to meet the parents on the Third and Fourth Saturdays, unless with prior permission.
- THE FIRST SATURDAY of every month will be a Holiday for the Foundation School.
The academic year spreads from the first week of June to the last week of March. The Annual Assessment Reports would be distributed on or before the 10th of April.
Students have holidays of two weeks during Dasara and one week during Christmas–New Year, apart from the two months of Summer Holidays (during April–May).
Every student is given a ‘Handbook’ that would contain all the activities and events during the academic year, including the holidays and special programmes
Prescribed Textbooks
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