Overview
At Shantiniketan Trust School, we proudly implement the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, aligned with CBSE guidelines, to provide a value-based, future-ready education.Our approach focuses on strong academic foundations, character building, life skills, and holistic development, ensuring that every child is prepared not only for board examinations but for life beyond school.
Our NEP Vision
Our vision is to nurture ethical, confident, and socially responsible learners through experiential learning, competency-based education, and strong Indian values, while maintaining academic excellence.
How NEP is Implemented
Curriculum & Learning
- Experiential & activity-based learning
- Art-integrated & multidisciplinary approach
- Concept clarity & real-life application
- CBSE-aligned curriculum up to Grade 10
Assessment Approach
- Regular formative assessments
- Projects & presentations
- Clear rubrics & feedback
- Holistic Progress Card
GRADE-WISE LEARNING APPROACH
Foundational Stage
(Pre-Primary – Grade 2)
Play-based, joyful learning with a strong focus on language development, values, confidence building, and emotional wellbeing—without exam pressure.
Preparatory Stage
(Grades 3–5)
Experiential learning in core subjects, art-integrated projects, and a strong emphasis on reading, writing, and numeracy skills.
Middle School
(Grades 6–8)
Introduction to coding, financial literacy, environmental awareness, vocational exposure, and community-based learning to build responsibility and real-world awareness.
Secondary Stage
(Grades 9–10)
Competency-based teaching aligned with CBSE board requirements, application-oriented learning, multidisciplinary projects, and career awareness.
NEP 2020 – Learning Enablers
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION & LIFE SKILLS
In line with NEP 2020, students from Grade 6 onwards are exposed to age-appropriate vocational and skill-based learning such as: - Coding and digital literacy - Financial awareness - Environmental sustainability - Media awareness and cyber safety.
MULTILINGUALISM & CULTURAL CONNECT
We follow the CBSE language policy while promoting multilingualism and respect for Indian culture through: - Three-language exposure - Reading corners in multiple languages - Assemblies and activities celebrating Indian traditions and values.
TEACHER EMPOWERMENT
Our teachers undergo continuous professional development annually, focusing on experiential pedagogy, assessment reforms, inclusive education, and student wellbeing.
INCLUSION, SAFETY & WELLBEING
Shantiniketan Trust School provides a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment through: - Individual learning support where required - Counsellor-led wellbeing initiatives - Structured systems for safety, discipline, and emotional support.
TECHNOLOGY-ENABLED LEARNING
Technology at STS enhances learning through smart classrooms and integrated digital platforms that promote engaging, personalized, and responsible learning, supported by Rachna Sagar’s resources, the Swa-Adhyayan adaptive platform, and the AI-enabled, NEP 2020–aligned Class Saathi system for real-time assessment and close monitoring of student progress.
PARENT PARTNERSHIP
We believe in strong parent-school collaboration through transparent communication, regular interactions, and orientation sessions to support every child’s learning journey.