The Preparatory Stage under NEP 2020 is the second phase of school education, covering Classes 3 to 5 for children aged 8 to 11. It acts as a bridge from foundational play-based learning to more structured, interactive classroom activities, focusing on interactive, activity-based learning to build reading, writing, and numeracy skills.
KEY FEATURES OF OUR PREPARATORY STAGE
Pedagogical Transition:-
This stage serves as a bridge between the Foundational Stage and the Middle Stage. It transforms the learning approach from purely foundational to more structured, yet continues to use games and, play, and interactive methods to keep students engaged. A shift from purely play-based to interactive, play, discovery, and activity-based learning, incorporating light textbooks and fostering curiosity.
Strengthening the Basic Literacy and Numeracy:-
The main aim at this stage is to make sure that all students develop solid skills in reading, writing, and basic math. These fundamental abilities are important because they serve as the base for all future learning.
Focus on Experiential Learning:-
On this stage we encourage the students to learn actively through hands-on experiences. Instead of just listening to lectures, students are involved in activities that allow them to explore and discover on their own. Experiential learning includes stuff like: Play-based Learning, Inquiry-based Learning, Project-based Learning
Our Focus is on Overall Development of the child:-
The Preparatory Stage isn’t just about academics—it’s about developing the whole child. Along with academic learning, we also focuses on emotional, social, and physical growth.
Connecting the Learning across Subjects:- Our goal is to show students how different subjects are related. Instead of learning each subject separately, students are encouraged to see the connections between them.
Core Curriculum: Focuses on languages, mathematics, "The World around Us" (social/environmental studies), arts, and physical education (yoga, health).
Learning Goals: Development of foundational literacy and numeracy, reading comprehension, vocabulary building, and basic logical thinking.
Skill Development: Emphasis on socio-emotional skills, character development (values, empathy), and early vocational skills like robotics, coding, origami with maths.
Mental health and wellbeing sessions: Emotional Resilience, Psychological Functioning and Social Connection our aim is to develop the ability to cope with stress, loss, and change. Realizing abilities, learning, working productively, and making sound choices. Building and maintaining strong relationships and a sense of belonging.