ACADEMICS

Vande Mataram Vidyapeeth proudly collaborates with Chrysalis ThinkRoom, a research-informed pedagogy that delivers a future-ready learning experience, enhanced by AI-enabled learning practices to achieve impactful learning outcomes. This forward-thinking learning and assessment program utilizes the innovative Meta-Thinking Method, empowering children to become meta-thinkers.

(Foundational Years Programme)

PRE PRIMARY: NURSERY, (Pre Primary 1), ( Pre Primary 2), Class I
AGE GROUP - 3 TO 6 YEARS
PEDAGOGY - Play Based

(Story based, language acquisition programme, Little Thinkers, workbooks)

designed as recommended by NEP and NCF.

Young learners are naturally inquisitive and discover the world through active exploration. The Foundational Years Programme nurtures this curiosity by promoting their cognitive, physical, and socio-emotional development. With a "whole-child" approach, the Chrysalis Foundational Years Programme creates a supportive environment for children from Nursery to Class 1, helping them reach important developmental milestones. The program utilizes research-informed learning methods and globally informed practices to equip children with the skills they need for a seamless transition to the Primary Years, developing confident and lifelong learners. It emphasizes the importance of foundational literacy and numeracy.

CURRICULUM STRANDS

* Language arts (From Nursery to Grade 1)

Each Story Reader has a series of learning experiences that take children through an exciting journey of discovering words, exploring themes and developing language arts skills.
Storytelling is a pedagogy supported by both the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework (NCF).

• PHONICS: Phonics is complementary to the reading programme, combined with whole word sight reading. It allows the learning of individual letters, their sounds as well as the basic letter combinations (phonemes) in the English language.
• MATHS: Shifting the focus from mere learning of numbers and operations, the Math curriculum aims at the child understanding the basic principles and applying them in real life.
• EVS: A comprehensive, well-planned and theme-based approach to teaching EVS supports the child be aware of, understand and appreciate the world around them. EVS is integrated within Story Readers as themes and moves on to Studios, a more focused learning material.

Evaluation and Assessment: The Chrysalis curriculum involves a ongoing process of observing, recording, and understanding children's development to identify strengths and areas for improvement. It uses a comprehensive, formative assessment system aligned with the Holistic Progress Card (HPC) and learning outcomes. Skills are regularly assessed and recorded, with parents kept informed of their child's progress through consistent communication to support skill enhancement.

Sample HPC ( Holistic Progress Card)

Pedagogical Approach

A learner-centric pedagogical model in the foundational years program (FYP) emphasizes experiential and inquiry-driven learning. This educational philosophy prioritizes fostering critical thinking, creativity, and emotional intelligence instead of rote memorization. The approach integrates the following key elements:

• Inquiry-Based Learning: Encourages students to ask questions, explore, and actively participate in their learning process.
• Experiential Learning: Provides hands-on activities and real-life experiences to enhance understanding and retention of concepts.
• Emotional and Social Learning: Prioritizes emotional intelligence and self-awareness to help children understand and manage their emotions while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Holistic Development: Focuses on the overall development of children, including cognitive, emotional, physical, and social aspects, ensuring that they grow in a well-rounded manner.
• Active Teacher Facilitation: Teachers guide and mentor learners, guiding children through their learning journey while providing support and creating an engaging learning environment.

Lesson plans (Facilitation Hand Book)

The Chrysalis ThinkRoom integrates systematically documented lesson plans that integrate learning experiences using a four-phase approach called E2R2 (Engage, Explore, Reinforce, Review). This structured framework provides a consistent flow to the teaching-learning process, helping to achieve the objectives of learning experiences, ensuring that learners meet the intended outcomes, and offering facilitators opportunities to gather evidence of learning. It also incorporates Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) competency domains and features multimedia engagement strategies such as songs, experiments, games, and the use of manipulatives.

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PRIMARY SECTION: Classes 2–5
AGE RANGE: 7–10 Years
LEARNING APPROACH – Thinkroom Studio Methodology

The Chrysalis Primary Years Programme supports holistic growth across cognitive, emotional, social, and reflective learning dimensions. It encourages children to become confident, self-driven, and capable learners who actively participate in their educational journey. Learning is viewed as an evolving process where every child develops differently. Along with academic excellence, equal importance is given to values, life skills, and digital literacy to help students become responsible global citizens who contribute positively to society.

• Learning begins with concept discovery rather than direct instruction.
• Students connect classroom understanding with everyday life experiences.
• Teaching practices are designed to support varied learning preferences.
• Values and character-building are woven into all learning experiences.
• Opportunities for open expression strengthen creativity and independent thought.
• Frequent low-pressure assessments help monitor conceptual understanding.
• Students develop mathematical thinking by creating and solving problems.
• The programme promotes four thinking dimensions: Look Deep, Look Around, Look Within, and Look Beyond.

CURRICULUM FEATURES

• ENGLISH: Focuses on listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through diverse genres, grammar integration, higher-order thinking tasks, and project-based learning.
• SOCIAL STUDIES: Encourages social awareness and analytical thinking through engaging activities, companion worksheets, and project experiences.
• MATHEMATICS: Builds strong conceptual foundations through practical exploration, meaningful practice, and activity-based learning supported by enrichment worksheets and projects.
• SCIENCE: Develops inquiry and scientific habits such as observation, investigation, questioning, and experimentation through interactive learning and project work.
• CODING & TECHNOLOGY: Introduces coding concepts and emerging technologies while strengthening computational and problem-solving skills through application-focused learning.

Evaluation and Assessment

Within the ThinkRoom environment, students are encouraged to express ideas freely without fear of comparison. Educators assess learning through indicators, success criteria, and evidence-based observations. Technology-enabled assessments support timely interventions and personalized growth while recognizing each learner’s strengths and aligning with holistic progress expectations.

Pedagogical Approach

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EDAC Curriculum (Classes VI–VIII)

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Learning Beyond the Classroom

By integrating technology, experiential learning, and collaborative projects, the EDAC Curriculum creates an engaging environment where every learner develops the skills, values, and mindset to thrive in the future.