Curriculum is the core of the education process in a school. It encompasses every thing that is essential in preparing a student for life. Curriculum design is an ongoing “progress in motion” in the school. The school constantly seeks ways to enrich the curriculum through sports, cultural activities, social activities, arts & crafts and hobbies. Critical thinking skills and life skills development are closely integrated into the Curriculum. Awareness of national, international environment, social Issues and values are created through the Curriculum. The focus of the Curriculum, at all levels in school is to impart holistic knowledge. Every aspect of the school curriculum inculcates in students the qualities of sincerity, endurance, integrity and honesty.
They are inspired to be more aware, alert and responsible. Their spirit of enquiry is stimulated and creative skills are developed at New Era.The school is recognized by the Department of Education, Delhi and affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education.
The school offers the following courses of study in class XI & XII:
- Science: Medical and Non Medical (Computers / Economics)
- Commerce
- Humanities
In addition to preparation for Board Examinations the curriculum is such that it endeavors to meet the wider needs and aspirations of all students. The educational program is kept relevant to the needs of society around us. Skills and values that will help them in their adult life are given special emphasis. The curriculum is updated regularly, is innovative and broad based and care is taken that all disciplines are inter linked.
The curriculum comprises of the following:
- Language and Effective Communication Skills
- Mathematical Studies and Analytical Skills
- Awareness of Historical Facts, Geographical Knowledge and Environmental Factors
- Development of Scientific Temperament
- Physical Education
Co-Curricular Activities
The school recognizes the importance of holistic education with equal emphasis on Academics, Physical Activities, and Creative and Artistic Endeavours. Keeping this in mind the students are encouraged to participate in a wide range of pursuits. Students of classes VI-X have S.U.P.W. as part of their curriculum wherein they are imparted lessons in Dance, Yoga, Vocal and Instrumental Music. The school is reputed for excellence in Debates, Quizzing, Drama, Music, Dance, and Art & Craft. Through Spic Macay, the students are regularly exposed to Indian Classical Dance and Music performances which is to make them more aware of their heritage.
They are also involved in a wide range of the art of Origami, Theatre in the classroom, Papier Mache, Kite making, Public Speaking, Communication Skills, Confidence Building, Leadership Initiative, Environment Conservation and so on Creative and Aesthetic and Personality Development Activities, Music, Fine Arts, Dance, Drama, Public Speaking, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Gender Studies, Goal Setting, Time Management, Leadership Development, Technological Applications and Activities, Career Orientation and Guidance.
There is special focus on certain dimensions of teaching and learning, as follows:
- A Basic Competence Level is achieved by all the students in all the classes.
- Remedial Teaching is planned for low achievers to ensure that no child is left behind.
- Special Training is given to “High Achievers”. Their performance is evaluated qualitatively and quantitatively to achieve excellence.
Physical Education
The school strongly believes that a healthy body is the key to a healthy mind. To preserve this belief, sports is given utmost importance at New Era Public School. The school possesses excellent infrastructure and equipment to promote different sports. It has 4 fully equipped Indoor wooden Badminton Courts, a separate hall equipped with 8 tables for Table-Tennis and Volley Ball and Basket-Ball Courts. Tae-kwon-do is taught to all students from class I-VII.
Students of New Era have been national champions in Table-Tennis & Badminton, consistent winners of C.B.S.E. cluster, Zonal and National Championships in these sports.The Annual Sports Meet gives an opportunity to the maximum possible students to exhibit their sporting abilities and physical fitness and encourages team spirit, leadership and display of sportsman spirit.
