CBSE Curriculum

Orchids The International School implements the CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) curriculum in various branches across India.

• CBSE is a leading national-level educational board in India and emphasizes Academic Excellence, Conceptual Learning, Life Skills, and skill-based education.

• We implement the CBSE curriculum and framework with our unique SHARPER philosophy, which delivers a holistic approach to learning.

• The curriculum complies with NEP 2020 guidelines, which makes it modern and capable of preparing students for the future.

• Our vision is to develop students to not only succeed academically, but succeed in real life and real-world challenges with confidence and values.

Why CBSE at Orchids is Unique

At Orchids, we implement and innovate the CBSE curriculum with a transformative dimension that enhances learning and protects a holistic development context:

• Concept-based Teaching: No memorization, only concrete understanding.

• Tech Oriented Learning: Involves smartboards, AI tools, digital platforms, and other forms of technology.

• Holistic Development Process: Co-curriculars, leadership programs, and life skills.

• Practical Experience: STEM labs, robotics, coding, and project-based learning.

• NEP 2020 Guidelines Compliance: Focus on skill building, interdisciplinary learning.

• Individual Focused Development: Can provide students with bridge programs for different learning speeds, etc.

Grade-Wise Curriculum Breakdown

Primary (Grades 1–5):

• Literacy and numeracy foundations.

• Multilingualism and play-based learning experiences. 

• Arts, music, and value education introduction.

Middle School (Grades 6–8):

• Emphasis on science, maths and languages.

• Coding, computer science, and communications skills woven through curriculum. 

• Experiential learning is linked to values education.

Secondary (Grades 9–10):

• Board exam formats and subject learning streamlined across the curriculum.

• Skills taught in a practical manner through laboratories.

• Career orientation sessions and domain-based skill programs.

Senior Secondary (Grades 11–12):

• Specialized stream focus (science, commerce, humanities).

• Deeper understanding of subject with application. 

• Career mentoring and entrance test preparation workshops.
  
  

NEP 2020 Alignment

Orchids is checking off each box of reforms that are under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and utilizing the curriculum of CBSE to redefine learning through:

• Foundational and competency based education (19 progressions, 1Certificate, 1 Lifelong).

• Unburdening of content and focusing on forged outcomes.

• Multilingual education to enhance language learning in the beginning years. 

• Learning through critical reflection and inquiry driven instruction.

• Flexible assessments and continuous feedback

Assessment & Evaluation

We adhere to the Continuous, Comprehensive and Evaluation (CCE) format by CBSE which includes:

• Weekly assessments, projects and quizzes.

• Formative (ongoing) and Summative (end of term) assessments.

• Assessing clear understanding of concepts, creativity, and competencies.

• Regular communication with parents in particularly assessing student progress/issues.