Our Academic Approach
“Innovative, Contemporary and Meaningful”
We provide a unique, Montessori-based pre-primary education that gives students a head start. Each schooling stage designed with care allowing children to move seamlessly from Nursery to Standard 10/12, in one familiar system and environment.
We have a student-friendly, learning centred, interactive approach with a balanced breadth of academic coverage that is neither overburdening nor superficial. We continuously review and innovate the syllabus to ensure it stays contemporary and meaningful, and upskill teachers through workshops and training programmes.
Teachers become one of the most important people in the young students. Our teachers live up to a trusting child’s expectations—caring, friendly and fair yet firm and discipline-conscious when needed. A carefully selected range of toys, learning aids, craft materials and books complete the picture
In the era of online education, online tutors and technology-oriented learning is facilitated. The Brigade Schools take pride in retaining the structured, interactive and facilitator oriented teaching- learning process, whilst adhering to a child-centric and child friendly curriculum prepared by the well informed members of the Knowledge and Information (KNIB).
Academic Divisions
Montessori Methods of Learning
Montessori education aims at the development of the whole child, ultimately preparing him/her for life's many rich experiences. It enables children to develop the fundamental capacities that they need to become happy adults. With the confidence our pre-primary children gain in this nurturing environment, their transition to primary school becomes a smooth and happy progression. Ideally, learning at the pre-primary stage should be an experiential, enjoyable experience, one that leaves a child with a lifelong love of learning. As the vision of the school testifies the empowerment of the child as an independent learner, the child plays the pivotal role as a recipient of knowledge and skills by competent facilitators.
Jump Start (Pre-primary)
The Jump Start advantage for pre-primary children is unique to The Brigade Schools. The Jump Start curriculum is a perfect blend of the traditional and the Montessori methods of teaching. In this curriculum, the practical approach of Montessori is used for teaching the concepts of Mathematics and EVS. The Jolly Phonics programme is designed to teach the children to read. The child's first experience at formal education starts with the nursery level. It is an anxious time for both children and parents. The Brigade School with caring and friendly teachers ensures that the children are excited and happy to come to school each morning.
Primary
Our Primary School introduces children to the excitement and challenges of independent learning. We try to involve and stimulate all the 'Nine Intelligences'. At the primary level, children are still 'Learning to Read' and from Standard 4 onwards, they start 'Reading to Learn'.
In understanding ideas, asking questions and working out answers, children improve skills like reading, writing, researching, reasoning and communication. In the process, they develop strong academic skills and lasting self-confidence. Apart from English, Mathematics, and Environmental Science (EVS), they start studying a second language. Fine Arts and Physical Education, including Swimming, become a part of their curriculum.
As children move into standard 6 and above, our curriculum and programmes begin preparing them for the challenges of high school. We give them opportunities and support them to meet these needs, against the backdrop of the structure required to be successful in their efforts. In keeping with our philosophy of developing a 'complete child', the emphasis is on imbibing attributes like respect, tolerance, integrity and personal accountability.
The focus is on both academic content and the development of essential skills like critical thinking, intellectual curiosity and the ability to speak and write effectively. Children are divided into separate houses and all group activities within the class, are done according to house-based grouping. This teaches them to co-operate and work as a group. They soon realise that the chain is only as strong as its weakest link.
Children are also encouraged to take part in all co-curricular activities, and to be actively involved in intramural and inter-school events. The emphasis is on taking part, irrespective of winning or losing. Everybody takes part in everything. Counselling is done on a regular basis, depending on individual needs. Yoga is introduced to enhance physical and mental agility.
Secondary
As students move into the final years of their schooling, we ensure that they are guided, engaged and motivated in a more adult-oriented manner. Teaching techniques become more comprehensive. Assignments demand more involvement and independent thinking.
Students are encouraged to lead and also be role models. They learn to handle stress and teenage-related problems. They also realise that they have to make choices.
Their growing maturity acknowledged through increased responsibilities, showcases a demanding, yet supportive environment. Critical thinking and analytical skills are continuously honed, in preparation for the undergraduate environment they will soon be entering. Even though they have a full schedule, each student participates in at least two co-curricular activities: one physical activity and one from the Art/Performing Arts/Club category.
Emphasis is on learning to be masters of their destiny, with the breadth of thinking, perspective and self-confidence this requires.
At The Brigade Schools one witnesses a collaborative and congenial ambience of learning where learners become convinced, confident, courageous and competent to face the outside world.