Foundation Stage
Shree Niketan Juniors (KG)
At Shree Niketan, our junior program is guided by the National Education Policy (NEP) to build a strong and future-ready foundation. The curriculum supports holistic growth across intellectual, social, emotional, and physical domains. With play-based and blended learning models, children explore, discover, and develop essential life skills. Vibrant classrooms and caring teachers ensure every learning experience is both joyful and meaningful.
Shree Niketan Juniors (KG)
We recognize that the early years are crucial for brain development and emotional growth. At Shree Niketan Juniors, learning is rooted in play, exploration, and meaningful experiences, thoughtfully weaving together principles from globally respected approaches such as Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf. Classrooms are vibrant, engaging, and secure spaces that encourage free expression while balancing structured and open-ended learning. Children discover concepts through songs, games, storytelling, nature walks, hands-on projects, and role play, fostering curiosity and joy instead of rote memorization.
Teachers serve as facilitators, observing, guiding, and nurturing progress at an individual pace. With a low student–teacher ratio, every child receives personal attention, ensuring they feel acknowledged and valued. This philosophy shapes the Shree Niketan Juniors Curriculum, a distinctive program that harmonizes global best practices with our own child-centered vision.
Core Learning Areas
For our Juniors at Shree Niketan, we believe that every child’s growth is a unique and joyful journey. Foundational learning forms the starting point of their classroom experience, ensuring children build strong skills in a stress-free and engaging way. Our curriculum thoughtfully integrates key elements from globally recognized educational philosophies to create a holistic learning experience:
Numeracy
Hands-on activities, visual aids, and Montessori-inspired tools make learning numbers, patterns, and shapes fun, engaging, and easy to understand.
Language Development
Through phonics, storytelling, and interactive play in English and Tamil, children build strong vocabulary, communication skills, and confidence in expressing their ideas creatively.
Art & Free play
Drawing and creative projects nurture imagination and emotional growth, giving children the freedom to express themselves in unique and personal ways.
Music & Movement
Singing, dancing, and drama build confidence, rhythm, and joy, while encouraging self-expression through engaging, playful experiences.
Theme based Learning
Children explore nature, seasons, animals, and community through observation, creative projects, and guided discovery, fostering curiosity and care for their surroundings.
Personal & Social Development
Practical life activities and group projects teach empathy, sharing, respect, and responsibility, building a strong social and emotional foundation.
Innovation in Early Learning
Shree Niketan embraces modern techniques while grounding them in time-tested educational philosophies. By integrating blended learning models, we combine traditional classroom experiences with digital tools, creating a future-ready and child-centric environment.
Play-Based Exploration
Activities are designed to nurture creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving in a joyful, stress-free manner.
Blended Learning Approaches
Combining interactive activities, technology, and guided teaching ensures holistic, personalised, and engaging learning.
Thematic Models
Inquiry-based themes, inspired by Reggio Emilia, encourage children to explore topics deeply through projects and open-ended play.
Montessori-Based Manipulatives
Sensorial and practical life tools foster independence, fine motor skills, and cognitive development.
Audio-Visual Content and Smart Boards
These enhance engagement and support varied learning styles.
Rhythmic Routines
Drawing from Waldorf’s emphasis on rhythm, these routines aid cognitive function and emotional stability.
Visual Schedules
These promote structure and independence, aligning with Montessori’s focus on self-directed learning.
360-Degree Development
Focus on intellectual, emotional, social, and physical growth, helping each child develop well-rounded skills.
Our Assessment Philosophy
To truly honour each child’s journey, we have adopted a continuous and holistic assessment model that moves beyond traditional tests. This approach, recommended by the National Education Policy (NEP), celebrates your child’s progress in a supportive, stress-free environment. Our goal is to comprehensively understand and nurture development through 360° progress tracking, utilizing child-friendly observations and activities that seamlessly blend into the daily routine. This allows us to identify individual strengths and provide personalised support.
The Holistic Progress Card (HPC) reflects growth across five key domains:
Cognitive Skills
(Thinking & Problem-Solving)
Physical Development
(Gross & Fine Motor Skills)
Socio-Emotional Growth
(Interaction & Self-awareness)
Cultural & Aesthetic Skills
(Creativity & Art Appreciation)
Language & Literacy Skills
(Communication & Reading)
Parental Insights &
Engagement
At Shree Niketan, parents are valued partners in every child’s learning journey. We maintain open communication through regular updates and interactions. Workshops on child psychology, nutrition, and positive parenting are offered. These foster stronger school-home connections, promoting holistic child development. Parents often notice remarkable changes within months of joining us. Shy toddlers blossom into confident, expressive, and curious learners. Collaboration builds trust and ensures consistent guidance at home and school. Together, we create a joyful and supportive environment for growth.
Parent of a Grade 2 student
My son has been here since Pre-KG, and the journey has been wonderful. He enjoys the activities, learns without exam pressure, yet we know he is properly assessed. The school makes him feel happy and secure, and we are grateful for the care he receives.
Why this Stage Matters
This stage is not a "preparation" for real school—it is a real school. It shapes the attitude children will carry throughout their lives. At Shree Niketan, we give these precious years the care, creativity, and commitment they deserve, blending the best of Montessori’s sensorial and practical skills, Reggio Emilia’s open-ended exploration, phonics for literacy development, and Waldorf’s music and movement to create joyful, confident learners.
By the time children graduate from the Junior Stage, they are
Confident Communicators
Joyful Learners
Emotionally Balanced
Socially Aware
Ready to explore the next level
