Literacy that increases their appetite for learning

Literacy that increases their appetite for learning

Stellarworld School, Bandra opens a world of opportunities for learners by providing them with a well-rounded, learner-centred, and transformational education that prepares them for life.

Early Years

Stellarworld School, Bandra acknowledges the unique needs of early learners (3-6 years). It focuses on developing and nurturing early learners who are natural inquirers and learn through playful interactions with people and their environment. The safe and dynamic environment of classrooms promotes play, discovery and exploration.

Building Blocks

Kindergarten is an essential milestone in a child’s life, filled with academic and social growth. Through play, learners and teachers explore science and social studies-based themes, seamlessly building language readiness and pre-math concepts for young learners. The Stellar Life Literacy framework equips learners with daily skills that are the building blocks for their success in school and life.

Learning Milestones

At Stellarworld School, Bandra, every child participates in a holistic learning experience that integrates socio-emotional, physical and cognitive development. During the early years, learners begin to:

  • Express themselves
  • Inquire, identify and solve problems
  • Explore the world around them
  • Socially connect with peers and teachers

Early Years

Stellarworld School, Bandra acknowledges the unique needs of early learners (3-6 years). It focuses on developing and nurturing early learners who are natural inquirers and learn through playful interactions with people and their environment. The safe and dynamic environment of classrooms promotes play, discovery and exploration.

Building Blocks

Kindergarten is an essential milestone in a child’s life, filled with academic and social growth. Through play, learners and teachers explore science and social studies-based themes, seamlessly building language readiness and pre-math concepts for young learners. The Stellar Life Literacy framework equips learners with daily skills that are the building blocks for their success in school and life.

Learning Milestones

At Stellarworld School, Bandra, every child participates in a holistic learning experience that integrates socio-emotional, physical and cognitive development. During the early years, learners begin to:

  • Express themselves
  • Inquire, identify and solve problems
  • Explore the world around them
  • Socially connect with peers and teachers

Primary Years

The Primary Years at Stellarworld School, Bandra (6-12 years) is an internationally recognised, inquiry-based curriculum, which helps students to transition smoothly into the Middle Years. At Stellarworld School, Bandra, students are at the centre of a highly interactive, innovative, engaging, and relevant curriculum focused on developing them into life literate and lifelong learners.

Developing Perspectives

Students will learn to question ideas, collaborate with peers and experience the world through their unique perspectives. The transdisciplinary approach and the Stellar Life Literacy framework ensures that students are equipped with resources to gain subject-specific knowledge, conceptual understandings, attributes and dispositions, which they can use to shape into endless possibilities and solutions.

Learning Milestones

In Primary Years, learners demonstrate the following traits.

  • Solve problems, collaborate and take ownership of their learning
  • Demonstrate agility and imagination to respond to new and unexpected challenges
  • Gather information from different sources to create a worldview
  • Use their knowledge and skills to help communities and beyond
Middle Years

Middle Years

The Middle Years at Stellarworld School, Bandra (11-16 years), is a challenging framework that encourages learners to make meaningful connections between their studies and real-world applications. The programme is designed to be flexible and concept-driven, preparing learners for the world beyond school.

Curriculum Framework

Middle Years curriculum at Stellar is thoughtfully designed to engage learners through a balanced and interdisciplinary academic experience. It focuses on real-world applications, fostering intellectual and emotional growth across diverse subject areas.

Curriculum Framework

Learning Milestones

In Primary Years, learners demonstrate the following traits.

  • Solve problems, collaborate and take ownership of their learning
  • Demonstrate agility and imagination to respond to new and unexpected challenges
  • Gather information from different sources to create a worldview
  • Use their knowledge and skills to help communities and beyond

Subjects

For Grades 6, 7, and 8

Language & Literature : English
Language Acquisition : Hindi, Spanish
Individuals & Societies : Integrated Humanities
Sciences : Integrated Science
Mathematics : Standard Mathematics
Arts : Visual Arts / Music / Dance
Physical & Health Education : Physical & Health Education (PHE)
Design : Digital Design, Product Design

For Grades 9 and 10

Language & Literature : English Language & Literature
Language Acquisition : Hindi, Spanish
Individuals & Societies : Integrated Humanities, History, Geography
Sciences : Integrated Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Mathematics : Standard Mathematics, Extended Mathematics
Arts : Visual Arts / Music / Dance
Physical & Health Education : Sports & Fitness, Health Education
Design : Digital Design, Product Design

Learners in Grade 10 also complete the Personal Project, a major independent research project based on their personal interests.

FAQs

What is the Middle Years Curriculum at Stellar?

It is an inquiry-based, concept-driven curriculum for learners aged 11–16. It fosters critical thinking, interdisciplinary learning, and real-world application of knowledge through a global perspective.

What does the Middle Years Curriculum at Stellar offer?

The Middle Years Curriculum strongly emphasises inquiry, conceptual understanding, and skill development. It provides engaging learning experiences across eight subject groups, focusing on creativity, collaboration, and independent thinking.

How are the Middle Years different from other curricula?

Unlike traditional content-heavy curricula, the Middle Years curriculum emphasises inquiry-based learning, interdisciplinary connections, and skills like research, communication, and critical thinking. It encourages learners to apply knowledge in real-world contexts rather than rote memorisation.

Will Middle Years prepare my child for IBDP?

Yes, it will build the essential skills for the IB Diploma Programme (DP) by fostering inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and research abilities. It focuses on interdisciplinary learning and concept-based understanding, ensuring a smooth transition to DP.

How are learners assessed in the Middle Years?

Assessments are criterion-based, evaluating learners on understanding, application, analysis, and reflection rather than rote memorisation. Facilitators use formative and summative assessments, including projects, presentations, research work, and open-ended tasks.

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