ACADEMICS

St. Paul's College, Moradabad prepares students for the ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary Education) examinations. The School is a member of the ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary Education) programme.

Classes I to VII have an Independent and Integrated Programme with an Inter-Disciplinary approach. In Secondary School (Classes VIII to X), students pursue the ICSE Curriculum. Class VIII serves as a foundational and preparatory programme for the ICSE curriculum in Class IX and X.

In Class XI and XII, the ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary Education) certificate is offered.

As We Talk About Academics We Have Pre-School, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School & Senior Secondary School.

OUR PRE-SCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN PROGRAMME

Pre-School is also known as Nursery School or Play School which offers a learning space for early childhood education. As to our concern we have classes Nursery , LKG [ Lower Kindergarten ] & UKG [ Upper Kindergarten ].

St. Paul's College, Moradabad, offers a curriculum which is uniquely designed to be Developmentally, Culturally, Linguistically and Socially Relevant to early learners. It inculcates in children the qualities of Curiosity, Exploration and Discovery in a Fun-Filled, Safe and Happy Learning environment. Our curriculum of St. Paul's considers the need for all children to be exposed to all domains of development – Physical and Motor, Language, Cognitive, Social and Emotional– So No Single Domain Takes Precedence Over Any Other at St. Paul's.

Our Pre-School supports a child’s overall development including Health and Physical Development, Emotional and Spiritual Wellbeing, Social Competence, Intellectual Development and Communication Skills.

We at St. Paul's are mindful of children being allowed to develop at their own pace, with an Advanced Pedagogy and Curricula that enable children to direct their own learning.

Our Children are active partners with their Socio-Cultural Environment, Interacting with teachers and peers.

Our St. Paul's curriculum is a well-balanced curriculum that contributes to Early Care and Education, helping the young minds of St. Paul's to integrate their learning across subject areas. Rather than adopting a Didactic, School-Based Approach, subjects are not taught in isolation, but the learning is integrated across domains.

Games, Songs, Creative Projects, Story-Telling, Role-Play, Drawing, and Painting help develop children's foundational skills in Literacy and Numeracy. Singing, Rhyming and Reciting are some strategies employed in the Language Arts and the Phonics Programme. Activity areas or learning centers are set up in the classroom, with resources that actively engage children to learn about particular themes or topics.

Apart from the Academic Platform we at St. Paul's also include Non-Academic subjects as a vital part of our curriculum. The children are encouraged to Play, Explore, Discover and Communicate through Dance, Music, Arts and Craft. Along with all this, Sports activities help in strengthening Coordination and Motor Skills, and Instil Enthusiasm for Health and Fitness of our children at St. Paul's College, Moradabad.

OUR PRIMARY SCHOOL PROGRAMME

Primary School as to our concern we have from Classes I to IV.

St. Paul's College, Moradabad offers the Primary School Programme that has been designed to develop within students an equal measure of Content Knowledge, Skill Application and Attitude Building. The curriculum encourages students to engage in authentic Inquiry, Exploration and Creative Problem-Solving skills.

The Primary School curriculum of St. Paul's, Moradabad offers an Exciting and Creative Learning Environment, with an Inter-Disciplinary appreciation of Languages, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies, as individual and Integrated subjects in St. Paul's College.

Hindi is taught as a Second Language, while Urdu/Sanskrit  is offered as the Third Language, which helps to communicate effectively, interact in a culturally appropriate manner and build a strong foundation in Indian Languages. Mathematics at our school provides an effective way of building Mental Discipline and Encourages Logical Reasoning and Mental Rigor.

Other Subjects in our curriculum provide opportunities for experiential learning through hands-on Projects, Experiments, Collaborative Activities and more. Connections built between Course Topics and Other Subjects, Ensure Relevant Integration. The learning process inspires students to obtain a deeper knowledge of the subjects and in the Process, Students also hone their Organizational and Research Skills and Develop Better Communication with their peers and adults.

Physical Education develops Sports Skills and Creates Health Awareness. Our curriculum offers students the opportunity to Discover and Develop their Physical Potential through a Balanced and Progressive Programme of Physical Activities. Exposure to Team and Individual Sports, Develops Student's Competence and Confidence to take part in a range of Physical Activities and Encourages a Sense Of Team Spirit and Individual Effort and Accomplishment.

The support system of our learnt curriculum is Authentic Assessments, which require students to apply new Knowledge and Skills in a practical way. The learning objectives are clearly stated throughout the curriculum and help students achieve the outcomes as a result of the education.

Being one of the best ICSE schools in Moradabad, St. Paul's College ensures that the students engage in Field Trips, Excursions, Activities, Projects and Presentations that provide Experiential Learning Opportunities. Student engagement in community service activities are a vital part of our curriculum and are conducted from Class I onwards, to sensitize them to the needs of the community and to the world around them.

Our curriculum of St. Paul's College, Moradabad enables and encourages learning differentiation, as it provides opportunities for teachers to adapt the curriculum to suit the individual students in their classes.

­­­­OUR MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMME

Middle School as to our concern we have from Classes V to VII.

The Middle School Programme at St. Paul's College, Moradabad is structured to meet children's varied Intellectual and Developmental needs. The curriculum builds on concepts and skills learnt in the Primary School. It ensures progression and continuity across various stages of learning in the School, and incorporates continuous evaluation and review of children's performance.

The main aims of the Programme are Developing Skills related to Writing, Reading, Reflecting, Critical Thinking, Public Speaking, Fostering Initiative among students and a desire to acquire knowledge. Academic subjects of St. Paul's include English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, Urdu, Sanskrit, History, Civics and Geography. Art, Computer Studies, Music, Games/Sports  are integrated into the mainstream curriculum to offer different dimensions to the curriculum.

Projects and Assignments are planned to integrate Knowledge and Skills acquired by students in various subjects and serve as a concrete step towards developing Inter-Disciplinary approaches in later years. Field trips and Excursions aid in developing social skills and in raising awareness about the world. Projects, Presentations and Group Activities are more formal and research-based.

Inter-House Cultural and Sports Competitions encourage healthy competition and team spirit. Student's begin to contribute to Class Assemblies, Concerts, Debates and take up roles of responsibility. Community Service is offered through school-initiated programmes and partnerships with time to time events. Because of all these salient features of the study programme, St. Paul's College, Moradabad is ranked amongst the top ICSE schools in Moradabad.

OUR SECONDARY SCHOOL PROGRAMME

Secondary School as to our concern we have from Classes VIII to X.

The Secondary School Programme at St. Paul's College, Moradabad the ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary Education) Programme is offered by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations.

At St. Paul's College, Moradabad, the ICSE syllabus is delivered to lead the students in a progressive and phased manner, enabling them to be well-prepared and future-ready.

Class VIII serves as a preparatory year for the ICSE Programme in Classes IX and X. Students study English as the First Language, Hindi as the Second Language, Urdu/Sanskrit as Third Language, and Mathematics, History, Civics and Geography, Science (Physics, Chemistry and Biology), Environmental Science and Computer Studies as core subjects.

The Council’s Mission
The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations is committed to serving the Nation’s children through high quality Educational Endeavors, Empowering them to contribute towards a humane, just and pluralistic society, promoting introspective living, by creating exciting learning opportunities, with a commitment to excellence.

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations

The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations was established by the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate in 1958, with a view to adapting the latter’s curriculum and examination systems to cater to the educational needs of the local context.

The Indian Certificate of Secondary Education Programme (ICSE)

- It has been designed to provide an examination in a course of general education, in accordance with the recommendations of the New Education Policy 1986, through the medium of English.

- It ensures a general education where all candidates are required to take seven subjects and are also graded in ‘Socially Useful Productive Work (SUPW).

- It is an All-India Board Examination that is taken at the end of Class X.

The Curriculum for the ICSE Programme at  St. Paul's College, Moradabad
The ICSE is a comprehensive course of study available to students at St. Paul's College, Moradabad in Classes IX and X. The ICSE Class VIII serves as a preparatory year designed to meaningfully progress to the courses of study in ICSE Classes IX and X.

As part of the ICSE Programme, students are also required to undertake Socially Useful Productive Work (SUPW).

Secondary School is the next step up from Primary School. Secondary School follows on from Primary Schools and prepare for Vocational or Tertiary Education.

Moral Values and Etiquettes have been taught for a child’s development.

Attendance is compulsory for students until age 16.

OUR SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL PROGRAMME

Senior Secondary School is known as the point where a child becomes an adult. It refers the education imparted in the eleventh and twelfth standards in school. We focus on speaking skills of the child.

Our Senior Secondary school offers General, Vocational, Technical, Spiritual Education.

We try to build up the confidence of the child to face the fears of his carrier.

We try our best to bring forward the hidden talents of the students.