Sapling(The Middle)
We work on the principles of an integrated curriculum that aims to connect the theory learned in the classroom, with real-life knowledge and experiences. SDG’s are an integral part of our curriculum.
At BANYAN TREE, we focus on the following essential areas for the holistic development of a child:
Interactive pedagogical style with 1:20 teacher-student ratio that gives an opportunity to learn and work collaboratively with peers
Implementation of three language formula under the given pattern to promote multilingualism as well as promote nationalism.
- First Language – English
- Second Language – Hindi
- Third Language – French / Punjab
Coding is introduced through activities inbuilt into the mandated content using an integrated approach
The children are groomed with the 21st Century skills through varied teaching–learning pedagogies and activities.
Logical framework for making ethical decisions and cultivate confidence
The overall personality development with value building at a young age is nurtured which focuses on the importance of “doing what’s right”
(STEAM) – Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics combine rigorous academic disciplines with the technical challenges of mastering skills in these learning areas.
Basic training in health, including preventive health, mental health, good nutrition, personal and public hygiene, disaster response and first aid
Sustainable Development Goals
To achieve the SDGs before 2030 everyone needs to participate, so Banyan Tree School has the special assignment of providing kids and youngsters with the necessary knowledge, skills, attitudes and insights to participate in the SDGs.
NO POVERTY
Our key focus is to make learner understand how extremes poverty and extremes wealth affect basic human rights and needs
ZERO HUNGER
Our students understand the need for sustainable agriculture to combat hunger and malnutrition worldwide and knows about other strategies to combat hunger, malnutrition and poor diets
GOOD HEALTH AND WELL BEING
Our students knows relevant prevention strategies to foster positive physical and mental health and well-being, including sexual and reproductive health and information as well as early warning and risk reduction
QUALITY EDUCATION
Our students are able to use all opportunities for their own education throughout their life, and to apply the acquired knowledge in everyday situations to promote sustainable development.
CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION
Our students understand the concept of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) and other strategies for ensuring the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation, including flood and drought risk management
DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
Our students are able to understand economic models and future visions of economy and society critically and to communicate them in public spheres
REDUCED INEQUALITIES
Our students are able to understand ethical principles concerning equality and is aware of psychological processes that foster discriminative behaviour and decision making.
Sustainable Cities and Communitie
Our students are able to evaluate and compare the sustainability of their and other settlements’ systems in meeting their needs particularly in the areas of food, energy, transport, water, safety, waste treatment, inclusion and accessibility, education, integration of green spaces and disaster risk reduction
Life below Water
Our students understand the connection of many people to the sea and the life it holds, including the sea’s role as a provider of food, jobs and exciting opportunities.
Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Our students understand the importance of individuals and groups in upholding justice, inclusion and peace and supporting strong institutions in their country and globally
GENDER EQUALITY
Our students understand the role of education, enabling technology and legislation in empowering and ensuring the full participation of all genders.
AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY
Our students know about different energy resources – renewable and non-renewable – and their respective advantages and disadvantages including environmental impacts, health issues, usage, safety and energy security, and their share in the energy mix at the local, national and global level
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Our students are able to understand that with changing resource availability (e. g. peak oil, peak everything) and other external shocks and stresses (e. g. natural hazards, conflicts) their own perspective and demands on infrastructure may need to shift radically regarding availability of renewable energy for ICT, transport options, sanitation options,etc
Responsible Consumption and Production
Our students are able to understand how individual lifestyle choices influence social, economic and environmental development.
Climate Action
Our students know about the main ecological, social, cultural and economic consequences of climate change locally, nationally and globally and understands how these can themselves become catalyzing, reinforcing factors for climate change.
Life on Land
Our students understand the manifold threats posed to biodiversity, including habitat loss, deforestation, fragmentation, overexploitation and invasive species, and can relate these threats to their local biodiversity.
Partnerships for the Goals
Our students understand global issues, including trade policies and interdependency of different countries.