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Academics

A comprehensive, NEP 2020-aligned curriculum that prepares students for academic excellence and life beyond the classroom.

Students
Our Approach

Education Built for Every Child

At PM SHRI VCDSN GIC Karanprayag, academics goes beyond textbooks. We offer a rich, structured curriculum aligned with NEP 2020 for Classes 6 through 12, taught through smart classrooms, hands-on labs, and mentored learning — ensuring every student builds a strong foundation and discovers their strengths.

Our English-medium instruction is supported by bilingual teaching methods, ensuring no student is left behind. From foundation years in Class 6 to career-preparation in Class 12, each stage of learning is carefully structured.

NEP 2020 Aligned English Medium Co-Education Classes 6–12 Smart Classrooms
6–8Classes

Foundation Years — Middle School

Building core skills, curiosity, and character in every child.

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Mathematics
गणित
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Science
विज्ञान
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Social Science
सामाजिक विज्ञान
🔤
English
अंग्रेजी
📖
Hindi
हिन्दी
📿
Sanskrit
संस्कृत
🎨
Art & Craft
कला एवं शिल्प
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Physical Education
व्यायाम
9–10Classes

Secondary School — Board Preparation

Strengthening academics and preparing for the Uttarakhand Board examinations.

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Mathematics
गणित
🔬
Science
विज्ञान
🌍
Social Science
सामाजिक विज्ञान
🔤
English
अंग्रेजी
📖
Hindi
हिन्दी
💼
Commerce
वाणिज्य
🎨
Art Education
कला
🏃
Physical Education
व्यायाम
Senior Secondary

Classes 11–12: Choose Your Stream

After Class 10, students can choose from our available streams to specialise in their area of interest and passion.

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Science Stream

A rigorous science programme preparing students for engineering, medicine, and research careers.

Physics (भौतिक विज्ञान) Chemistry (रसायन विज्ञान) Biology (जीव विज्ञान) Mathematics (गणित) English
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Commerce Stream

Preparing future business leaders, accountants, and finance professionals with practical knowledge.

Accountancy (लेखाशास्त्र) Business Studies (व्यापार) Economics (अर्थशास्त्र) Mathematics (गणित) English
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Arts / Humanities

Exploring history, political science, geography and literature for future civil servants and scholars.

History (इतिहास) Political Science (राजनीति) Geography (भूगोल) Sanskrit / Hindi Military Science
How We Teach

Our Teaching Methodology

We use a blend of modern and traditional teaching methods to ensure every student truly understands and retains what they learn.

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Smart Board Learning

Interactive digital lessons using LED smart boards in every classroom, making complex concepts easy to visualise and understand.

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Practical & Lab Work

Hands-on experiments in our science lab ensure students learn through doing, not just reading — building real scientific temperament.

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Seminar & Discussion

Regular seminars, group discussions, and peer-learning sessions develop critical thinking and confident communication skills.

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Project-Based Learning

Students work on projects that connect classroom knowledge to real-world problems, developing creativity and problem-solving.

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Regular Assessment

Continuous and comprehensive evaluation — monthly tests, unit tests, half-yearly and annual exams — ensure consistent progress tracking.

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Career Guidance

Dedicated career counseling sessions in Classes 10–12 help students make informed decisions about their future streams and professions.

Evaluation System

Assessment & Examinations

Our comprehensive evaluation system follows the Uttarakhand Board guidelines with Continuous & Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) ensuring holistic assessment of every student.

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    Monthly Unit Tests

    Regular short tests to ensure ongoing concept revision and retention.

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    Half-Yearly Examination

    Mid-year comprehensive exams covering the full first-half syllabus.

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    Annual Examination

    Year-end board-pattern exams for Classes 6–10 and Uttarakhand Board for 10 & 12.

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    Co-Scholastic Assessment

    Art, sports, NCC, NSS activities evaluated as part of holistic CCE framework.

Students at assembly
Beyond the Classroom

Co-Curricular Activities

Academics flourish when balanced with activities that build character, teamwork, and creativity.

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NCC

National Cadet Corps for discipline, leadership and national pride.

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NSS

National Service Scheme for community service and social responsibility.

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Scout & Guide

Scouting activities for outdoor skills, teamwork, and character.

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Music & Arts

Dedicated music and fine arts classes nurturing creative talent.

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Sports

Trained sports coach for athletics, football, cricket, and indoor games.

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Debates & Quizzes

Regular inter-school competitions building confidence and communication.