When it comes to preparing students for the university experience, no one is as meticulous as the school’s board of education. They oversee operations of both private and public schools to ensure that each institution have the right tools to equip students for the rigor of university life. The board of education is responsible for promoting an effective educational framework that will help the student achieve academic excellence and personal growth.
The same concept applies to international schools, too. A governing body handles programs and initiatives which, to us, looks like a rigid education system, but are only strategies to make sure students can compete globally. One of the leading boards of education, which can be found in Asia, where international schools are most prevalent, is the CBSE.
Ensuring child-centered curriculums are being practiced
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) works under the Union Government of India. It is a specially created committee which supervises public and private schools. This committee is responsible for preparing students and conducting examinations until they are in their 12th grade.
The goal is to ensure schools are practicing a child-centered curriculum and making use of the holistic education framework. It is their belief that students can get into leading universities around the world if the curriculum and framework enhances, not just the mind, but the student as a whole.
The CBSE education system does not just focus on academic excellence, but they are staunch believers in encouraging students to pursue the arts, athletics, and other extracurricular activities.
Zooming in on the CBSE education system
To explore how schools are practicing the CBSE’s standard for education let us take a closer look into one of its schools, the Global Indian International School. They are known for their highly lauded ‘Nine Gems’ framework which focuses on the following aspects of learning:
- Academic Excellence
- Sports Excellence
- Arts
- Personality Development
- Creativity and Innovation
- Entrepreneurship & Leadership
- Universal Values and Ethics
- Community and Care
- Skills development
These ‘gems’ were created in response to the CBSE’s recommended curriculum, which focuses on five key areas of learning:
- Languages – reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills
- Mathematics and technology – logical and critical though
- Social science – exposure to differing worldviews including the political, environmental, economical, and social
- Science – encouraging natural curiosity and inquisitiveness
- Physical education – includes other pursuits like athletics, visual arts, and performance
The benefits of the CBSE framework
The CBSE wants to guide the students under its care as they transition from secondary school to any university of their choosing. They will be more than prepared to take on challenge that comes their way because their development did not just focus on the academics. They are taught worldly application, leadership, communication skills, emotional maturity, and an appreciation for diverse world views.
If you are looking for a school which will deliver quality education to your children and focuses on improving their overall well-being, you should definitely look for one governed by a board of education like the CBSE.
