Pre-Primary: The Blissful Years
The Pre-Primary or the Early Years Program at Modernage is covered in three years namely:
Almost 14% students at Modernage are part of the Pre-Primary Program. They are provided high quality personal care and learning experiences. Early childhood is a crucial stage of life in terms of a child's physical, intellectual, emotional and social development. The mental and physical abilities of the child grow at an astounding rate. Hence, at Modernage, the curiosity of children is nurtured in a safe and happy learning environment.
The smooth transition of children from Pre-Primary to Primary level is ensured by development of their basic Mathematical skills as well as their oral and written expression in English and Urdu. The play way method includes use of music, art, outdoor play, nature walks, games, role playing, storytelling and much more.
Objectives
At Modernage, the ECE objectives are aligned with the National Curriculum of Pakistan. They are to:
The Key Learning Areas:
The curriculum of early years has been divided into the following key learning areas:
The Montessori Triangle
Modernage believes that the Montessori triangle of the child – environment – teachers:
The most significant relationship in the triangle is that between the child and the environment.
Primay Program: The Learning Years
The Primary Program at Modernage is covered in five years namely:
Almost 29% students at Modernage are part of the Primary Program. These student are provided an environment in which they develop their academic competencies as well as discover their unique potentials. They learn to work in groups by sharing and cooperating with each other.
Objectives
At Modernage, the objectives of Primary Program are aligned with the National Curriculum of Pakistan. They are to:
Subjects
The primary program covers subjects such as English, Urdu, Math, General Knowledge (Grade I to III), General Science (Grade IV & V), Social Studies (Grade IV & V), Islamic Studies including Nazra, Art, Physical Education, IT and Robotics. Specialized equipment are used to integrate STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) Learning in the Primary Curriculum. It encourages the youngsters to become creative problem solvers and smart individuals of the 21st century. The hands-on activities are fun for children and encourage collaborative learning.
Outcomes
At the end of the Primary Program, the Modernites emerge as confident and self-reliant individuals who are courteous and polite in disposition. Their competence in core subjects i.e. languages, Math and Science is broad based. Experiential learning has enabled them to go beyond the four walls of the classroom. Attractive teaching methodologies have nurtured their creativity and curiosity.
Sub Seniors: The Dexterous Years
The Sub-Seniors or the Middle Years Program at Modernage is covered in three years namely:
Almost 20% children at Modernage are part of the Sub-Seniors Program. At this level, the students are encouraged to take greater responsibility of their learning and prepare themselves to meet the demands of highly competitive and challenging years ahead. Instead of rote-learning and cramming, developing an understanding for the concepts is the primary focus.
Objectives:
The objectives of the Sub-Seniors Program are to:
Subjects:
The Sub-Seniors Program covers subjects such as English, Urdu, Math, General Science, Social Studies, Islamic Studies, Mutala-e-Quran, Art, Health & Physical Education, Computer Science and Robotics. From Grade VI onwards, the children can choose to be a part of the Cambridge Stream or the Matric Stream. All teaching methodologies are targeting the development of 21st Century Skills i.e. Communication, Collaboration, Creativity and Critical Thinking. Self-discipline and self-directed learning are also emphasized. The children are encouraged to develop an opinion about the real-world problems and to actively use learning strategies to attain the attributes of the Profile of Modernites.
Outcomes:
At the end of the Sub-Seniors Program, the Modernites emerge as proactive individuals who have knowledge of their strengths and weaknesses in various subject areas, who are well rooted in their cultural and social environment and at the same time respect global diversity, who attach equal importance to science and art, and who are digitally competent.
Seniors: The Winning Years
The Seniors Program at Modernage is covered in four years namely:
Almost 29% students at Modernage are part of the Seniors Program. This is a decisive time in a child’s life as it sets foundations for choosing a career path. Expert teachers of Modernage help the learners to overcome the numerous challenges they face in academics or in the social, personal and emotional spheres of their lives.
The students who choose the Matric Stream, acquire Secondary School Certificate Qualification at the end of Grade X while at the end of Grade XII they are awarded Higher Secondary School Certificate Qualification. Both qualifications are availed by passing external exam conducted by the Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Abbottabad. However, those students who choose the Cambridge Stream, receive O-Levels and A-Levels Qualification after being examined by the Cambridge Board in Grade X and Grade XII respectively.
Objectives:
The objectives of the Seniors Program are to:
Subjects
The Seniors Program in Grade IX & X covers nine subjects namely English, Urdu, Math, Pakistan Studies, Islamic Studies, Mutala-e-Quran, Computer Science/Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
In Grade XI & XII (Inter Part I & II), English, Urdu Mutala-e-Quran and Islamic Studies are taught as compulsory subjects. The students can choose any one of the following combinations for three elective subjects:
Both in Matric as well as Inter, the Non-Muslim students can study Ethics instead of Islamic Studies while students coming from abroad can opt to study Pakistani Culture instead of Urdu.
Outcomes
Throughout the four years of Seniors Program, the learners at Modernage are provided ample opportunities to develop their knowledge, skills and attitudes. They frequently meet professionals from all walks of life, participate in seminars, debating competitions, art events, conventions and exhibitions. Their academic progress is constantly monitored through written tests conducted at regular intervals. Besides, they participate in multi-dimensional co-curricular activities and sports and gain international exposure through youth exchange programs. They develop a deep understanding of what career options they have in front of them.