Curriculum

Curriculum

DWPS Curriculum

Our school curriculum provides a balanced approach to academic learning, practical skills, creativity, and overall student development. It encourages students to learn, explore, and grow with confidence.

SCHOOL RULES
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All students must carry the Almanac to school everyday. It must have their photograph and identity information duly filled and signed by parents.
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Students should be neatly dressed. The complete school uniform should be worn on every working day.
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Students who are not in proper uniform won't be allowed to enter the school premises.
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Students must be careful of school properties.
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Students should not damage any school furniture, write or draw anything on the walls, furniture and damage the possessions of others.
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Students should be polite wherever they go. They should remember that the school is judged by their conduct.
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They should greet their teachers and fellow students when they meet them.
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Bullying and use of foul language are punishable.
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Students must not miss any teaching/games/library/ activity period.
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No student should indulge in spitting in or near the school building, rowdyism and rude behaviour, casteism, communalism or practice untouchability.
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The School requests the utmost co-operation from parents in maintaining high standard of discipline.

Guidelines for Parents and Students
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Punctuality & Attendance: Coming to school regularly is an integral part of a student’s life. This inculcates discipline and regularity in a student which is turn creates value systems that become a essential part of life. No student will be allowed to enter class without a leave application if he/she has been absent the previous day. Regularity and punctuality are important. Students should arrive at the school 5 minutes before the bell rings. Attendance is compulsory on the first day of the new academic session. It is also compulsory on the day before and the day after the Dussehra/winter/summer break.

The school will not cover academic backlog caused due to absenteeism. Half day leave is not normally permitted once the children enter the school premises. Permission to leave the school premises during school hours will only be granted in emergency situation, after obtaining a gate pass from the office, approved from the Principal.

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Leave of Absence: Students who have been sick for more than 5 days will bring a medical Certificate/fitness Certificate from their doctor on re-joining school. Parents are to send an application stating the reasons for the ward’s absence. This has to be submitted to the class teacher.

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Late Arrivals in school: The school gate will be closed after the morning prayer starts. The names of late arrivals will be noted down. In case of repeated late arrivals by a student, parents will be asked to take the child back home.

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Infection or contagious disease: All students returning to school after suffering from an infectious or contagious disease should produce a doctor’s certificate indicating medical fitness.

Delhi World Public School, Hooghly — Curriculum Overview

A Curriculum that Nurtures Mind, Heart, and Character

At Delhi World Public School, Hooghly, our curriculum is a thoughtful blend of academic rigor, human values, and experiential learning, designed to empower students for the challenges of the 21st century. Affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), we follow a progressive and learner-centric approach inspired by the Dipsites Pedagogy System (DPS) — a unique philosophy that integrates global best practices with India's rich educational heritage.

Foundational Stage (Nursery to Grade II)
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Focus: Experiential learning through play, storytelling, and discovery.

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Methodology: Montessori and activity-based pedagogy emphasizing sensory development, creativity, and social learning.

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Core Subjects: English, Mathematics, Environmental Awareness, Art & Craft, Music, and Physical Education.

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Language Development: Introduction to Hindi and Bengali alongside English to build strong linguistic foundations.

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Learning Beyond Class: Nature walks, role-plays, puppet shows, and thematic celebrations that encourage curiosity and compassion.

Preparatory & Middle Stage (Grades III to VIII)
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Focus: Building conceptual understanding and critical thinking through interdisciplinary learning.

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Core Subjects:

Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Computer Science

Commerce: Accountancy, Business Studies, Economics, Mathematics / Informatics Practices

Humanities: Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, Geography, History

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Assessment: CBSE-based Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE), periodic assessments, and project submissions.

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Career Readiness: Integration of career counselling, aptitude testing, and exposure to higher education pathways.

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Life Skills & Well-being: Yoga, mindfulness, and mentorship programs to develop resilience and emotional intelligence.

Co-Curricular Excellence

At DWPS Hooghly, education goes beyond academics. We nurture the creative, athletic, and moral dimensions of every child through:

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Art, Music & Dance

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Sports & Physical Education (Indoor & Outdoor)

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Drama, Debate, and Public Speaking

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STEM & Innovation Clubs

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Community Outreach and Social Responsibility Programs

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Teaching Methodology

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Smart Classrooms with interactive boards and digital content

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Hands-on Learning through labs and practicals

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Project & Research-based Learning to promote analytical thinking

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Regular Feedback & Remedial Support for personalized progress tracking

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Integration of Technology for self-paced and collaborative learning

Values & Ethos

In alignment with the Dipsites Pedagogy System, DWPS Hooghly strives to instil:

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Equity & Empathy — treating every learner with respect

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Compassion & Cooperation — fostering teamwork and social harmony

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Service Before Self — inspiring civic responsibility and ethical citizenship

Our Vision

To create compassionate, confident, and competent global citizens who think critically, act responsibly, and live purposefully.

Note that for getting the regular attendance a student must carry the following to school everyday: Proper dress code / School uniform / Student's I.D. Card / Almanac (Diary)
Compulsory Attendance: Students must be present on the ‘Compulsory Attendance’ days mentioned in the Almanac.
Note that if you are absent on ‘Compulsory Attendance’ days it will directly effect in the gradation on your report card.
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Students are expected to submit leave applications in advance on the prescribed application from provided in the school diary.
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For leave of more than one week, prior permission of the Principal must be taken in advance.
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Parents are requested not to ask for half day leave for their ward as it causes a lot of inconvenience to the school authorities.
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In case of leave for a medical reason, information must be given in writing and a Medical Certificate/ Fitness Certificate immediately submitted to the Class Teacher, when the child rejoins school.
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Attendance at all school unit tests, examinations and activities is compulsory.
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For promotion to the next class, students must have a minimum of 75% attendance.
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Absence for more than three day without an application may render the pupil's name to be struck off the rolls.

Parent Teacher Meeting
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Parents are expected to attend all Parent Teacher Meetings (PTM) held in the school periodically.
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The PTM schedule is listed in the almanac.
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Parents can take appointment through the office and meet the teachers on any school working day.