The Board of Directors of Indian Schools Oman has decided to implement the new National Education Policy (NEP) of India across all Indian Schools in the Sultanate of Oman. As per NEP, the academic structure has been redefined into a 5+3+3+4 system, focusing on a holistic approach to education across different stages of a child’s development. As per the new education policy, the Foundational Stage, will now include three years of Kindergarten (Balvatika) for children aged 3 to 6 years, followed by Classes 1 and 2 for ages 6 to 8 years. The Preparatory Stage will comprise Classes 3 to 5 for students aged 8 to 11 years, the Middle Stage will cover Classes 6 to 8 for ages 11 to 14 years, and the Secondary Stage will span Classes 9 to 12 for ages 14 to 18 years. A significant shift for Indian Schools in Oman under the NEP is the expansion of the kindergarten program from the existing 2-year structure to a 3-year program, ensuring a more comprehensive foundational education. Dr. Sivakumar Manickam, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Indian Schools Oman, reaffirmed the Board’s unwavering commitment to implementing the new education policy. He further stated, “The implementation […]