Agastya Middle Years Programme
Class VI to VIII | Building Thinkers, Dreamers & Doers
The Middle Years at Agastya International School represent a pivotal phase in a student’s academic and personal development. These years leave a lasting imprint on a child’s mindset and shape their attitude toward learning. Our Middle School Programme is thoughtfully designed to shift the focus from teaching to learning — encouraging inquiry, real-world connections, and the confident use of knowledge and skills.
🔍 Inquiry-Driven, Concept-Based Curriculum
Our curriculum for Classes VI to VIII is aligned with modern educational approaches that emphasize:
Contextual, meaningful learning
Inquiry-based instruction
Development of research, critical thinking, and communication skills
Students are encouraged to ask questions, explore concepts, and dive deep into subjects through cross-curricular themes and real-life connections. Learning is designed as an exciting journey where curiosity drives exploration, and knowledge transforms into action.
🤝 Collaboration & Independent Thinking
Through teamwork, peer interaction, and collaborative projects, students learn to:
Share ideas and perspectives
Engage in respectful debate and discussion
Apply knowledge across subjects in interdisciplinary projects
We promote a balance between teacher-student interaction and peer-to-peer collaboration, ensuring students become confident communicators and team players.
📘 A Shift Away from Rote Learning
Our Middle Years Programme discourages rote memorization and instead focuses on:
Conceptual understanding
Application-based learning
Experiential education through labs, libraries, tech integration, and fieldwork
Classroom activities are supported by:
Worksheets and hands-on experiments
Library and digital research time
Computer labs and multimedia resources
Group discussions and guided reflection
🎨 Holistic Growth Through Creative Exploration
Alongside academic rigor, we offer diverse activities that cultivate imagination, innovation, and emotional intelligence:
Visual and performing arts
Debates, elocution, drama, and design projects
Sports, yoga, and wellness programs
These experiences are woven into the curriculum to ensure that learning remains joyful and multidimensional.
🎯 Preparing for Challenges Ahead
As academic demands gradually increase, we help students:
Set goals and build long-term focus
Develop time management and study skills
Embrace responsibility for their learning journey
Agastya educators act as mentors and facilitators, creating meaningful learning contexts that resonate deeply with students and foster a lifelong love for learning.
The Agastya Middle Years Programme is not just about preparing for senior school — it’s about developing adaptable, thoughtful, and future-ready individuals who are confident in their abilities and compassionate in their actions.