Academics

Curriculum Overview:

At Antartic English School, our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to ensure academic excellence, character development, and skill-based learning across all levels—from pre-primary to secondary education. Rooted in the National Policy on Education (NPE 1986) and aligned with NCERT and the Board of Secondary Education, Manipur (BOSEM), our academic programme fosters curiosity, confidence, and competence.

Foundational Stage (Pre-Nursery to KG-S)

Ages: 3 to 5 years
Focus: Holistic early childhood development

English
Mathematics
General Knowledge
General Science
Drawing & Crafts
Manipuri (from KG-S)

Primary Stage (Class I – V)

Focus: Building strong fundamentals in core subjects with value-based learning

English
Manipuri
Mathematics
General Science
Social Studies
General Knowledge
Drawing & Crafts

Middle Stage (Class VI – VIII)

Focus: Developing deeper subject knowledge and practical skills

English
Manipuri
Mathematics
General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Health Education)
Social Science (History, Geography, Civics, Economics)
Computer Education
Meitei Mayek (3rd Language)
Drawing, Crafts, and GK

Secondary Stage (Class IX – X)

Focus: Board preparation, career foundation, and advanced learning strategies

Curriculum prescribed by BOSEM (Board of Secondary Education, Manipur).

English
Manipuri
Mathematics
Science
Social Science
Computer Education
Moral Education and Career Guidance

Subject Departments:

Academic Departments

Pre-Primary (Pre-Nursery to KG-S)

Subjects: English, Manipuri, Mathematics, G.K., Drawing & Crafts
Focus: Play-based learning, creativity, and early literacy

Primary (Class I – V)

Subjects: English, Manipuri, Maths, Science, Social Studies, Drawing, G.K.
Focus: Concept clarity and daily-life relevance

Middle School (Class VI – VIII)

Core + Computer, Meitei Mayek, Hindi
Value education, assessments, and project-based learning

Secondary (Class IX – X)

Board: BOSEM (Manipur)
Subjects: English, MIL, Maths, Science, Social Studies, Computer
Special focus on board exam coaching and academic excellence

Career Guidance Centre (CGC)

Extra coaching in Math, Science, English
Computer training with DCA-level content
Job orientation and competitive exam preparation

Co-Curricular Departments

Sports & Physical Education

Football, athletics, inter-house games
Encouraging fitness and sportsmanship

Library & Reading

Reading habits encouraged via daily journals and weekly reading sessions
Library development underway

Hostel & Boarding

Available from Class III onwards
English-speaking, ₹10,000/month all-inclusive
Includes mess, power, medical, observation, safety

House System

4 Houses: Chairman, Secretary, Principal, Inspector
Competitions in debate, drama, quiz, painting, sanitation

Cultural & Literary

School magazine: “The Mainstream” (English, Hindi, Manipuri)
Annual & national celebration events
Debate, singing, writing, and art competitions

“We believe in shaping not just minds, but responsible citizens.”

Academic Calendar:

Academic Calendar (2025–2026)

Sl. No.	Particulars	Applicable Classes	Date/Month
1	Admission Test for New Students	KG(J) to IX	7th February
2	Last Date of New Admission	Pre-Nur to IX	10th February
3	Commencement of Regular Classes	Pre-Nur to X	12th February
4	Last Date of Admission for Old Students	KG(J) to X	28th February
5	First Term Examination	Pre-Nur to X	16th April
6	Results of 1st Term Exam	Pre-Nur to X	1st week of May
7	Summer Vacation	Pre-Nur to X	27th May to 14th June
8	Second Term Examination	Pre-Nur to X	16th July
9	Results of 2nd Term Exam	Pre-Nur to X	1st week of August
10	Third Term Examination	Pre-Nur to X	10th October
11	Results of Third Term Exam	Pre-Nur to X	1st week of November
12	Session Closing	Class I to X	20th November
13	Session Closing	Pre-Nur to IX	21st November
14	Annual Promotion/Sessional Exam	Pre-Nur to IX	26th November
15	Sessional Exam Results	Class I to X	11th December
16	Annual Promotion Exam Results	Pre-Nur to IX	24th December
17	HSLC Exam Form Fill-up	Class X	3rd Week of December
18	HSLC Examination	Class X	3rd Week of February

Exam Information:

The school conducts three categories of examinations/tests annually:

Term Examinations (1st, 2nd, 3rd): 50 marks each subject; 10% of secured marks credited to final exam.
Unit/Periodic Tests: 20 marks each subject; full marks credited to final exam.
Final/Sessional Examination: 80 marks each subject, KG(J) to Class X.

Internal Assessment (KG to VIII)

Periodic Test: 10 marks
Assignment/Project Work: 5 marks
Moral Values: 5 marks
Total: 20 marks (Minimum pass: 8 marks)

Examination Rules

Students must report 15 minutes before the exam starts.
Admit Card is mandatory for entry.
No borrowing, copying, or cheating allowed.
Leaving during first hour of the exam is prohibited.
Answer sheets must be submitted before leaving the hall.
Violation of rules may result in expulsion or penalty.

Eligibility

Minimum 75% attendance is required to appear for annual or board exams. Fine for absences without leave: Rs. 20-50/day.

Important Dates (Academic Year 2024-25)

Activity	Date
Admission Test	7th February
Start of Classes	12th February
1st Term Exam	16th April
2nd Term Exam	16th July
3rd Term Exam	10th October
Final/Sessional Exam	26th November
HSLC Exam Form Fill-up	3rd Week of December
HSLC Examination	3rd Week of February

Academic Achievements:

Antartic English School takes pride in its consistent record of academic excellence since its inception in 1993. Our students have regularly secured top positions in the High School Leaving Certificate (H.S.L.C.) examinations, with a large number of first divisioners and letter mark holders every year. The school earned a strong reputation in its very first batch of matriculates in 2000 by outperforming many established institutions in the region.

Our merit-based scholarship system has further encouraged high performers, recognizing and rewarding excellence through awards like the Tip-Top Award, Persona-Grata Award, and Free Gift Award. These recognitions not only motivate our students but also reflect the effectiveness of our academic strategies and dedicated faculty. The school's continuous focus on competitive learning, internal assessment, and skill development ensures that our students are well-prepared for future academic and career challenges.