PROSPECTUS

My Home GroupFor over three decades, My Home Group has cemented itsname as one of the most trusted brands in the country. Thegroup with an annual turnover of 4000 Crores, has presenceacross the nation with interests in an entire value chaincomprising of:• Construction• Cement (MAHA)• Power• Consultancy• EducationMeru International School is the latest venture from My HomeGroup. The group has built a legacy of quality, integrity andtrust with every project they have undertaken. These are thesame values that we bring to you with our most importantproject thus far – your child.

My Home Group has become synonymous with success andtrust. Every step that we have embarked upon has taken usto new and astounding heights. That’s the kind of future weenvisage for every student at Meru International School aswe believe that every child is BUILT TO SUCCEED.

Chairman’s VisionThe Chairman of the My Home Group, Mr. Rameswar Rao Jupally defines the term self-made man. He was born and raised in a small village of Kudikilla in the Mahbubnagar district. His passion for education was evident from a young age. He had to walk a distance of 12 kilometres every day to reach his school. It was this dedication and hunger for education that brought him to Hyderabad to pursue a doctorate in Homeopathy.

The strong values inculcated in him made him one of the most successful and respected businessmen in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The man with the Midas touch – every project Dr. Rao has embarked upon has turned to gold. He has the reputation of being one of the most ethical, trustworthy and humble businessmen in the Telugu speaking states.

His keen passion for education was the seed for Meru International School. While the curriculum and teaching methodologies have vastly changed from back in the day, it’s the value and belief system that always remains constant. This is what defines the ethos of Meru International School - an amalgamation of Old School Values and New School Methodologies.

The Spirit of Success

Built to Succeed

The key to success in life is a good foundation. At Meru International School, we ensure that every child is equipped with everything they need to succeed. Every child is destined to succeed. All you have to do is hand them the tools to help them achieve it.

We believe in moulding citizens who not only reach the pinnacle of their fields, but do so in a responsible and righteous manner. For us, it’s not just about the destination, but the journey we lead your children on to get them there.

At Meru International School, we believe that achievingsuccess should not be a struggle but a smooth fun filled learning journey. Each child has his strength. It’s about identifying these strengths in children and honing them to develop our students into well-rounded individuals with a progressive mind-set. We use our blended curriculum that focusses on onsite approach from all disciplines of learning.

Old School Values. New School MethodologiesOur educators at Meru International School believe in encouraging curiosity within the classroom. They are constantly trying to find new and exciting ways to make the process of learning much more fun for students. Children are encouraged to voice their questions and participate in the sessions. Every aspect of our curriculum is designed specifically to ensure that your child explores every facet of overall development.

Our educators also drive in the values that shape responsible citizens. We believe in moulding citizens who respect their teachers, their peers and the environment around them. It’s where old school values come together with new age methodologies to create well-rounded individuals who affect a positive change in the society.

MissionTo help every child reach their potential. To help them understand that success is not a struggle, but understanding where your strengths lie and honing the same. We aim to constantly come up with new and innovative methods to keep children interested in the classroom, and develop a sense of curiosity outside of it.

VisionWe aim to build a society of like-minded individuals who possess a progressive mind-set along with values that bring about positive change in the world. We want to build a society of well-rounded, responsible and righteous citizens who understand that it is not just about succeeding, but doing so in the right spirit.

From the Director’s Desk“It’s important to teach children how to think, not what to think!”My involvement with education goes back a long way. With a strong educational background, I joined Yashoda Nursing School and College’s management team and played a significant role in the expansion of the courses. Today, Yashoda Academy of Medical Education & Research is offering nine different courses including PGDCC and a Paramedical course. After my stint at Yashoda, I also played a vital role in establishing JIMS Homeopathy College in Hyderabad, now a leading Homeopathy institute.

I have always been deeply passionate about education, and that came to the forefront when I became the mother of two beautiful children. I realized that the strong value system which was inculcated into me in school and at home seemed to be missing nowadays. Like every parent, I too aim to see my children grow up to be successful, but what’s more important is that they do it in the right spirit.

With an objective to deliver education of international standards with world class facilities and educational programs beyond the limits of the academic curriculum, I established Meru International School. Technology, music, art, physical education and theatre are all part of the curriculum, and we help children identify their strengths and help hone them. Meru is all about providing your kids the platform to be successful in any field they pursue.

- Meghana Rao Jupally,Director

Meru International School

Philosophy and Approach

We follow an Enquiry Based Learning Model at Meru International School - a concept that seeks to create a social place of learning and knowledge, where “Why” is encouraged and “What” is nurtured. Self-esteem and independence, leadership and innovation, problem solving and responsibility are emphasized in a participative environment of academic enquiry.

A successful enquiry will lead to responsible action which is initiated by the student as a result of the knowledge constructed through the learning process. We believe that every student have the right and opportunity to get involved in such actions. Through these means students are able to grow both personally and socially while developing skills such as cooperation,

problem solving, conflict resolution, creative and critical thinking.

What we also strive for at Meru is learning through Multiple Intelligences. We believe that there are three major types of learners: Visual, Auditory, and Tactile/Kinesthetic. While most individuals without disabilities can learn using any one of these styles, most people have one for which they show a stronger affinity. Students may have a combination of these three learning styles, typically with one style being dominant. Varying instructional and assessment practices in the classroom makes it easier for all students to spend some time learning through his or her dominant style, thus providing a more comfortable and rewarding learning experience.

The main focus of the curriculum at Meru International School is to ensure that the learner’s potential is fully utilized. Our attention is not directed at just one domain, but at the holistic learning and development of every child. This is where the blended curriculum plays a vital role.

The Features of Blended Curriculum:Blended curriculum, a trans disciplinary approach that has the culmination of both the national and international curricula. It is a base formed from the best of different curricula, which would enable the student to grow holistically into well-rounded, responsible and righteous citizens. The activities of both the curricular and co-curricular areas weave around a common theme of learning that would enable the child to get complete understanding of a theme and relating the learning with the daily life experiences.

Introduction to Our Blended CurriculumOur blended curriculum is developed keeping the vision of Meru International School in mind. We aim to create individuals with a strong value system and broad-minded thinking, who create a positive change in society.

Through the blended curriculum, we created a trans- disciplinary curriculum that is engaging, relevant, challenging and significant for learners. Meru International School’s curriculum includes all student activities, academic and non-academic, for which the school takes responsibility, since they all have an impact on student learning. The aim of blended curriculum is to ensure that students experience coherence in their learning, regardless of which teacher has responsibility for them at any particular point in time. These are the key objectives that are to be achieved through blended curriculum:

1. Social skills2. Thinking skills3. Communication skills4. Self-management skills5. Research skills

International Kindergarten (IK) &

Primary SchoolPre-Primary to Grade V

International Kindergarten (IK)Early childhood is a time when exploring notion of ‘being’, ‘belonging’ and ‘becoming’ are essential to the development of identity, cognitive reasoning and well-being. IK at Meru is a stepping stone towards a holistic and fun filled learning experiences. At the core of our learning program is the curriculum that has a blend of all different curricula to equip our learners with the best from all. Our thematic approach provides a framework around which all our learning activities are structured.

A moving child is a learning child and this has led to our activity based learning that has several motor skill based activities mapped with the cognitive learning. This allows children to hop, skip, jump and still involve in inquiry based activities that allows them to observe, enquire and investigqate. Social skills as the base to these two skills makes the learning experience complete for our budding learners. Our aim is to ensure that each and every child that graduate from our kindergarten Program is fully prepared for their next educational step.

Areas of Learning:• Social and Personal Development• Problem Solving• Reading and Writing• Speaking and Listening• Alpha-Numeric Learning• Decision Making• Playing with other kids• Health and Physical Activity• Fine Arts - Art and Craft• Performing Arts - Singing, Dancing, Theatre

Primary SchoolThe Primary School Program (PSP) at Meru International School focuses on letting children explore their talents. We emphasize on learning through active enquiry and aim to develop a well-rounded child to meet certain competencies and attitudes. The main focus of the curriculum during these formative years revolves around:• Literacy• Numeracy• EVS• Arts - Fine Arts and Performing Arts• Personal, Social and Physical Education

Middle &High School

Grade VI to Grade X

As the kids move into middle and high school, we initiate them into the CBSE and Cambridge curriculum, and give them a choice to pick the curriculum they’d like to follow. Both these programs offer an educational exposure of global standards. We encourage students to engage in all the subjects that are part of the curriculum, and help them build a connection between them. The high school program serves as a natural progression to our middle school program. We build upon the basics that have been taught to the students, and explore every subject in further detail. Our high school program is also compatible with other curricula, internationally relevant and sensitive to various needs and cultures.

CBSE & CAIE ProgramsThe core values of CBSE School Curriculum are derived from being updated with the 21st century global trends of educational transformations, keeping in mind that India is an independent nation with a rich and variegated history, and cultural diversity with a commitment to democratic values and general well-being of its citizens. The key objectives of the CBSE curriculum are:• To enhance self-awareness and explore innate potential• To develop creativity and the ability to appreciate art

and showcase one’s own talents• To promote capabilities related to goal setting, decision

making and lifelong learning• To nurture assertive communication and interpersonal skills • To learn to be empathetic towards others, display dignity

and respect to everyone• To foster cultural learning and international understanding • To strengthen knowledge and attitude related to

livelihood skills • To acquire the ability to utilize technology and information • To inspire the attitude of functional and participatory

learning • To develop abilities related to thinking skills and problem

solving

Meru International School also offers students the chance topursue Cambridge curriculum as well. Cambridge preparesstudents for life, helping them develop an informed curiosityand a lasting passion for learning.

The Cambridge program is split into Primary, Lower Secondary and Upper Secondary Programs. The Lower Secondary Program isfor students from Grade VI to Grade VIII, while the UpperSecondary Program caters to students from Grade IX andGrade X. Cambridge Lower Secondary sets clear learning objectives for the first three years of secondary education in:• English (as a first or second language) • Mathematics • Science

Cambridge Upper Secondary builds on the foundations of Cambridge Lower Secondary, although learners do not need to complete that stage before this one. It provides students a broad and balanced study across a wide range of subjects, using learner-centered and enquiry-based approaches to learning.

CBSE

Cambridge

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Beyond the realms of the classroom

Education doesn’t end within the classroom. There is a lot children can learn from our Sports Education Program. Through a host of physical and health related activities, we try to promote the development of knowledge, skills and attitude.

Benefits of the Sports Education Program • Spatial awareness and body control• Importance of fair play• The importance of strategies in physical activities• Mastery of new skills and techniques• Co-operative behaviour• Usage of proper safety protocol

Sports Education Program

Social Emotional Learning, Value Education &Life Skills Programs

Performing Arts ProgramExpressing one’s own self is a discovery, and discoveries happen when the mind is free to observe, imagine and think beyond the set standards. And this journey to discover one’s own self should be through the path where the child learns Life skills, Social skills, Communication skills along with empathy, energy and emotional balance,. This in turn creates personalities distinct from each other and yet an asset to the world. Performing arts give children the safe space to discover their self in a free and thought provoking environment.

Dance lets them coordinate their mind and body to their thoughts and feelings through rhythm; Drama lets them learn about the world and how to live through stories and acting without actually being in the real situations; and music transports your brain from being partially functional to a fully functional through melody and notes so much so that it is de-stressing, therapeutic and knowledge based.

Social Emotional Learning at Meru International School is a program where the school believes that -All students deserve to learn and grow in peaceful schools and communities. Ensuring the younger generation has the opportunity to be successful in school - and ultimately, in life - requires safe and caring environment where teachers, students, parents and the broader community work together to respect and support each other.

To achieve this motto, we came up with a model of Social Emotional Learning that is based on an understanding that the best learning emerges from the context of supportive relationships that makes learning challenging, engaging and meaningful.

Key Success SkillsAt Meru, we believe the fundamental ability to think critically, solve problems, work with others and manage oneself and one’s own work are crucial stepping stones to future success. We call these kinds of core competencies “success skills” also known as “21st Century Skills”.

We strongly recommend all our learning units include a focus on these success skills: • Critical thinking/problem solving, • Collaboration• Communication• Creativity

Other ProgramsEffective learning does not always take place exclusively in the classroom. As a school we wish to broaden learning horizons so that students can connect the outside world to their work in school. Each club in school tries to provide these enrichment activities. The objective is to the get children out of the classroom, and engage in other facets of learning through meaningful interaction with other students who share the same interests. We promote collaborative learning in different fields for students from Grade VI, and they can choose up to three clubs to be a part of.

Eco-Sustainability ClubThe Club focuses on waste management. It does so by generating awareness about littering and behavior modification.

Sports ClubThe main objective of the Sports Club is to inculcate sportsmanship in children. The club promotes high level of physical endurance and discipline, values that are crucial for students’ success.

Literary ClubThe club will promote literary interests & activities on campus and analyze both reading and writing perspectives.

Cuisine ClubIt focuses on spreading awareness on healthy eating habits. Students will have sessions on interesting elements like cooking without fire, salad making and international cuisines.

Personality Development WorkshopsThe focus of these workshops is to help understand yourself better and shape the thinking and perception of one’s self and of others.

D.E.A.R. ProgramThe Drop-Everything-And-Read Program gives students time to read what they want to read, share what they’ve read, and receive the support they need for future reading explorations and reflections.

Student Wellness ProgramMeru International School is the safest place for your child after home. The Student Wellness Program cultivates a healthy and safe community that inspires students to succeed as leaders, role models, advocates and good citizens.

Gender Sensitivity ProgramIn a 21st century society, there is no place for gender discrimination. It sensitizes students about stereotyping, inequality and gender discrimination. The program fosters a respect for equality.

Student Exchange Program( Senior School)During this program, students from different schools are exposed to an intensive program that increases their understanding of other cultures, communities, and languages.

Customized Ind iv idual Improvement Plan (IIP)( Senior School)We offer need-based individual sessions to students which are age and gender based. The focus of every session is to help the child explore the emotional and psychological aspect of growth.

Parent Connect

Assessment

Counselling

At Meru International School, we believe that the teachers and parents are equal stakeholders in a child’s growth and development. This is the reason that we have crafted a comprehensive program that brings the teachers and parents closer, and makes the child’s progress a collaborative effort. The primary objective of the Parent Connect Program is to provide a platform where the parent and the teacher interact to find opportunities to refine the child’s individual learning plan. Parents are involved in various platform like guest lectures, Students Led Conferences.

The purpose of assessment is to ensure academic and co-scholastic development of a child. At Meru International School, we believe that regular assessment of a student is an integral part of the planning, teaching and learning process.

Formative AssessmentTeachers consider ways of assessing students’ learning in the contextof llearners’ expectations of the main idea of the unit. Formative assessment provides information that is used to plan the next stage of learning. It is interwoven with learning, and helps teachers and students find out what the students already know and can do.

Formative assessment is therefore an integral part of teaching and learning. It helps learners experience increased self-esteem and personal confidence. Furthermore, it enables each learner’s learning to progress at an optimum rate. Formative assessment and teaching are directly linked and function together purposefully.

Summative AssessmentSummative assessment tasks are linked to the learning standards prescribed for one unit and any teaching outside of the program. Summative assessment is the culmination of the teaching and learningprocess, and gives the students opportunities to demonstrate what hasbeen learned. It can assess several elements simultaneously: it informsand improves student learning and the teaching process; it measuresunderstanding of the main idea, and prompts students towards action.

Psychometric AssessmentPsychometric assessments are used to measure students’ mental capabilities and behavioural style. They are designed to measure the characteristics of a child’s personality and aptitude (or cognitive abilities). They are conducted by a trained psychologist, and it helps students improve their affective learning abilities as well. School counsellors are an important part of the educational leadership team and provide valuable assistance to students regardless of whether they work in elementary, middle or high school.

We have a dedicated team of student counsellors in place to help students navigate through any challenge that comes along the way. Our counsellors offer support, including organizational, academic and test-taking skills. They also help students develop peer relationships, coping strategies and effective social skills. Communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution are a big part of the counsellor’s role along with providing valuable substance abuse education. The other roles of the counsellors include:

• Goal setting/decision-making• Education on understanding of self, including strengths and weaknesses• Transition plans• Career Planning• Individual and small-group counselling• Individual/family/school crisis intervention• Conflict resolution• Consultation/collaboration• Referrals• Psychometric testing

Infrastructure and Facilities

Physical Education is an important facet of every child’s development and we offer an array of activities for them to partake in. • Cricket• Volleyball• Basketball • Badminton• Mini Football• Athletics Track• Table Tennis• Indoor Sports• Gymnastics• Karate

Meru International School boasts of a centrally located state-of-the-art campus.

Sports

Arts

Academic

Technology in Education

Performing Arts gives children the opportunity to explore their creative potential. We offer many disciplines for children to choose from.• Music• Western Dance• Vocal Room• Wonder Room• Fine Arts Dept. & Gallery• Amphitheatre

To stimulate cognitive thinking, Meru International School is equipped with the latest technology to help students learn practical applications of classroom education.• Computer Lab• Biology Lab• Chemistry Lab• Physics Lab• Science Park*• Library

*Planned for next academic session

Every classroom at Meru International School is a Digital Classroom. Teachers and students have access to the internet, and the classrooms are equipped with a digital display to make learning an audio-visual experience. The classrooms are also temperature controlled along with fresh air circulators ensuring that your children are always comfortable and in the best frame of mind to absorb the knowledge imparted.

Technology in SafetySafety is paramount to us at Meru International School. Besides having a team of efficient and verified security and housekeeping personnel (men and women), our entire campus is also monitored by CCTV cameras. Our premises are fully equipped to deal with emergencies and natural disasters. All our buses are GPS enabled so you always know where your child is, even in transit.

Technology in CommunicationWe offer parents a platform to stay connected with the school through a mobile app which includes a Parent Connect feature to keep you abreast of all your child’s developments.

TransportationOur fully air-conditioned school buses ply on a wide network of routes across the city. They are driven by experienced professionals and every bus is accompanied by a guard.

NutritionThe food we prepare at our canteen is made from high quality produce, and the entire menu is designed by a nutritionist, keeping your child’s health in mind.

MERU INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL,Adjacent to My Home Jewel, Chandanagar, Hyderabad.

Call: 040-68139900, 9100666093, 8101700700.www.meruinternationalschool.com

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