Language
Our Language program equips individuals with the tools to navigate a world of diverse communication. We foster a love for reading, writing, and communication, empowering students to become articulate and expressive individuals. The program cultivates multilingualism from an early age, fostering cognitive flexibility and broadening cultural perspectives, preparing children to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
Learning Area Purpose
The Language Program equips learners to:
- make meaning of the language.
- understand a variety of texts and develop an informed appreciation for literature.
- communicate effectively and creatively, according to the medium and the audience.
Our Process
Key Learning Experiences
Love to Read Program
Ekya’s ‘Love to Read Program’ encourages students to explore new genres, authors, and stories, developing essential skills and fostering a lifelong love for reading. The program includes experiences such as:
Author Talks
Students engage with and draw inspiration from popular authors.
Guided Leveled Reading Program
Supports readers and their diverse reading abilities.
Literary Circle
A program designed to foster literary engagement by encouraging participants to share their thoughts on the books they’re reading.
School Book Club
We can say – our young readers get together to share their reviews, choices of books and discuss how authors write books! Some of them even wrote their own books
Reading Initiatives
We keep everyone hooked to reading by saying “Drop Everything And Read! ” Building lifelong reading habits and readers, one book at a time!
Ekya Publications
Ekya Publications is a collection of exciting stories, essays, book reviews, comic strips- only available at Ekya Schools! Come and read with us!
Creating Literature
Empowers students to create literature and become confident writers.
Our Three-Language Approach
- English: The medium of instruction for all students across all campuses
- Kannada: The local language, offered at different levels to all our students.
- Hindi / French: Hindi is offered to Primary School students, while Middle School students can choose an additional language between Hindi and French.
A booklist with a difference
This booklist for the English Language Program is designed to provide students with a diverse range of texts that will engage them, challenge them, and inspire them.
Focus on essential skills
The curriculum includes thoughtful and engaging content focused on building essential skills like reading, writing, speaking and listening using fiction, non-fiction and poetry.
Use of the Writing Process
The writing process is a significant part of the language program where all writing is treated as a creative act which requires time and positive feedback. Students use feedback to modify their work and have to return to the prewriting step to develop and expand their ideas.
Immersion into Fiction, Nonfiction, and Poetry
At Ekya, through our language program, students delve into diverse genres of books, encompassing fiction, non-fiction, and poetry. We acknowledge that each student is distinct, with their unique reading and writing styles, so we encourage them to explore various genres and discover their ideal fit.
Inclusive and Diverse Selection of Books
Fiction
From timeless classics to contemporary narratives, students immerse themselves in stories that spark imagination and empathy. Our unique booklist hosts books written by popular authors from India and across the world.
Non-fiction
Biographies, reports, essays, and informational texts help students engage with real-world issues and develop critical thinking.
Poetry
Through rhythm, metaphor, and emotion, students explore the power of language in its most expressive form.
Including Books by Indian Authors
We feature award-winning Indian authors’ works in contemporary Indian settings to make connections to local and familiar contexts!
Three Language Approach
English is the medium of instruction, Kannada provides the local flavour and our students learn Hindi (up to Grade 4) or French (from Grade 5 and above)
Inclusion of Indian Authors
We feature award-winning Indian authors’ works in contemporary Indian settings.
Building Empathy
Our book selection helps build empathy and understanding among students through diverse titles.
Overview of the Book Plan
Our book plan is designed based on international benchmarks and standards to prepare students for various language uses.
Books About Books
Early grades start the year with stories that celebrate books and libraries, fostering a love for reading from a young age.
Summer Reading Program
Ekya’s summer reading program is a structured initiative designed to encourage children to read during their school break
Writing Process
The writing process is a significant part of the language program where all writing is treated as a creative act which requires time and positive feedback. Students use feedback to modify their work and have to return to the prewriting step to develop and expand their ideas.
Prewrite
Our students brainstorm ideas, decide on a topic, and plan their approach.
Research
They find relevant sources, collect information, and organise their findings.
Draft
Our students rearrange their paragraphs, replace unclear language, and improve their content.
Revise
Our students rearrange their paragraphs, replace unclear language, and improve their content.
Edit & Proofread
As a last step, they check their formatting, grammar, and punctuation to ensure a polished final product.
Decode the World of Languages
Decode the World of Languages
Decode the World of Languages