St Mary School
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St. Mary's School, Muzaffarpur

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9th-to-10th

 CURRICULUM

Classes IX–X | Secondary School | Academic Session 2026–27

1. Main Objectives

·         Help students understand concepts clearly instead of simply memorising facts.

·         Develop critical thinking, creativity, communication and problem-solving skills.

·         Encourage students to apply classroom learning to everyday life.

·         Build important life skills, values, digital awareness and environmental responsibility.

·         Give students opportunities to learn through projects, activities, experiments and teamwork.

·         Prepare students confidently for the Class X Board Examination while maintaining a healthy balance between studies and co-curricular activities.

2. Main Subjects and Learning Focus

Languages (English/Hindi/other prescribed language)

·         Improve reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary and communication.

·         Encourage students to express their ideas clearly and confidently.

·         Develop understanding and appreciation of literature.

Mathematics

·         Build strong understanding of mathematical concepts.

·         Develop logical reasoning and problem-solving skills.

·         Use mathematics in practical and real-life situations.

Science

·         Understand important concepts of Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

·         Learn through experiments, observation and practical activities.

·         Develop scientific thinking and the habit of using evidence before reaching conclusions.

·         Connect science with health, environment and sustainable living.

Social Science

·         Understand history, geography, democracy, constitutional values and basic economics.

·         Relate classroom learning to society and current real-life situations.

·         Develop skills through maps, case studies, source interpretation and data-based questions.

Skill/Optional Subjects

·         Provide opportunities to develop vocational, practical and life-related skills as offered by the school and permitted by CBSE.

Health & Physical Education

·         Promote fitness, sports participation, healthy habits and overall well-being.

Art Education

·         Encourage creativity, cultural understanding and appreciation of art.

3. Class IX – Subject-wise Learning

English Language & Literature

·         Read and understand factual, discursive and literary passages.

·         Practise descriptive, narrative and analytical writing in the prescribed formats.

·         Use grammar correctly in meaningful contexts.

·         Read and appreciate prescribed prose, poetry and supplementary texts.

·         Develop inference, interpretation, vocabulary and critical-response skills.

Second Language (Hindi/applicable language)

·         Improve reading comprehension and interpretation.

·         Practise writing and composition in prescribed formats.

·         Use grammar and vocabulary appropriately in context.

·         Read and appreciate prescribed literary and poetic texts.

·         Develop oral communication and creative expression.

Mathematics

·         Strengthen understanding of number systems, algebra, geometry and coordinate geometry.

·         Learn mensuration and statistics/probability as prescribed.

·         Develop mathematical reasoning and problem-solving.

·         Apply mathematical ideas to real-life situations through regular practice.

Science

·         Understand prescribed concepts related to matter, the living world, motion, force, work and related themes.

·         Take part in laboratory work, observation and experiments.

·         Practise numerical and application-based questions.

·         Connect science with health, environment and sustainable development.

·         Develop a scientific attitude and evidence-based thinking.

Social Science

·         Study prescribed themes in history, geography, political science and economics.

·         Understand democracy, constitutional values and institutions.

·         Use maps, case studies and source-based activities to strengthen learning.

·         Develop the ability to interpret information and answer competency-based questions.

4. Class X – Subject-wise Learning

English Language & Literature

·         Improve comprehension and inference through unseen texts.

·         Practise analytical, descriptive and creative writing.

·         Use grammar accurately and appropriately.

·         Read and appreciate prescribed literature and supplementary texts.

·         Regularly practise competency-based questions in preparation for Board assessment.

Second Language (Hindi/applicable language)

·         Practise unseen comprehension and interpretation.

·         Develop writing, composition and functional language skills.

·         Strengthen grammar and vocabulary through contextual practice.

·         Read prescribed literature and poetry with understanding.

·         Develop communication and creative-expression skills.

Mathematics

·         Build understanding of real numbers, algebra and coordinate geometry.

·         Develop skills in geometry and trigonometry.

·         Learn mensuration, statistics and probability as prescribed.

·         Use mathematical reasoning, modelling and application.

·         Practise competency-based and case-based questions regularly.

Science

·         Understand prescribed topics in chemical reactions, biology and natural phenomena.

·         Carry out practical work and scientific investigations.

·         Practise application-based questions, numericals, diagrams and interpretation.

·         Connect learning with health and environmental sustainability.

·         Prepare for competency-based Board assessment.

Social Science

·         Study prescribed national and global themes in history.

·         Understand resources, agriculture, industries and environmental issues in geography.

·         Explore democracy, federalism, institutions, power sharing and rights.

·         Understand development, sectors, money and credit, globalisation and consumer-related themes.

·         Practise map work, case/source-based questions and data interpretation.

5. Assessment and School-based Learning

·         Use regular tests and competency-based assessments to check understanding.

·         Assess learning through projects, activities, portfolios, quizzes, presentations, classwork and practical work wherever appropriate.

·         Include laboratory activities, map work, art-integrated learning and experiential tasks.

·         Maintain portfolios to record progress, reflection and evidence of learning.

·          Students ARE timelyGIVEN feedback and provideD support or enrichment according to their needs.

·          The latest CBSE subject-wise assessment scheme for the relevant academic sessionis followed

·          Revision, examination preparation and support for identified learning gaps.