ABOUT THE PRESIDENT KALAM MEMORIAL SCHOOL
The President Kalam Memorial School strives to provide the highest educational standards, comprehensive curriculum in a safe and creative environment. The reality is that we foster an atmosphere that promotes critical thinking, curiosity, enthusiasm, and a strong work ethic. In addition, we encourage the physical, social and emotional development of our students in a nurturing, multicultural setting. Finally, we cultivate diversity and inclusion as well as individual talents. Therefore we aspire to see our students become well-rounded, lifelong learners, who are respectful, confident, positive, open-minded, and globally literate.
ROBUST MIND
President Kalam Memorial Tarapur students think big – really big. From Lower School through Upper School, teachers and coursework push them beyond what they imagine into areas of intellectual curiosity and personal discovery. They learn to navigate the moving horizons in our modern world, becoming passionate life-long learners.
STRONG CHARACTER
At the heart of our school is the commitment to teaching the importance of good character. PKMS inspires students to develop a set of values that include a love of learning, personal responsibility, self-motivation, concern for others, and a commitment to serve society.
CREATIVITY
first, think outside of the box
also, persevere
then learn through interdisciplinary approaches
finally develop entrepreneurial skills
CRITICAL THINKING
first analytical
then able to construct and debate a point of view
next problem-solvers
finally able to navigate ethical dilemmas
Frequently Asked Question about PKMS
The President Kalam Memorial School utilizes the changing characteristics and sensitivities of each developmental stage of the child and integrates and interweaves all curriculum areas into a systematic method of education
In President Kalam memorial school, Maujampur, children acquire knowledge through the use of scientifically designed concrete materials, which enhance conceptual thinking and lead to abstract thought. This child-centered learning process respects individual differences and fosters self-motivation. PKMS education reveals the child to be a lover of work and understands the child’s need to learn by doing, not by watching or memorizing.
The President Kalam Memorial School curriculum is much broader than most other curriculums. The PKMS method teaches more than just the basics. PKMS materials and methods teach our students to refine movement, to develop their senses, to think, to intend, to gain conscious awareness and control of emotions, to use language, to belong, to have friends, to be a contributing member of a group, and to distinguish between appropriate and inappropriate behavior. The Montessori curriculum helps the child to develop a strong foundation in language arts and math, engages children in an in-depth study of physical and cultural geography, zoology, botany, physical science, earth science, astronomy, history, art, music, and peace education. In addition, children learn practical skills for everyday life. But, more than this, President kalam Memorial School students gain self-esteem and learn how to be contributing members of a social community.
A President Kalam Memorial School classroom is peaceful, calm, and happy. PKMS students treat classroom materials, teachers, and other students with respect. PKMS students display patience, resistance to temptation, and choose to focus and concentrate for long periods of time. The PKMS classroom is a cheerful social community where children happily help each other. Learning social grace and courtesy are an integral part of the PKMS curriculum. The routine of the PKMS program is based upon the principle of freedom of choice rather than onset times for prescribed activities. Since everything in the PKMS environment is something that is worthwhile and educational, a child is free to work by choosing materials that fit his or her needs and interests. The materials in a PKMS classroom are carefully designed and thoroughly researched to meet the developmental needs and characteristics of children. The PKMS curriculum is systematic and carefully sequenced according to principles of development. Every activity is carefully thought out to build upon previous preparation, and to lead the intelligence on to a higher activity.
