All about Isha Home School

Isha Home School was started by Sadhguru in 2015.  It is a unique educational initiative that offers an integrated approach to learning, based on the Shaastras. The school curriculum includes academics, sports, and life skills, with an emphasis on character development and service to society.

Isha Home School provides an inclusive environment where every child is nurtured to reach his or her full potential. The school offers a unique curriculum that integrates academics, sports, and life skills. The emphasis is on character development and service to society.

The school has a team of dedicated teachers who are committed to providing the best possible education to their students. They use innovative methods to teach traditional subjects like math, science, and language arts. In addition, they also teach students about Indian culture and values.

Isha Home School is located in the city of Coimbatore, in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. It is open to children of all religions and socio-economic backgrounds.

How Does Isha home school work?

Isha Home School has children aged 7-9 in the Junior School, age 10-13 in the Middle School. The kids can work in same place this provides a multi-age atmosphere where kids can learn from each other.

Each home is cared for by house-parents and teachers. Isha Home aims to provide an atmosphere where kids can learn without the pressure of exams.

The structure is basically divided into

Junior School -The children develop basic skills in a variety of subjects that includes Languages, Environmental Studies, Sanskrit, Basic Science and Mathematics.

Middle School - This is an integrated 3-year curriculum that provides learning skills in every subject. The subjects included are English, Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, Sanskrit and Tamil.

Junior and Middle School comprise of nine “homes” and the Senior School learning center is a separate building of over 50,000 sq. feet called the Gnana Shala.

Senior School- When students go to grades 8-12,they are prepared to meet the requirements of a prescribed syllabus.

The students are allowed to pick their subjects from the choices offered by the Council, that are available in school.

This helps students in XI and XII Standard to continue their studies with a higher  focus on their interests and higher education.The students have the freedom to choose 4-6 subjects from an extensive list of subjects offered by the school and the Council.

Isha home School is affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE).

They have a separate building for Senior School called the Gnana Shala (meaning “the abode of knowledge”). The building has smart classrooms, three science labs for Biology, Chemistry and Physics are well equipped, contemporary and spacious. There is a separate audio-visual room and computer lab. The library has a collection of over 10,000 books.

Features:

• To provide children with an inspiring and loving atmosphere.
• To promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• To expose children to a wide range of experiences in academics, sports, and extracurricular activities.
• To instill in children the values of service and compassion.
• To provide children with the opportunity to take up responsibility for themselves.
• To allow a child to grow without pressure and stress to meet he demands of the society
• To create an educational system that can be a model for others.
• To mould children into sensible, respectful, and vibrant human beings bu providing the right environment.

Admissions:

Admissions for each academic year begin around the month of October of the preceding year. New students are chosen on the basis of their academic ability, interests and skills

They ensure that the parents understand their pedagogy and vision to be able embibe their philosophy.

The admission procedure starts with the registration which can be done either online or offline. After the registration, there will be an interaction between the parents and the school authorities. The next step is to appear for a written test and an interview.

After the selection process is completed, the child will have to undergo a medical examination. Once the child is cleared by the medical team, he or she will be given a date to join the school.

Faculty in Isha Home School:

The faculty is composed of a mix of individuals who are qualified people with experience of working in different fields.  

They are dedicated to their work and want to contribute to the betterment of the society.

The teachers use various methods to teach the students. They make use of multimedia, projectors, and other audio-visual aids. They also take the help of field trips and excursions to make the learning process more interesting.

Isha Home School has a well-stocked library which has a collection of books, journals, and magazines. The library is open to all the students and staff members.

Extra-curricular activities:

Isha Home School provides a wide range of extracurricular activities that help students develop their talents and interests. These include art, music, drama, dance, and sports. Students can also participate in service projects that help them give back to the community.

Apart from the academic rigor, sports and games are an integral part of Isha home school's curriculum. Every student is encouraged to participate in at least one sport. The school has teams for cricket, football, basketball, volleyball, kabaddi, and athletics. The school also has a world-class swimming pool.

Isha Home School provides transportation facility to the students who live far away from the school. The buses ply to different parts of the city and the suburbs.

The school also has a canteen that serves healthy and nutritious food to the students and staff members.

The menu includes seasonal fruits and vegetables.

The day in Isha Home begins with yoga and meditation, followed by classes according to the interests of the students.

The school provides an opportunity for every child to explore his or her potential in a variety of areas. There are no exams, and the emphasis is on learning through experience.

Students get opportunity to participate and interact with experts from all walks of life during workshops. Students also actively participate in various volunteering programs, in order to cultivate their sense of inclusion and a broader definition of community.

The students go for regular outings and study tours to compliment their in-class learning. Students of Class XI are taken abroad in order to facilitate an exchange of culture.

The school provides a well-rounded education that helps students grow into complete individuals.

Isha Home School aims to create a generation of responsible global citizens. The school provides an environment where children can grow into sensible, respectful, and vibrant human beings.

If you are interested in exploring an alternate way of schooling, Isha Home School can give that opportunity to kids.

You can contact them at:

office@ishahomeschool.org

Admissions: admissions@ishahomeschool.org