Our cirruculum
At Shamiri Junior School, we proudly embrace a unique educational approach that thoughtfully blends the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) with the renowned Montessori method. This powerful combination allows us to create a dynamic and enriching learning environment where each child’s individual potential is nurtured, fostering holistic development and a lifelong love for learning.
Understanding CBC and Montessori at Shamiri
Practical application of knowledge: learners can use what they learn in real-world situations.
Development of core competencies: including communication and collaboration, critical thinking and problem-solving, creativity and imagination, citizenship, digital literacy, learning to learn, and self-efficacy.
Holistic development: Addressing the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective (emotional and social) domains of learning.
Continuous assessment: Tracking progress through a variety of methods beyond traditional exams.
Parental engagement: Recognizing the crucial role of parents in a child’s educational journey.
The Montessori Method, developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, is a child-centered educational philosophy based on scientific observations of children's learning processes. Its core tenets include;
Self-directed learning: Children are encouraged to choose their activities and learn at their own pace within a carefully prepared environment.
Hands-on learning: Utilizing specially designed Montessori materials that engage the senses and facilitate concrete understanding of concepts.
The Prepared Environment: Classrooms are thoughtfully organized to foster independence, curiosity, and a sense of order.
Holistic development: Focusing on the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth of each child.
Respect for the child: Recognizing each child as a unique individual with an innate desire to learn.
Integrating CBC and Montessori
We harness the learner-centered and competency-driven framework of CBC while implementing it through the child-led, hands-on, and developmentally appropriate practices of the Montessori method.
Our students develop the core competencies outlined in the CBC through engaging with Montessori materials and participating in self-directed, exploratory learning.
The Montessori emphasis on independence, self-discipline, and respect for others directly supports the CBC’s goal of nurturing engaged, empowered, and ethical citizens.
The prepared environment of our Montessori classrooms provides the ideal setting for the practical activities and real-world applications encouraged by the CBC.
We foster a learning atmosphere where curiosity is sparked, creativity is encouraged, and critical thinking is developed naturally, aligning with the aims of both approaches.