Explorations are the flagship learning experiences at The Northstar School. A lot of time and thought in designing and delivering complex, broad and meaningful learning experiences is spent. Over the last 5 years we have designed dozens of explorations. This year, we have completely rethought and redesigned our Explorations approach

Classical Indian Art consists of a variety of art forms. It has a magical quality that automatically transports one to a bygone era & makes it come alive. Indian Classical Art is an amalgamation of different cultures, ancient customs, traditions, food, fashion & so much more. To have each learner of grades

The joyous festival of Diwali brings along with it the celebration of the victory of good over evil and of knowledge over ignorance. Celebrants around the world decorate their homes with diyas to ‘light’ the way to enlightenment. The Northstar family came together as a community to set alight the

Community Gatherings at Northstar are for our learners to share their understanding, knowledge & skills beyond their domain with their peers and the community. After a long period, 3 beautiful consecutive physical community gatherings were presented by our senior learners. The learners of grade 12 presented 3 mindful skits, addressing the

Learning by doing has a powerful impact on a child’s life. At Northstar, we have project-based learning, learning through role-playing & simulations, and learning by doing an internship which allows learners to make real-life connections. Home Kits: This academic year, The Northstar School had come up with new ways to

Time is elusive. Despite its elusiveness, we can measure time exceptionally well. Timekeeping, however, is fundamentally different and more challenging than other measurements because it requires continuity. Clocks are instruments that measure and showtime. For millennia, humans have been measuring time in various ways, such as tracking the movements of

Film, also called motion picture or movie, is a series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen using light. Since motion pictures were invented, audiences have loved how they tell stories. Movies are one of the most accessible and beloved forms of entertainment in the

There’s nothing more essential to life on Earth than water. Yet, people across the world are struggling to access the quantity and quality of water they need for drinking, cooking, bathing, handwashing, etc. Access to clean water changes everything; it’s a stepping-stone to development. Water connects every aspect

The term ‘food’ refers to what we eat and what nourishes our body. Some of our knowledge of what early man ate comes from archaeological studies of cave drawings of food and preparation activities. Primitive men collected their food from wild animals and plants. To understand the evolution of food

The Northstar School is one of the few schools in the country providing truly international experiences. We believe that our learners should be global citizens and should have the skills and knowledge to understand different cultures. Our Global Language Experience Program is aimed to provide experience of different cultures through

Conflicts and Resolutions are a part of our day to day life. Every conflict has a solution. Conflict in general terms can be referred to as disagreement between two or more individuals arising whenever individuals have different values, opinions, needs, interests and are unable to find a solution. The topic

Farewells always leave you teary eyed, for not only do they remind you of the inevitable parting but are also a constant reminder of the wonderful time spent together. With a plethora of emotions brimming in the hearts of the Northstar family, we recently organised a farewell party to bid

History is much more than dates and events. Our past is the foundation of our present & our future. Learners of grade 3 & 4 explored the topic “Past: The foundation of Present.” In the launch stage, learners were introduced to the term ‘Past’. They also learnt the significance of our history.

At Northstar, we recognize that learning happens everywhere and from everyone, not just during “school time”. We are happy to have an engaging, dynamic and cooperative parent community. It is very important for parents and educators to be on the same page for a child's holistic development. It matters to

As a part of the poetry week at The Northstar, the learners explored different and exciting ways of celebrating the richness of poetry. Northstar Explorations Program learners indulged in several activities including, reading and understanding soulful and powerful poetry by famous poets from different eras such as Walt Whitman, William

Art is often found in more places than we might realize. Art has spun around for thousands of years and through the ages it has evolved in a number of different ways. The definition of art is very subjective and varies from person to person. There isn’t one agreed

Learning at Northstar is hands-on, collaborative, meaningful, engaging & student-centric. Subject knowledge is delivered in a multi-disciplinary way through class projects that are inspired by real-life context. Students learn how problem-solving can happen in the real world. Our approach is highly student-centric. We acknowledge the uniqueness of each learner, encouraging them

At Northstar, we believe that learning takes place beyond the classroom and it is our role as educators to show this to our learners and help them understand how to keep learning throughout their lives. We have designed our curriculum in a way that education is not limited to the

The Global Pandemic has disrupted lives in so many ways, especially for children. It has become more important than ever for parents to focus on their child's physical and mental wellbeing. With an ever increasing focus on formal learning, it’s more important than ever for parents to see the

2020 has been a tough year but the spirit of positivity and togetherness is what has kept us going forward. We had to take a leap of faith from classroom learning to virtual learning. It was a real task for parents and educators to ensure that children adjust and learn

The spirit of Christmas brings love, joy, hope, light and peace. Christmas is for giving and sharing, for laughter, and coming together with family and friends. It was surely a Christmas to remember at the Northstar School. The essence of Christmas came alive at The Northstar when the students and

Mathematics can be fun, challenging, hands on and applicable in real life. To celebrate the spirit of mathematical learning and to explore various mathematical concepts in a creative manner, Math Day was celebrated at The Northstar School on 11th of December. Backed by a rigorous planning, our educators successfully conducted

Some have said that wealth is power. But it is equally true that power brings wealth. So what is the relationship between these two objects of desire? To fully understand the dynamics between the two, the topic of “Wealth & Power” was introduced to our learners of grades 5 & 6. In

Diwali is the festival of lights which is celebrated in various regions across India. Also, known by the name of ‘Deepavali’ marks the celebration of togetherness, love & sharing. The name ‘Deepavali’ means an ‘Array of Lights’. To make the students understand the importance of Diwali, The Northstar School had a

October 15, is a very special day in Indian history. It was on this day in the year 1931 that Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, the former president of India who made our country a missile & nuclear power, was born in Rameshwaram. A great scientist, he saw the dream to make