Advancing Academics, Inspiring Excellence
Early Learning (Age 3–6)
Where curiosity and confidence grow
At Acumen International School, the Early Learning program nurtures imagination, independence, and a love for discovery. Designed for Nursery, Early Years 1 (EY1), and Early Years 2 (EY2), it blends play-based exploration with structured learning, creating joyful, meaningful experiences every day.
Our blended indoor–outdoor approach connects children with nature, transforming classrooms and gardens into spaces for discovery and creativity. Inspired by Reggio Emilia principles, learning is hands-on, child-led, and rooted in real-world experiences.
Children develop curiosity, empathy, and environmental awareness while building strong academic foundations in phonics, vocabulary, and early reading - preparing them confidently for primary school and beyond
English & phonics foundations
Creative maths & problem-solving
STEAM discovery
Art, music & movement
Nature exploration & sustainability
Mindfulness & physical play
Junior School
Building Foundations for the Future
At Acumen International School, the Junior School (Grade 1 to Grade 4) blends strong academics with joyful, real-world learning. From Grade 1 onwards, students have a choice of curriculum from - Cambridge and CBSE - allowing flexibility and personal choices to shape a strong future.
Grade 1 & 2
Building strong foundations for life
Early Primary Years that connect academic learning with real-world, hands-on experiences, nurturing confident communicators, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners.
Reading and writing program fostering imagination and expression
Concept-based mathematics
Science and environmental projects
Art, music, and physical education
Grade 3 & 4
Exploration, innovation, and global awareness
Learners engage in deeper exploration, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving that connects knowledge across subjects.
English and creative writing for confident communication
Applied maths and hands-on science experiments
Global studies and sustainability projects
Coding, robotics, and design thinking for problem-solving
Our Teaching Philosophy
Where Learning Comes Alive
At Acumen International School, learning is intentional, joyful, and deeply connected to the real world. Our pedagogy blends structured instruction with creativity, exploration, and reflection - ensuring every learner grows with understanding, curiosity, and confidence.
Nature-Connected Learning
Learning extends beyond the classroom into open, green spaces where children explore, question, and interact with their surroundings. This connection with nature nurtures responsibility, environmental awareness, and a sense of belonging to the world around them.
Intentional and Adaptive Teaching
Concepts are introduced clearly and purposefully, building strong foundations before moving to application. Teaching is flexible and tailored to individual learning styles, helping each child progress confidently at their own pace.
Hands-On and Digital Learning
Children learn best by doing — and by discovering through modern tools. Through projects, experiments, collaborative tasks, and age-appropriate technology, they connect ideas with experience. Digital learning resources complement hands-on exploration, fostering innovation, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving skills.
Holistic Growth
Every aspect of learning — intellectual, emotional, and social - is valued equally. Mindfulness, empathy, and teamwork are interwoven into daily routines, shaping well-rounded learners who are confident, kind, and capable.
Experiential Learning
Where Ideas Take Shape
At Acumen International School, experiential learning encourages students to explore, create, and understand through meaningful, real-world experiences. Through project-based learning, students take ownership of their ideas - planning, experimenting, and reflecting as they connect classroom concepts with life beyond it.
Learning comes alive through field trips, collaborative projects, and outdoor exploration, fostering curiosity, teamwork, and critical thinking. The program includes maintaining a kitchen garden, where children plant and study different types of plants - nurturing curiosity, responsibility, and an understanding of sustainable living.