Curiosity-Driven Curriculum for Real-World Skills
At HEWS, learning is a guided journey of discovery, thinking, creativity, and character. Our curriculum blends Finnish early childhood philosophy, experiential learning, STEAM innovation, and strong academic foundations aligned with national and international boards (CBSE & IB CP).
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Curriculum Philosophy
At HEWS, we believe children learn best when they are: • Engaged in real-world challenges • Supported socially and emotionally • Active participants, not passive listeners • Encouraged to think, create, and collaborate Our teaching approach is intentionally holistic, inquiry-driven, and student-centered, ensuring every learner develops academic strength, life skills, and personal well-being.
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Curriculum Philosophy
At HEWS, we believe children learn best when they are: • Engaged in real-world challenges • Supported socially and emotionally • Active participants, not passive listeners • Encouraged to think, create, and collaborate Our teaching approach is intentionally holistic, inquiry-driven, and student-centered, ensuring every learner develops academic strength, life skills, and personal well-being.
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Curriculum Philosophy
At HEWS, we believe children learn best when they are: • Engaged in real-world challenges • Supported socially and emotionally • Active participants, not passive listeners • Encouraged to think, create, and collaborate Our teaching approach is intentionally holistic, inquiry-driven, and student-centered, ensuring every learner develops academic strength, life skills, and personal well-being.
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Experiential & Project-Based Learning
Learning goes beyond textbooks. Students regularly engage in: • Research projects • Interdisciplinary STEAM work • Experiments and lab challenges • Field trips and outdoor exploration • Student-led exhibitions and showcases
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Experiential & Project-Based Learning
Learning goes beyond textbooks. Students regularly engage in: • Research projects • Interdisciplinary STEAM work • Experiments and lab challenges • Field trips and outdoor exploration • Student-led exhibitions and showcases
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Experiential & Project-Based Learning
Learning goes beyond textbooks. Students regularly engage in: • Research projects • Interdisciplinary STEAM work • Experiments and lab challenges • Field trips and outdoor exploration • Student-led exhibitions and showcases
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Well-Being & Happiness Curriculum
Our well-being program includes: • Mindfulness & reflection sessions • Joyful classroom routines • Social-emotional learning (SEL) • Positive discipline & restorative practices • Student mentorship circles
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Well-Being & Happiness Curriculum
Our well-being program includes: • Mindfulness & reflection sessions • Joyful classroom routines • Social-emotional learning (SEL) • Positive discipline & restorative practices • Student mentorship circles
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Well-Being & Happiness Curriculum
Our well-being program includes: • Mindfulness & reflection sessions • Joyful classroom routines • Social-emotional learning (SEL) • Positive discipline & restorative practices • Student mentorship circles
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Co-Scholastics
At HEWS, we offer rich opportunities in: • Sports and athletics • Music, arts, and drama • Nature clubs & eco activities • Coding, robotics & hobby clubs • Leadership and community service programs • Debate, public speaking & Model United Nations
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Co-Scholastics
At HEWS, we offer rich opportunities in: • Sports and athletics • Music, arts, and drama • Nature clubs & eco activities • Coding, robotics & hobby clubs • Leadership and community service programs • Debate, public speaking & Model United Nations
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Co-Scholastics
At HEWS, we offer rich opportunities in: • Sports and athletics • Music, arts, and drama • Nature clubs & eco activities • Coding, robotics & hobby clubs • Leadership and community service programs • Debate, public speaking & Model United Nations
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Learning Spaces & STEAM Labs
HEWS offers purpose-built labs and creative spaces to ignite innovation: • STEM, Robotics & Innovation Labs • Science, Math & Technology Learning • Arts, Performance & Creative Expression • Reading, Inquiry & Independent Learning
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Learning Spaces & STEAM Labs
HEWS offers purpose-built labs and creative spaces to ignite innovation: • STEM, Robotics & Innovation Labs • Science, Math & Technology Learning • Arts, Performance & Creative Expression • Reading, Inquiry & Independent Learning
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Learning Spaces & STEAM Labs
HEWS offers purpose-built labs and creative spaces to ignite innovation: • STEM, Robotics & Innovation Labs • Science, Math & Technology Learning • Arts, Performance & Creative Expression • Reading, Inquiry & Independent Learning
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Assessment Philosophy
We measure progress through growth, reflection, and evidence. Our assessment includes: • Project-based demonstrations • Unit-level exhibitions • Peer and collaborative evaluations • Triad reviews: parent–student–teacher conferences • Growth without rote learning or exam pressure
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Assessment Philosophy
We measure progress through growth, reflection, and evidence. Our assessment includes: • Project-based demonstrations • Unit-level exhibitions • Peer and collaborative evaluations • Triad reviews: parent–student–teacher conferences • Growth without rote learning or exam pressure
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Assessment Philosophy
We measure progress through growth, reflection, and evidence. Our assessment includes: • Project-based demonstrations • Unit-level exhibitions • Peer and collaborative evaluations • Triad reviews: parent–student–teacher conferences • Growth without rote learning or exam pressure
Approach
Approach
Approach
Learning Framework
Early Years
(Age 3–5 | NUR–PP2 | Finnish Early Years Curriculum)
Early Years
(Age 3–5 | NUR–PP2 | Finnish Early Years Curriculum)
Early Years
(Age 3–5 | NUR–PP2 | Finnish Early Years Curriculum)
Learning Methods
• Play-based learning
• Sensory and outdoor exploration
• Storytelling, music & movement
• Fine & gross motor activities
• Early numeracy & phonics
Learning Methods
• Play-based learning
• Sensory and outdoor exploration
• Storytelling, music & movement
• Fine & gross motor activities
• Early numeracy & phonics
Learning Methods
• Play-based learning
• Sensory and outdoor exploration
• Storytelling, music & movement
• Fine & gross motor activities
• Early numeracy & phonics
Assessment Methods
• Observation journals
• Learning portfolios
• Teacher–child interactions
• Parent feedback sessions
• No exams, no pressure
Assessment Methods
• Observation journals
• Learning portfolios
• Teacher–child interactions
• Parent feedback sessions
• No exams, no pressure
Assessment Methods
• Observation journals
• Learning portfolios
• Teacher–child interactions
• Parent feedback sessions
• No exams, no pressure
ElementarySchool
(Age 6–10 | Grade 1–5 | Finnish Curriculum)
ElementarySchool
(Age 6–10 | Grade 1–5 | Finnish Curriculum)
ElementarySchool
(Age 6–10 | Grade 1–5 | Finnish Curriculum)
Learning Methods
• Project-based units
• Inquiry and experiment activities
• Creative arts integration
• Computational thinking basics
Learning Methods
• Project-based units
• Inquiry and experiment activities
• Creative arts integration
• Computational thinking basics
Learning Methods
• Project-based units
• Inquiry and experiment activities
• Creative arts integration
• Computational thinking basics
Assessment Methods
• Unit projects & presentations
• Reading & reflection logs
• Peer collaboration reviews
• Parent-teacher meetings
Assessment Methods
• Unit projects & presentations
• Reading & reflection logs
• Peer collaboration reviews
• Parent-teacher meetings
Assessment Methods
• Unit projects & presentations
• Reading & reflection logs
• Peer collaboration reviews
• Parent-teacher meetings
Middle School
(Age 11–14 | Grade 6–8 | CBSE & IB)
Middle School
(Age 11–14 | Grade 6–8 | CBSE & IB)
Middle School
(Age 11–14 | Grade 6–8 | CBSE & IB)
Learning Methods
• Subject specialization
• STEM labs & design tasks
• Debate & public speaking
• Digital citizenship activities
• Clubs, research & competitions
Learning Methods
• Subject specialization
• STEM labs & design tasks
• Debate & public speaking
• Digital citizenship activities
• Clubs, research & competitions
Learning Methods
• Subject specialization
• STEM labs & design tasks
• Debate & public speaking
• Digital citizenship activities
• Clubs, research & competitions
Assessment Methods
• Project exhibitions
• Lab reports & research papers
• Skill-based rubrics
• Student reflections
• Continuous internal assessment
Assessment Methods
• Project exhibitions
• Lab reports & research papers
• Skill-based rubrics
• Student reflections
• Continuous internal assessment
Assessment Methods
• Project exhibitions
• Lab reports & research papers
• Skill-based rubrics
• Student reflections
• Continuous internal assessment
High School
(Age 15–18 | Grade 9–12 | CBSE till 10th & IB CP till 12)
High School
(Age 15–18 | Grade 9–12 | CBSE till 10th & IB CP till 12)
High School
(Age 15–18 | Grade 9–12 | CBSE till 10th & IB CP till 12)
Learning Methods
• Career-focused learning
• Capstone & internship projects
• Independent study pathways
• Leadership & community programs
• College readiness workshops
Learning Methods
• Career-focused learning
• Capstone & internship projects
• Independent study pathways
• Leadership & community programs
• College readiness workshops
Learning Methods
• Career-focused learning
• Capstone & internship projects
• Independent study pathways
• Leadership & community programs
• College readiness workshops
Assessment Methods
• Portfolios & presentations
• External + internal assessment
• IB CP professional projects
• Conferences with parent + mentor + student
Assessment Methods
• Portfolios & presentations
• External + internal assessment
• IB CP professional projects
• Conferences with parent + mentor + student
Assessment Methods
• Portfolios & presentations
• External + internal assessment
• IB CP professional projects
• Conferences with parent + mentor + student
FAQ
FAQ
FAQ
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Which schools offer the best international curriculum in Hyderabad?
What is the Finnish curriculum, and which schools offer it in Hyderabad?
Which schools in Hyderabad offer both CBSE and IB programs?
Do international curriculum schools prepare students for Indian competitive exams?
What is experiential learning in schools?
Which curriculum is best for my child ; CBSE, IB, or Finnish?
Why do parents choose international schools in Hyderabad?
Which schools offer the best international curriculum in Hyderabad?
What is the Finnish curriculum, and which schools offer it in Hyderabad?
Which schools in Hyderabad offer both CBSE and IB programs?
Do international curriculum schools prepare students for Indian competitive exams?
What is experiential learning in schools?
Which curriculum is best for my child ; CBSE, IB, or Finnish?
Why do parents choose international schools in Hyderabad?
Which schools offer the best international curriculum in Hyderabad?
What is the Finnish curriculum, and which schools offer it in Hyderabad?
Which schools in Hyderabad offer both CBSE and IB programs?
Do international curriculum schools prepare students for Indian competitive exams?
What is experiential learning in schools?
Which curriculum is best for my child ; CBSE, IB, or Finnish?
Why do parents choose international schools in Hyderabad?