Senior Academics

Following Circular No. Acad-05/2017 issued by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on January 31, 2017, ISM has implemented revisions to the assessment framework for students in Classes IX and X, thereby discontinuing the Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) scheme effective from the onset of the academic year 2017.

The Board will administer Class X Examinations, each subject carrying 80 marks and encompassing the entire syllabus of Class X. Both marks and grades will be awarded per subject, employing a 9-point grading system akin to that utilized for Class XII. Internal Assessment, accounting for 20 marks, will be based on specific criteria: periodic written test would be considered for final marks, notebook submission, and subject enrichment activities, varying according to subject specifications outlined by the CBSE curriculum. Co-scholastic activities, aimed at holistic student development, encompass Work Education, Art Education, and Health & Physical Education, graded on a 5-point scale (A to E) without descriptive indicators, and no grade upscaling will be implemented.

For the sake of consistency, ISM will adopt the assessment model outlined above for Class X, extending it to Class IX by the guidelines set forth by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).

Students enrolled in Class XI and XII have the option to pursue one of three streams: Science, Commerce, or Humanities, each encompassing five subjects. In the Science Course, English, Physics, and Chemistry are mandatory subjects, with Mathematics or Biology as the fourth subject and Computer Science, Engineering Graphics, or Physical Education as the fifth. Alternatively, students may select Biology as the fourth subject, with Mathematics, Psychology, or Physical Education as the fifth. The Commerce Course includes English, Accountancy, Business Studies, and Economics as compulsory subjects, with a choice between Mathematics, Informatics Practices, Entrepreneurship, Physical Education, for the fifth subject. Similarly, the Humanities Course mandates English, Psychology, and Sociology, with additional options including Economics, Physical Education, Entrepreneurship, and Fine Arts (Sculpture & Painting). Both theoretical and practical exams must be completed separately.

“Academic Excellence and Beyond: The Educational Journey at ISM” – At ISM, the culmination of the Class XII course is marked by the All-India Senior Secondary Examinations, conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education. Under the guidance of Principal, academics are of paramount importance, with a meticulously planned year-long syllabus and adherence to CBSE guidelines. Supplementary worksheets, provided for each subject and discussed thoroughly in class, reinforce learning. Additionally, remedial and high achiever classes ensure individualized attention, contributing to ISM’s academic prominence among Gulf schools.

Education at ISM extends beyond the classroom, with subject-related field trips and practical activities enhancing students’ hands-on experience. Self-study topics encourage research and presentation skills, fostering insight formation and public speaking abilities. Teachers leverage digital technology for effective teaching, with classrooms equipped with screens, projectors, and laptops for an interactive learning environment. This emphasis on practical learning and technological integration enriches the teaching-learning process at ISM, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience for students.