NEP | Foundational Stage | class 1 syllabus

🅐 — Alphabet & Awareness

Syllabus

  • A-Z recognition (capital + small)

  • Letter sounds (phonics)

  • Environmental awareness (home, family, school)

Parent Care

  • Read picture books daily

  • Speak in mother tongue + simple English

  • Use objects: apple, ball etc.

🅑 — Basic Reading Skills

Syllabus

  • Listen → speak → read → write sequence

  • 2-3 letter words (cat, sun)

  • Picture-word matching

Parent Care

  • Don’t force fast reading

  • Storytelling before sleep

  • Praise attempts, not perfection

🅒 — Counting & Numbers

Syllabus

  • Numbers 1-100

  • Count objects

  • Before/after, greater/smaller

Parent Care

  • Count fruits, toys, steps

  • Use kitchen math (3 bananas etc.)

  • Avoid worksheet overload

🅓 — Drawing & Creativity

Syllabus

  • Free drawing

  • Colouring

  • Shapes recognition

Parent Care

  • Allow messy art

  • No comparison with other kids

  • Encourage imagination

🅔 — Emotional Development

Syllabus

  • Express feelings

  • Sharing, caring

  • Friendship skills

Parent Care

  • Talk daily: “How was school?”

  • Teach apology & gratitude

  • Avoid shouting / fear learning

🅕 — Fine Motor Skills

Syllabus

  • Pencil grip

  • Tracing lines

  • Cutting, folding

Parent Care

  • Clay play

  • Thread beads

  • Paper folding

🅖 — Games & Physical Growth

Syllabus

  • Outdoor play

  • Balance, jumping, running

  • Yoga basics

Parent Care

  • Minimum 1 hour outdoor play

  • Reduce screen time

  • Healthy sleep routine

🅗 — Hygiene Habits

Syllabus

  • Hand washing

  • Toilet training independence

  • Clean eating habits

Parent Care

  • Teach by example

  • Pack simple healthy food

  • Morning routine training

🅘 — Imagination & Inquiry

Syllabus

  • Ask questions

  • Curiosity activities

  • Nature exploration

Parent Care

  • Never say “Don’t ask”

  • Take to park, temple festivals, markets

  • Encourage observation

🅙 — Joyful Learning

Syllabus

  • Music, rhymes, dance

  • Story acting

  • Play-based classroom

Parent Care

  • Avoid exam pressure

  • Celebrate small learning

  • Make learning fun

🅚 — Knowledge of Surroundings

Syllabus

  • My home, my school

  • Plants, animals

  • Festivals & culture

Parent Care

  • Teach local culture (Kerala festivals, traditions)

  • Visit farm/temple/beach

🅛 — Listening Skills

Syllabus

  • Follow instructions

  • Listen to stories

  • Classroom rules

Parent Care

  • Talk calmly

  • Give small tasks

  • Avoid too many commands

🅜 — Moral Values

Syllabus

  • Truthfulness

  • Respect elders

  • Kindness

Parent Care

  • Model behaviour

  • Teach through stories

  • No harsh punishments

🅝 — Numeracy Foundations

Syllabus

  • Addition/subtraction basics

  • Shapes, patterns

  • Simple measurement

Parent Care

  • Use daily examples

  • Play math games

  • Focus concept, not speed

🅞 — Oral Language

Syllabus

  • Speaking in sentences

  • Show-and-tell

  • Vocabulary growth

Parent Care

  • Talk a lot with child

  • Encourage storytelling

  • Avoid correcting harshly

🅟 — Play-Based Learning

Syllabus

  • Role play

  • Puzzle solving

  • Toy-based exploration

Parent Care

  • Provide educational toys/books

  • Limit tuition in Class 1

  • Learning through play is NEP goal

🅠 — Questioning Ability

Syllabus

  • Why/How questions

  • Logical thinking

Parent Care

  • Answer patiently

  • Encourage thinking

🅡 — Rhymes & Reading Culture

Syllabus

  • Poems

  • Picture reading

  • Library habit

Parent Care

  • Daily 10-minute reading time

  • Buy picture books instead of gadgets

🅢 — Social Skills

Syllabus

  • Team play

  • Classroom cooperation

  • Respect diversity

Parent Care

  • Arrange playdates

  • Teach sharing toys

  • Avoid isolating child

🅣 — Thinking Skills

Syllabus

  • Sorting objects

  • Matching patterns

  • Problem solving games

Parent Care

  • Board games

  • Puzzle solving

  • Encourage trial-and-error

🅤 — Understanding Instructions

Syllabus

  • Follow 2-step directions

  • Classroom routine

Parent Care

  • Give small home responsibilities

  • Encourage independence

🅥 — Values & Cultural Roots

Syllabus

  • Respect nature

  • Simple prayers/values songs

  • Festivals knowledge

Parent Care

  • Include family traditions

  • Teach gratitude habits

🅦 — Writing Skills

Syllabus

  • Trace letters

  • Write words slowly

  • Simple sentences

Parent Care

  • Don’t rush handwriting

  • Focus posture & grip

  • Short practice daily

🅧 — eXploration Activities

Syllabus

  • Field visits

  • Nature observation

  • Sensory learning

Parent Care

  • Gardening with child

  • Cooking help

  • Science through daily life

🅨 — Yoga & Mindfulness

Syllabus

  • Breathing exercises

  • Simple stretches

  • Calm sitting

Parent Care

  • Morning routine

  • Reduce anxiety

  • Family yoga time

🅩 — Zeal for Learning

Goal of NEP Class 1

  • Love school

  • Confidence

  • Curiosity mindset

Parent Care

  • Avoid marks obsession

  • Encourage questions

  • Support emotional security