IYV Hub | Preschool in Vizag | Ivy Crest School

Programs &

Curriculum

Seven thoughtfully designed programs from Playschool to Grade 3 — each one built for the exact developmental stage of your child.

IVY Hub

A Journey Through Every Stage

Admission age criteria follow NEP 2020 guidelines, with minimum age calculated as of 31 March and a grace period allowed until 1 June.

Primary Years (Grades 1–3)

22 months – 3 years

Playgroup

A gentle first step beyond home

Guided with care and reassurance, children in Playgroup take their first step into school life. Through play, music, and storytelling, they build trust, develop communication skills, and establish social comfort — all while settling in at their own pace. Our focus is entirely on emotional security and belonging.

3 – 4 years

Nursery

Exploring the world around them

Nursery children begin engaging more actively with the world. Play-based experiences are thoughtfully designed to strengthen language development, fine and gross motor skills, and social confidence. We nurture growing independence while keeping the environment warm and supportive throughout.

4 – 5 years

Junior KG

Intentional yet joyful learning

Learning becomes more intentional yet remains joyful. Early literacy and numeracy are introduced through stories, exploration, and hands-on activities that encourage thinking and expression. Children begin developing a positive identity as learners — curious, capable, and creative.

5 – 6 years

Senior KG

A confident bridge to primary school

Reading, writing, and number readiness grow through experiential learning. Problem-solving and emotional maturity are developed alongside academics, ensuring children transition to Grade 1 feeling confident, prepared, and excited about what comes next.

Early Years (Playgroup–Sr. KG)

Grade 1

Ages 6 – 7 years

Children strengthen core literacy and numeracy while developing confidence as independent learners through activity-based learning. The transition from kindergarten is handled with great care, ensuring every child feels settled and ready to explore.

Grade 2

Ages 7 – 8 years

Discussion, collaboration, and guided inquiry encourage children to think, question, and express themselves clearly. Reading and writing skills deepen significantly, and mathematical thinking becomes more structured and applied.

Grade 3

Ages 8 – 9 years

Children take greater ownership of their learning, building responsibility, teamwork, and quiet confidence in their abilities. Science and Social Studies are introduced as separate subjects, expanding their understanding of the world.

Primary Curriculum Partner

Grades 1–3 use Altura by Macmillan Education — a comprehensive, NEP 2020-aligned primary curriculum used in leading schools across India. All subjects are delivered through activity-based, inquiry-led approaches that keep children engaged and motivated.

Ivy Crest Open Academy

Our specialist programmes are open to all children in the community — not just Ivy Crest students. Whether your child attends another school or you're looking for quality enrichment, our Open Academy welcomes everyone aged 3 to 12.

Technology & Future Skills

Robotics & STEM

Hands-on robotics, coding, and STEM exploration. Children build, programme, and problem-solve — sparking a lifelong love for technology and logical thinking.

Ages 5 – 12

Performing Arts

Dance & Music

Classical and contemporary dance alongside vocal and instrumental music — taught by trained professionals. Children develop rhythm, discipline, and a beautiful creative voice.

Ages 3 – 12

Creative Arts

Art & Craft

A dedicated creative studio — drawing, painting, sculpting, mixed media, and craft making. We nurture artistic confidence and original self-expression in every child.

Ages 3 – 12

World-Class

Curriculum

Partners

Kindergarten (Playgroup–Sr. KG)

Playgroup

Ivy Crest Proprietary Curriculum

Custom-designed early years programme for ages 22m–3 years

Nursery

Macmillan Education + PLAY Series

Apply Yourself — research-backed international curriculum

Junior KG

Macmillan Education + PLAY Series

Structured yet playful learning through guided exploration

Senior KG

Macmillan Education + PLAY Series

School readiness with experiential literacy and numeracy

Primary (Grades 1–3)

Grade 1

Altura by Macmillan Education

English, Maths, EVS, Values, PE + Robotics & AI (2× weekly)

Grade 2

Altura by Macmillan Education

English, Maths, EVS, Values, PE + Robotics & AI + Chess

Grade 3

Altura by Macmillan Education

English, Maths, Science, Social Studies + STEAM Projects

Fully Aligned with

NEP 2020

The National Education Policy 2020 emphasises play-based, activity-led, and discovery-based learning in the early years. Ivy Crest's entire curriculum architecture is built around these principles.

Admission age criteria follow NEP 2020 guidelines, with the minimum age calculated as of 31 March and a grace period allowed until 1 June.

Play-Based Foundational Stage

Ages 3–8 treated as the foundational stage with emphasis on play, discovery, and joy over rote learning.

Holistic Progress Reports

Assessment focuses on overall development — not just academic performance — at every stage.

Multilingual Learning Environment

Respect for home language while building strong English proficiency as a second language.

"Every child in our community deserves great learning."

Batches run after school and weekends. Seats are limited — register today and we'll share the schedule.