At Empathy School, learning is more than academics—it’s a journey of becoming. We believe that true education begins when a child feels safe, connected, and curious.
Our philosophy is rooted in empathy:
This year, through the theme “Harmony with Nature,” we invited students to explore what it means to live wisely and kindly—through books and through mud, through writing and through walking barefoot on the land.
Our students learned from two classrooms: the pages of their books, and the roots beneath their feet. They read, wrote, measured, and researched—but juga planted, observed, harvested, and reflected.
Empathy School follows its own integrated curriculum — the EQ Smart Curriculum — developed by our founder during his time at Harvard University to blend academic rigor with emotional intelligence and ecological awareness.
This curriculum draws from:
Ensure sustainable consumption patterns — reducing waste, using resources wisely, and building systems that support long-term well-being.
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts through education, innovation, and community strategies.
Protect, restore, and promote sustainable use of land ecosystems — including forests, soil, biodiversity, and natural habitats.
Our Primary School shares a common theme each year: Harmony with Nature.
Kids use their senses to spot patterns in nature and show empathy through stories and games. They learn by watching, feeling, and using their imagination.
Pupils begin to ask “why” and “how” as they study ecosystems, energy flows, and what communities need. They use reading and math skills in real-world projects that involve planning, measuring, and working together.
Students take on leadership roles. They come up with fixes, write to convince others, and team up with kids from different grades. Their learning shows they’re taking charge, from arguing about climate rules to running composting programs.
Assessment honors the whole child through:
Helping students understand not just what they know, but who they are becoming.
Weekly flows that bring the theme to life:
Our spaces spark awe and foster empathy. Classrooms are nature-inspired and adaptable—bathed in sunlight and earthy hues. We use gardens, paddy fields, and forest borders as everyday places to learn. Students are empowered to choose their workspace, fostering self-reliance and ownership of their education.
Theme: Harmony with Nature
| Subject Area | Example Connection to Theme |
|---|---|
| English / Language Arts | Writing persuasive letters to reduce plastic use |
| Mathematics | Graphing food waste and analysing water consumption |
| Science | Studying ecosystems, plant cycles, and climate trends |
| Social Studies | Exploring cultural practices of sustainability |
| Arts | Creating natural dyes, upcycled sculptures, eco-theatre |
| SEL | Practicing mindfulness in nature, journaling reflections |
