National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2023
A key component of NEP 2020
Read on to know more about how NCF 2023 enables the educational transformation of India as envisaged by the NEP 2020
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What is National Curriculum Framework 2023?
The National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2023 serves as a comprehensive guideline for designing syllabi, textbooks, and teaching practices across India. The NCF 2023 is an integral component of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, aimed at fostering a holistic, inclusive, and multidisciplinary approach to education. This latest framework builds upon the foundational principles set in NCF 2022, expanding to cover all stages of school education from ages 3 to 18.
The National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2023 serves as a comprehensive guideline for designing syllabi, textbooks, and teaching practices across India. The NCF 2023 is an integral component of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, aimed at fostering a holistic, inclusive, and multidisciplinary approach to education. This latest framework builds upon the foundational principles set in NCF 2022, expanding to cover all stages of school education from ages 3 to 18.
Paradigm shifts in NEP 2020 that guide the NCF
NEP 2020 visualizes three paradigm shifts in School Education which guide the NCF
- Transitioning to a more multidisciplinary and holistic education
- Transitioning to an emphasis on critical and analytical thinking rather than rote learning
- Transitioning to a new curricular and pedagogical structure
NEP 2020 visualizes three paradigm shifts in School Education which guide the NCF
- Transitioning to a more multidisciplinary and holistic education
- Transitioning to an emphasis on critical and analytical thinking rather than rote learning
- Transitioning to a new curricular and pedagogical structure
Key Updates in NCF 2023
- Multidisciplinary and Holistic Education: NCF 2023 emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, encouraging students to explore various subjects without rigid separation between streams.
- Flexibility and Choice: The new framework offers greater flexibility and choice in subject selection, particularly for students in grades 11 and 12.
- Enhanced Focus on Vocational Education: Integration of vocational education from the preparatory stage aims to equip students with practical skills.
- Revised Examination System: Introduction of a semester system and modular board examinations to reduce stress and improve learning outcomes.
- Holistic Development: Focuses on experiential learning, integrating arts, and vocational education from early stages.
- Multidisciplinary and Holistic Education: NCF 2023 emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, encouraging students to explore various subjects without rigid separation between streams.
- Flexibility and Choice: The new framework offers greater flexibility and choice in subject selection, particularly for students in grades 11 and 12.
- Enhanced Focus on Vocational Education: Integration of vocational education from the preparatory stage aims to equip students with practical skills.
- Revised Examination System: Introduction of a semester system and modular board examinations to reduce stress and improve learning outcomes.
- Holistic Development: Focuses on experiential learning, integrating arts, and vocational education from early stages.
Major Goals and Learning Outcomes in NCF 2023
The NCF 2023 sets specific curricular goals and learning outcomes to be achieved at each stage of schooling:
Foundational Stage (Ages 3-8)
- Develop foundational literacy and numeracy skills
- Encourage play-based learning
- Focus on socio-emotional development
Preparatory Stage (Ages 8-11)
- Emphasize the development of language skills
- Introduce early concepts of science and mathematics
- Encourage creativity and critical thinking
Middle Stage (Ages 11-14)
- Strengthen understanding of core subjects
- Introduce vocational education
- Promote interdisciplinary learning
Secondary Stage (Ages 14-18)
- Offer greater flexibility in subject choices
- Prepare students for higher education and vocational careers
- Focus on critical thinking, problem-solving, and life skills
The NCF 2023 sets specific curricular goals and learning outcomes to be achieved at each stage of schooling:
Foundational Stage (Ages 3-8)
- Develop foundational literacy and numeracy skills
- Encourage play-based learning
- Focus on socio-emotional development
Preparatory Stage (Ages 8-11)
- Emphasize the development of language skills
- Introduce early concepts of science and mathematics
- Encourage creativity and critical thinking
Middle Stage (Ages 11-14)
- Strengthen understanding of core subjects
- Introduce vocational education
- Promote interdisciplinary learning
Secondary Stage (Ages 14-18)
- Offer greater flexibility in subject choices
- Prepare students for higher education and vocational careers
- Focus on critical thinking, problem-solving, and life skills
Curricular Goals for the Foundational Stage in NCF 2023
Physical Development
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CG-1Children develop habits that keep them healthy and safe
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CG-2Children develop sharpness in sensorial perceptions
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CG-3Children develop a fit and flexible body
Socio-Emotional and Ethical development
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CG-4Children develop emotional intelligence, i.e., the ability to understand and manage their own emotions, and respond positively to social norms
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CG-5Children develop a positive attitude towards productive work and service or 'Seva'
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CG-6Children develop a positive regard for the natural environment around them
Cognitive Development
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CG-7Children make sense of the world around through observation and logical thinking
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CG-8Children develop mathematical understanding and abilities to recognize the world through quantities, shapes, and measures
Language and Literacy Development
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CG-9Children develop effective communication skills for day-today interactions in two languages
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CG-10Children develop fluency in reading and writing in Language 1
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CG-11Children begin to read and write in Language 2
Aesthetic and Cultural Development
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CG-12Children develop abilities and sensibilities in visual and performing arts and express their emotions through art in meaningful and joyful ways
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In addition to the above Curricular Goals based on the domains of development, developing Positive Learning Habits is another relevant Goal for the Foundational Stage.
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CG-13Children develop habits of learning that allow them to engage actively in formal learning environments like a school classroom
LEAD Curriculum Makes your School 100% NCF Compliant
- Lessons consist of free play, guided play, guided activities, story-telling and conversations to enable learning
- Curriculum that covers all developmental domains
- Detailed lesson plans along with teaching resources and assessments aligned to learning outcomes
- Inclusive content that avoids stereotypes and follows the 5C approach
- Curriculum based on story-based, project-based and theme-based approaches
- Print and material-rich environment in the classrooms
- School Excellence Kit for enhanced learning
- Unique programs such as CPA and ELGA to align with NCF recommendations on literacy and numeracy
- Digital resources such as slides, audio-video and interactive resources part of lesson plans
- Holistic report cards made available through school ERP and Student app
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Frequently Asked Questions
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