Iqra Academy strives to be comprehensive in curriculum, with a holistic approach to the provision of education. An important constituent in a comprehensive curriculum is the provision of a wide range of Extra Curricular Activities. Some examples of the ECA that we offer at iqra academy are
We believe that Curricular and co-curricular activities are essential components of education, each serving distinct but complementary purposes. Our co-curricular activities aim at supplying a Holistic Development, they contribute to the overall development of students, fostering skills such as teamwork, leadership, and critical thinking. Co-curricular activities often increase student engagement and motivation, making learning more enjoyable and effective. Both types of activities help students build relationships, develop social skills, and create a sense of community.
These are the core educational activities that are part of the formal curriculum. They include:
Examinations and Assessments: Standardised tests and quizzes to evaluate students' understanding.
Projects and Assignments: Research projects, essays, and presentations that reinforce learning.
Field Trips: Visits to museums, historical sites, or scientific institutions to enhance learning experiences.
These activities complement the curricular activities and promote personal development. They include:
Sports and Physical Education: Drama, debates, and art clubs that foster creativity and artistic expression.
Cultural Activities:Competitions and clubs that enhance communication skills and confidence.
Debates and Public Speaking: Competitions and clubs that enhance communication skills and confidence.
Community Service: : Volunteer work and initiatives that promote social responsibility and awareness.
Social Skills:Both types of activities help students build relationships, develop social skills, and create a sense of community.
Our dynamic ECA programme ensures that we offer different ECA options each term. Each term an ECA plan will be shared with students and parents and will detail the following:
The activities provided
The proposed time, aims and objectives of the activity