The Board of Directors, Indian Schools Oman organized a three-day Training Programme titled ‘Join the Dots of Foundation Learning’ for the foundational stage teachers of Indian Schools in Oman. The sessions were conducted on 10th May 2025 at Indian School Muscat, 11th May 2025 at Indian School Salalah, and 12th May 2025 at Indian School Muladha. The programme was led by Ms. Sonia Relia – an acclaimed author, educational consultant, TEDx speaker, and CBSE resource person with a rich background in Activity-Based Learning since 1989.
A total of 389 teachers from all 22 branches of Indian Schools in Oman participated in the workshop, which was specially designed for teachers of classes Balvatika to Grade II.
The initiative is a part of the Board’s ongoing commitment to Strategic Vision 2025–2027, which recognizes Continuous Professional Development (CPD) as a cornerstone of educational excellence. The training aligned closely with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) guidelines, and the National Curriculum Framework for Foundational Stage (NCF-FS) 2022, with a strong emphasis on creating engaging, inclusive, and activity-rich learning environments for early learners.
Mr.Syed Salman, Chairman, Board of Directors, Indian Schools Oman, inaugurated the programme at Indian School Muscat. In his address, Mr.Salman emphasized the crucial role of early childhood educators in shaping the foundational years of learning. “This programme is not just about curriculum implementation. It is about empowering teachers to create joyful and meaningful learning experiences that align with NEP 2020. Foundation learning is the bedrock of a child’s academic journey, and our teachers must be equipped to nurture it with creativity, purpose, and empathy.”
During the sessions, Ms. Sonia Relia guided teachers through innovative and practical strategies for effective classroom setups, NCF-FS integration, and activity-based pedagogy tailored for early learners. She also emphasized the importance of creating classrooms that are developmentally appropriate, visually stimulating, and emotionally enriching for young children. She inspired teachers to reflect on their role not just as educators but as facilitators of holistic child development.
The highly interactive training programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from teachers across the Sultanate of Oman, who engaged in discussions, hands-on demonstrations, and reflective learning.