The Excelsior American School is one of the best international schools, located in the heart of Gurgaon. It is 9 years old day boarding school in Gurgaon which is offering the International curriculum from the Cambridge International Examinations, University of Cambridge, UK for Grades Pre-nursery through Grade 12. It is not only considered as one of the best residential schools in India but a lot more than this. Excelsior American School’s mission is to develop in its students a strong sense of self-worth and responsibility to prepare them to become life-long learners and responsible citizens of the society. We bring this difference by incorporating International pedagogy and innovative teaching practices in our curriculum to invoke in our students the inherent curiosity and love for learning. We proudly say that in just 9 years we are among best residential schools in India.
Our state-of-the-art facility has been carefully designed to accommodate the complex needs of children. You can relax during the day, confident that your young one is safe and secure in a setting geared to enhance learning. This warm and inviting atmosphere is the next best thing to home.
Nutrition is an important factor in learning. Hot lunches are planned to provide good nourishment and develop healthful eating habits from a young age. Nutritious snacks are also provided several times a day.
Our innovative playground equipment is one of the best designed out door area amongst various school yards. In order to fulfil the important need for physical exercise, these outdoor facilities are available to the children when they feel the need to move about.
All staff members are professionally trained in the Montessori principles of education and Cambridge International Examinations. Teaching methods are consistent throughout the school, making for a smooth transition as students move from one learning area to another.
Our active, self-directed educational process fosters the utmost in creative thinking. We empower the children via a unique balance of freedom and responsibility, both in and out of the classroom. These early academic success experiences create a joy of learning that lasts a lifetime.
Each child is thoroughly evaluated and personally guided through a self-paced curriculum. This accounts for individual differences and enables the children to progress at their own speed. Thus, the level of stress is minimized, and they are free to set up their own challenges (even choose the order of their work). It has been shown that learning actually occurs faster in the absence of fixed, imposed constraints.
Rich curricula are planned for all ages. Language development, strong vocabulary, and enhanced general knowledge are emphasized at all levels. Pre-primary classes also focus on practical life, sensorial, early reading and math, as well as cultural experiences. Students can have hands-on learning experience using practical skills labs for language, mathematics and culture studies.
The sports complex holds air-conditioned squash court, badminton court and table tennis court and is equipped with the latest sports equipment for students to keep fit. The sports complex also hosts a State of the art air conditioned auditorium with seating of around 400 people with latest audio/video system.
Students can also use the outdoor tennis and basketball courts which provide an excellent platform for students to develop their athletic spirit along with skills of the sport.
Testimonial
I'm very happy with the school for giving my child the well rounded education I was hoping for. There is a positive growth in Neha's development as she approaches graduation from pre primary today. She is more articulate, disciplined, polite, confident and eager to learn and express her opinions after three years at excelsior american.
Her teacher Miss Swati, of Cultural ( KG) is exceptional. She has made a great effort and shown deep patience with her class and enabled them to grow in knowledge and social & personal growth. The other day Neha surprised me by reading a new story book almost by herself. Thank you Miss Swati.
Parul Kala
There are two things we must give our children- roots and wings...roots to be grounded and to stay connected to our values, and wings to fly as high as they can.
So children need both equally to grow and to bloom. I am so glad that Excelsior American School is providing my children exactly what they need! The entire staff is so supportive in every way and my children feel so loved and appreciated by all their teachers and their friends. The Principal, the Vice-Principal and Head-mistress, all the teachers- the entire school team make such conscious efforts to bring out the best in each child, and that is highly admirable. I can truly say that Excelsior American School is highly supportive in shaping my children so beautifully to make them conscious citizens of tomorrow. A BIG thank-you to the entire school team for all the love and support that you are providing at each step to my children !
Rishu Chaudhry
Excelsior American School matches international standards in terms of its building, faculty and teaching pedagogy. They not only talk but also walk the talk. Kudos to the founders for making a school where every child is given an individual attention that helps them to reach out to their best potential.
Pranita Verma
Fee Structure for Resident Indians for the Academic Year 2017-18
One Time Payment :
Payable once at the time of admission only
Registration Fee
Rs. 5000
Enrollment Fee
Rs. 88000
Security Deposit (Refundable)
Equivalent to one term’s fee
Annual Fee
Payable once in a Year
Pre Nursery to KG
Rs. 35000
Grade 1 to 8
Rs. 50000
Grade 9 to 12
Rs. 75000
Tuition Fee Per Quarter
Payable four times in a Year
KG to Grade 2
Rs. 58500
Grade 3 to 5
Rs. 68500
Grade 6 to 8
Rs. 78500
Grade 9 & 10
Rs. 88500
Grade 11 & 12
Rs. 98500
For Boarders Only
Payable four times in a Year
Boarding Fee Per Quarter (Weekly Boarder)
Rs. 90000
Boarding Fee Per Quarter (Term Boarder)
Rs. 112000
Transport Fee (Per Quarter)
Within Gurgaon
Rs. 13500
Delhi
Rs. 17500
8 am to 9 am
12.30pm-3.30pm
3.30pm-6pm
Pre Nursery and Nursery
5000
10000
12500
KG to 5
N/A
N/A
12500
Grade 6 to 8
N/A
N/A
15000
Grade 9 & 10
N/A
N/A
15000
Additional charges per month for different time slots (2017-18)
Pre Primary Program
At Excelsior American School, the learning environment is more than just a classroom. Each pre-primary space is a warm and secure community atmosphere designed to meet the child’s needs at every developmental step. Our Montessori-certified teachers are specialists in pre-primary children, skilled at guiding each child through carefully planned activities and lessons that build sensory-motor skills, socialization, self-esteem, independence, a sense of order, concentration, and cooperation.
The Pre-Primary curriculum of Excelsior, one of the best schools in Gurgaon has been planned after much research where emphasis is placed on language arts, math, practical life, the arts and sensorial perceptions. Our activities and lesson plans encourage small group activity as well as individual work and aid the child in the process of integration of body and mind through work. The whole curriculum assists holistic human development intellectually, physically, socially and the wide range of activities to refine sensory perceptions and to help the child adapt to a wider environment, the universe. The minute you walk into one of our classrooms you would see that the materials used to teach reading, writing, arithmetic are all unique even to a Montessori Classroom.
Through careful observation, our teachers take cues from the child to determine the right developmental moment to personalize instruction and introduce appropriate materials. This allows children to learn and master skills at the most opportune time – the moment they as individuals are most sensitive to acquiring a new skill or absorbing a new concept. Our method creates the optimal environment for mastery so children experience success often. Continual positive experiences naturally promote a love of learning, build independence, and establish a sense of empowerment.
The Pre-Primary curriculum has been planned after much research where emphasis is placed on language arts, math, practical life, the arts and sensorial perceptions. Our activities and lesson plans encourage small group activity as well as individual work and aid the child in the process of integration of body and mind through work. The whole curriculum assists holistic human development intellectually, physically, socially and the wide range of activities to refine sensory perceptions and to help the child adapt to a wider environment, the universe. The minute you walk into one of our classrooms you would see that the materials used to teach reading, writing, arithmetic are all unique even to a Montessori Classroom.
Primary Program
Cambridge Primary is an educational program for young learners that combine a world-class curriculum, high-quality support for teachers and integrated assessment. Excelsior American school follows the Cambridge International Primary Program from Grade 1 through Grade 5.
We believe that every child is special and unique with respect to his/her learning styles, interests, strengths and that the school has to cater to and nurture this to ensure the actualization of each and every child’s potential.
Our carefully-planned teaching strategies ensure that different learning styles are integrated for optimum achievement and that, through academically validated differentiation practices, each child is fully engaged with the work.
Every student has their own IEP (Individual Education Plan) carefully crafted, specifically for each child, by caring teachers. The three labs: Language, Math and the Cultural lab features shelves or display tables with a variety of inviting specially designed materials which students can work with, manipulate and investigate until they master the lesson inside.
Secondary Program
Excelsior American School offers the Cambridge Assessment International Education curriculum from grades 6 to 12.
Our Secondary School programme places students on a path of learning and self-responsibility within an inspiring and positive learning environment. We encourage initiative and help our students build character, confidence and cross-cultural sensitivity. To balance the core curriculum and reinforce skills, our secondary School students take a range of student enrichment activities
Cambridge Lower Secondary : Age 11–14, Grades 6–8
EAS has a blend of Cambridge Lower Secondary along with the national curricula for its middle school. The curriculum is progressive and flexible, helping the students to become independent learners Students in grade 8 take the Cambridge Checkpoint Exam to assess learning in English, Mathematics and Science at the end of grade 8. These tests are used to monitor learner’s readiness for the next stage of education. It also provides an excellent foundation for Cambridge IGCSE.
IGCSE: Age 15–16, Grades 9–10
International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is a two-year curriculum. In most subjects, there is a choice between core and extended curricula, making IGCSE suitable for a wide range of abilities. The IGCSE curriculum encourages a learner-centred and inquiry-based approach to learning. IGCSE is recognized by CBSE, ICSE and State Education Boards in India as a qualification for entry to grade 11 or for other higher secondary education courses.
Excelsior American School offers IGCSE curriculum, with a flexible choice of subjects depending on student’s ability, interest and future career plans.
Assessment for Cambridge IGCSE includes written and oral tests, coursework and practical assessment. Coursework is set and marked by the teachers and externally moderated by Cambridge. IGCSE examination are held in May/June. Results are issued in August.
A-LEVEL Age: 16–18, Grades 11–12
The A level is a highly regarded qualification that is recognised by universities in more than 140 countries. In this rigorous two-year study, students begin to focus on what interests them most and are supported in their preparation for higher education at universities. Candidates select four to five subjects. The subjects are available at two levels (AS level) and (A-level). AS level or Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level represents the first half of a full A level course and gives students the opportunity to study a broader range of subjects without committing to doing a full A level.
There is continuous evaluation during the course, which concludes with final examinations that are assessed externally by Cambridge with examinations written in May /June of each year.
IB Diploma(IBDP) Age 16-18, Grades 11 & 12
Excelsior American school is a candidate school* for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme and pursuing authorization as an IB World School. Excelsior and IB share a common philosophy—a commitment to improve the teaching and learning of a diverse and inclusive community of students by delivering challenging, high quality programmes of international education that share a powerful vision.
The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
English Language Support (ELS)
“The hardest part of living in a different country is the language barrier. Because you know you have to learn the language in order to survive.” – Betina Johnson
At Excelsior American School, the English language learners receive instruction that is designed specifically for learning English. They need help to learn English and, at the same time, to master academic standards. They are assisted by a well-qualified educator who can teach ELS students.
Learning Support Unit (LSU)
“Every student can learn, just not on the same day, or in the same way” – John Evans
What is a Learning Support Unit (LSU)?
The LSU of Excelsior American School especially designs instruction, support and services to provide students who are differently abled and require an individually designed instructional program to meet their unique learning needs.
Excelsior American School firmly believes in the power of inclusion. All students will take part in school activities and functions. Students will attend the LSU for certain period of time on a daily or weekly basis, depending on the requirements of the student.
Our carefully-planned teaching strategies ensure that different learning styles are integrated for optimum achievement and that, through academically validated differentiation practices, each child is fully engaged with the work.