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Oxford International Curriculum: FAQ
The Oxford International Curriculum (OIC) is an internationally benchmarked, inquiry-led curriculum from Oxford University Press designed to give students conceptual depth alongside global mobility. It is one of the fastest-growing curricula adopted by progressive Indian schools, and Yajur Public School is among the few in Warangal offering it from Pre-KG to Class 9. This FAQ explains what it is, how it differs from CBSE/ICSE, and what to expect as a parent.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Oxford International Curriculum?
It is an internationally benchmarked, inquiry-based curriculum from Oxford University Press covering English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities and Computing. The emphasis is on conceptual understanding, critical thinking and real-world application rather than rote memorisation.
How does it compare to CBSE or ICSE?
OIC is broader and more conceptual at the early stages compared to CBSE's content-heavy approach, and emphasises inquiry more than ICSE. Indian board content (NEP-aligned) is integrated so children are not disadvantaged if they later switch to CBSE or ICSE.
Will my child be able to transition to CBSE or ICSE later?
Yes. OIC builds strong fundamentals in language, math and reasoning that transfer cleanly to CBSE or ICSE. We integrate NEP 2020 outcomes so a transition at Class 8 or later is straightforward for committed students.
Is the Oxford International Curriculum recognised in India?
OIC is a curriculum framework adopted by schools. For board-exam years (Class 10 / 12), schools typically align with CBSE, IGCSE or another recognised board. At Yajur Public School we currently offer OIC up to Class 9 with a clear roadmap as the cohort progresses.
Does OIC mean my child does less Indian content?
No, we integrate Indian context heavily. Hindi, Telugu, Indian history, civics and cultural literacy are part of the school programme alongside the OIC framework, so children grow up confident in both global and Indian contexts.
How is OIC taught differently in the classroom?
Lessons are organised around big questions rather than chapters. Children explore, discuss and connect ideas across subjects. Assessment includes projects, portfolios and structured tests, not just term-end exams.
What are the language options under OIC at Yajur?
English is the primary medium. We also offer Hindi and Telugu as language subjects so children build proficiency in their mother tongue and a national language alongside English.
How does OIC prepare children for competitive exams later?
By design, OIC builds reasoning and reading comprehension: the two skills that determine performance in JEE, NEET, CLAT and SAT-style exams. Content alignment for Indian boards is handled through supplementary work in higher grades.
Why does Yajur Public School use OIC instead of CBSE only?
We believe a globally benchmarked curriculum, integrated with Indian content, gives our students the best of both worlds: conceptual depth and Indian rootedness. Our SA Indian School Awards 2024 recognition for innovation reflects this approach.
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