our curriculum
our curriculum overview
MORE THAN JUST A school
DASSP’s curriculum is designed to not only meet the local education standards but also to go beyond by incorporating additional programs that foster academic excellence, personal development, and leadership skills. This comprehensive approach ensures that students are well-prepared for their academic challenges while growing into well-rounded individuals.
Key Curriculum Elements
Core Components of the Curriculum
1. Local Education System Integration
- DASSP’s curriculum closely follows the local education system, ensuring students are equipped with the necessary knowledge to meet local academic standards. The school’s primary focus is to provide the completion of the standard school syllabus, addressing a common problem in local schools where syllabi are often not fully covered.
2. English Language Program
- DASSP includes a dedicated English Language Program that strengthens students’ command of English, a critical skill for academic and professional success. Lessons focus on vocabulary, grammar, and conversational practice, ensuring that students are proficient and confident in language use.
3. Personal Development Programs
- These programs are designed to foster individual growth, focusing on self-awareness, confidence building, and the development of essential life skills. Students participate in workshops and activities that help them navigate social situations, manage emotions, and develop resilience.
4. Leadership Courses
- DASSP emphasizes leadership development, providing students with the skills to lead with empathy and purpose. Leadership courses help students become role models within their communities, focusing on decision-making, communication, and teamwork.
Curriculum Highlights
Unique Features of the DASSP Curriculum
1. Standard School Syllabus Completion
- Many local schools fail to complete their syllabi, leaving students underprepared for exams. DASSP addresses this by ensuring the full completion of the syllabus, giving students a solid foundation for their term examinations.
- By completing the syllabus before the academic year ends, students have ample time for revision and preparation, reducing exam-related stress and improving outcomes.
2. Recreational Activities
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- DASSP believes in the importance of recreational activities alongside academic work. The school offers various activities to keep students engaged, prevent truancy, and foster personal growth. These activities help students develop social skills, teamwork, and leadership while enjoying time away from textbooks.
- These recreational programs also serve to keep students off the streets and engaged in positive pursuits, creating a strong community of motivated learners.
3. Holistic Learning Approach
- DASSP’s holistic approach integrates academic and social learning, addressing students’ complete needs. This reduces the time and stress associated with travelling between various tutoring centres, as DASSP offers everything in one place.
- The school also provides a calm, supervised environment for students to engage in self-study. Faculty members are always available for guidance, ensuring that students can focus and excel in their studies
4. Quiet Learning Environment
- Students at DASSP benefit from quiet and focused learning spaces, which help them concentrate and improve their academic performance. Supervised by faculty members, these spaces allow students to develop self-discipline and independent study habits.
Additional Programs
other special programs
Leadership Training for Youth Facilitator Project
This project aims to turn young adults into confident leaders. Through physical and mental training, students learn critical leadership skills, enabling them to take on responsibilities within their community and beyond.
English Conversational Program
This unique program brings together youths from Australia, the USA, and Singapore to help students in rural Sri Lanka develop their English conversational skills. Overseen by senior advisors, these lessons focus on vocabulary building, conversation practice, and real-world language application.
Students engage with international peers through Zoom, gaining exposure to different cultures and communication styles while strengthening their English fluency over a 15-week course.
Our Core Subjects
Academic Subjects Offered
DASSP offers a wide range of subjects designed to prepare students for their academic journey, with specialized courses taught by experienced educators.
1. Languages
- Tamil, Sinhala, and English: All language courses are taught by native speakers, ensuring an immersive and effective learning experience. Students gain proficiency in both their mother tongue and additional languages to succeed academically and professionally.
2. Core Subjects
Humanities: Values, Morals, and Civics
Mathematics
Science
Health Science
Commerce
ICT (Information and Communication Technology)
Skill-Building Workshops
Special Courses
DASSP offers a variety of special courses that go beyond traditional academic subjects, helping students develop key life skills.
Personality Development
Students enhance communication, time management, and interpersonal skills through engaging workshops.
Social Etiquette Workshops
Students learn social manners and respectful behavior in various social and professional settings.
Public Speaking Workshops
DASSP builds students' confidence and public speaking skills, preparing them for leadership.