Sarhad School CBSE
Sarhad School
CBSE Affiliated  ·  Katraj, Pune

Secondary Stage

Class 9 – Class 10 · Board Readiness · Career Guidance

Classes 9 – 10

Secondary Stage — Classes 9 to 10

Classes 9 and 10 mark the culmination of the school journey. Sarhad School's Secondary programme combines rigorous board exam preparation with personalised student mentoring, career guidance and life-skills development — ensuring every student graduates as a confident, well-rounded individual ready for the next chapter.

Our experienced faculty focuses on building conceptual clarity, problem-solving ability, and exam strategy — while keeping the learning environment supportive and stress-free.

CBSE
Board Affiliated
Career
Guidance & Mentoring
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Results Track Record
1:1
Student Mentoring

Key Features of Our Secondary Programme

Focus on Fundamentals

We prioritise conceptual understanding over rote learning. Students are trained to apply knowledge, analyse problems, and construct reasoned arguments — skills that serve them in board exams and beyond.

Student Mentoring

Each student is assigned a dedicated mentor-teacher who tracks academic progress, offers personalised guidance, and provides a safe space to discuss concerns — academic or personal.

Career Guidance

From Class 9, students receive structured career counselling — including aptitude assessments, stream selection support, and exposure to diverse career paths through expert talks and workshops.

Exam Strategy & Practice

Rigorous practice through sample papers, previous year questions, and mock board exams — timed and evaluated under real exam conditions — builds confidence and reduces exam anxiety.

Peer Learning

Study circles, peer tutoring, and group discussions are woven into the timetable — helping students learn from each other while strengthening communication and collaborative skills.

Stress-Free Environment

We believe learning happens best when students feel safe. Yoga sessions, mindfulness activities, and an open-door counselling policy ensure student well-being is never compromised.

Subjects — Classes 9 & 10

CBSE Board Curriculum — Secondary Stage
# Subject Type Board Pattern
1
English Language & Literature
Language (Compulsory) Theory (80) + Internal (20) — Reading, Writing, Grammar, Literature
2
Hindi Course A / B
Language (Compulsory) Theory (80) + Internal (20) — Prose, Poetry, Writing
3
Marathi
Regional Language Theory (80) + Internal (20) — Regional literature & grammar
4
Mathematics Standard / Basic
Core Academic Theory (80) + Internal (20) — Algebra, Geometry, Statistics
5
Science
Core Academic Theory (80) + Practical (20) — Physics, Chemistry, Biology
6
Social Science
Core Academic Theory (80) + Internal (20) — History, Geography, Civics, Economics
7
Information Technology (IT)
Skill Subject Theory (50) + Practical (50) — Digital tools, coding basics
8
Art Education
Co-Scholastic Continuous & Comprehensive Evaluation
9
Physical & Health Education
Co-Scholastic Continuous & Comprehensive Evaluation
10
Work Education
Co-Scholastic Community service, craft & vocational awareness

Board Exam Preparation Timeline

April – March
Class 9 — Foundation Year

Conceptual clarity, regular FA tests, first exposure to board-pattern questions, study skill workshops, career awareness sessions.

April – September
Class 10 — Board Year (Term I)

Intensive syllabus coverage, unit tests, pre-board mock exams (Term I pattern), practicals & projects, parent progress meetings.

October – February
Class 10 — Board Year (Term II)

Full-length mock boards, answer-writing workshops, revision cycles, individual mentoring sessions, exam stress management.

February – March
CBSE Board Examinations

Students appear for the CBSE Class 10 board examinations — internal support, motivational sessions & a calm pre-exam environment.

Student Support Services
  • Dedicated subject teachers for doubt-clearing sessions
  • Personal mentor assigned to each student
  • Counsellor support for exam anxiety & wellbeing
  • Parent-teacher meetings every term
  • Resource library with past papers & study guides
Co-Scholastic Activities
  • Sports & physical fitness programme
  • Art, music & performing arts
  • Science & Maths Olympiad preparation
  • Debates, quizzes & elocution competitions
  • Community service & social responsibility projects