Brainy Stars International Montessori - Parents's Handbook

Parents’Handbook

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Contents

Welcome

Thank you for choosing Brainy Stars International Islamic Montessori (BSIIM). The

Chairman, The CEO, Board of Directors, Management and Staff welcome you and your

family to a fruitful, productive and successful year at BSIIM, Insha-Allah. This coming

year holds promise for new activities, new challenges, and new alliance.

To Brainy Stars International Islamic Montessori

Welcome Note

Message From The Chairman

Vision & Mission

Definition Of Education

Our Dream Of The World

Our Aims And Objectives

Our Philosophy

Our Uniqueness

Brainy Team

Board Of Academics

Montessori Method

Our Islamic Curriculum

Parenting

Parents Participation

Parents Association

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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMEN

Brothers & Sisters, Assalamu Alaikum,

By the blessings of Almighty Allah and encouragement from the community,

within a short span of one year we have achieved success in creating India’s

model Islamic Montessori in Jayanagar, Bangalore. Here we have blended

Montessori method with traditional method and integrated with Islamic values. This

has been done under the supervision of world renowned educationalist. We have designed curriculum

and prepared books. Teachers were trained to adopt the pedagogy which we have developed. The

assessment system we have evolved makes teaching child centric. We have plans to open ten schools

in next academic year. Al-Hamdulilah we have opened four schools and one International School(by

April 25, 2014).

Pen is mightier than sword; information is power; whoever controls the information he rules the

world; these are the sayings of this century. But we should be proud of our faith that the importance of

education, pen and information has been emphasized by Quran & Hadith, fourteen hundred and

thirty years ago. A famous event from the life of Prophet (Pbuh) expresses the importance of

education. The event was that: In the battle of Badr, Muslims had captured certain Makkans who

were literate. Prophet Muhammad(s) entered into an agreement with them. As per the agreement

captured Makkans taught Muslims reading and writing and in return they were released. The

prisoners of war were non-muslims and they were not taught Quran & Hadith, but they taught them

reading and writing a language and other skills. Are we taking lessons from the life of Prophet?

It is general observation that most of our families do not care the child of age between 2 to 6 years.

Hazrath Ali had said 0 - 7 years age is most important in the life of human beings. Strong foundation

can be laid in this age.A great Islamic scholar Moulana Abul Hassan Ali Nadvi (R.A.) had said:

Muslims should have same enthusiasm in opening schools, which they have in constructing Masjid

and Madrasha. He also added that Allah will reward in par if anybody opens school also. He had

appealed the wealthy people to open schools. Are we showing the zeal in establishing school? May

Allah help us in opening more and more schools.

Brainy stars, is an education movement. We would like to spread our concept in the country and Insha

Allah across the world. We would like to offer our expertise to the people willing to serve community

and humanity through holistic approach of education. We have vision to establish one thousand

schools across India by 2020, Insha Allah. This can be achieved by strong support from the

community. Our ultimate objective is to bring up the younger generation in an education system

which should enable them to succeed here and in the Hereafter. With this objective our research and

development team is continuously working to develop an alternate system of education which will

bring glory to Ummah and will make India a knowledge centre. Insha Allah. Please join us in this

noble cause and movement. May Allah bless us. Ameen

D. Hyder ValiChairman

Parents’ handbook Brainy Stars Islamic Montessori3

Parents’ handbook Brainy Stars Islamic Montessori

Mission To Frame curricula for the schools who follow holistic

approach in education by integrating Montessori method; Traditional method; with Islamic values.

To effectively introduce parenting as part of curriculum and to make parents partner in developing a child as an asset to family and society.

To establish training center for teachers who will present and practice alternate education system where in teacher shall be 'Murabbiyah’ (a role model).

To establish 1000 schools in the country by 2020. (Insha Allah)

Concept of Curriculum It is not limited to text books but it is a wide concept which covers the whole body of knowledge, pedagogy and learning process, experienced by a student that have been planned formally and systematically according to the levels of students.

VisionTo nurture future leaders with Islamic values who shall make our beloved country a global knowledge leader and increase happiness and prosperity in our plural society with the sense of universal brotherhood, as an obedient of Allah.

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DEFINITION OF EDUCATION

Education is the process by which people’s abilities and talents are

Nurtured and developed.

Education in this broad sense is also

Everything that is learned and

Acquired in a life time : knowledge , skills, habits,

interest, attitude and personalities

Based on a system of belief (tawheed : aqidah) using the process

(ta’alim, ta’dib, tadrib, taujih and irsyad) and

The pedagogy of care and love.

focusing on the mind, the heart, the soul, the spirit and the physical body

Targeting on the heart

Willingly and joyfully for the sake of Allah


-Dr. Hasni MuhammadCharimen, Academic Board BSIIM

“Whoever treads Allah will make easy for

(Hadith)

a path in search of knowledge,

him the path to Jannah.”

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OUR DREAM OF THE WORLD!


Let us create a world devoid of all selfishness.

Build a society where respect, tolerance and love for one another exists.

Create a better place where peace, compassion and understanding are imperative.

And where amalgamation of human freedom and religious-moral consciousness are its important elements.

Let us dream of a world as a big family with bindings of unity and sharing happiness amongst all rather than be divided by differences.

A world where equal opportunity is provided to one and all to achieve their goals for fulfilment of their talents and potentialities.

Is an ideal world for all possible?Yes it is only when imagination conforms to reality, it’s effect will definitely change the entire world

for better. We, in Brainy Stars visualize very ambitiously of building an ideal world and the present generation is just a beginning.

Multi Culture and Belief PoliciesOur belief in Islam is that, it is the universal religion which can prove beneficial to the whole world.The school surroundings provide an environment which prepares the child to be a true Muslim by fully adapting Islamic values. The ambience of the school is peaceful and serene, very suitable to engross Islamic culture. Even non-Muslims avail this benefit of the setting in our school where no element of co-ersion to learn Islam to become a Muslim . Muslims and non-muslims can equally avail the benefit of high moral values taught by us. The atmosphere will help the child to be a productive, respectable and dignified citizen of the world.

MOTTO

Seeking salvation and bringing Muslims close to a life of everlasting peace and joy,

close to our creator, is of chief importance for us.

We believe that attaining success in our physical world relates directly to our entry

into paradise (Jannah)

True success is that which brings true happiness and true happiness comes from the

knowledge of Allah, His mercy and greatness.

Gaining knowledge that obeying His commands and imbibing the ways of our Holy

Prophet Muhammad(s) we will be successful in life and also will be assure of our

rightful place in heaven.

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Brainy Stars has been established for promoting the overall development of the children by

encouraging their natural potentials in accordance with the principles of Islam. Our aim is to impart

and integrate Islamic spiritual training along with achieving academic excellence through the

Montessori philosophy, which has stood the test of time. At Brainy Stars, we strive to instil Islamic

values, habits, attitudes, ethical standards, patience and tolerance which is the hallmark of a good

Muslim. our aim is to assist every child in its total development by instilling true values and

teachings of Islam, through Quran and Hadith and our revered prophet Muhammads.

Simultaneously, we believe that, creating an environment which is conclusive to children become

aware of their individual capabilities, appreciate and respect others, which is unique to a Montessori

setting.

The world is ever-changing and therefore, we feel it is our responsibility to equip the children to go

with the changing times without compromising on Islamic value. To intend to serve the community

by helping the child to attain fullest potential- intellectually, socially, emotionally, physically and

spiritually, in their early years of learning and development. Thus, specific goals of our school,

broadly include the following.

1. Help develop self-confidence

2. Simulate child’s innate love of learning3. Help develop positive attitude towards school4. Consider overall development of the child5. Implement practice of Islam by demonstration6. Foster inner security and sense of order in the child7. Build habit of concentration8. Incorporate all the senses in the learning experience9. Provide a nurturing , co-operative learning environment10. Help develop habits of initiative, persistence and excellence11. To encourage respect for self and others, environment and all life12. Prepare our students for worldly success13. Inculcate love for Islam and through Quranic studies14. Teach the concept of faith with action through examples of staff and administration15. Nurture social awareness and responsibility through involvement in community causes

“Education is the training of the mind

-Albert Einstein

not learning of facts but

to think.”

OUR AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

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OUR PHILOSOPHY

Our beloved Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) has said, “every child is born on Fitrat (natural

disposition)...” We nurture his/her fitrat, imbibe in him/her Iman, Knowledge & Taqwa. These

three vibrant qualities will make him/her to achieve success here and in the Hereafter.

OUR CONCEPT OF ISLAMIC EDUCATION

It is an education which is universal and relevant to all mankind, which has no segregation

between religious" and "secular" knowledge. It aims at developing the entire human aspects;

physically, intellectually & spiritually. It up brings child on his nature (Fitrah) and educates him /

her to play his roles as: the servant of God; His vicegerent; and as a responsible citizen of the

country.

"Islamic integrated curricula is essential in-developing every aspect of human potentials and

producing a well-balanced being. The development of mental, physical, emotional, ethical and

aesthetical aspects cannot be enhanced without the process of Islamic integration in the education

system." - Ghazali Basri (A Malaysian Educationalist).

The Islamic curriculum is based on Quran and Sunnah. We have shariah board which approves

the curriculum and train the teachers. The curriculum teaches basics of Islam. We don't follow a

particular Maslak (school of thought). We teach all unity of Ummah and to struggle for

establishment of Islam in individual and collective life. However all the children and their parents

are free to follow their own school of thought (Maslak). Al Hamdulilah Ulema of various schools of

thought (Masalik) have visited our school examined our system and curriculum and appreciated

our policy.

NEED FOR INTEGRATED CURRICULUM

‘ Brainy Stars' educational system has its own assessment system. While we assess child learning process, ability and skills; we also assess that how much a child is adopting or practicing the

benefits, teachings, etiquettes and Islamic tenets.For Example, if a Hadees has been taught about drinking of water or milk, it will be assessed

whether the child is practicing it or not. While our assessment results is for parents to understand progress of their child, it is also for the teachers and management to understand the weakness of a

student and help him to improve.

ASSESSMENT OF THE STUDENTS

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OUR UNIQUENESS


Islamic Education, not as a Subject but as way of life.

Parenting Education, because parents are important pillar in up bringing of a child.

Assignment to inculcate Islamic Values, Manners & Etiquettes.

Memorization with understanding

Encouraging creativity

Inculcation of skills like logic, Reasoning & thinking in Islamic Perspective

Teacher is murabbi, Teacher-student relationship is excellent.

Teaching & Assessment is learning + Islamic Up-bringing Centric

No Homework for students but for parents

Very few books

Liberty & freedom with Islamic Manners

Islamic culture in the campus

Computers and Tablets for learning

Air conditioned classrooms

100% English Medium

School is not oriented towards any Maslak

We have Montessori trained teachers with the skill to handle subjects with Islamic perspective. We

consider teachers as 'Murabbis'.Murabbiyah is a Quranic term, which means one who imparts training by her words and deeds. She

will be teacher and role model. One of the attributions of Prophet Muhammads is Murabbi (Masculine

gender of Murabbiyah).Teacher is not mere teacher, she is educator.

Every Child is Considered:We consider that every child is unique. He has been gifted with unique identity and skill. We try to

groom his uniqueness by individual profiling. This profiling will help upbringing the n the most

natural way.

OUR CONCEPT OF TEACHER

-Benjamin Franklin.

“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.”

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BRAINY TEAM

Mr. D. Hyder Vali(Chairman)

Syed Tanveer Ahmed(Executive Director)

A renowned media person, he is the editor of Karnataka Muslims, a fortnightly

newspaper which has print and on-line editions. He was a student activist during

his college days, served as all India Secretary of Students Islamic Organisation of

India (SIO). Played a vital role in various educational institutions including

Shaheen Group of Institutions, Bidar; Jouhar Public School, Bidar and Wisdom

Group of Institutions, Bidar.He is passionate towards formulating programmes for Islamic upbringing of

children. For this purpose he has been publishing an Islamic Monthly Magazine for Children titled

"Islamic Quiz" and "Nisa" for girls. He has traveled widely and delivered lectures on various topics

of community development in India and abroad.

Mr. Ghouse Mohiuddin Sabir(Director)

Ghouse Mohiuddin Sabir, popularly known as Sabir Bhai, is a well known

personality of the city. He served Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. After retirement he

is fully involved in community upliftment projects, especially in the field of

education and economic well being. Currently he is working president of

Bangalore's Prestigious Educational Institution: Bismillah Educational Trust

(BET). He is in the field of education for the last 25 years.


Mr. Hyder Vali is a successful person of Bangalore. A law graduate from Bangalore

University, practiced law for a few years before entering into international

business of stone and stone products. His company of stone: Stone Park Pvt. Ltd.,

has a reputation in the international market. A decade ago he has also entered into

Information Technology (IT) by establishing a company known as Hyva IT

Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Apart from providing hi-tech IT Solutions to off-shore clients;

the company has its own products. Mr. Hyder Vali, known for his business acumen have been

rendering services towards welfare and upliftment of the community and society. Apart from

philanthropist activities he has been engaged in educating, training and motivating youth (boys

and girls) to live a successful, happy and purposeful life. He is the founder of DMS Human Rights

Foundation, which carries out various welfare programmes.

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Syed Shanawaz(Administrator)

A post graduate in computer sciences, he is a young energetic talented person and

administrator of Brainy Stars International Islamic Montessori School,

Jayanagar, Bangalore. Earlier he has served in a multi-national company in

Madina, KSA and then worked in various capacities in Vali Group of Company. He

possesses innate quality of skillfully managing the organizations.

A young and dynamic Islamic Scholar, he is a Hafiz graduated from world's

premier Islamic Seminary viz; Darul Uloom, Deoband. He is Alim, Hafiz and

Mufti. Having profound knowledge of Islamic Theology and Jurisprudence. He is

Imam and Khateeb of Eidgah Masjid, 4th Block. Mufti Abdul Sattar Qasmi is

incharge of Islamic studies and Sharia studies in Brainy Stars Islamic Montessori

,India.

Mufti Abdul Sattar Qasmi(Sharia Advisor)

“Learning gives creativity,

Thinking provides knowledge,

Abdul Kalam

Creativity leads to thinking,

Knowledge makes you great.”

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BOARD OF ACADEMICS

Dr. Hasni Mohammed Al-Haj(Chairman)Founder of Adni Centre for Integrated and Holistic Education

Profession:Education architect & practitioner, educationalist, economist and strategist.


Founder/chief Executive Officer Adni Center for Integrated and Holistic Education (nursery, pre-

school, primary & secondary school and tertiary education)Executive Chairman, Board of Governor Malaysian Aviation Training Academy. Professional:

licence aircraft maintenance engineer (European Aviator Safety Agency) in collaboration with

Ministry of Defense(MOD) and Ministry of Education(MOE),MalaysiaBoard of studies Akademi Permata Pintar Negara Pusat Permata Pintar Negara University

Kebangasaan Malaysia (UKM) Education Content expert & consultant Seameo-RECSAM (south-

East Asia Ministry of Education Office: regional education center for science and mathematics)Education Content expert & consultant Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC) (nursery,pre-

school,primary & secondary school and tertiary education)Executive Chairman/Founder KLC Center for Higher Studies (professional, undergraduate and

post-graduate)Education content expert and Board of Governors State Government Agency (JAIS, MAIs, MAIWP,

Yayasan Pahang & Yayasyan Islam Perlis).Personal Assistant to the Executive Chairman al-Hidayah Investment Bank, Labuan,Federal

Territory.

Doctor of Philosophy and Professor Honoris Causa in Education Specialization: integrated holistic

education system(iheds),(nursery,pre-school,primary school and secondary school and tertiary

education),Originator and ip Proprietorship:integrated holistic education system(iheds),

Originator and ip Proprietorship: integrated holistic assessment board(ihab)international. Originator and ip proprietorship: integrated holistic economic system (ihecs) in 1961 he proceeded

to the United States as Institute Scholar at the world famous Guggenheim Aeronautical

Laboratories, California Institute of Technology. He was also the recipient of JRD Tata

Endowment scholarship in 1961. He earned his M.S. and Ae.E. degrees in Aeronautics from

Caltech. In 1967 he obtained his PhD in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics from Cornell

University and in 1975 a MBA degree from Rider University. He is a Registered Professional

Engineer in the State of California.

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Specialization:Realistic mathematics education, integration and islamization of knowledge,

human potential development, integrated holistic education system economic

investment and financial management.

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Scientific Achievements:Dr. Ahmed has worked on a large number of projects that have shaped the modern world. In 1964 he

was responsible for analyzing the vibrations of Apollo, Saturn and Lunar Land Rover vehicles. In 1968

he developed a method of making fiber optics. His work on advanced composites earned him an

invitation from the International Academy of High Pressure Physics to give the key note lecture on

this subject at the University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado. The crowning achievement of Dr. Ahmed

was his work on the Hubble Space Telescope. During 1979-82, he provided leadership for the

development of Secondary Mirror Assembly of the Hubble which delivered diffraction limited

performance at 1/700th the wavelength of light in the visible. Thanks to this work and the

contributions of other scientists, the Hubble can look at the very edge of the known galaxy and acquire

stars of magnitude 8. The pictures from the Hubble Space Telescope have provided insights into the

very beginnings of the universe and have inspired people all over the world.Dr. Ahmed has earned 12

United States patents on space based work. His articles have appeared in the Journal of Applied

Physics, Journal of Applied Mechanics, Journal of the Acoustical Society of America, Journal of Basic

Engineering and other journals.

Scholarly work: Dr. Nazeer Ahmed has written several books. He is the author of Encyclopedia of Islamic History

(www.historyofislam.com) which is a compendium of 10 books on the contribution of Islam to world

civilization. The distinguishing characteristic of his work is that he looks upon history as a Sign from

the Heavens so that humankind may learn from it and use its lessons to improve human society.

Commenting on his work, Professor Niaz Irfan of Lahore wrote, "Dr. Nazeer Ahmed's work should be

compared to that Ibn Khaldun….Dr. Ahmed has advanced his own theory the rise and fall of

civilizations based on renewal…." The work has earned wide acclaim in the United States and around

the world. Perhaps the crowning achievement of Dr. Ahmed is a translation of the Qur'an from Arabic

into easy to read, modern American English. By this work, he has earned a place among a chosen few

who have ever attempted this monumental work and have successfully completed it. He is one of a

handful of people from the Subcontinent who has successfully this distinction. The translation has

been read by more than 360,000 people around the world from the United States to Zanzibar.


Dr. Nazeer AhmedMemberAdviser, World Organization for Resource Development and Education

Dr. Ahmed is a scientist, historian, inventor, educator and community leader

with an international reputation. In each of these areas he has left an imprint

which is hard to match.

Education:Dr. Nazeer Ahmed secured the first rank to the State in the public examination of

1952 winning the Maharaja of Mysore gold medal. He maintained his rank status

throughout his academic career and the people of his native Karnataka fondly refer to him as "Rank

Nazeer". His record of academic excellence has seldom been matched and has been a source of

inspiration to successive generations of students.

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Dr Ali KhwajaB.Tech (IIT), MIE, Ph.D.MemberA Montessorian, an engineering graduate of IIT, MIE, MIIM, with a Ph.D in

behavioral sciences - Ali Khwaja has always carved out his own path and

been a free-lancer, ensuring that work is joy every day. He is invited

regularly to conduct workshops or lectures for Defense, Central

Government, prestigious National institutions, schools and colleges, but he

prefers to be informal, learning while he teaches, and being honest and

congruent in whatever he says or does. He is the founder and head of

Banjara Academy, a unique institution committed to improvement of

quality of life. He nurtures and motivates over 200 volunteers to give free

service in 10 hospitals and the Academy's own counselling centers. He conducts a very popular and

practical one year part-time Diploma in Counselling Skills and a 5-month Certificate in Life Skills.

Yet he finds time for causes as wide as adoption, disability welfare, "true" education, life skills, and

counselling. He has been presenting papers in national workshops, has written over 30 books and 80

booklets on all practical aspects of day-to-day life. He writes regular columns and articles in reputed

publications like Deccan Herald, etc., and edits a unique newsletter. He is widely quoted in the media,

and has been repeatedly interviewed on radio and TV. Notwithstanding all that, he loves all human

beings alike, is willing to listen, and his prime focus is on empowering individuals to help themselves.

Mr. Abdul Rahman KamaruddinMemberIs an International Expert of Information Systems and Services. He has

served in key positions both in India and abroad. He has been the Senior

Technical Advisor in UNESCO, UNIDO and IDB & has served in several

countries. He is presently the Secretary General of Tipu Sultan Advanced

Study and Research Centre at Srirangapatnam as well as advisor to Al-

Ameen Group of Institutions in addition to several social services activities,

educational programmes and motivation of the youth.Mr. Abdul Rahman has served both in the public and private sectors in India

from 1960 to 1975, having served as Information Officer in the University

College of Engineering – Bangalore, the Hindustan Machine Tools – Bangalore, Andrew Yule & Co,. –

Calcutta and in Central Machine Tools Institute – Bangalore.He has served abroad in several key positions from 1975 to 1998. He has served as UNIDO Advisor in

Iraq on industrial information and as UNIDO Chief Industrial Information Advisor to the Arab

Organisation for Industrial Development, Baghdad. He joined UNESCO as Chief Technical Advisor

to the Arab League and helped to establish an information system for the league of Arab States. The

Islamic Development Bank (IDB), Jeddah invited him from UNESCO and he joined IDB in 1989 as


Current positions: Dr. Ahmed is an adviser to the World Organization for Resource Development and Education in

Washington, DC. He is the Chairman of the Delixus group of companies in the U.S. and India. He is

also the Director of the American Institute of Islamic History and Culture based in California.

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Mr. UmriComputer Science Engineer, M.A. in Public Administration & Masters in EducationMemberMr. Umri is experienced in providing solutions for schools; has over 20+ years of

professional experience working in schools across the country in various positions.

He has designed setup and administered schools and presented training courses to

School Management, Heads & Teachers at various levels. He has developed

numerous training manuals for a myriad of clients and served as a consultant on

interpersonal and organizational structure. Energy, describes his lasting

capability. He is able to multitask, skilled at planning & organizing and delivers

best under pressure.

At present:

Ex-Bursar – Glendale Academy International – Hyderabad Ex-Vice Principal - Kennedy High the Global School – Hyderabad Ex-Academic Coordinator - Presidency Group of Schools – Bangalore

Head-Research, Development & Consultancy in Education direct opinion consultancy– Hyderabad

CEO – Kaspar Academy Pvt. Ltd. – Bangalore

Chairman of East Oak Academy – Guntur

Arete Learning Academy - Hyderabad

Educational Consultant Advisor – Human Welfare Foundation, an NGO - New Delhi.

Working with the present 4 schools of Human Welfare Foundation at Guwahati, Kolkata, New Delhi

and Hazari Bagh – Jharkhand.

Working on Capacity building of schools in Rajasthan, UP, Bihar, Jharkhand, Assam and

W.Bengal.

On Board as an Academic Advisor Brainy Stars – Bengaluru.

Consultant to Insight International School, Spring fields School, Sanskriti Group of Schools,

Learnium Schools run by Turkish Group, Saritha Vidya Nikethan, Hyderabad & DPS at Jagtial,

Andhra Pradesh.

Academician & Main Trainer at Teaching Learning Academy – Hyderabad & Bangalore

Center for Instructional Learning – Bangalore

Dean – Global Institute of Managements – MBA college @ Hyderabad

His previous responsibilities include:


advisor on a project to establish an OIC Information Systems Network to serve the 57 member

countries of the OIC. He has worked closely with late Dr. S.R.Ranganathan, father of library &

information science and has contributed more than 70 papers and reports in his field of specialization.

Mr. Abdul Rahman has also been associated with organizing a number of international seminars and

meetings related to information systems, education, economics, trade and technology transfer.

Currently Mr. Kamaruddin is General Secretary of Sharieff Foundation which runs 'Dar-ul-Umoor'

in Srirangapatna, which trains Ulema for community leaderships.

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MONTESSORI METHOD

Montessori education: is an approach developed by Italian physician and educator and characterized

by an emphasis on independence, freedom within limits, and respect for a child's natural physical, and

social development. Montessori education is practiced in an estimated 7,000 schools worldwide,

serving children from birth to eighteen years old.

Maria Montessori began to develop her philosophy and methods in 1897, attending courses in

pedagogy at the University of Rome and reading the educational theory of the previous two hundred

years. In 1907, she opened her first classroom, the Casa dei Bambini, or Children's House, in a

tenement building in Rome.From the beginning, Montessori based her work on her observations of

children and experimentation with the environment, materials, and lessons available to them. She

frequently referred to her work as "scientific pedagogy". Montessori education spread in 1911 and

became widely known in education and popular publications. Montessori education was introduced in

United States in 1960 and has since spread to thousands of schools there. Montessori continued to

extend her work during her lifetime, developing a comprehensive model of psychological development

from birth to age 24, as well as educational approaches for children aged 0 to 3, 3 to 6, and 6 to 12. She

wrote and lectured about ages 12 to 18 and beyond, but these programs were not developed during her

lifetime.

Montessori education:

A trained Montessori teacher

Some important features of Montessori Method:

1. Mixed age classrooms, with classrooms for children aged 2½ or 3 to 6 years old by far

the most common

2. Student choice of activity from within a prescribed range of options

3. Un-interrupted blocks of work time, ideally three hours

4. A "discovery" model, where students learn concepts from working with materials,

rather than by direct instruction

5. Specialized educational materials developed by Montessori and other collaborators

6. Freedom of movement within the classroom

MONTESSORI EDUCATION THEORY

Montessori education is fundamentally a model of and an educational approach based on two basic

elements. First, children and adults engage in psychological self-construction by means of interaction

with their environments. Secondly, children, especially under the age of six, have an innate path of

psychological development. Based on her/ his observations, Montessori believed that children are at

liberty to choose and act freely within an environment prepared according to her / his model would act

spontaneously for optimal development.

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Montessori's education method called for free activity within a "prepared environment", meaning an

educational environment tailored to basic human characteristics, to the specific characteristics of

children at different ages, and to the individual personalities of each child. The function of the

environment is to allow the child to develop independence in all areas according to his or her inner

psychological directives. In addition to offering access to the Montessori materials appropriate to the

age of the children, the environment should exhibit the following characteristics:

Absorbent mindMontessori described the young child's behavior of effortlessly assimilating the sensorial stimuli of

his or her environment, including information from the senses, language, culture, and the

development of concepts with the term "absorbent mind". She believed that this is a power unique to

the first plane, and that it fades as the child approached age six.

Sensitive periodsMontessori also observed periods of special sensitivity to particular stimuli during this time which she

called the "sensitive periods". In Montessori education, the classroom environment responds to these

periods by making appropriate materials and activities available while the periods are active in the

young child. She identified the following periods and their durations:

Prepared environment

1. Construction in proportion to the child and his/her needs

2. Beauty and harmony, cleanliness of environment

3. Order

4. An arrangement that facilitates movement and activity

5. Limitation of materials, so that only material that supports the child's development is

included

1. Acquisition of language—from birth to around six years old2. Order—from around one to three years old3. Sensory refinement—from birth to around four years old4. Interest in small objects—from around 18 months to three years old5. Social behavior—from around two and a half to four years old


In the Montessori approach, these human tendencies are seen as driving behavior in every stage of

development, and education should respond to and facilitate their expression.

Human tendencies

Montessori saw universal, innate characteristics in human psychology which her/ his son and

collaborator Mario Montessori identified as "human tendencies" in 1957. There is some debate about

the exact list, but the following are clearly identified

1. Self-preservation2. Orientation to the environment3. Order4. Exploration5. Communication

6. Exactness7. Repetition8. Abstraction9. The “Mathematical mind”

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Normalization:

Finally, Montessori observed in children from three to six years old a psychological state she

termed "normalization". Normalization arises from concentration and focus on activity which

serves the child's developmental needs, and is characterized by the ability to concentrate as well as

"spontaneous discipline, continuous and happy work, social sentiments of help and sympathy for

others."

1. Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon.com (pre-school)

2. Sergey Brin, co-founder of Google.com (grade school)

3. Larry Page, co-founder of Google.com (grade school)

4. Julia Child, famous chef (pre-school)

5. Jimbo Wales, founder of Wikipedia (grade school in a Montessori-inspired environment)

6. Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Nobel Prize winner for Literature (pre-school and 1st grade)

7. Matthew Pavlich

8. Daniel Tosh

9. Will Wright, computer game designer and co-founder of Maxis (grade school)

List of prominent montessori alumni (who studied in montessori alumni)

Our education programme in Brainy Stars International Islamic Montessori starts for 2 ½ year olds

and will continue upto 6 years.

The programme has been divided into three levels:1. Rising Stars: For 2 ½ years to 3 ½ years children.2. Twinkling Stars: For 3 ½ years to 4 ½ years children.3. Shining Stars: for 4 ½ years to 6 years children.

After completing this programme of 3 ½ years child will be eligible and qualified to take admission in

1st standard of any stream and in any school. He will be completing the UKG syllabus of traditional

schooling. In addition to this the child will be learning basic Islamic concepts; manner and etiquettes,

daily duwaas; salath; memorize the various surahs from 30th chapter of Quran; and he will start

reading of Quran.

OUR PROGRAMME

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Islamic Creed : Under this we teach basic concepts of Islam, their logic and benefits. These are explained in easy

language with the help of mother tongue. To explain some concepts help from : historical events, life of

prophet Muhammad; History of Islam and stories, is also taken. We also use videos and digital

presentations for this purpose.

Islamic life skills: Under this we teach Islamic manners and etiquettes. The younger generation is confronting with

various issues at the tender age, we guide them how to address them. The skills which we inculcate

in them will help them to become a successful human being. This syllabus will also enable students to

perform rites and rituals of Islam.

Memorisation : This section helps the students to memorize Quran, Hadith, Prayers and Islamic rhymes. Upto 6

years of age we try to memorize thirteenth chapter of Holy Quran. He/She will be able to offer Namaz.

Arabic language: Under this we make child to read Quran before he is entering in to 1st Standard. To teach Arabic

language we have specially designed video programme and printed books.

What school provides?School will provide following branded materials to the students:

1. School's exclusive books & note books

2. School uniform, cap & scarf

3. Bag, water bottle and Lunch box

4. Activity books

5. Audio & video DVDS for rhymes and Arabic learning

6. Story books (if desired)

(The above materials will be reasonably charged)

School Management Software:The entire school is managed by customized software. The software will keep record of learning

behavior of each child. Parents will be provided with login ID. They have access to the entire record of

the child. They can understand the strengths and weakness of their ward.

OUR ISLAMIC CURRICULUM

The Islamic syllabus is not oriented towards any maslak. It has been divided into following four

sections:1. Islamic Creed2. Islamic life skills.3. Memorization.4. Reading of Arabic language

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“The Prophet never used bad language neither a Fahish nor a Mutafahish. He used to say: the best amongst you are those who have the best manners and character.”

-Bukhari


Surveillance System:The school and classes are connected with 24 hours surveillance system. Mothers can view what her

child is doing in school at a given point of time. Only mothers will be allowed to view the visuals. If this

facility is misused or it is used by any male, in that case it will be suspended for the guilty parents.

GPS to School Vehicles:To locate where the school van is, and at what time if it would reach at a particular time GPS tracking

system is attached with all vehicles. Parents can get the information through SMS or they can track

through internet facility about the vehicle in which their child is commuting.

Transportation:The school has transport facility. But it does not come under the direct school management. The school

supervises the system but parents need to deal directly with transport providers.

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In a holistic education, which is the essence of 'Brainy Stars' education system, parents also play an

important role.There is a need to continuously guide and train parents, help them resolve issues related with child

behavior.We find ample guidance in the life of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) pertaining to successful parenting.'Parenting' is a part of our curriculum. We have notable advisor Dr. Ali Khawja, Chairman, Banjara

Academy, who is an expert in parenting and child psychology. His guidance will be available for

parents of Brainy Stars.Various Ulema and Islamic Scholars will also help in understanding parenting in Islamic perspective.

Brainy Stars will, Insha Allah regularly organize parenting classes.Here we are presenting first talk of Moulana Nisar Ahmed, Mazaheri, a renowned Islamic scholar,

who has exclusively spoken to executive director of Brainy Stars Mr. Syed Tanveer Ahmed.

PARENTING

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

The Brainy Stars, education movement has set-up a Research and development unit to study and

evolve holistic approach towards education in an Islamic perspective.We have been following the developments that are taking place in the field of education all over the

world.Our team of 'Academic Advisors' is highly educated and experienced. Our team of teachers is also

involved in Research and development. We have been working on the concept of PADI with our

Malaysian advisor Mr. Hasni Muhammad.

What is PADI?PADI stands for Profiling Assessment Development and Involvement. As per this system schools

maintain profile of all the students. These profiles are analyzed from time to time by experts

(Educationist, Child psychologists, Doctor) Child's development will be observed. In the development

process teacher's involvement is the key factor. In the PADI system school considers parent's

involvement is essential.

We invite valuable inputs from parents, subject experts, educationist and child psychologists.

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PARENT’S PARTICIPATION

1. We seek parents' continuous cooperation and participation in making their child a 'Brainy

Star'.2. The child should carry the diary to school every day.3. The rules mentioned in the communication book of the school have to be read and strictly

followed.4. Personal details have to be filled and duly signed.5. Parents are requested to check diary every day, though the assignment is not given on daily

basis. Diary may contain information to parents and sometimes an activity meant for either

child or parents.6. Parents are requested to observe discipline of the school. Discipline makes a child to become a

star.7. Parents are advised not to adorn their child with gold ornaments.8. Parents are requested to keep ready their children before time, if they are availing transport

facility. Likewise they should be ready while they are returned from school.9. If any parent would like to discuss academic or administrative issues they are requested to

seek appointment either with Principal or Administrator.10. We appreciate your suggestions or complaints.11. “Early to sleep and early to rise” is the Islamic concept. Practice this noble habit with your

children. This is sunnah also. Wake up children early morning offer them a glass of milk. Give

them a light breakfast. Some parents don't feed breakfast in their home, instead they send

“heavy lunch box” with the children. We request to the parents that mother can feed children

better than teacher. Teachers have to look after fifteen students. So it is requested to feed

breakfast in home and send light lunch box, free from junk food.12. Do not send your child to the campus if he/she is found to be having fever or signs of fever.13. Do not send your child to the campus if he/she is found to be catching cold, flu or running nose or

signs of any of them.14. We do not encourage parents to let their children carry bags unless if necessary.15. Please ensure your child arrives at the campus on time.16. Please ensure your child is fetched from the campus on time.17. Please ensure that fees are paid in due time.18. If your child is absent for more than 2 days consecutively, please inform us accordingly.19. Do not let your child carry any valuable items such as money, jewellery, watch or any other

things that may attract other children's attention. We shall not be held liable for any loss of

personal belongings within the premise.20. Kindly label all belongings of your child especially bag to avoid confusion.21. As we do not encourage high intake of sugar, please refrain from filling up your child's water

bottle with sweet drinks.

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PARENT’S ASSOCIATION

“It must be remembered that the purpose of education is not to fill the minds of students with facts... it is to teach them to think...”

-Robert Hutchins

The Brainy Stars education foundation has promoted ‘Brainy Parent’s Association’. This association

will work with the co-ordination of Brainy Stars education Foundation’s teaching staff and the

management. The Objective of the Association is to make families more prosperous and happy by

continuous reformation (Tazkiya). The families should try to adopt the values enshrined in Quran and

Sunnah.

The Association will conduct various programmes including parenting class. The Association will

organize workshops on “the art of successful marriage” in association with DMS Human Rights

Organization.

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IIyas Nagar Sultan Palya Vivek Nagar Benson Town

Madiwala Cox Town Chamrajpet

UPCOMING BRANCHES

Sultan Palya Vivek Nagar Benson Town

Madiwala Cox Town Chamrajpet

UPCOMING BRANCHES

N U RTURI N G LE ADER S

FRAZER TOWN

J.P.Nagar: No.261/A 100ft Road, JP Nagar Post, Ilyas

Nagar Near RR hospital, Bangalore- 560078

R.T. NAGAR: N0.348,4th main,12th Cross, Behind R.T.Nagar

Telephone Exchange, Bangalore - 32

JAYANAGAR: N0.12, 30th Cross, Opp. Sagar Hospital

Jayanagar, Bangalore - 560 041.

HBR LAYOUT: N0.105, 3rd Block, 1st stage HBR Layout,

80 feet Road, near Telephone exchange, Bangalore - 43

JAYANAGAR (Primary School): N0.13, 30th Cross,

Opp. Sagar Hospital, Jayanagar, Bangalore - 560 041.

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