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Arts at Neev

At Neev Academy, we believe in capturing the essence of a child’s development through the arts. Our robust arts program spans Performing Arts and Visual Arts, encompassing Theatre, Music, Orchestra, and Visual Arts. We take pride in offering a rich and diverse Arts Curriculum that encourages students to explore their passions across different disciplines. Artistic creations adorn our campus, complemented by vibrant co-curricular activities like theatre productions, choir performances, orchestra concerts, and art exhibitions.

The philosophy of art at Neev Academy is grounded in a thoughtful and comprehensive curriculum that evolves with students as they progress through their educational journey. Emphasizing creative thinking, skill development, and a deep understanding of various artistic media, our curriculum cultivates aesthetic sensibilities from the early years onward. Above all, our art program aims to inspire joy and discovery through exploration, empowering students to express themselves and uncover limitless possibilities that reflect their individual identities.

Visual Arts

At Neev, our Visual Arts program offers students a rich and diverse curriculum. Our dedicated teachers work closely with students to cultivate their knowledge, attitudes, and skills in drawing, painting, sculpting, collage making, and conceptualization.

The Visual Arts Pedagogy at Neev is designed to achieve specific educational goals across all grade levels, providing students with comprehensive exploration of visual art. Through structured content strands, students engage with art theory, develop essential skills, apply critical thinking, and express themselves creatively and holistically. These practices foster the development of aspiring artists.

Theatre

At Neev, we believe in embodying the essence of theatre as an integral part of our students’ lives, where the stage becomes an extension of their being. Our Theatre and Performing Arts curriculum is designed to foster essential life skills such as Creativity, Collaboration, Communication, Empathy & Cultural Understanding, and Leadership. Students actively explore the interplay between theory and practice, understanding art within historical, cultural, social, theoretical, and theatrical contexts. They engage in reflective practices that deepen their comprehension of the world around them.

In Grades 9 & 10, students can opt for one of three Arts subjects: Theatre, Music, or Visual Arts.

In Grade 11, students can choose between DP Theatre and DP Visual Arts as part of the Group 6 subject group.

Neevotsav

It is our Theatre Festival for students in Grades 1 to 3, celebrating their achievements and learning journey throughout the school year with dramatic performances across all areas of Performing Arts.

Spotlight

Sporlight is designed to showcase the learning journey of our students in Theatre to the entire school community. Each grade level focuses on a specific aspect:

Grade 4
Storytelling Performance with Gallery Walk showcasing Performance Space Design/ Set Design models.

Grade 5
Devising a chosen scene from an existing story using techniques of mask and mime theatre.

Grade 6
Devising a Greek myth with skills in Greek ensemble/chorus.

Grade 7
Realistic theatre performance of a scene from a published/existing script.

Grade 8
Devising improvisation using commedia dell’arte stock characters and viewpoint composition skills.

Grades 9 & 10
World Theatre Tradition Challenge.

These initiatives empower our students to develop their theatrical skills and confidently navigate public performances, enriching their educational journey at Neev Academy.

Music

Our Music Programme at Neev Academy is meticulously crafted to foster a lifelong passion and profound appreciation for music.

Students explore a diverse range of musical styles and genres, including cultural traditions reflective of our own heritage. Our goal is to cultivate sensitive listeners who acquire invaluable life skills applicable across all facets of life. We emphasize comprehensive musical education by grounding students in music theory, nurturing vocal and instrumental proficiency, and equipping them with technology for composing, arranging, and recording their compositions.

In Lower Elementary (Grades 1-3), students engage in enjoyable musical activities that enhance their vocal and rhythmic abilities. Upper Elementary (Grades 4-5) introduces instrument training, focusing on the recorder and ukulele. In Senior School, students delve into the stylistic nuances of music, delve into Music Theory, receive instrumental training in keyboard and guitar, and participate in ensemble performances. Our extracurricular activities include opportunities like Rock Band, choir, and keyboard ensemble.