Co-Ed School Playgroup to Grade 8

Where children build knowledge, character, and quiet confidence.

Maia Academy is a co-ed school in quiet Sano Khokana, teaching Playgroup through Grade 8. We build real understanding instead of memorization, good manners, and steady confidence through personal attention.

Inquire for Admission How We Teach & Learn

Maia Academy students writing and studying at their desks in a bright, quiet classroom — Quiet focus during a morning lesson, Sano KhokanaClassrooms

Open Sunday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Visit during school hours to see classes as they are.

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Our Educational Belief

“We believe children learn best not by memorizing in silence, but by asking good questions, observing closely, and growing into kind, confident young people.”

The Teachers & Leadership, Maia Academy

HOW WE LEARN

Five core principles that guide our classrooms every day.

At Maia Academy, learning is not about drilling or repeating words without understanding. Instead, children ask questions, explore ideas with their hands, and build kindness, honesty, and good study habits.

01Understanding

Understanding Ideas Instead of Memorizing

Children explore how math works and discover ideas by themselves before memorizing formulas. When students understand the meaning behind lessons, the knowledge stays with them for life.

02Hands-on

Hands-on Science, Computers, Art & Clay

Every day mixes real science, typing and computer basics, clay modeling, and creative arts into regular lessons. Children build, test, and draw so that new ideas become clear and easy to remember.

03Character

Respect, Honesty, Discipline & Good Manners

We teach children to speak politely, listen carefully, take responsibility, and care for younger schoolmates with true kindness. Good character and care for others grow here every day.

04Confidence

Presentations, Debates, Sports & Recitation

Class presentations, recitation, and friendly sports help every student speak clearly and join in without fear. Children learn to stand tall and share their ideas with ease.

05Readiness

Independent Thinking & Positive Study Habits

Building a daily reading habit, confidence in both Nepali and English, and practical problem-solving, so children enter secondary school prepared, self-assured, and eager to keep learning.

THE LEARNING YEARS

A Continuous Path from Play to Independent Thinking

Playgroup & Early Years

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Gentle phonics, rhymes and stories, sorting by touch and sight, outdoor play, sharing habits, and a joyful first introduction to numbers using real objects. Children learn to care for their things and enjoy being part of a group.

Gentle phonics, rhyming games, and storytelling in Nepali and English
Sorting, counting blocks, and exploring plants in the garden
Daily routines, friendly sharing, and classroom play together

Primary School (Grades 1–5)

Grade 1 through Grade 5

Strong reading and writing in Nepali and English, quick math skills, nature journals, first keyboarding, and explaining answers in full sentences. Students build solid study habits and pride in neat notebooks.

Clear reading, expressive writing, and bilingual conversation
Everyday sums, shapes, and mental math practice
Nature notebooks, first keyboarding, and learning about Lalitpur

Middle School (Grades 6–8)

Grade 6 through Grade 8

Planned science experiments and lab notebooks, class debates, arithmetic and pre-algebra, group projects, and growing personal responsibility that prepares students for senior school with confidence.

Science experiments in the lab and writing down results
Planned debates, essays, and speaking in front of classmates
Pre-algebra, everyday computer work, and duties as student leaders

LEARNING BY DOING

Active Days in the Classroom and Outdoors

01 / Practical Science

Hands-on Science & Nature Study

Looking closely at seeds, leaves, and simple circuits, and keeping science notebooks. Students learn by touching, building, and seeing how things work.

02 / Digital Skills

Computer & Digital Fluency

Touch typing, first steps of logical thinking, and safe everyday computer habits taught step by step, so children use technology with care.

03 / Valley Arts

Clay Modeling & Valley Arts

Drawing, craft, and clay modeling that celebrates the artisan heritage of southern Lalitpur, giving young learners a hands-on love for local craft.

04 / Expression

Public Reading, Quizzes & Debate

Weekly presentations and quizzes where children practice speaking in front of friends with confidence, learning to share ideas clearly and listen with respect.