Comprehensive syllabus for UKG-level school competitions covering English, Mathematics and Science with sample questions designed to develop critical thinking and foundational skills.
English Olympiad: Building Language Foundations
Alphabetical Skills
Arranging letters, filling missing letters and completing words with appropriate vowels.
Word Formation
Matching rhyming words, rearranging letters to form words and completing simple crosswords.
Comprehension
Identifying opposites, completing sentences and answering yes/no questions about simple facts.
Mathematics: Number Sense & Sequences
Advanced Skills
Skip counting by 2s
Number Relationships
Before, after, between numbers
Basic Counting
Counting objects and writing numerals
Young mathematicians develop foundational skills through engaging activities like counting balloons, identifying numbers that come before or after a given number, and writing number names for single-digit numbers.
Mathematics: Shapes & Patterns
3D Shapes
Identifying cubes, cones, and spheres in everyday objects
2D Shapes
Counting corners and identifying shapes with specific properties
Pattern Recognition
Continuing and identifying breaks in visual patterns
Spatial Understanding
Identifying positions like "below" and "above"
Mathematics: Basic Arithmetic & Measurement
Arithmetic Foundations
Children learn addition and subtraction through visual aids, matching sums to answers and solving simple equations with pictures.
- Visual addition (e.g., 🍎🍎 + 🍎🍎🍎 = ?)
- Subtraction with pictures
- Number line navigation
Measurement Concepts
Students compare objects based on length, weight and capacity through practical examples.
- Comparing jug volumes
- Identifying heaviest objects
- Measuring relative lengths
Mathematics: Time & Data Handling
Time Concepts
Identifying morning, evening, and night activities; recognizing 3 o'clock on analog clocks; naming days of the week.
Basic Data Collection
Counting objects in charts; identifying most and least frequent items; creating simple tallies.
Data Sorting
Grouping objects into categories like toys versus food; comparing quantities in different groups.
Science: My Body & Animals
Human Body
- Matching body parts to functions
- Identifying internal organs
- Recognizing healthy habits
Animal Kingdom
- Matching animals to habitats
- Identifying baby animals
- Classifying animals by diet and habitat
Plant Life
- Matching plant parts to functions
- Identifying vegetables and fruits
- Recognizing plant products
Science: Weather & Food
Weather Concepts
Matching weather conditions to appropriate clothing; identifying day and night sky objects; recognizing seasonal changes.
Nutrition Basics
Identifying healthy foods; matching food groups to their benefits; distinguishing between raw and cooked foods.
Health & Hygiene
Recognizing good hygiene practices; identifying meal times; understanding protective foods.
Science: Our Surroundings
Natural vs. Man-made
Distinguishing between natural objects and those made by humans
Living vs. Non-living
Classifying objects as living or non-living things
Community Places
Identifying the purpose of different places like libraries and hospitals
Children learn to categorize objects in their environment, understand the difference between natural and artificial items, and recognize the importance of keeping surroundings clean through engaging activities.
Science: Transport & Safety
Land Transport
Identifying vehicles that travel on land
Water Transport
Recognising boats and ships
Air Transport
Identifying flying vehicles
Safety Rules
Understanding traffic signals and safety equipment
Students learn to classify vehicles by their mode of transport, understand basic traffic rules and identify safety practices through engaging visual activities and matching exercises.
Science: Daily Life & Community Helpers
The final section covers science in daily life (floating/sinking, electricity, shadows) and community helpers (matching professionals to workplaces). Children also learn to identify objects found at home versus school, completing their preparation for the UKG Olympiad.
UKG Humanities Olympiad
Core Learning Topics
Myself & Family
Understanding body parts, their functions, family members, and relationships. Children learn to identify themselves and their loved ones.
Community Helpers
Recognising essential workers like doctors, teachers, postmen, and farmers. Understanding their roles and tools they use daily.
Transport & Travel
Identifying land, water, and air transport. Learning about vehicle safety, including helmets and emergency vehicles like ambulances.
Festivals & Habits
Celebrating Diwali, Eid, Christmas, and Holi. Developing good habits like washing hands, using dustbins, and daily routines.
Sample Question Categories
Written Assessment
Matching Activities
Connect body parts to functions, helpers to workplaces, and festivals to symbols.
Tick Correct Answers
Identify good habits, family members, transport types, and national symbols.
Circle Pictures
Select appropriate images for community helpers, festivals, and daily routines.
National Symbols
Tiger, mango, lotus, peacock, and Jana Gana Mana anthem. Understanding India's proud heritage.
School & Neighbourhood
Identifying hospitals, schools, parks, fire stations, and the helpers who work there.
Heritage Syllabus: Jataka Tales
The UKG Heritage Syllabus introduces young learners to the timeless wisdom of the Jataka Tales. These ancient Indian stories, featuring animals and humans, impart valuable moral lessons and cultural understanding, fostering empathy and critical thinking from a young age.
The Seri Merchant (सेरिवणिज जातक – Serivaṇija Jātaka)
The Small Merchant (चुल्लक-सेठि जातक – Cullaka-Setthi Jātaka)
The Divine Law (देवधम्म जातक – Devadhamma Jātaka)
King Makhadeva (मखदेव जातक – Makhadeva Jātaka)
The Banyan Deer (निग्रोधमिग जातक – Nigrodhamiga Jātaka)
The War Horse (भोजजानिय जातक – Bhojajaniya Jātaka)
The Mighty Ox (नन्दिविसाल जातक – Nandivisāla Jātaka)
The Weaver Bird (कुलवक जातक – Kulavaka Jātaka)
The Dancing Peacock (नच्च जातक – Nacca Jātaka)
The Haughty Slave (नन्द जातक – Nanda Jātaka)
These narratives help children explore universal themes like kindness, honesty, and wisdom, preparing them for a deeper appreciation of cultural heritage.
UKG Olympiad Syllabus: Preparing Young Minds for Academic Excellence