{"id":14720,"date":"2026-03-21T18:49:06","date_gmt":"2026-03-21T18:49:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itc-uk.akkenum.com\/?page_id=14720"},"modified":"2026-03-21T19:02:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-21T19:02:50","slug":"academic-excellence","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/itc-uk.org\/index.php\/academic-excellence\/","title":{"rendered":"Academic excellence"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"14720\" class=\"elementor elementor-14720\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a63f051 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a63f051\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ace5ff3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-rs-heading\" data-id=\"ace5ff3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"rs-heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t        <div class=\"rs-heading default \">\r\n        \t<div class=\"title-inner\">\r\n        \t\t      \t\t\r\n\t            <span class=\"sub-text \">ITC UK<\/span><h2 class=\"title\"><span class=\"watermark\"><\/span>Academic excellence<\/h2>\t        <\/div>\r\n\t                <\/div>\r\n        \t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bfbe019 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bfbe019\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Academic excellence is at the core of Kingston Tamil School. Through the structured Valar Tamil curriculum and focused preparation for Cambridge GCSE Tamil, our experienced teachers support students to achieve strong outcomes and confident language skills. Our results speak for themselves, with 100% pass rates, 20% excellent pass (&gt; 90 marks) over 150 successful exam candidates, 2025 GCSE Tamil examinations where 4 out of 10 students achieved A* grades &#8211; reflecting our commitment to high standards and student success.<\/p><p><br \/><strong>\u2022 Safe environment<\/strong><br \/>Safe. Trusted. Caring.<br \/>Your child\u2019s wellbeing is our top priority. All teachers and volunteers are fully DBS-checked, with strong safeguarding and health &amp; safety practices in place \u2014 creating a secure environment where every student can learn with confidence.<\/p><p><br \/><strong>\u2022 Programs offered (Preschool, Primary, Secondary, Advanced Level)<\/strong><br \/>Malalaiyar Nilai<br \/>Palar Nilai<br \/>Valar Tamil \u2013 Level 1<br \/>Valar Tamil \u2013 Level 2<br \/>Valar Tamil \u2013 Level 3<br \/>Valar Tamil \u2013 Level 4<br \/>Valar Tamil \u2013 Level 5<br \/>Valar Tamil \u2013 Level 6<br \/>Valar Tamil \u2013 Level 7<br \/>Cambridge GCSE (O\/L) Tamil<\/p><ul><li><strong>Curriculum information<\/strong><br \/>At Kingston Tamil School, we follow the <strong>TEDC curriculum<\/strong>, using structured textbooks and exams provided by TEDC itself. We welcome children from age 4 to <strong>Malalaiyar Nilai<\/strong> and teach them through <strong>Valar Tamil Level 8<\/strong> to build strong language foundations step by step. After completing these stages, students progress to dedicated preparation for <strong>Cambridge GCSE (O\/L) Tamil<\/strong>, developing advanced skills with confidence and academic excellence<\/li><\/ul><p>Why Choose Our School<br \/>40+ Years of Excellence \u2013 A trusted Tamil school serving the Kingston community since 1986.<\/p><p>Proven Academic Success \u2013 TEDC Valar Tamil curriculum with preparation for Cambridge GCSE Tamil and strong examination results.<\/p><p>Fine Arts Training \u2013 Carnatic vocal, Bharatanatyam dance, mridangam, violin, veena, flute and more.<\/p><p>Experienced &amp; Passionate Teachers \u2013 Dedicated educators committed to every child\u2019s progress.<\/p><p>Performance &amp; Cultural Opportunities \u2013 Concerts, festivals and fine arts showcases throughout the year.<\/p><p>Safe &amp; Trusted Environment \u2013 All staff and volunteers are fully DBS-checked with strong safeguarding practices.<\/p><p>Inclusive Community \u2013 Open to all backgrounds, helping children grow in confidence, culture and creativity.<\/p><p>Beyond the Classroom \u2013 Annual athletics sports day, youth sports and wider community wellbeing initiatives.<\/p><p>Facilities<\/p><p>A vibrant, well-equipped environment where learning, culture and community come together.<br \/>1) Bright, Airy Classrooms \u2013 Well-organised learning spaces designed to keep students comfortable, focused and inspired.<\/p><p>2) Dedicated Library \u2013 Supporting language learning, reading and cultural enrichment.<\/p><p>3) Spacious Assembly Hall \u2013 A proper hall for weekly assemblies, performances and community gatherings.<\/p><p>4) Netball &amp; Football Facilities \u2013 Encouraging teamwork, fitness and active learning beyond the classroom.<\/p><p>5) Yoga Sessions \u2013 Promoting wellbeing, balance and mindfulness for students and adults.<\/p><p>6) Chess Club \u2013 Developing strategy, concentration and critical thinking skills.<\/p><p>7) Thevaram Classes for Adults \u2013 Preserving spiritual heritage and community learning.<\/p><p>8) Canteen Area \u2013 A welcoming space for refreshments and social interaction.<\/p><p>9) Parent Play Room \u2013 A comfortable area for parents to relax while children attend classes.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ITC UK Academic excellence Academic excellence is at the core of Kingston Tamil School. 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