AP Primary Schools Academic Calendar 2026–27: Complete Schedule, Timings & Holidays
Month Wise Working Days 2026-27
General Schools : Dasara Holidays from 12-10-2026 to 21-10-2026: Christmas Holiday 25-12-2026 : Sankranthi Holidays from 11-01-2027 to 17-01-2027.
For Christian minority Institutions Dasara Holidays from 15-10-2026 to 21-10-2026 : Christmas Holidays from 20-12-2026 to 27-12-2026 : Sankranthi Holidays from 13-01-2027 to 17-01-2027.
Optional Holidays may be availed at school level as per the rules in force. Local Holidays should be availed with prior permision from higher authorities. Any change in the holidays may be subject to the Government orders from time to time.
AP Primary Teachers Subject Weightage per Week
1. WLR -We love Reading / Library
2. AV- Ananda Vedika
3. VE - Value Education
4. HE - Health Education
5. Art & Cul - Art and cultural Education
1 TO 5 Classes Subject Wise Weightage -2026-27
Mandatory Activities :
1. Conduct Class wise / whole school Mathematical Tables drilling in the first 5 minutes
of Maths periods every day.
2. Conduct oral Mathematics practice every day.
3. Conduct oral drilling on Days in a week, names of the Months, names of the Years,
Directions and Corners, names of the Thidhulu, Nakshatralu, Raasulu,
Seasons every day evening.
4. Conduct paper cuttings, Clay modeling, Drawing, Singing, Dancing, Gardening, etc
Activities on 'NO BAG DAY' for 1 to 5 Classes.
5. Practice good hand writting (Cursive Writing) every day in the language periods.
6. Conduct Art & Cultural Activities as per the syllabus.
7. Conduct English Language Lab Activities particularly for Listening and Speaking
twice in a week in English periods by using google read along app.
8. Conduct Perfomance activities - Reciting poems and Narrating stories as per the
syllabus given.
Daily 2-Mark Practice Questions for Skill Enhancement in PRIMARY school children
To enhance students’ writing skills, answer presentation, memory retention, and overall academic performance,
a structured daily activity is introduced for all classes. As part of this initiative, students will practice two 2-mark
questions every day based on the subject scheduled:
• Monday – Telugu • Tuesday – English • Wednesday – Mathematics • Thursday – EVS
Guidelines for Implementation:
1. Advance Declaration: Subject teachers must announce the 2-mark questions at least one day in advance to allow students to prepare mentally and organize their study. 2.
Scheduled Practice Time: Teachers will assign a specific, suitable time during the school day to conduct this writing activity. 3. Timely Corrections: All responses must be evaluated
and returned by the next day, ensuring timely feedback and learning. 4. Objective: This activity aims to:
a. Improve handwriting and presentation skills b. Develop answerative skills (how to effectively structure and express answers)
c. Enhance memorization and understanding d. Support better performance in periodic assessments
This initiative encourages consistency, discipline, and academic growth among students through daily subject-based writing practice.
Enrollment Drive – Badi Pilusthondi
Introduction:
As per the Right to Education (RTE Act) norms, the Government of Andhra Pradesh has proposed a special enrollment campaign to conduct a Door-to-Door Survey for identifying school-age children.
This drive aims to reduce dropout rates and ensure all children are enrolled in schools by creating awareness about the importance of education, along with the facilities, benefits, and schemes provided for students. The programme will be conducted from the school reopening day for one month.
Objectives:
O To ensure 100% enrollment of all eligible children in schools.
O To ensure that no child in the 6-14 age group is left out of school.
O To bring back all dropout children to school.
O To conduct the enrollment drive for one month, starting from the school reopening day.
Implementation:
The program will be carried out with the support of: O Welfare & Education Assistants,
O Cluster Resource Mobile Teacher (CRMTs),
Inclusive Education Resource Persons (IERPs), O Anganwadi Workers (ICDS),
O Part-time instructors under Samagra Shiksha
Expected Outcomes:
Increased enrollment rates in government and aided schools.
Reduced dropout rates through identification and re-enrollment of out-of-school children.
Greater awareness among parents about the importance of education and available
government schemes.
Strengthened community participation in supporting children’s education.
This initiative will help to achieve universal education access and bridge learning gaps,
ensuring that every child gets the opportunity to learn and grow.
AP Primary Schools Tentative Examination Schedule 2026–27
| Assessment | Tentative Date | Syllabus |
Formative Assessment - I (Classes I to V) | 3 - 6 August, 2026 | June, July |
Formative Assessment - II (Classes I to V) | 5 - 7 October, 2026 | August, September |
Summative Assessment - I (Classes I to V) | 9 - 16 November, 2026 | June to October |
Formative Assessment - III (Classes I to V) | 4 - 6 January, 2027 | November, December |
Formative Assessment - IV (Classes I to V) | 8 - 10 February, 2027 | January |
Summative Assessment - II (Classes I to V) | 8 - 13 April, 2027 | Total Syllabus |
JUNE 2026 WORKING DAYS:14
ANANDAVEDIKA
Ananda Vedika - Mindfulness programme is designed to develop individual students with joyfulness, confidence and values. The following
values are to be developed among students.
1. Love and compassion 2. Respect 3. Faithfulness 4. Obedience 5. Empathy 6. Appreciation 7. Unity 8. Truth 9. Acceptance
Four Stories were developed to inculcate the above nine values among students. Teacher has to narrate these stories and elicit responses from
the students
Implementation : 1. Ananda vedika progamme will be conducted for 30 minutes in the first period. 2. The teacher who is allotted for first
period is held responsible for conduct of Ananda vedika class.
Action plan : Monday - Mind fullness Activity ; Tuesday, Wednesday - Story Time; Thursday , Friday - Activity Time ;
Saturday - Responses;
Timings for AP Primary Schools
School Readiness - Class Readiness
School/class Readiness programme for this academic year can be conducted for 36 days
for 1 & 2 Classes from the date of reopening to till july2026. For classes 3to5 Readiness
activities will be conducted upto 30th June. School readiness can be conducted in order to make
the children adopt to school environment. The teacher has to plan appropriate activities to
achieve the minimum levels of learning of their previous class.
In order make the child ready Psychologically, Physically and sociologically, focus must
be given for acquisition of Language Skills (LSRW) and Mathemetical skills (Four fundamental
processes) by the children.
The teacher has to ensure that every child :
1. Acquire the stated academic standards to continue the present class.
2. Acquire the Literacy and Numaracy skills
3. Able to read and write sentences correctly.
4. Acquire creative skills and language skills as per the class - specific academic standards.
5. To do in the class - relevant foundamental processes in mathematics as per the academic standards.
All subject teachers shall conduct language reading and reading comprehension activities in their
concern periods. Teacher has to write key vocabulary on the board from the pevious class lessons.
Explain briefly and train the students to read the vocabulary by conducting whole class, pair, individual
reading activities. Conduct dictation at the end of each period. Mathematics teachers shall conduct
activities for four fundamental operations. In case of regular syllabus periods the teacher has to write
key words, the gist of lesson in one or two sentences on the board and make students read and
comprehend under class readiness activity.
Roles and Responsibilities of Head Teachers and Teachers
Head Teachers / Head Masters:
• All Head Teachers should scrupulously follow the guidelines regarding academic, supervision
and administration as envisaged in G.O.Ms.No.54, Education (Ser V), dated 01.06.2000.
• Ensure the activities suggested regarding preparation of Headmaster’s room, preparation of
the classroom, resource mobilization, monitoring and supervision, planning of co-curricular
and extra-curricular activities without fail.
• Set the standards of the school and evaluate him/herself continuously to ensure that the goals
set are achieved by the end of the academic year.
• Conduct the staff meeting in an innovative manner by focusing the analytics on the learning
outcomes, classroom observations, demystifying the learning outcomes etc., duly recording
and disseminating the minutes. Every staff meeting should first discuss the action taken on
the previous minutes and that the action is complete in all respects.
• Ensure that all teachers keep their mobiles in switch off mode / silent during the classroom
transaction. Should attend the schools at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time and leave
the school only after confirming that all children have left, all properties are safely secured
and everything is fine and under control.
• Follow the protocol during the visits of the higher official, Public Representatives and the
other dignitaries in a be - fitting manner and should appraise them the activities, programmes,
that are being practiced in the school including the standards of the school and the students.
• Conduct the Parent Teacher Meetings in a planned manner so that all parents will have the
opportunity to know about the academic progress of their wards. Parents should have
opportunity to interact with subject teachers of their wards.
• Ensure that the Academic Calendar prescribed by government is strictly followed and all the
activities indicated are taken up appropriately by all teachers.
• Allocate co-curricular and extra-curricular periods to teachers based on their capabilities and
interests.
• Focus on the handwriting and cursive writing skills among students and adopt innovative
methods to improve the same.
• Understand that “Child is not the reason for his/her low performance’. Teachers should be
made aware of it and take responsibility for the performance of their students
• Maintain rapport with the Village Secretariat in order to have convergence with all line
departments in the village.
• Responsible for the school property and infrastructure including its maintenance.
• Ensure that the safe drinking water is provided to the students and it is tested from time to
time, in convergence with the RWS department.
• Ensure that the school evacuation plan is in place and displayed at a prominent place for the
information of all, along with the school and student safety protocols that are to be meticulously
followed.
• Enquire about the students who are absent for a long period of time through the Cluster
Resource Mobile Teacher (CRMT)/ Education and Welfare assistant of Village / Ward
Secretariat concerned.
• Utilize the digital infrastructure properly with utmost care and ensure that it is made available
for digital learning of students.
• Involve all teachers in the administrative activities and monitoring of government programs like
PM Poshan - Dokka Seetamma Madhyahna Badi Bhojanam, Dr. Sarvepalli Radha Krishna Vidyardhi
Mitra.
Teachers:
• Teachers should scrupulously follow the guidelines regarding academic and classroom
administration as envisaged in G.O.Ms.No.54, Education (Ser V), dated 01.06.2000.
• Follow the timetable prescribed by the Headmaster concerned.
• Write standard lesson plans as suggested in the Academic Calendar.
• Unbiased towards students in respect of gender, caste, community, disability and should
address the learning levels of students appropriately with out any discrimination.
• Have analytical report of the assessments and should develop student specific action plan
for remedial teaching.
• Come to the school well in advance to attend the school assembly and to extend their co-
operation in conduct of the assembly in a smooth manner.
• Present their lesson plans to the Headmaster concerned for its approval.
• Follow the suggestions given by the Headmaster on the classroom observations.
• Attend the staff meeting without fail and to take necessary action on the minutes of the
meeting.
• Attend the Parent Teacher Meetings if the Headmaster requires the presence of the respective
teacher.
• Evaluate the answer scripts in time and post the Marks / Grades within stipulated time.
• Adopt the learning outcome-based teaching learning process.
• Focus on the digital learning through the available digital infrastructure and to make the
students to go through the QR codes provided in textbooks for their reinforcement in
academics.
• Cooperate with the Headmaster in school administration and to ensure the appropriate class
specifc learning outcomes among the students.
• Have their specifc plan for remedial teaching and to administer the plan after school hours.
• Follow the guidelines suggested in the academic calendar prescribed by SCERT, AP and
implement the activities prescribed.
• Give open ended questions to students and to provide the opportunity for critical thinking.
• Adopt the positive behavior strategies such as setting challenging goals for learning, making
expectations clear both orally and in writing, setting consequences for non-completion of
work, encouraging students to write and speak well, discussing class progress and
communicating the importance of high academic standards to students.
• Encourage the gifted students in participating competitive examinations duly providing the
appropriate study material to them and to make aware of various careers.
• Maintain a good rapport with the Headmaster and other co-teachers to create a healthy
learning environment to the students.
• Scrupulously follow any instruction issued by the Headmaster concerned and higher
authorities from time to time.
• Completion of syllbus means achieving learning outcomes but not mere completion of the
lessons.
• Keep assets register updated • Ensure Maximum utilization of TVs.
• All CRMTs, SGTs, and School Assistants who are certified Teach tool observers need to do
classroom observations, give feedback & share supporting resources with their mapped
teachers once in 2 months (4 times in a year)
CONDUCT OF SCHOOL ANNIVERSARY
School Anniversary is cultural event with multiple benefits. School Anniversary is a significant event that hold immense importance for the school community, including students, teachers, alumni
and parents. School Annual Day is conducted to celebrate achievements, encourage talent, build confidence, and strengthen the school community while making learning a fun and holistic experience. It may
generally include... (May be planned on 27th January 2027)
1. Celebrating Milestones 2. Fostering Community Engagement 3. Inspiring Students 4. Promoting School Spirit 5. Fund raising and Development 6. Creating a Memorable and Fun Experience.
JULY 2026 WORKING DAYS: 26
HOLIDAYS
11 - Second Saturday
OPTIONAL HOLIDAYS
16 - Ratha Yatra
IMPORTANT DAYS
10 - Mega Parent-Teachers Meeting
11 - World Population Day
28 - World Hepatitis Day
* Every Thursday DIKSHA Content Usage by the students.
Holistic Progress Card (HPC)
The Holistic Progress Card (HPC) is a comprehensive assessment system designed in alignment with the NCF-Foundational Stage, focusing on the overall development of children rather than
only academic performance. It emphasizes three key abilities-awareness, sensitivity, and creativity-and assesses students using performance levels such as Stream, Mountain, and Sky. The
HPC promotes activity-based, experiential, and child-centered learning, encouraging students to actively participate in their learning process.
The Primary HPC for Classes 1 to 5 consists of structured sections covering student details, attendance, assessment, and holistic development. The class teacher is responsible for recording
student profile details, including personal, health (BMI), and parent-related information. Students are also encouraged to express themselves through sections such as "Me and My Surroundings,"
with teacher support. Attendance is maintained regularly and reviewed monthly.
Assessment is carried out through Formative Assessments (FA) and Summative Assessments (SA). For Classes 1 and 2, assessment is based on observation, oral skills, and simple written
work, while for Classes 3 to 5, it includes response-based activities, projects, written work, and slip tests. Teachers record marks, convert them into grades, and set short-term and long-term
learning goals. Teacher remarks and parent feedback are integral to the process.
The annual result is calculated by combining 20% of internal assessments and 80% of the final examination. The final section captures holistic development across areas such as social-
emotional skills, arts, and physical education, assigning levels like Stream, Mountain, and Sky. Overall, the HPC ensures continuous tracking of student progress and supports meaningful learning.
Further, a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for implementation of HPC has already been shared with all schools in soft copy through Cluster Complex Meetings, ensuring clarity on
processes, roles, and proper maintenance of the Holistic Progress Cards.
Constitutional Values - Value Education - Gender Equality
CONSTITUTIONAL VALUES
This initiative ensures that core principles such as Justice, Liberty, Equality, Fraternity, Unity and Integrity become an integral part of their learning. In addition, key concepts like
Sovereignty, Socialism, Secularism, and Democracy are thoughtfully incorporated to enhance their understanding of the Nation’s foundational ethos. Emphasizing Fundamental Duties further
nurtures a sense of responsibility and good citizenship. By embedding the above values in their education, we empower every child need to contribute to the society, strengthening the very
fabric of our democracy.
VALUE EDUCATION
A Value Education theme prepared based on the pioneering suggestions of Brahmasri CHAGANTI KOTESWARA RAO will be to foster ethical values and good character. This aims
to help students develop qualities such as honesty, kindness, respect, responsibility, and empathy, encouraging them to practice these values in their daily lives. By integrating value-based
education into learning, this will guide students in becoming responsible individuals who contribute positively to society.
GENDER EQUALITY
To promote awareness and understanding of gender equality. This aims to help students develop respect, fairness, and inclusivity, encouraging them to treat everyone with dignity and
without bias. By integrating gender-sensitive education into learning, this will guide students in building an equitable and just society where everyone has equal opportunities to grow and
succeed.
Games and sports
Physical Education Activities
Games and sports play a significant role in the lives of students with disabilities, offering numerous benefits and opportunities
for their overall development. Here are some key reasons why games and sports are important for disability students:
Physical Fitness and Health Motor Skills Development
Social Interaction and Inclusion Self-confidence and Self-esteem
Emotional Well-being and Mental Health Cognitive Development
Improved Quality of Life Transferable Life Skills
Awareness and Acceptance Opportunities for Specialized Sports
AUGUST 2026 WORKING DAYS:22
HOLIDAYS
08 - Second Saturday
15 - Independence Day
21 - Varalakshmi Vratam
25 - Milad-Un-Nabi
OPTIONAL HOLIDAYS
04 - Arbayeen
15 - Parsi New Year's Day
IMPORTANT DAYS
03 - National Friendship Day
06 - Hiroshima Day
12 - International Youth Day
19 - World Photography Day
29 - National Sports Day
Telugu Langauge Day
* Every Thursday DIKSHA Content Usage by the students.
School Assembly
1. School Assembly:
School Assembly is a morning assembly that is identified as an integral part of the school schedule. It is a space where the whole school comes together at the start of the day to affirm school identity and
aspiration. Assembly is the ideal time to rouse the physical, intellectual and emotional energy of the school community so that they can perform optimally through the course of the day. Headmaster/Head
mistress, Class Teacher, Physical Education Teacher, School Pupil Leader, Class Pupil Leader are the responsible persons for effective conduct of school assembly.
Objectives:
Develop a feeling of unity and affiliation among students
Enable students to share their experiences, stories, and anecdotes with others
Motivate students and reinforce positive behaviours/conduct/actions in the form of praise or rewards awarded in public
Acquaint students with the school program more clearly
Timeline and Schedule : The following activities will be conducted in the School assembly everyday for 10 minutes.
Monday
Vande Mataram Song (National Song)
Maa Telugu talliki (State Anthem)
Pledge in Telugu
Learn a word a day
Thought / importance of the day
General knowledge questions/quiz
Reading Telugu news
HM's note
National anthem
Tuesday
Vande Mataram Song (National Song)
Sare jahan se Acha
Road safety pledge
Pledge in Telugu
Learn a word a day
Thought / importance of the day
General knowledge question / quiz
Reading Telugu news
HM's note
National anthem
Wednesday
Vande Mataram Song (National Song)
Maa Telugu talliki (State Anthem)
School safety pledge
Pledge in Telugu
Learn a word a day
Thought / importance of the day
General knowledge question / quiz
Telugu news reading
HM's note
National anthem
Thursday
Vande Mataram Song (National Song)
Sare jahan se Acha
Pledge in English
Road safety pledge
Learn a word a day
Thought / importance of the day
General knowledge questions/quiz
Reading English news
HM's note
National anthem
Friday
Vande Mataram Song (National Song)
Maa Telugu talliki (State Anthem)
Nature prayer (Prakruthi Prardhana)
Pledge in English
Learn a word a day
Thought / importance of the day
General knowledge questions/quiz
Reading English news
HM's note
National anthem
Saturday
Vande Mataram Song (National Song)
Sare jahan se Acha
Pledge in English
Learn a word a day
Thought / importance of the day
General knowledge questions/quiz
Reading English news
HM's note
National anthem
PLEDGES
India is my country. All Indians are my brothers and sisters. I love my country and I am proud of its rich and varied heritage. I shall always strive to be worthy of it. I shall give my parents, teachers
and all elders respect and treat everyone with courtesy. I shall be kind to Animals. To my country and my people, I pledge my devotion. In their well being and prosperity alone lies my happiness.
School Safety Pledge : (Every Wednesday in the Assembly)
We, the teachers, parents and students of (Name of the School) pledge to ensure that our school is a SAFE, SECURE and HAPPY place for all. We pledge to support the Head of the School who shall:
1. Leave the school building at the end of the school day only after ensuring that no child is left behind inside or outside the school premises. 2. Ensure that students, teachers and staff stay back in school for
various activities only with his/her permission. 3. Meet and interact with all students and teachers regularly and at least once a week. 4. Ensure that teachers are sensitive to the needs and concerns of students,
especially those in the primary classes. 5. Create a healthy, clean and non-threatening environment and curb bullying. 6. Carry out evacuation drills regularly. 7. Maintain a Suggestion / POCSO Box and check
the comments shared by students regularly.
రహదారి భద్రత ప్రతిజ్ఞ & ప్రకృతి ప్రార్ధన
Reading Day Pledge : (on 19th June - Reading Day)
Today I....stand and pledge with full faith of my ability to grow through 'reading'. 'I pledge to promote the development of my country through judicious reading of knowledge resources in print /
digital medium. I shall respect myself and others too. I shall shine in the light of knowledge gained, to solve the problems I faced as well as the challenges affecting my country.
I realize that today we face multiple challenges, be it poverty, unemployment, pandemic, natural calamities, corruption, substance abuse, climate change, etc. I shall make reading a habit and be a
solution to these challenges. I shall ensure best compliance to the legal framework of my country and shall strive for a secure and secular atmosphere. I shall strive to raise high, the value of knowledge, and
the pride of my country with my thoughts, words and deeds..
School Development Plan (SDP)
A School Development Plan (SDP) provides the basis for school improvement and should reflect the school’s philosophy and vision. It lists the priorities and actions for the next period of time – many schools
make a general three-year plan that is supplemented by a more detailed yearly plan. The SDP drives the next school self-review and demonstrates to the community that the school is working to achieve the best
possible outcomes for its students.
Objectives
Identifying the key areas for development and planning for the desired improvements to take place.
Meeting the agreed school aims effectively and utilising the allotted budget most effectively for school development.
Turning the schools long term vision into reality and breaking it into short term goals to achieve progressively.
Strengthening the partnership among the school staff, parents and other stakeholders.
Timeline: One mandatory meeting at the beginning of the year, one mandatory review meeting at the end of the year. Review meetings should be held
in every quarter at least once to check the progress.
Guidelines:
1. School HM and Teachers to come together and call for a meeting with parents and community members.
2. Discuss with all the participants to list out all the activities or works that need to be done in the school during the academic year.
3. Find out what are school priorities to work on in the academic year both in academics and infrastructure, by referring to the checklist.
4. Assign responsibilities to school staff and community members to work towards those goals.
5. Keep a track on progress of activities and evaluate those and take corrective action if necessary. Conduct review meetings thrice in a year.
Amazon Future Engineer
The Amazon Future Engineer (AFE) initiative is a step forward in revolutionizing computer science education and preparing the next generation for the ever-evolving tech landscape. By focusing on government
schools in Andhra Pradesh, AFE aims to bridge the gap in access to quality education and provide students with critical skills for future success.
Key components of the AFE
1. Teacher-led Demonstration Schools: These schools will serve as models for integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the curriculum. By showcasing AI in the classroom, the initiative aims to give
students hands-on exposure to this important technology early on.
2. Embedding a Future Skills Curriculum: The program focuses on introducing a curriculum that emphasizes future skills, which might include not just coding and AI but also areas like problem-solving,
critical thinking, and creativity—skills that will be necessary in an increasingly tech-driven world.
3. Certified Teacher Training in Computational Thinking: Teachers will receive certified training in Computational Thinking, a vital skill for teaching students how to approach problems and solve
them in logical, structured ways. This training will empower educators to effectively teach these skills and bring them into their classrooms.
For the academic year 2025-26, AFE aims to build awareness and strengthen the capacity of over 3,500 government school teachers in delivering Computational Thinking and Artificial Intelligence education. The
program will benefit students from grades 4 to 10 across 1,700+ schools, including ZPHS, GHS, AP Model Schools, and KGBVs, spanning 6 districts of Andhra Pradesh.
This initiative aligns with the broader objective of fostering digital literacy and future-ready skills among students, ensuring their preparedness for emerging technological advancements.
Number of periods required in the academic school calendar:
Classroom Engagement - 1 period per week for grades 4 to 9 of the selected schools in districts of Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, and NTR districts.
SEPTEMBER 2026 WORKING DAYS:23
HOLIDAYS
04 - Sri Krishnashtami
12 - Second Saturday
14 - Vinayaka Chaviti
OPTIONAL HOLIDAYS
22 - Yaz Dahum Shareef
IMPORTANT DAYS
05 - National Teachers Day
08 - International Literacy Day
14 - Hindi Diwas
15 - International Day of Democracy
National Engineers Day
16 - Ozone Day
22 - World Rivers Day
23 - International Day of
Sign languages
* Every Thursday DIKSHA Content
Usage by the students.
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