Welcome
to the Emil




Chhoto Kanthalia, BKP, Kolkata – 121

Emil Academy

EMIL NGO

Emil Academy

Emil—meaning “to strive” and “rival”—reflects our unwavering commitment to compete against poverty and inequality. For over two decades, we’ve walked alongside West Bengal’s forgotten souls—children sleeping on railway platforms, elderly abandoned by time, families trapped in invisible margins.

Emil NGO stands as a beacon of hope for West Bengal’s most vulnerable populations. Dedicated to serving humanity, we work year-round to serve the distressed and suffering people lying at the station. Our mission is simple yet profound—bringing smiles to innocent faces through free education, comprehensive health services, and nutritious meals. From street children to tribal communities, our doors welcome everyone. We also run a primary to upper primary school and an old age home for destitute elderly citizens. Through compassionate care and unwavering commitment, we help the underprivileged dream of brighter tomorrows. Join us in this noble journey of transformation.

Mission

To provide quality, affordable education that nurtures young minds holistically while ensuring underprivileged children receive equal learning opportunities without financial barriers hindering their educational journey.

Vision

Building a generation of compassionate, educated citizens who value equality and social responsibility, creating future leaders who will contribute positively to society’s transformation.

Objectives

To provide inclusive and quality education that nurtures academic excellence, creativity, and empathy—empowering every child, regardless of background, to grow with confidence and equal opportunities.

Classes

Playgroup –

Preferred Age: 2.5 to 3.5 years

Class Duration: 2 hours 

Timing:

Syllabus: 

  • Play-based learning and sensory activities
  • Basic color, shape, and object recognition
  • Rhymes, music, and storytelling sessions
  • Motor skill development through games
  • Art and craft activities
  • Social interaction and group play
  • Outdoor play and physical activities
  • Basic hygiene and self-care habits

Nursery –

Preferred Age: 3.5 to 4.5 years

Class Duration: 2.5 hours per session

Timing:

Syllabus:

  • Alphabet recognition (English and Bengali)
  • Number concepts (1-20)
  • Pre-writing skills and hand-eye coordination
  • Storytelling and picture reading
  • Rhyme recitation and memory building
  • Basic conversational skills
  • Drawing, coloring, and clay modeling
  • Environmental awareness activities
  • Group activities and sharing concepts

Lower Kindergarten (LKG) –

Preferred Age: 4.5 to 5.5 years

Class Duration: 3 hours per session

Timing:

Syllabus:

  • English: Alphabet writing, phonics basics, simple words
  • Bengali: Alphabet recognition, vowel-consonant combinations
  • Mathematics: Numbers 1-50, counting, basic addition
  • Shapes, patterns, sizes, and comparisons
  • General Knowledge: Family, body parts, animals, birds, fruits
  • Drawing, coloring, and craft work
  • Dance, music, and creative expression
  • Physical education and games
  • Value education and good manners

Upper Kindergarten (UKG) –

Preferred Age: 5.5 to 6.5 years

Class Duration: 3.5 hours per session

Timing: 

Syllabus:

  • English: Reading sentences, 3-4 letter words, basic grammar
  • Bengali: Reading simple sentences, writing words
  • Mathematics: Numbers up to 100, addition and subtraction
  • Place value, time introduction, money recognition
  • Environmental Studies: Community helpers, transport, festivals
  • Computer basics through educational games
  • Creative writing and drawing
  • Safety rules and good habits
  • Art, music, dance, and sports activities

Class I –

Preferred Age: 6 to 7 years

Class Duration: 4 hours per session

Timing:

Syllabus:

  • English: Reading fluency, sentence construction, grammar basics
  • Bengali: Reading, writing, and basic grammar
  • Mathematics: Numbers up to 1000, two-digit operations
  • Multiplication tables (2-5), word problems, shapes
  • Environmental Studies: Living/non-living, plants, animals
  • General Knowledge: India basics, current awareness
  • Computer education introduction
  • Art, craft, music, and dance
  • Physical education and sports
  • Library periods for reading habits

Class II –

Preferred Age: 7 to 8 years

Class Duration: 4.5 hours per session

Timing:

Syllabus:

  • English: Advanced reading, pronouns, tenses, creative writing
  • Bengali: Grammar rules, essay writing, literature introduction
  • Mathematics: Three-digit operations, tables up to 10, division
  • Fractions introduction, measurements, time and money
  • Environmental Studies: Water, air, soil, weather, human body
  • Computer: Basic operations and paint programs
  • General Knowledge and current affairs
  • Art, craft, and creative activities
  • Physical education, yoga, and sports
  • Value education and citizenship

Class III –

Preferred Age: 8 to 9 years

Class Duration: 5 hours per session

Timing: 

Syllabus:

  • English: Comprehension, advanced grammar, literature appreciation
  • Bengali: Complex grammar, composition, literary texts
  • Mathematics: Large numbers, fractions, decimals, geometry
  • Lines, angles, shapes, and word problems
  • Science: Living organisms, digestion, plants, materials, light
  • Social Studies: History, geography, and civics basics
  • Computer: Word processing and internet basics
  • Art, music, and cultural activities
  • Physical education and organized sports
  • Project work and practical learning

Class IV –

Preferred Age: 9 to 10 years

Class Duration: 5.5 hours per session

Timing:

Syllabus:

  • English: Literature analysis, essay writing, letter writing
  • Bengali: Prose, poetry, and advanced grammar
  • Mathematics: Roman numerals, LCM, HCF, perimeter, area
  • Factors, multiples, geometry, and data interpretation
  • Science: Digestion, respiration, reproduction, force, motion
  • Social Studies: Ancient civilizations, earth features, government
  • History, Geography, and Civics as separate subjects
  • Computer: Presentations and spreadsheet basics
  • Art, music, dance, and drama
  • Sports, yoga, and physical fitness

Class V –

Preferred Age: 10 to 11 years

Class Duration: 6 hours per session

Timing:

Syllabus:

  • English: Advanced literature, complex grammar, public speaking
  • Bengali: Classical and modern texts, composition skills
  • Mathematics: Decimals, percentages, profit-loss, averages
  • Geometry, area calculations, data handling
  • Science: Human body systems, life cycles, light, sound, electricity
  • Social Studies: Ancient to modern India, physical geography
  • Democracy, fundamental rights, local governance
  • Computer: Advanced applications, coding introduction
  • Third language option available
  • Board examination preparation begins
  • Extra-curricular and project work

Class VI –

Preferred Age: 11 to 12 years

Class Duration: 6 hours per session

Timing:

Syllabus:

  • English: Novels, plays, poetry with critical analysis
  • Bengali: Literary works analysis, creative expression
  • Mathematics: Algebra basics, advanced arithmetic, geometry
  • Variables, equations, ratio, proportion, mensuration
  • Science: Physics (motion, force, light), Chemistry (materials)
  • Biology (living organisms, nutrition, respiration)
  • Social Studies: Ancient civilizations, earth features, government systems
  • History, Geography, and Civics detailed study
  • Computer science and programming introduction
  • Art, music, physical education
  • Practical experiments and project work

Class VII –

Preferred Age: 12 to 13 years

Class Duration: 6.5 hours per session

Timing:

Syllabus:

  • English: Diverse genres, argumentative essays, speeches
  • Bengali: Classical and contemporary literature analysis
  • Mathematics: Integers, algebraic expressions, equations
  • Geometry properties, perimeter, area, probability
  • Science: Electric current, heat, acids-bases, ecosystems
  • Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as focused topics
  • Social Studies: Medieval to modern periods, natural resources
  • Human activities, governance, social justice
  • Computer programming and applications
  • Regular tests and practical experiments
  • Extra-curricular activities and projects

Class VIII –

Preferred Age: 13 to 14 years

Class Duration: 7 hours per session

Timing:

Syllabus:

  • English: Analytical texts, sophisticated writing, formal essays
  • Bengali: Critical literary appreciation, refined composition
  • Mathematics: Rational numbers, algebraic identities, factorization
  • Linear equations, mensuration (volume), graphs
  • Science: Force, pressure, sound, combustion, reproduction
  • Microorganisms, conservation, metals and non-metals
  • Social Studies: Colonialism, national movements, Constitution
  • Resources, industries, judiciary, secularism
  • Computer applications and programming
  • Regular assessments and board exam preparation
  • Practical work, projects, and presentations
  • Career guidance and counseling sessions

We also run a free school under the Emil NGO

This section is the heart of Emil, offering completely free education to children who cannot afford educational expenses. Underprivileged children from streets, railway stations, and slum areas are provided quality education here without any cost. These students receive free textbooks, uniforms, school supplies, meals, and even transportation support when needed. Our dedicated teachers work with extra care, understanding these children often come from challenging backgrounds. We focus on building their confidence, addressing learning gaps, and nurturing their potential. The free school operates on the same academic standards as the paid section, ensuring no child receives inferior education due to their economic background.