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The NEP Connect
Holistic education
A comprehensive approach that aims to develop all capacities of learners—intellectual, aesthetic,
social, physical, emotional and moral in an integrated manner—so that they are able to fulfil the
challenges they might encounter in life and their educational careers.
Characteristics of Holistic Learning
focusses on experiential
01 learning to provide hands-on
educational experiences
develops values 02 Pages 38, 64, 105, 147
and morals
Pages 36, 38, 44, 148 fosters critical thinking and
03 problem-solving skills
Pages 107, 128, 133, 141
04
emphasises on a sense of
community and collaboration
promotes self-awareness,
Pages 26, 27, 38, 53
05 self-regulation and positive
relationships
establishes self-confidence 06 Pages 15, 27, 126, 150
within individuals
Pages 38, 53, 66, 103
07 emphasises on respect for all,
which include the land and
other natural elements of life
aids cognitive growth 08
when multiple subjects are Pages 16, 32, 36, 111
addressed together
Pages 34, 88, 93, 105