Student Education Diagnostic

A structured STEAM learning program for Grades 1–10 that develops reasoning, communication, creativity, and leadership.

Rethinking How Children Learn

Communication with Confidence:

Every child is encouraged to speak, explain, ask questions, and share ideas in a safe, supportive environment.

Creativity with Purpose:

Art is used as a tool for expression, imagination, and design thinking, helping children turn ideas into creations.

Life & Leadership Skills:

Through age-appropriate management activities, children build focus, responsibility, teamwork, and decision-making skills.

Smartsum is a future-ready summer learning program that helps children think clearly, express confidently, create with purpose, and lead responsibly — all in a pressure-free, engaging environment. Built on a STEAM-based, American-curriculum approach, the program focuses on how children think, communicate, and solve problems rather than memorization or worksheets.

SMART-SUM: Key Growth Outcomes

Logical & Creative Thinking
Problem-solving, reasoning, and imagination in action
90%
Clear Communication in English
Expressing ideas with clarity and confidence
92%
Creative Expression
Express emotions and ideas through art
85%
Confidence & Collaboration
Independence, teamwork, and social confidence
88%
Lifelong Learning Habits
Curiosity, focus, and reflective learning
95%

Designed for Every Stage of Learning

Smartsum is structured for Grades 1–10, with clear progression aligned to how children think, grow, and take responsibility for their learning at each stage.

Smartsum is not just a summer program — it’s a thinking upgrade.

Children don’t just learn more; they learn how to learn, how to express themselves, and how to approach the world with confidence and curiosity.

SMARTSUM – Future Ready (Program I)
Duration
40 hours · 30 days
Daily Session
2 hours per day
Focus Areas
Science
Technology
English
Art
Management
Designed For
Grades 1–10
SMARTSUM – Future Ready (Program II)
Duration
20 hours · 15 days
Daily Session
2 hours per day
Focus Areas
Science
Technology
English
Art
Management
Designed For
Grades 1–10

Science • Technology • English • Art • Management

Understanding the World, Not Memorizing It
Build scientific curiosity
Improve logical reasoning
 Develop questioning ability
Reduce fear of science in academics
Using Technology the Right Way
Improve structured thinking
Build tech awareness, not dependency
Strengthen problem-solving skills
Prepare mindset for future digital learning
How Ideas Are Built & communicated
Improve speaking confidence
Master functional vocabulary
Build clarity of thought & expression
Reduce hesitation and fear while speaking
Connecting With the Artist Within
Improve emotional intelligence
Build self-expression & confidence
Enhance creative thinking
Reduce communication hesitation
Structure, Planning, and Life Skills
Build discipline & organization
Improve focus and time management
Strengthen logical structure
Encourage independent responsibility

Science • Technology • English • Art • Management

Understanding the World, Not Memorizing It
Build scientific curiosity
Improve logical reasoning
 Develop questioning ability
Reduce fear of science in academics
Using Technology the Right Way
Improve structured thinking
Build tech awareness, not dependency
Strengthen problem-solving skills
Prepare mindset for future digital learning
How Ideas Are Built & communicated
Improve speaking confidence
Master functional vocabulary
Build clarity of thought & expression
Reduce hesitation and fear while speaking
Connecting With the Artist Within
Improve emotional intelligence
Build self-expression & confidence
Enhance creative thinking
Reduce communication hesitation
Structure, Planning, and Life Skills
Build discipline & organization 
Improve focus and time management
 Strengthen logical structure 
Encourage independent responsibility

Smartsum Learning Certification

Recognizes learning beyond grades by validating cognitive skills, thinking ability, and real-world application across STEAM disciplines.

Builds confidence and motivation by giving students tangible evidence of their progress and growth.
Creates a credible learning record that supports future academic readiness and holistic student profiling.

Meet the Educators Behind Smartsum

Laurie Peterson

Intellectual Partner

Laurie Peterson brings over two decades of expertise in special education, assessment, and counseling to her role as Intellectual Partner

Tim Peterson

Intellectual Partner

After a successful career as a Professional Golfer and Professional Ice Hockey Official, Tim Peterson channeled his passion for helping others into supporting individuals and families living with Learning Disabilities and ADHD.

Lakshmi Ravindra

Intellectual Partner

Skilled in empathizing with clients, recognizing their feelings, and tuning into their emotional needs, she builds strong connections while maintaining healthy professional boundaries.

Ms Deepa Ranganathan

Director

Deepa Ranganathan began her career as a student counselor in Tamil Nadu and went on to spend 16 transformative years there, eventually becoming director of the admissions.