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CURA
CURA is a Grade 9 student innovation designed to offer AI-guided injury recovery support for communities without reliable medical access. Developed at Keystone International School, the project reflects the institution’s emphasis on creativity, problem-solving, and meaningful real-world impact.
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7 hours ago2 min read


CropAlert – Detecting Plant Diseases for a Healthier Harvest
CropAlert is an AI-powered crop disease detection project created by a Keystone International School student, blending empathy, research, and technology to support farmers, reduce preventable losses, and make sustainable agriculture more accessible.
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1 day ago3 min read


“Why Screens Stole Our Playgrounds And How PlayVerse Brings Them Back”
A Keystone International School student reimagines how children can step out of screens and back into shared outdoor play through PlayVerse, a community-based app concept designed to connect young neighbours safely and meaningfully.
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2 days ago3 min read


From Cash to Click: How India Became a Digital Payments Giant
A Grade 10 student from Keystone International School investigates how India became a global leader in digital payments, analysing UPI, financial inclusion, and policy innovation while reflecting the school’s commitment to critical, real-world learning.
Keystone School
3 days ago3 min read


An NUS Student Shared His University Application Blueprint. These 5 Takeaways Are Gold.
This blog breaks down NUS admissions insights for students into five clear takeaways. It shows how learners can build authentic profiles, document meaningful work, use competitions strategically, and make informed choices about scholarships—aligned with Keystone International School’s future-ready approach.
Keystone School
4 days ago3 min read


HomeEase: Simplifying Home Interiors
HomeEase is a student-led concept designed to simplify small-to-medium home interiors through a transparent, reliable, and well-coordinated service model. This blog showcases how Keystone International School empowers learners to identify real-world problems and design meaningful solutions through research, empathy, and practical innovation.
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4 days ago3 min read


Sustainable Strategies for Mitigating Textile Overstock in the Fashion Industry
This project investigates why the fashion industry continues to generate massive textile overstock and explores sustainable, economically viable solutions. Through research on demand-driven manufacturing, circular design, and supply-chain planning, the study proposes strategic shifts that can meaningfully reduce waste and improve resource efficiency.
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5 days ago3 min read


How Social Dynamics Influence Teenagers’ Reactions When Group Norms Conflict with Personal Judgment
This project examines why teenagers behave differently across social settings and how group expectations can shape personal judgment. Through personal observation, research on conformity and identity formation, and reflective analysis, the student explores the balance between fitting in and staying true to one’s values.
Keystone School
Dec 63 min read


Providing eco-friendly shelters to the homeless
This project began with a simple observation: families living under unsafe tarps without basic necessities. Motivated by empathy and guided by research, the student explored affordable, eco-friendly shelter designs, created prototypes, and developed a structured plan to present these solutions to government bodies and potential investors.
Keystone School
Dec 52 min read


Stray(ish): Promoting Adoption Over Breeding
Stray(ish) is a campaign designed to highlight the pressing imbalance between rising puppy sales and the growing number of stray dogs living without safety, food, or care. Through research, community conversations, and hands-on prototyping, this project aims to promote adoption over breeding and develop affordable, creative shelter solutions for animals in need.
Keystone School
Dec 44 min read


Windows to the Past: Understanding Historical Buildings as Cultural Artefacts
This student research project explores how historical buildings function as cultural artefacts, carrying stories of identity, craftsmanship, and belief systems. Using Warangal’s temple architecture as a case study, the project analyses how design, materials, and symbolism reflect the culture and values of their time.
Keystone School
Dec 33 min read


Exploring the Possibility of a Hybrid System of Solar Panel Integration on Drone Power Systems
This student-led research blog examines the possibility of integrating solar panels into drone power systems. Through first-hand observations, technical research, and sustainability-focused inquiry, the project explores whether a hybrid solar-assisted model can enhance flight time and efficiency in real-world conditions.
Keystone School
Dec 23 min read


To what extent do legal contracts in sport protect athletes from corporate control?
A Grade 11 student from Keystone International School investigates a compelling question: Do sports contracts truly protect athletes, or do they heighten corporate control? Through research, legal analysis, and real-world case reviews across cricket and football, this project highlights the complexities of athlete rights and corporate influence—showing the depth of inquiry nurtured at Keystone.
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Dec 13 min read


Are High Rises Worth the Hype? In terms of Financial Returns and Urban Planning
This blog examines whether high-rise buildings genuinely offer long-term value. Through research on financial returns, urban planning, lifestyle preferences, and land use patterns, the writer explores the realities behind vertical living and the motivations that shape modern housing choices.
Keystone School
Nov 293 min read


Loopholes in Indian Law: Understanding the Human Cost of AFSPA
A Grade 11 student from Keystone International School examines the human cost of AFSPA by uncovering loopholes in Indian law, blending research, empathy, and moral inquiry to understand how legal protections can impact real lives.
Keystone School
Nov 283 min read


AI-Driven Soil Health Optimization: Restoring the Ground Beneath Our Feet
A young innovator from Keystone International School explores how artificial intelligence, IoT, and satellite technology can restore soil health and empower farmers with real-time, data-driven decisions. This project reflects the school’s commitment to sustainability, inquiry-based learning, and meaningful real-world impact.
Keystone School
Nov 273 min read


Exploring the Impact of Temperature on Micro-algae Growth & their Chemical Composition
This study explores how temperature influences the growth and chemical composition of Chlorella vulgaris. Through secondary research, it identifies the optimal range for nutrient stability and productivity, offering valuable insights for sustainable biofuel and ecological food production using microalgae.
Keystone School
Nov 263 min read


How family dynamics affect the emotional well-being and behavior of children and adolescents?
This student-led research explores how family dynamics and emotional well-being influence the behaviour, preferences, and judgement of children and adolescents, particularly within South-Asian families. Drawing on psychological theories and primary data, the study reflects both intellectual curiosity and the inquiry-driven learning culture at Keystone International School.
Keystone School
Nov 253 min read


Nature vs Nurture: Are Serial Killers a Product of Their Environment or Genetics?
This research study explores the long-debated question of whether serial killers are shaped more by genetics or by environmental experiences. Through secondary research, case reviews, and critical analysis, the student examines common misconceptions, evaluates scientific evidence, and reflects on the importance of responsible psychological inquiry—highlighting Keystone International School’s commitment to deep thinking and academic excellence.
Keystone School
Nov 243 min read


How Aerodynamics Shapes Performance in Formula 1: My CIPQ Project Journey
This CIPQ project explores how aerodynamics shapes the performance of Formula 1 cars. Through research, observation, and model-building, the project reveals how airflow, downforce, and design precision influence speed, safety, and control on the track.
Keystone School
Nov 213 min read


An NUS Student Shared His University Application Blueprint. These 5 Takeaways Are Gold.
This blog breaks down NUS admissions insights for students into five clear takeaways. It shows how learners can build authentic profiles, document meaningful work, use competitions strategically, and make informed choices about scholarships—aligned with Keystone International School’s future-ready approach.
Keystone School
4 days ago3 min read


Social-Emotional Learning and Academic Success: Why Both Matter
At Keystone, social-emotional learning in early years is woven into every part of the day. Through Reggio Emilia-inspired classrooms, Becoming Sessions, and play-based learning, children develop empathy, confidence, and focus, building the emotional foundation for lifelong academic success.
Keystone School
Nov 193 min read


How Reggio Emilia Early Years Programs Bridge to Global Curricula
At Keystone, Reggio Emilia early years programs nurture curiosity, collaboration, and reflection — preparing children naturally for Cambridge and IB curricula. Through play-based projects and guided exploration, children learn to think, question, and communicate with confidence.
Keystone School
Nov 183 min read


School Admission for NRI Children in India: What Parents Should Know Before Moving
Returning to India after years abroad? Learn the essentials of school admission for NRI children in India, from choosing between CBSE, ICSE, IB, and Cambridge boards to understanding grade placement, timelines, and transitions.
Keystone School
Nov 173 min read


The Millet Café: Rediscovering the Future in the Grains of Our Past
As part of Keystone’s Idea Loom Agriculture theme, Grade 7 students launched The Millet Café: a creative initiative to revive traditional grains through modern food design. By combining nutrition, sustainability, and entrepreneurship, they proved that healthy can also be exciting.
Keystone School
Nov 143 min read


How Schools Encourage Self-Reflection and Growth in Students
How do schools nurture self-reflection and growth in students? At Keystone, reflection happens through both Idea Loom and Becoming Sessions. From real-world projects to emotional awareness, students learn to pause, think, and grow, building empathy, confidence, and lifelong learning habits. (Focus keyword: Self-reflection and growth in students)
Keystone School
Nov 133 min read


The Smart Rythu Bazar: Reimagining India’s Local Markets Through Design and Empathy
As part of Keystone’s Idea Loom Agriculture theme, Grade 6 students reimagined local markets through empathy and design thinking. Their “Smart Rythu Bazar” prototype combines color-coded zones, solar power, and accessibility features to make community spaces more sustainable and human. (Focus keyword: Smart Rythu Bazar)
Keystone School
Nov 113 min read


Why High School Curricula Should Focus on Leadership and Life Skills
Leadership and life skills in high school go beyond academics. At Keystone, students build these habits through Idea Loom projects — yearly experiences that connect learning with communities. As they plan, collaborate, and reflect, leadership becomes a way of life, growing through empathy, initiative, and action. (Focus keyword: Leadership and life skills in high school)
Keystone School
Nov 103 min read


Choosing Subjects in IGCSE, IB, and A Levels for Future Careers
Choosing subjects in IGCSE, IB, and A Levels shapes future careers. At Keystone, students explore their interests through the Idea Loom framework, internships, and real-world projects before making informed choices. Guided by counsellors and mentors, they match passion with purpose, building pathways, not pressure. (Focus keyword: Choosing subjects in IGCSE, IB, and A Levels)
Keystone School
Nov 73 min read


Rice Circuit: Giving Every Grain a Voice
As part of Keystone’s Idea Loom Agriculture theme, Grade 8 students created Rice Circuit, an NFC-powered digital tracing system for rice. Their project combined empathy, sustainability, and innovation to make the journey from field to table visible again.
Keystone School
Nov 63 min read
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