Global SES Badge Programme

Make Your School A STEM Enabled School.

The SES badge is the most recognised mark of school STEM excellence. 100+ schools have earned it. Principals display it at reception, parents look for it, and students feel proud to attend.

๐Ÿ“ Is your school on the SES Map?
Check which badge tier your peers in your city have earned.
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Key Distinction

The school builds and owns the STEM ecosystem. Makers' Muse provides the complete programme โ€” curriculum, open-source tools, certification, hardware kits, and an ongoing dedicated coordinator.

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SES Silver Badge
Year 1 ยท Foundation
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SES Gold Badge
Year 2 ยท Research Active
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SES Platinum Badge
Year 3+ ยท Excellence
100+
Schools Certified
3
Badge Tiers
15+
Cities Covered

Why Most School STEM Programmes Fail

The 4 Challenges Every Serious Principal Faces

Real data from 500+ school audits across India.

70%

of schools report lack of trained STEM faculty

65%

struggle selecting the right STEM tools

60%

cannot sustain long-term STEM programmes

55%

want better AI & robotics but don’t know how

Old classroomโœ• Outdated Approach
โœ• The Old Way

Buy A Kit.
Hope For The Best.

Buy a kit. Attend one workshop. Hope teachers figure it out. Programme fades after Term 1 because no one owns it, no one measures it, and no one follows up.

โœ•Teachers left to figure it out alone
โœ•No ownership โ€” programme fades by Term 2
โœ•Parents notice, students disengage
โœ•Kit collects dust, budget wasted
Programme survival rate after Year 112%
Teacher confidence score24%
SES classroomโœ“ The SES Approach
โœ“ The SES Way

Complete System.
Guaranteed Results.

Makers' Muse delivers the complete programme and stays. Teachers are FDP-certified before Day 1. Students build real things from Day 1. Monthly reports hold everyone accountable.

โœ“FDP-certified teachers before Day 1
โœ“Dedicated coordinator stays all year
โœ“Monthly accountability reports
โœ“Badge grows in value every year
Programme survival rate after Year 194%
Teacher confidence score89%

WHY MOST SCHOOL STEM PROGRAMMES FAIL

The 4 Challenges Every Serious Principal Faces

70%

of schools report lack of trained STEM faculty

65%

struggle selecting the right STEM tools

60%

cannot sustain long-term STEM programmes

55%

want better AI & robotics but don’t know how

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โœ— The Old Way โ€” Why It Fails

Buy a kit. Attend one workshop. Hope teachers figure it out. Programme fades after Term 1 because no one owns it, no one measures it, and no one follows up. Parents notice. Students disengage. The kit collects dust.

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โœ“ The SES Way โ€” Why It Works

Makers’ Muse delivers the complete programme and stays. Teachers are FDP-certified before Day 1. Students build real things from Day 1. Monthly reports hold everyone accountable. The school earns a badge that grows in value every year.

WHAT THE SES PROGRAMME DELIVERS

Everything Your School Needs to Earn the Badge

One programme partner. Six pillars. A self-sustaining STEM ecosystem that grows stronger every year.

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PILLAR 01

Board-Aligned Curriculum

Grade 1โ€“12 curriculum mapped to CBSE, ICSE, IB and Cambridge with robotics, coding, AI and innovation pathways.

PILLAR 02

Open-Source Tool Stack

Arduino, Python, Scratch and Micro:bit tools that students can continue using for years without restrictions.

PILLAR 03

Student Certification

Annual certification programmes that help schools build real student portfolios and achievement records.

PILLAR 04

Hardware & Materials

STEM kits, tools, and grade-wise hardware delivered with maintenance and replacement support.

PILLAR 05

Competition Coaching

Training and support for RoboCup, WRO, Science Fairs, ATL Marathon and international STEM competitions.

PILLAR 06

Reporting & PTM Showcases

Monthly progress tracking, PTM showcases, and project presentations for parents and school management.

SES Badge Programme
THE SES BADGE PROGRAMME

Progress Through Three Levels of STEM Excellence

SES badges recognise schools that consistently deliver innovation, research, competitions, and measurable STEM outcomes.

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SES Silver

Year 1 โ€ข Foundation Level
โœ“ STEM programme implemented
โœ“ Teachers trained & certified
โœ“ PTM showcase successfully conducted
โœ“ Digital + framed certificate issued
Entry Level
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SES Gold

Year 2 โ€ข Research Active
โœ“ All Silver standards maintained
โœ“ Research programme operational
โœ“ Student research paper submitted
โœ“ Principal Circle access unlocked
Achievement
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SES Platinum

Year 3 โ€ข Excellence Level
โœ“ Gold badge maintained long-term
โœ“ Published peer-reviewed papers
โœ“ International competition achievements
โœ“ Elite Principal Circle membership
Elite Level
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THE SES BADGE PROGRAMME

Three Badges Earned โ€” Not Bought

AI Teacher Robot Iris Transforms Classroom

The SES badge is recognised mark of school STEM excellence. It is earned through consistent programme delivery and measurable student outcomes โ€” not through payment. It has three tiers, each representing a deeper commitment to STEM excellence.

๐ŸฅˆSES Silver
Year 1 ยท Foundation Level

Entry


  • โœ“ SES programme subscription active for one full term
  • โœ“ Certified teachers delivering curriculum
  • โœ“ First PTM showcase conducted โ€” student work presented to parents
  • โœ“ Framed certificate + brass reception placard + digital badge issued
๐Ÿฅ‡SES Gold
Year 2 ยท Research Active
Achievement

  • โœ“ All SES Silver requirements maintained
  • โœ“ YSRP research programme active
  • โœ“ At least 1 student research paper submitted or accepted for publication
  • โœ“ Gold badge upgrade + SES Principal Circle invitation issued
๐Ÿ’ŽSES Platinum
Year 3+ ยท Excellence

Elite


  • โœ“ All SES Gold requirements maintained for 2+ consecutive years
  • โœ“ 3+ students with published peer-reviewed research papers
  • โœ“ National or international competition placement achieved
  • โœ“ Platinum badge + Annual Showcase Event + Principal Circle senior membership

THE SES INDUCTION PACKAGE

When Your School Joins โ€” This Is What Happens.

This is not a confirmation email. It is an induction into a movement. Every new SES school receives a physical and digital induction package within 5 days of going live.

SES Benefits Section
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Framed SES Certificate

Premium A3 framed certificate featuring the school name, badge level, and official SES recognition seal.

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Brass Reception Placard

Physical brass placard installed at school reception to showcase STEM-enabled school status.

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Digital Badge Widget

Live SES badge widget embedded on the school website linked directly to the SES profile page.

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SES Map Listing

School profile listed on the SES Map with searchable visibility and live achievement updates.

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Principal Circle Access

Invitation to the private Principal Circle community connecting innovative STEM school leaders.

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Press Release Template

Ready-to-use media release templates helping schools announce SES recognition professionally.

THE SES INDUCTION CEREMONY

Your School Is Added to the Map Live.

Every quarterly, Makers’ Muse hosts a brief online SES Induction. New schools are introduced to the full Principal Circle. The school is added to the SES Map in real time.ย 

The SES Principal Circle

THE GROUP EVERY
SERIOUS PRINCIPAL
WANTS TO BE IN.

100 school principals. Invitation-only. The Circle is not for sale โ€” it is earned.

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PR
DM
RK
+96
SES Schools Only

100 members ยท Invitation only

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Swapna Shaji
Witty International, Mumbai

We just had 4 students qualify for ATL Innovation Marathon. Happy to share our preparation approach if anyone wants it.

Today 9:14 AM

PR
Priya Menon
Heritage World School, Bengaluru

Yes please! We are entering for the first time this year. Also โ€” does anyone know a principal in Hyderabad who might be a good fit for the SES programme?

Today 9:31 AM

DM
Dr. Meera Joshi
Cambridge International, Pune

Our first YSRP cohort just had 3 papers accepted. Parents are asking us to expand. Thinking about making this mandatory for Grade 11 next year.

Today 10:02 AM

CIRCLE
Exclusive Network

SHARE WINS.
BUILD TOGETHER.
LEAD FURTHER.

100 school principals sharing wins, making introductions, and building the STEM education movement together. Membership requires SES certification.

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Peer Introductions

Principals introduce each other to competition coaches, vendors, and talent โ€” within a trusted network.

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Early Access to Quarterly Report

SES schools see the STEM data before it is published anywhere else.

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Competition Coaching Network

Share preparation strategies, team rosters, and results before major competitions.

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Priority for New Programmes

SES Circle schools are first to access new Makers' Muse programmes before public launch.

Earn Your SES Badge and Join

BOARD ALIGNMENT

Built for Your School's Board โ€” Not Generic

Every SES curriculum module is mapped to board requirements. No extra work for your teachers. No curriculum conflicts. Just seamless integration.

CBSE

ICSE

IB

Cambridge

PARTNERSHIP MODEL

One Simple Model. No Surprises.

Makers’ Muse operates on a single, transparent model โ€” because complexity creates friction and friction kills great programmes.

Monthly Subscription

Per Student ยท Per Month ยท No Large Upfront Cost

Exact per-student pricing depends on school size, board, grade range, and programme scope. We present a custom quote after the free 30-minute consultation. Most schools find the per-student cost is less than the price of one coaching class per month.

THE SES ONBOARDING JOURNEY

5 Steps From First Call to STEM Enabled School

Typically 4โ€“6 weeks from consultation to first student session.

1

Free Consultation

30 minutes. We map your school’s board, size, grade range, and STEM goals โ€” no obligation.

2

Custom SES Plan

Tailored curriculum scope, grade rollout, hardware selection, and exact per-student pricing.

3

Subscription & Delivery

Agreement signed. Kits delivered within 7 days. Dedicated coordinator assigned for the year.

4

Teacher FDP

All teachers certified before the first student session. School is operationally ready and independent.

5

Induction & Live

Students build from Day 1. Badge issued. Map listing live. Induction Ceremony completed.

SCHOOL SUCCESS STORIES

What SES Schools Achieve

๐Ÿ… SES Gold ยท Year 3

Witty International School, Malad โ€” Mumbai

Started as a Silver school with one grade cohort. Expanded to all grades by Year 2. First YSRP cohort produced 3 published research papers. Renewing for Year 3 with YSRP now integrated into the annual curriculum calendar.

1500
Students enrolled
3
FDP-certified teachers
3
Research papers published
Year 3
Renewing

“Our STEM culture changed completely. From circuits to AI and app development โ€” students engaged in hands-on, age-appropriate projects that brought learning to life.”

โ€” Swapna Shaji, Headmistress

๐Ÿ… SES Silver ยท Year 2

Jaipuriar School โ€” Delhi NCR

Launched the SES programme for Grades 6โ€“10 in their first year. Focused on building teacher confidence and student engagement before expanding. All 6 teachers FDP-certified. First cohort of students entered RoboCup Junior India.

180
Students enrolled
6
Teachers certified
1
Competition entry
Year 2
Targeting Gold

“The systematic approach โ€” curriculum, tools, teacher training, and monthly reports โ€” gave us a programme we could actually manage. Not just a one-time workshop.”

โ€” Principal, Jaipuriar School