INTER-HOUSE COMPETITION REPORT

Clay Modelling Competition

Date: 7 November 2026
Category: Grades III to V | CBSE
Judge: Mr. Rupesh

Event Report

The Inter-House Clay Modelling Competition was conducted on 7 November 2026 for students of Grades III to V (CBSE) at P.S.S.E.M.R. School. The competition was organized to encourage creativity, imagination, artistic expression, and hands-on learning among students. It provided an opportunity for young learners to explore their artistic abilities and transform simple clay into meaningful and attractive models through their imagination and creative skills.

Students representing the four houses—Gandhi, Raman, Tagore, and Vinobha—participated enthusiastically in the competition. The participants demonstrated great interest and creativity while working with clay to develop their models. They explored different shapes, forms, and designs, showcasing their ability to visualize ideas and convert them into three-dimensional creations.

The activity encouraged students to think creatively, experiment with different techniques, and develop patience while shaping and moulding clay. The participants displayed enthusiasm, concentration, and dedication throughout the competition. Their efforts reflected their artistic interests, innovative thinking, and willingness to explore new forms of creative expression.

Clay modelling is an effective experiential learning activity that allows children to understand shapes, textures, structures, and dimensions through practical engagement. The competition provided a meaningful platform for students to develop their fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness, and problem-solving abilities while enjoying the process of artistic creation.

Judging Criteria

The participants were evaluated by the judge based on the prescribed assessment criteria, with a maximum of 10 marks. The score sheet allocated marks in four categories, carrying 3, 2, 3, and 2 marks respectively. The evaluation considered the overall quality of the models, creativity, execution, and presentation of the completed work.

Results and Achievements

The following students secured the positions recorded in the judgement score sheet:

🥇 First Place: Gowstham – Vinobha House | Grade III | 10 Marks

🥈 Second Place: Ayush N. Naik – Raman House | Grade IV | 9 Marks

🥉 Third Place: Vikha Sagar B. N. – Raman House | Grade V-B | 8 Marks

Fourth Place: Manthasha – Tagore House | Grade V-A | 7 Marks

The winners were appreciated for their creativity, artistic skills, and efforts in presenting their models. All participants were encouraged for their enthusiastic involvement and willingness to explore their creative potential.

Educational Significance

Clay modelling plays an important role in the holistic development of students by combining creativity with practical learning. It helps children strengthen fine motor skills, improve hand-eye coordination, develop spatial understanding, and enhance their ability to visualize and construct different forms. Working with clay also encourages experimentation, independent thinking, patience, and attention to detail.

Such activities provide students with opportunities to express their ideas beyond conventional classroom learning. They help identify individual talents, nurture artistic interests, and develop confidence in presenting creative work. Furthermore, inter-house competitions promote teamwork, healthy competition, discipline, and mutual appreciation among students.

Conclusion

The Inter-House Clay Modelling Competition was an engaging and enriching experience that celebrated the creativity, imagination, and artistic abilities of students from Grades III to V. The enthusiastic participation of students from different houses made the event meaningful and encouraged them to explore their creative potential through hands-on activities.

The competition successfully provided a platform for students to transform their ideas into artistic creations while developing essential skills such as concentration, patience, coordination, and innovative thinking. It also highlighted the importance of integrating art-based and experiential learning activities into school education to support the all-round development of students.

The event concluded on a positive note, with appreciation for all the participants and their creative efforts.