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INDEX
Sr. No. Particulars Pg. No.
1 Brief History 4
2 Mission 4
3 Accreditation 4
3.1 ICSE 4
3.2 IGCSE 5
3.3 CBSE 5
4 Unique Student ID 5
5 School Schedule 6
6 School Fees 6
7 Communication 7
7.1 Teacher – Parent Communication 7
7.2 Help Desk 8
8 Curriculum and Methodology 8
8.1 Primary Section (Grade 1 – Grade 4) 8
8.2 Secondary Section (Grade 5 – Grade 10) 9
Sports and Performing Arts (SPA) – Primary and Secondary
8.3 10
School
8.4 Homework and Project work Guidelines 11
8.5 Field Trips 12
8.6 Competitive Exams 13
8.7 House Concept 13
8.8 Special Days / Culminating Activities 13
9 Language Policy 14
9.1 ICSE 14
9.2 CIE 14
9.3 CBSE 15
10 Code of Conduct 16
10.1 Punctuality 16
10.2 Attendance and Absenteeism 16
11 Uniform and Grooming 17
2. MISSION
Our mission is to provide highest quality of education in a safe, secure and
nurturing environment to develop our students into progressive thinkers and
lifelong bearers of skills that will prepare them for the challenges of a
dynamically changing world.
3. ACCREDITATION
VIBGYOR High offers its students a choice of 3 certification examinations;
The Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE), The Central Board of
Secondary Education (CBSE), and International General Certificate of
Secondary Examination (IGCSE)
3.1 ICSE
The Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) Class X is conducted
by the Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi. The
Indian Certificate of Secondary Education has been designed to provide an
examination in a course of general education, in accordance with the
3.2 IGCSE
The International General Certificate of Secondary Examination (IGCSE) is
conducted by the University of Cambridge International Examination (CIE).
VIBGYOR High offers Cambridge Primary, Checkpoint, the IGCSE and A
level course of studies. These courses are recognized by the State Boards
and the Universities of India.
For additional information on the IGCSE examinations visit the IGCSE
website; www.cie.org.uk.
3.3 CBSE
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum at VIBGYOR is
divided into the Primary Level (Grades 1 to 4) and Secondary Level (Grades 5
to 10). Both the levels are based on Integrated Curriculum, Interdisciplinary
Approach, Experiential Learning, Research Work and Professional Talk.
For additional information on the CBSE, visit the CBSE website;
www.cbse.nic.in
Note- All VIBGYOR High schools may not have the affiliation to all the boards
mentioned here.
4. UNIQUE STUDENT ID
Every student is given a unique Enrollment number. This number is to be
used in all communications, references, fee pay-in slips and other matters
relating to the school.
6. SCHOOL FEES
• The School Fees payable for the year is divided into four quarters, which are
defined as under:
Q-1 April – June
Q-2 July – September
Please Note: In the event that the school fees are not paid on intimation
provided in writing beyond one month after the due date, the management
reserves the right to strike off the name of the student from the school records.
7. COMMUNICATION
7.1 Teacher – Parent Communication
• The school diary which has a section allocated for specific teacher / parent
communication is the recommended form of communication. Parents are
requested not to send communication on chits of paper as these can be
misplaced and not communicated to the teacher.
• It is absolutely mandatory for the parent to read and acknowledge the
student’s diary everyday and also to check for any notes / suggestions or
remarks sent by the school authorities.
• Parents should also read and update themselves on the circulars and notices
uploaded on the Student’s Portal.
Note:
• In the event a meeting is necessary with the Principal, Coordinator or
Counselors the help desk will arrange for the meeting at a convenient time.
• Appointments will be at the discretion of the Help Desk based on time
schedule and nature of the query or problem.
• Appointments will be on a one to one basis to address the individual’s issues.
• Representations by proxy or for other than one’s own ward will not be
entertained. Appointments cannot be combined.
• In the event that there is a change in the regular procedure of fetching your
child, a written application needs to be made at least 2 working days in
advance. No phone calls will be entertained.
Assessment system
The assessment in Primary section is informal and continuous, based on a
combination of in class observations and formal work done by the students. The
assessments will evaluate the level of skill achievement and attainment of learning
goals for each subject as well as the social and cultural development of the students.
The assessment criteria fulfill recommendations laid down by the CICSE, CBSE and
CIE. At this stage the school does not follow a ranking system. Progress reports of
the child will be discussed during PTMs. Report cards can be viewed on ERP at the
end of the terms.
Assessment system
The assessment system in the Secondary section moves to a formal examination
system. The formal assessment is introduced from Grade V onwards. The system
will evaluate skills acquired and attainment of learning goals for each subject. The
assessment criteria fulfill all the recommendations laid down by the CISCE, CBSE
and CIE. The school does not follow a ranking system. Progress reports of the child
will be discussed during PTMs. Report cards can be viewed on ERP at the end of
the terms.
Zoroastrian Studies
Zoroastrian Studies is a part of our curriculum for Parsi students only from Grades 5
to 7. It is conducted through a research based approach.
VIBGYOR High is one of the few schools in the country which has a
structured curriculum for Sports & Performing Arts that includes in-class and
out-of-class experiences. The SPA curriculum is integrated with all other
cross-curricular activities.
The aim of the program in the Primary section is to expose children to various
sports and performing arts thereby identifying their individual aptitude and
interest. The program is also designed with the intention of developing age
specific skills in the child and bring about awareness of various activities thus
promoting self confidence. Trained coaches for various sporting activities
instruct and guide the children in all activities.
In the Secondary section the children are encouraged to focus and excel in
specific disciplines. The spirit of competition is encouraged and children are
exposed to various tournaments and competitions.
Different SPA activities are offered for different grades across different
schools of VIBGYOR High. Refer to the school’s website for ‘Centre
Specific Information’ for the list of activities offered.
Primary
Math Homework: Math homework will be assigned on a daily basis from Monday to
Thursday. The homework will be provided in the form of hard bound sheets. The
same should be submitted to the teacher on Friday and will be corrected by Monday
and discussed with the children in the Monday Support programme.
Other Subjects: Homework for other subjects will be sent together in a file on every
Monday. However, it will be assigned on a daily basis in the student diary. The
submission day for the same will be the following Monday. These sheets will be
Secondary
In the Secondary section homework will be given on a daily basis. Project work can
be part of the homework given. Such homework will be given on long weekends or
holidays. The time factor will be considered before assigning the project work.
The Project Week for Grades 5 to 7 comprises of the Project and Culminating Activity.
One project is assigned per term per subject. The project guidelines for all subjects are
sent as a “Project Guideline Booklet”. This booklet is assigned to students at the
beginning of the Term.
During the Project week the students make projects, assigned to them, in class.
Information with respect to the date on which the materials required for the project have
to be brought to school, the date on which the project will be prepared, etc is given
through the Project Guideline Booklet. Students are encouraged to complete their
projects independently which further enhances the learning process.
Note: The School takes adequate safety measures, precaution and also necessary
care during transit. However the School or its Management or its Bus Contractor
shall not be held liable for any injury, accident or damage.
The children need to come in school uniform and must have their ID cards.
9.2 The Language Policy of VIBGYOR High School as per the directives of
the CIE Board
a. First Language:-
The First Language is English and passing in it is compulsory.
b. Second Language:-
All students have to take a Second language. At VIBGYOR High,
c. Third Language:-
Third Language starts from Grade 5 up to Grade 7. The location of the
centre and the State language policy determines the third language. E.g.
in Maharashtra it is Marathi. The second and third language cannot be the
same. All children of expatriates who are Indian passport and foreign
passport holders, also have to study the third language which can be any
language approved and provided by the school. There is no Third
language for Grades 8 to 10 (CIE Board).
9.3 The Language Policy of VIBGYOR High School as per the directives of
the CBSE Board
a. First Language:-
The First Language is English and passing in it is compulsory.
b. Second Language:-
All children have to take a second language, which is called 'Modern Indian
Language.' At VIBGYOR High, it is Hindi. However some states give an option
for Hindi with their State language. Hindi / State language begins from Grade
1.
The option of French as 2nd Language from grade 5 onwards is also offered
depending on factors like easy availability of the teaching faculty and resource
persons in the city in which the Centre is placed.
c. Third Language:-
Third Language starts from Grade 5 up to Grade 8. The location of the centre
and the State language policy determines the third language. E.g. in
Maharashtra it is Marathi. The second and third language cannot be the
same. All children of expatriates who are Indian passport and foreign passport
holders, also have to study the third language which can be any language
approved and provided by the school. There is no Third language for Grades
9 and 10 (CBSE Board)
11.2 Grooming
General
A student’s personal appearance is the responsibility of the student and the parents,
but is of vital concern for VIBGYOR High, especially when the appearance or
Girls
• Girls may wear simple studs or small thin round earrings.
• Ribbons/hair bands must be black.
• Hair should be worn neatly and plaited or worn in two ponytails if below
shoulder length.
• Nail polish or long nails or mehndi application on hands will not be allowed.
• Colouring of hair will not be permitted.
Boys
• Boys are not permitted to wear earrings or ear studs.
• The hair should be cut short and not fall over the collar or over the forehead.
• No fancy hairstyles will be allowed.
• Colouring of hair will not be permitted.
Note: If on any religious grounds any of the above cannot be followed, written
permission from the Principal of the school will have to be obtained.
Disciplinary
Level Misconduct Authority Next Level
Action
1 • Cursing/Inappropriate Teacher Verbal warning Use of
(One) Language accompanied Lunch Break
• Failure to do Assignments by a for completion of work /
• Minor Disruptions in class NOTE in DIARY counseling /
room community
• Aggressive Behavior _____________ service_______________
the Influence of
Drugs/Alcohol
• Bringing a
Weapon/Incendiary
Device to School
• Tampering With a Fire
Alarm/Extinguisher
• Setting a False Fire
Alarm
• Conviction of a Crime
Defacing/Destroying
School Property
• Stealing
• Sexual Harassment
Note: Although the Disciplinary action will graduate from 2 notes to a yellow
slip, orange slip and the red slip, severity of a case might compel the school
management to directly issue a yellow, orange or red slip. The School
Management’s decision will be final.
• Students of VIBGYOR High are not permitted to carry electronic items like
IPods, Cell phones, Discman/ Walkman, PSP, Game boy, CDs, CD Players,
NOTE :
• Items confiscated in the 2nd instance will be retained by the school.
• Retained items will be returned only when the child leaves the school.
14.2 Secondary
• The children are permitted to come to school in party wear, but the dress worn
should not violate decency and must have constant overlap with normal
posture and movement; bare midriff should not be visible.
• No return gifts or gifts for teachers should be distributed or accepted.
• Distribution of birthday invitations in the school will only be permitted if all
children of the class are invited.
17. EMERGENCY
17.1 Fire drill
An emergency fire drill will be conducted twice in an academic year.
• At the sound of the fire alarm, teachers will take their students to the
designated safety area, and assemble there in class lines.
• Once lined up, teachers take attendance and fill out the attendance sheet.
• This sheet is sent to the Principal.
• The all clear signal will be given by an announcement.
Note:
• During monsoons, the school will remain open on all working days. On the
days of heavy rainfall, parents’ may use their discretion to send their
children to school.
19. LIBRARY
Students at VIBGYOR have access to a library with an enviable collection
of books. They support the school curriculum, promote appreciation of
literature, and teach literacy skills.
While it is a veritable paradise for the avid reader, there is something for
every student, even the most diffident, reluctant reader.
Through a specially formulated programme for each section, students are
guided to enrich their vocabulary.
The purpose of having a Library programme is to encourage reading and
develop language skills in children.
19.2 Fines
• If a book is returned late, a fine of Rs. 5/- per calendar day will be charged.
• Overdue and fine notices will be communicated to parents by the Fee
department once a week.
• All outstanding overdue books / materials and fines must be cleared before
the child is issued the next book.
• Fines charged will be intimated to parents through ‘Circulars’ on Student
Portal.
Note-
• All patrons will be charged for damaged books / materials.
• The exact fine will be determined by the librarian on an individual case basis.
• All fines must be paid at the school fee-counter.
22. CANTEEN/CAFETERIA
• The canteen provides nutritious hot snacks and lunches. Children who bring
their own snacks / lunch may also sit and eat in the canteen and may
purchase additional food items with coupons.
• A monthly cyclic menu has been designed for lunch and snacks.
Note: Parents are requested not to send junk food, especially packets of chips
and aerated drinks to school.
Every student travelling by school bus will be provided with an intelligent IDENTITY
CARD. Every student entering or exiting the bus is required to tap his / her card on
the reader installed in the school bus. This will mark them present in the bus and
send real time information through a notification on an app (to be downloaded on
android smart phones) or through an SMS to registered parent mobile number (in
case of non-availability of android smart phone). If a student does not tap his card or
is not carrying his card; no notification/SMS will be sent to the parent. The same
process is followed on the return journey as well.
Every student travelling by school bus will be provided with an intelligent IDENTITY
CARD. Every student entering or exiting the bus is required to tap his / her card on
the reader installed in the school bus. This will mark them present in the bus and
send real time information through SMS to registered parent mobile number. If a
23.1 Routes
• The suitability of a route to school will be assessed by the bus operator. The
suitability of the route will depend on the distance, load factors, and road
conditions.
24. SECURITY
• Our aim is to provide a safe and secure environment for our students, staff
and visitors. We request parents and other visitors to co-operate with the
security personnel at all levels.
24.1 CCTV
Every classroom, corridor and all public areas (except washrooms) will be
covered by electronic surveillance systems to ensure complete safety of
students and aid in our mission of providing a safe and secure environment for
students to learn and grow.
2 Subjects Offered
3 SPA Options
5 Facilities Offered
6 School Timings
7 School Fees
8 Contact Details
9 KIDS Club
STUDENT
PORTAL
On the top right section of the main page you can see the link for Parents Login.
On successful validation of the credentials you will be able to access the Parents
Module-Student Portal as shown below:
2. My Marksheet
This Section will provide the student with General circulars and his / her
Specific Circulars. An intimation of the same will be informed to the parents
through SMS.
4. Parents Manual
Here the parents can access the Parents Manual. This will open in a new
window in PDF format.
5. Forms Download
Forms required by the parents to fill in are available in this section for parents
to download fill and submit to the School whenever required.
6. Syllabus
Students Board and Grade specific Syllabus details are available for
download in this section. This will open in a new window in PDF format.
8. My Discipline Slips
This Section provides the student with His / Her Specific Discipline Slip details.
Click on the Individual entry to get additional details.
9. Event Calendar
This Section provides the list of Events scheduled for the Class / Grade /
School.