Joining the school

School information

The details parents most often ask about, straight from the school prospectus.

Ages we admit

the magic years admits children into its Infancy programme from one and a half years to two years and six months, and into its pre-school programme from two years and six months to five years.

School hours

The school has a five-day week, Monday to Friday, from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm.

Holidays

A holiday list is available at the beginning of each term. There is a summer vacation in May and June, and a winter break from mid-December to early January. All Government holidays are school holidays.

Language

The medium of instruction is English, with Hindi offered as an additional language.

Parents and school

A close working relationship between school and home is very important. A clear communication policy ensures that all information is easily available to parents.

Parent teacher conferences

Parent Teacher Conferences are held every term to update parents on their child’s progress and outline the programme for the coming months. Parents are informed in advance and given specific times for conferences and observations held throughout the school year.

Viewing the school

School visits are by prior appointment only. In the interest of the children, certain days are allocated for school visits and parent observations.

Evaluation

A detailed report is given after the child has completed a year at the school.

Health

A health certificate from the child’s pediatrician must be submitted at the time of admission. All staff are trained and certified in First Aid, and a doctor is on call in case of emergency.

Food

A nutritious lunch and drinking water are provided by the school.