Admissions Policy – 2021-2022

I. RATIONALE FOR THE ADMISSION POLICY IN THE PYP:

A diverse student body enriches the school community and provides a wealth of experiences and resources. A thorough education includes the development of the qualities of compassion, tolerance, respect for the rights and cultures of all people, the skills for the peaceful resolution of conflict, and the development of environmental responsibility. Schools should prepare young people to provide leadership to meet the global challenges of the 21st century.

The IB has a consistent philosophy about teaching and learning that focuses on the development of the whole child, and an overarching concept of how to develop international-mindedness. The programme emphasizes intellectual, emotional, social and physical growth, involving the traditions of learning in languages, humanities, sciences, mathematics and the arts.

At The Pupil School, we foster an atmosphere of academic excellence and encourage intellectual inquiry and critical thinking.

Achievement in the physical, expressive, and creative arts is an essential part of our holistic approach to education. We believe our school is a community and social awareness, thoughtful interactions, and effective communication among students, parents and staff are fundamental to its well-being.

II. ADMISSIONS PROCESS

1. General:

Applications for admission are accepted throughout the year. Families seeking admission for their children are advised to contact at the school’s admission desk or visit http://www.thepupil.in/ib/and download the application form and other relevant documents like fee schedule and so on.

2. Apply:

The forms attached should be duly filled and submitted in hard copy with the relevant documents mentioned in the application form, along with a cheque/DD for Rupees Thousand only (Rs 1000/-), in favour of “The Pupil International School ” on weekdays between 9:30 am and 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, and on Saturdays between 9:30 am and 2:30 pm. You may also transfer the application fee online and intimate us through the mail.

3(a). Visit:

Once the application form is received, along with all the relevant documents, a mutually convenient time and the day would be fixed for visiting the school along with your child and an interaction with the school director and/or branch head. The same would be intimated to you by email and/or phone. Both the parents as well as the child are required to come for the interaction.

During the school visit, the student is engaged in an informal conversation as well as an assessment of language and logical reasoning skills in Primary School. The academic levels in these areas are gauged as well as the student’s ability to analyze and apply information.

For choice of the first and second language, please refer to the Language Policy of The Pupil School.

III. DESIRABLE PROFILE OF STUDENTS FOR ADMISSION:

In order to assess the suitability for admission, each student’s application is carefully studied. We look for students:

• who are open-minded, motivated and determined

• who demonstrate a keen interest in co-curricular activities such as sports, visual arts, music, and drama

• whose academic performance is average to excellent

• who demonstrates good conduct and is respectful to others

Previous experience with the IB programs can also be an advantage but is not a prerequisite for admission.

IV. ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE AND DECISION-MAKING PROCESS:

The Admissions Committee comprises the Head of School (HOS), Senior School Head, one Admissions Coordinator and the Primary Years Programme Coordinator (PYPC). Appropriate, additional members of staff will also be consulted as needed. Each member reviews the application files in turn and comments/recommendations are circulated.

Following the test and review by the admission team and other members, the student applicant may receive a call/email for a final interview if we decide to offer him/her a place. The parents need to accompany the students for the interview and a meeting with the Head of School and/or Senior School Head. Following the interview and meeting, a final decision to grant admission is taken. The final decision on all applications rests with the Head of School.

Once the decision on admission has been made, the Enrolment Contract is sent to the parent. On receiving the same, the parents need to go through it and return the contract duly signed and pay the fees in the specified timeline to block the seat. On receiving the payment, and the signed copy of the enrolment contract, the admission process will be deemed to be completed.

V. ORIENTATION MEETING:

This would be scheduled any time before the child’s first day at school. Both parents, as well as the child, are required to come for the meeting with the class teacher.

VI. REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

•  Application form

•  Student Health Form in case of specific health concerns.

•  Birth Certificate

•  Immunization Copy

•  Last 3 years Report Card

•  2 passport size photographs

•  Transfer Certificate if applicable

VII. PROVISIONS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS

Students who have special needs or show a gap in their academic performance are gauged for the level of intervention that would be required to make their learning journey at The Pupil School a meaningful one.

The support needed for the student with the curriculum interventions and infrastructural adjustments should be possible for the school to provide.

VIII. AGE CRITERIA

The cut-off month for the age criteria is June 30th for each academic year. The children will be in their age-appropriate grade. Enrolment Age criteria as of 30th June:

IX. POLICY REVIEW COMMITTEE:

The Admission Policy is a working document that will be reviewed annually. The Policy Review Committee will comprise the Managing Trustee, Director, Principal, and the Primary Years Programme Coordinator (PYPC).

The last Review is done in March 2021
Next Review in March 2022