This page answers general questions about the School, its curriculum, educational philosophy and admission policies. For further queries, please write to us.

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For Parents
Essential Information
Beyond Textbooks

FOR PARENTS

Q: Does my child need to be Asian to attend your school?
A: No. In fact teh School is non-denominational and accepts students from any nationality.

Q: Why should I send my child to the Diamond Jubilee High School for Girls?
A: The School focuses on creating a lively and engaging environment.. Theintegrated curriculum, supplemented by a variety of co-curricular activities, field trips and project methods, ensures a holistic education that prepares students for life.
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Students participate in a number of inter-school events such as elocution’s, debates, science exhibition, creative writing and fine arts fora. The School endeavours to facilitate quality education and nurture the growth of children to be global model citizens.

Q: Should I be concerned that my child may be influenced by another religion?
A: Not at all. The School thrives in a secular environment. All religions are respected. The School celebrates major religious festivals such as Christmas, Eid, Diwali, Raksha Bandhan and Holi.

Q: Will my child have a balanced education?
A: Yes. We believe in holistic growth and providing quality education to the children. For more information, visit the School's Curriculum Section.

Q: Will my child find it difficult to adapt to your School or if she moves to an international school?
A: No. Your child should be able to adjust without difficulty as the School follows the Mahashtra State Syllabus. All schools managed by the Aga Khan Education Service in India teach according to the Shishu Pahel Paddhati © methodology, which emphasizes child-initiated learning and encourages the child to plan and develop self-paced learning.
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Q: Is studying a local language a School requirement?
A: Yes. Marathi, our regional language, is compulsory for all students. Knowledge of Marathi is seen as an asset for students studying in Mumbai. Speaking Marathi will equip your child with the local lingua franca, allowing her to be at ease communicating in the city’s cosmopolitan environment.

Q: Will my child find it difficult to adjust to the local students?
A: No. The School’s secular environment warmly welcomes students from all walks of life ensuring tolerance and acceptance by staff and students.

Q: What if my child falls ill during school hours?
A Sickroom and a First-Aid facility is available in the School. If your child is suffering from a serious medical condition, there are various medical facilities within the vicinity including our sister institution the Prince Aly Khan Hospital. In such cases, the School policy requires staff to inform the child’s parent or guardian immediately.

Q: Will my child be provided with textbooks?
A: Yes, the School’s Book Bank facility provides students with textbooks for the academic year. Each academic year, the books are returned to the Library for benefit of the other students. This service was developed to assist a limited number of students who did not have the means to purchase personal textbooks.

Q: Do you provide transport facilities?
A: At the moment, most of our students are from the School vicinity and parents/guardians are responsible for transport arrangements.

Q: Do you provide canteen facilities?
A: The School operates in two sessions: morning and afternoon shifts. Therefore, a proper canteen facility is not required. Arrangements can be made for students to have light snacks during breaks within school hours.

Q: After successfully completing their studies, what do your students do?
A: Graduates tend to pursue professional courses in Fashion Design, Medicine, Architecture, Modelling and other areas. Most of them pursue higher education in India with a number going overseas.

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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

Q: How do I enrol my child?
A: Admission packages are available from the administrative office from mid to end January. The admission process includes a bi-lingual induction programme for parents and an admission test for Class 1 - 9 candidates. At the pre-primary level, children are interviewed by School staff.
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BEYOND TEXTBOOKS

Q: What sort of facilities does your school provide?
A: The School offers an audio visual room, library, indoor sports facilities and science and computer laboratories.

Q: Do you take measures to ensure my child receives a quality education?
A: The School has careful hiring practices in place to screen and identify teachers. It also has a vigorous training programme for teaching staff. Under the teacher performance review programme the Principal, Vice Principals and Head Coordinators pay frequent informal visits to classes. During formal visits staff receive a written report and feedback on curriculum and teaching methodology.
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Q: Do you offer co-curricular activities?
A: Yes, and the School considers it to be a very significant part of the educational experience that it provides. Various sporting activities and clubs allow students to develop leadership and organizational skills. These include field trips, debates, drama, elocution, art, and crafts.
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Q: What sort of societies and clubs can my child be involved in?
A: Students can join clubs in their area of interest. Students with an eco-friendly inclination, for example, can join the Nature Club or the Eco-Club. Students committed to a social cause can join the Interact Club. All clubs have serious objectives and missions. All integrate serious projects including excursions, field trips and projects.