2021 - 22

APL's RefeRence MAnuAL

No: 697/3, Anand Nagar Main Road, Thoraipakkam, Chennai-600 097. India

Tel: +91 44 4076 1199

Email: admin@apl.edu.inWebsite: www.aplglobalschool.com

The office will remain open from Monday to Friday -7.30 AM to 2.40 PM

Saturday - 9.00 AM to 12 NOON

APL's RefeRence MAnuAL

2021-22

Dear Parents and Students,

Welcome to APL Global School and thank you for being our

co-partners in creating a new generation school. This manual has

been created with 3 objectives:

To give an overview of the school, its ethos, its beliefs and

its moorings.

To be a ready reckoner that makes handy all relevant and specific

information that may be useful to parents and students.

We believe that you will find our endeavour to create a meaningful

manual very useful and will put it to maximum use.

FROM ThE MANAGEMENT

Contents

1. School Prayer 7

2. Daily Prayer 8

3. Our Vision & Mission 11

4. About Us 13

• School Location and Map 23

5. Management 25

6 . how APL Works 36

Mentors and Student Counseling 36

Attendance 36

Arrival / Departure 36

Absenteeism 38

homework 38

Extra hours at School 38

Sickness and Medical Issues 39

Apollo Shine Program 39

Unplanned Closure 40

Dress Code 40

Electronic Devices 42

Miscellaneous 44

7. Assessment 44

8. Annual Awards 49

9. Use of School Facilities 51

Respect for School Property 51

IT and Use of Internet 51

Sports Facilities 52

Library Facilities 52

10. School Rules for Protection against Child Abuse 54

11. Safety Measures 54

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12. Use of Website 54

13. Institute Management System 56

14. Administrative Requirements 60

Student Data 60

Change of Address 60

Identity Card 60

Bonafide Certificate 60

Transfer Certificate 61

Fee Payment 61

15. Reach Us 64

Communication from Us to You 64

People You may Need to Contact 64

16. Conduct 67

Code of Respect 67

Code of Conduct 67

School Responses to Non-conformities 68

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Where the mind is without fear and the head is held high;

Where knowledge is free;

Where the world has not been broken up into fragments

by narrow domestic walls;

Where words come out from the depth of truth;

Where tireless striving stretches its arms

towards perfection;

Where the clear stream of reason has not lost its way into

the dreary desert sand of dead habit;

Where the mind is led forward by thee into ever-widening

thought and action;

Into that heaven of freedom, my Father,

let my country awake.

- Rabindranath Tagore

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MONDAY

Om Sahana Vavatu Sahanau Bhunaktu

Sahaveeryam Karavavahai

Tejaswi Nav Dhitamasthu

Ma vidhwishavahai hi

Om Shanthi Shanthi Shantihi

TUESDAY

manathil urudhi vendum

vaakkinile inimai vendum

ninaivu nalladhu vendum

nerungina porul kai pada vendum

WEDNESDAY

Om

Astoma sadgamaya

Tamasoma jyotirgamaya

Mrutyorma amrutangamaya

Om shantih shantih shantihi

Translation

May he protect both of us.

May he nourish both of us.

May we both acquire the capacity to

study and understand.

May our study be brilliant.

May we not argue with each other.

Om peace, peace, peace.

Translation

The mind should be firm

There should be sweetness in speech

Let there be good thoughts

Cherished desires should come to hand

Translation

O Lord; Lead me from dishonesty and

falseness to truthfulness;

guide me from darkness to awareness

and from the fear of death

to immortality.

Om peace, peace, peace.

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THURSDAY

God of Light and Truth,

thank you for giving me

a mind that can know

and a heart that can love.

help me to keep learning every day of my life,

for all knowledge leads to you.

Let me be aware of your presence

in all things and at all times.

Encourage me when work is difficult

and when I am tempted to give up;

Encourage me when my brain seems slow

and the way forward is difficult.

Grant me the grace to put my mind to use

exploring the world you have created,

confident that in you there a wisdom

that is real.

Amen.

FRIDAY

Rabbana taqabbal minna innaka antas

Sameeaul Aleem

Rabbi zidni ‘ilman war zuqni fahman

Translation

Our Lord! Accept this prayer from us

for Thou art the All-hearing,

the All-Knowing.

O Lord! Increase my Knowledge and

true understanding.

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Jana-gana-mana adhinayaka jaya he

Bharata bhagya vidhata

Panjaba Sindhu Gujarata Marathaā

Dravida Utkala Banga

Vindhya Himachala Yamunaā Gangaā

Uchhala jaladhi taranga

Tava subha name jage

Tava subha āashisa mage

Gahe tava jaya gathaā

Jana gana mangala dhayaka jaya he

Bharata bhagya vidhata

Jaya he, jaya he, jaya he

Jaya jaya jaya, jaya he

Translation

Thou art the ruler of the minds of all people,

Dispenser of India's destiny.

Thy name rouses the hearts of Punjab, Sindhu,

Gujarat and Maratha,

Of the Dravida and Odisha and Bengal;

It echoes in the hills of the Vindhyas and himalayas,

mingles in the music of Yamuna and Ganges and is

chanted by the waves of the Indian Ocean.

They pray for thy blessings and sing thy praise.

The saving of all people waits in thy hand,

Thou dispenser of India's destiny.

Victory, victory, victory to thee.

Daily Prayer -National Anthem

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Our Framework

Our teaching pedagogy is designed to establish APL Global as a space

for learners to realize their potential and flourish. Objectives are derived

from the respective curricula, either Cambridge International or the NIOS,

keeping holistic development in mind. Plans are created primarily taking

the affective side of learning into consideration. Teachers are encouraged

to use a variety of strategies to differentiate the modes of teaching,

learning, and assessment. Our pedagogy is tuned to generate optimal

engagement and realising potential akin to our motto.

Our Vision

To be a school that nurtures an inclusive, compassionate environment

where every learner feels inspired to realize and celebrate their unique

potential.

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Our Vision & Mission

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Mission

To provide personalized learning nvironment that are self-paced and

goal oriented

To provide learner-centric classrooms with an optimum student-

teacher ratio.

To provide a mindful, mentoring space that enables self-

management.

To provide life-enriching skills that empowers learners to become

responsible global citizens.

To develop learners who are creative, self-aware, confident, responsible

and participate constructively in the society.

Our Motto

Realizing My Unique and Infinite Potential.

'Academy for Personalized Learning'’ - APL Global School, (a Ramaniyam

Group initiative) is a 21st century school that offers a curriculum developed

by Cambridge Assessment International Education, part of the University of

Cambridge and of National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), offered by

MhRD, India.

Considering that who we are is as important as what we want to achieve,

APL maintains a progressive mind-set that is open to growth and change

in the spirit of personalisation. In this personalized atmosphere, a student

is encouraged to discuss how they would prefer to set goals and pace their

learning program. Conversations are invited; a compassionate mentoring

space is nurtured mindfully to ensure that we walk the talk of developing

an inclusive culture. Teaching strategies are differentiated to ensure that no

child is left behind in the spirit of inclusion.

APL has in its fold experienced and "willing to learn and grow"”faculty who are

trained to blend their domain expertise and experience with the philosophy

and pedagogy of Personalized Learning Design. Our experience over the

years has proved the efficacy of our unique pedagogical design, especially

when practised by qualified and enthusiastic teacher-facilitators.

OUR PERSONALIZED LEARNING

APL believes that an environment with personalized learning should extend

to all children. Thus our classrooms include first generation learners and

children with special needs. holistic and effective inclusion is ensured by –

having qualified Special Educators.

teacher training in differentiated instruction.

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providing one-to-one remedials based on the needs of the child.

networking with Organisations to provide supportive services.

inhouse occupational therapists.

APL Global School has been modeled structurally and pedagogically on the

Personalized Learning Platform. The campus is a sprawling 2,21,504 sq ft

which includes the Admin and Academic block. The impressive building

offers state of the art facilities to support a wholesome learning environment.

Vibrant air-conditioned classrooms, science labs, food labs, art rooms. music

rooms, recording room, digital art and photo studio, OT rooms, a gym, dance

rooms, counselling rooms and libraries support activity based and student

centred learning.

The campus has an auditorium of 9,825 sq ft to conduct all school events,

assemblies and activities. The students enjoy their dose of football using the

two futsal grounds of 24,050 sq ft, basketball, cricket nets and volleyball in

the terrace area of 10,756 sq ft and a multi sports facility area that includes

badminton courts.

Cambridge Assessment International Education

We are a registered school of Cambridge Assessment International Education

(IN039) , part of the University of Cambridge. Through Cambridge International’s

programmes, APL prepares students for higher education and also helps

them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning. The

Cambridge Pathways give students a clear direction for educational success

where they also discover new abilities, have a wider exposure and give them

the skills they need for life. The curriculum in each stage of the Pathway has

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aims and objectives to develop the Cambridge learner attributes.

The delivery of Cambridge International qualifications through APL’s

Personalized Learning design ensures that the student is a self-learner and

has the necessary skills to excel in university level courses. We shape the

Cambridge curriculum around how our students learn and offer a wide range

of subjects which allows greater flexibility for them to make their choices.

National Institute of Open Schooling

We are also accredited to the National Institute of Open Schooling (190146)

curriculum. NIOS is a national level board of education through which

students complete their Secondary & Senior Secondary school program. It

is internationally recognised and students have been known to pursue their

higher education across the world. NIOS, hence is recognised worldwide and

the Association of Indian Universities has issued the Equivalence of Senior

Secondary Certificate Examination of NIOS.

The board offers students significant flexibility in their pace of learning. In

addition to the wide variety of subject choices, it is possible to have staged

assessments and a range of accommodations to support those students with

special educational needs.

NIOS has provision of offering Vocational subjects in combination with

Academic subjects at secondary & senior secondary level.

Complementing the academic curriculum are the co-curricular activities

which come under the banner of ‘'Expressions'’ and function through several

clubs. Expressions functions with its own particular syllabus with each club

having a teacher-facilitator allowing an experiential learning for students.

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The progression of learning broadly follows a process that falls under the 4 E

cycle: Exposition - Evaluation - Exploration - Enrichment with the objective

being whole brain development through the key elements of – social outreach,

skill development, character and values development.

Responsible Citizenship Program aims to create awareness and sensitise

our students to social issues globally, nationally and locally. Students learn to

initiate and sustain social developmental work by directly working with issues

of concern in the school and the locality.

Explore sessions are aimed at creating a non-judgmental space for students

to share their ideas about various topics. The objective of these sessions are

social and emotional development of students. It gives students structured

time each week to learn to reflect on different social and emotional aspects

which are relevant to them with the guidance of a facilitator. These sessions

are facilitated by the Counsellors and few Teachers.

The topics for Explore are chosen by the Counsellors and the students

consensually and are discussed using different methodologies like interactive

sessions, activities, power-point presentations, role-plays, videos and

debates. The content for Explore is designed by the Counsellors and is age-

appropriately presented to the students across Grades 2-12.

Meraki - Centre for Creative Expressions helps students to explore creation

and expression through Art, Music, Movement and Photography. The

department nurtures an inclusive environment for students, allowing for

a fluid engagement with the art forms from Grade 3 onwards. Through an

immersive experience in art making, creative process and reflections, Meraki

aims to go beyond the product, to promote artistic process. We strongly believe

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that it is the process of art-making that gives a child the creative confidence,

not merely the final product.

Meraki is offered for students of the NIOS stream. The 11th and 12th Grade

students may opt to take up an area in greater depth to create a body of work

in art, music or photography.

The main aim of the Eat Your School Garden movement is to impart Education

for Sustainability (EfS) and share our best practices with other schools

to encourage them to create such learning gardens. Started in 2017, APL

students set out to create a garden campus that is edible. It now has two

Miyawaki Forests that are now self-sustaining with over 20 varieties of trees,

shrubs, and other vegetation. We follow regenerative agricultural practices

where there is minimal cost and external inputs and maximum benefits such

as harvests, a permanent ecosystem with bio diverse flora and fauna, and a

closed loop system.

Sports help to build character and teach the importance of discipline in life.

It inculcates a respect for rules and allows the participants to learn the value

of self control, sportsmanship, team spirit. The sports facilities at APL have

two 5 A side football pitches, one basketball court, one volleyball/throw ball

court, three cricket nets, three indoor badminton courts, four table tennis

boards. An Indoor gym is available for students who have opted for Physical

Education as a subject.

Young people make positive changes to their lives and communities through

participation in meaningful activities. To help our students in reaching their

greatest potential, the Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) awards was instituted for

Grades 9 to 12. The award comprises 4 sections - Skills, Volunteering, Physical

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Recreation and an Adventurous Journey. The DofE is the world's leading youth

achievement award, giving millions of 14 to 24-year-old's the opportunity to

be the very best they can be. "The objective of this programme is to provide

an introduction to worthwhile leisure activities and voluntary service, as

a challenge to the individual to discover the satisfaction of achievement."

These awards are in line with our school's philosophy of holistic development,

emphasizing non-competitive growth and progress of young minds.

At APL, Academic Counselling is offered to students of Grades 8 to 12 .

Our inhouse academic counsellors guide students to realize their academic

aspirations and help develop a road-map to achieve their goals by regularly

tracking their performance. While choosing subjects for NIOS, IGCSE and

AS/A levels, they help students understand their aptitude and interest

using psychometric assessment tools. They support the students in building

strengths and skills required to pursue the courses and career of their choice.

Throughout the year, the counsellors keep students and parents up to date

on trending careers and opportunities by means of webinars, guest lectures,

presentations and career fairs.

DEPARTMENT OF SPECIAL EDUCATION

SPECIAL NEEDS SUPPORT PROGRAM

Students from Grades 1 to 8 who require specific support and based on their

readiness levels, move between development paths. In addition, students

will have individualised plans for areas like- occupational therapy, creative

expressions, games etc. These are offered to students who would benefit

from working in small groups/individual goals in these areas. Special

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Educators, Special Education Coordinators, Occupational Therapists and

General Ed teachers, in consultation with the student and the parent, arrive

at a personalised plan for the student.

Skill Enrichment

Students follow the respective grade curriculum but require short-term

support that focuses on skills beyond the scope of the curriculum; these

skills will include spelling, sentence expansion, perception-based skills,

etc. Students will work on specific skills with a skill enrichment teacher in

clusters once or twice a week.

Mainstream Easy

Students follow the respective grade curriculum with some support in the

content. Students attend mainstream classes with extended hand-holding

sessions run by special educators in small groups to consolidate learning,

where the content is paced based on the group.

Customized curriculum

The curriculum will be designed based on the readiness of the student. They

may follow a curriculum lower than the grade level they belong to, for one or

more subjects. The sessions will be conducted in small groups with a special

educator and will not require them to be in the mainstream class.

KAMALAM PROGRAM

The Kamalam program is a comprehensive, field-tested, functional

curriculum, breaking down barriers to learning and co-existing. Removing

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the stress and uncertainty out of inclusion, the program teaches literacy skills,

problem-solving and self-regulation skills while focussing on the student’s

social and emotional wellbeing. With person-centered plans for content

instruction, social interaction, classroom space and material, the program

includes opportunities for inclusive culture among larger groups, building

supportive relationships with peers and teaching crucial life skills. Qualified

and dedicated educators drawing on real-time classroom experiences,

support students to address every student’s unique needs and achieve said

skills.

Board Examinations

CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL AND INDIAN UNIVERSITIES

Cambridge International has three exam sessions in each academic year;

Oct- Nov, Feb-March and May-June. Students who wish to attend junior

colleges and universities in India should sit for their exams in the March exam

series where possible, to ensure they receive their results in time to meet

admissions deadlines of the colleges they wish to join.

The Council of Boards of Secondary Education (COBSE) recognises IGCSE

certificate as equivalent to any other Indian board's secondary qualification

and A levels certificate to the senior secondary qualification.

The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) recognizes the A Level certificates

for admission to Indian Universities. To know more, visit http://recognition.

cie.org.uk/

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NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF OPEN SCHOOLING (NIOS) AND INDIAN

UNIVERSITIES

APL Global school is Accredited to the National Institute of Open Schooling

(NIOS) curriculum. NIOS is a national level board of education through which

students complete their Secondary & Senior Secondary school program. It

is internationally recognised and students have been known to pursue their

higher education across the world. NIOS, hence is recognised worldwide and

the Association of Indian Universities has issued the Equivalence of Senior

Secondary Certificate Examination of NIOS.

The board offers students significant flexibility in their pace of learning. In

addition to the wide variety of subject choices, it is possible to have staged

assessments and a range of accommodations to support those students with

special educational needs.

For many years we at APL have been supporting and guiding students who

have opted for this curriculum. It has also served students with special

educational needs and those who need flexibility in school schedules or want

flexibility with their exam schedules.

NIOS public examinations are held twice a year in April–May and October-

November.

Further details about NIOS as a stream of education & prospectus can be

found on the official government website www.nios.ac.in

VOCATIONAL PROGRAM

Vocational Courses are introduced for our NIOS students, as part of their

school day. Vocational Education involves skill based training, through diverse

courses available in several career fields. It helps learners apply their practical

learning and expertise in a specific field. Upon successful completion of the

course, a certificate will be issued to the learners by the school.

Our school is offering the following five courses:

i. Mushroom Cultivation

ii. Organic Farming

iii. Practising E-typewriting

iv. Soap Making

v. Multimedia Program

vi. Processing and Preservation of Fruits & vegetables

vii. Learning Web Designing

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SCHOOL LOCATION

No: 697/3,

Anand Nagar Main Road,

Thoraipakkam,

Chennai 600 097

India

Ph: (044) 4076 1199

E-mail: admin@apl.edu.in

Website: www.aplglobalschool.com

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SCHOOL LOCATION

No: 697/3,

Anand Nagar Main Road,

Thoraipakkam,

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ABOUT THE MANAGEMENT

Mrs. Gita Jagannathan is the owner and director of APL Global School,

Chennai. She is a voracious reader and connoisseur of fine art, music, and

humorous tales. She has a penchant for exploration

and thirst to constantly evolve; attributes that reflect

her growing-up years when she had to make sense

of the cumulative experiences of travelling through

8 different schools, her father having been in a

transferable job. APL Global School is the outcome

of her search for an inclusive and nurturing space.

Gifted with a thirst for the whys and hows of a person’s

evolution she spent years reaching out, tutoring and

mentoring students who were struggling to fit in

despite being intelligent, talented, and hardworking. This drove her to learn

more about giftedness, learning disabilities, and special education. She used

the Cambridge International Diploma for Teachers and Trainers and a course

with harvard Wide on Differentiated Strategies to deepen her understanding

of pedagogy and learning. Gita is a Reiki Grand Master, a hypnotherapist and

a student of Yoga. This spiritual sensibility in combination with her skills in

psychology and counseling alchemically contributed to the birth of APL school

as a space to experience personalized learning for students, faculty members

and all stake holders.

APL Global School, Chennai believes that every human being is unique; that it is

possible for each of us to realize our true potential and create an environment

that is supportive. The school comes together to create personalized learning

and assessment tasks that help students to becoming their best versions.

The students are offered a wide range of subject choices in combination with

opportunities to engage meaningfully with social and real-world issues. In a

relatively short span of 10 years APL has gained a reputation for providing a

caring educational system that develops every facet of a child’s personality.

The school's aim is to have every student become a happy and healthy

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individual who confidently explores the limits of their own potential.

Mob No. +91 98412 69166 E Mail: gita@apl.edu.in

Ms. Sarija Santhosh, Principal

"What I learn, I explore; that I experience. I learn and learn for life.

This is the driving force behind my role as an educator. Facilitating

my students’ journey along with their teachers’ through

wonderment, exploration, inspiration and learning is my goal. I

aim to instil confidence in students and make them believe they

too can be inventors, discoverers, scientists, a good Earth citizen-

A fantastic human being. My day is made when I see the glee

and the gleam on my students face when they have had learning

which was splendid, awe-inspiring’'

Sarija Santhosh holds a Bio-Medical Engineering (hons) degree from the

Bombay University. She has had a successful career in a string of reputed

corporate houses including hewlett Packard, Network Ltd, Interkadio Pvt. Ltd

and Systems Bio-medical Pvt. Ltd in which she has held and successfully

performed challenging sales and service responsibilities. She moved into

the educational field to share her knowledge, combined with her passion for

being with children.

Sarija has completed her Cambridge International Diploma for Teachers and

Trainers with a distinction in module 1 and A-level (Biology) online training

with Cambridge University.

In addition to being a faculty in the Department of Biology, she was also

the Biology co-coordinator, where she mentored teachers in making lesson

plans and assessments to help them give wings to student's imagination

and experience science with all their senses. In the role of an Examination

officer, Sarija brought in her years of managerial experience and skill and

took the entire team of teachers to conduct the examinations seamlessly

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and flawlessly. In her stint as Head of Middle and Senior School, her vision

to develop a rigorous learning environment, mentoring and leading a team

of teachers for the holistic development of the students; saw its fruition at

various levels. In her role as head of Junior School, she continued to deliver

the vision that she developed in her earlier role. her efforts towards an

inclusive learning environment and empowering students through restorative

justice are close to her heart. SSarija in her role as a Principal uses her skills

and expertise gained over the years to steer the school to uphold the ethos

and vision of the school.

Sarija has multifaceted talents and interests that range from being a nature

lover to Indian classical dance & music. She also likes reading technical

updates on medical advances and has a keen interest in various art forms and

mediums.

Mob No: +91 98402 82229 E mail: Sarija@apl.edu.in

Ms. Gomathi Prabhakar, Head – Senior School

Gomathi Prabhakar, a firm believer in “Inclusion,

feels that the purpose of education is to ensure that

each and every child acquires knowledge and skills

in a way the child wants. It is the responsibility of

a teacher to develop the individual strengths of the

child; create a culture of respect, belonging and

acceptance of individual differences. She envisages a

vision of creating a learning environment that would

empower children to attain their goals.

Gomathi has done her masters in history from the Delhi University and

has experience in teaching in Delhi and Chennai. She holds the Cambridge

International Diploma for Teachers and Trainers and has also acquired

the IB certificate in Holistic Teaching and Training. She is also trained in

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Mindufulness Fundamentals. Before joining APL, she had a brief stint in

entrepreneurship. With the mission of whole brain development and life

skills of the child, she has been actively involved in the curricular and co-

curricular aspects of the school. At APL, she has been teaching history and

Environmental Management at the IGCSE level. She strongly believes in team

work & collaboration.

She has been part of the APL family since its inception in 2008 and has worked

in various capacities as faculty, subject co-ordinator , co-ordinator for Model

United Nations (MUN), the head of Expressions that covers the school Annual

day and interschool cultural fest – SYNERGY . She facilitated the school MUN

club to attend the first overseas conference, the prestigious Harvard MUN.

As head of Senior School, Gomathi will draw from all these experiences.

Mob: +91 72999 96800 Email: gomathi@apl.edu.in

Ms. Vaijayanthi, Head - NIOS

"Peace begins with a smile"

Vaijayanthi, is an ardent believer in Diversity &

Inclusion. She strives to create an environment that

is diverse & supportive for every child under her care.

She trusts that Inclusive education benefits children

by inculcating in them a respect for human diversity

thereby the ability to create a respectful society. It

also provides opportunities for all of us to develop the

much desired qualities of compassion, empathy, and

helpfulness.

Vaijayanthi believes that this inclusion is possible by providing opportunities

through changes in curriculum and teaching methods.

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Every child is unique and this uniqueness is powerful. As teachers we are

committed to building and nurturing a space, where this uniqueness of a child

can be encouraged with a supportive approach towards realizing the

maximum potential of the child.

Vaijayanthi has done her Ph.D in Pharmacy and has 2 decades of teaching

experience at College level. She likes to update herself with the latest

medical advances. She is a nature lover and an animal lover.

her passion towards special education made her acquire a degree in Special

Education from Madras University. She has been working with special

children since 2010.

her experience in teaching and working with special children allows her to

provide strategies and guidance to the teachers as they work to derive the

potential of the student and develop their own skill sets.

At APL, Vaijayanthi joined as Special Educator in 2014, remediating English,

Science & Business studies. In 2018, she became the Coordinator for NIOS

and the Gifted Children program. Since 2019 June, she has been the head of

NIOS and continues to work with passion and zeal to bring in differential

curriculum and vocational training for children with different abilities.

Mob: +91 91766 93525 Email: vaijayanthi@apl.edu.in

Ms. Sheela Sundaresan, Head - Lower Secondary

Armed with a B.E. Degree in Electronics and Communication Sheela entered the professional

space in the IT Industry. She worked as a software professional for over 10 years,

with ICIM in India and Oracle in The United States. She was also awarded a

patent by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for her

innovation (Method and system for providing real-time clinical trial

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enrollment data).

Sheela has travelled extensively and it has

expanded her horizons and fed her curiosity in

Diversity, Culture, Art and history. Moving back to

India gave her an opening into a new field of

learning and one that allowed her love of languages

to flourish. This led to her spending the succeeding

years learning Sanskrit, French and German. She

completed her C1 level in French at Alliance

Francaise Madras, and A2 level in German at Goethe

Institut, Chennai.

From here, moving on to teaching was a natural progression. Sheela started

her career with APL in 2013. Completing the training in Differentiating

Instruction’ offered by harvard Wide gave her an additional perspective into

APL’s philosophy. She was able to work with multiple levels of schools and

share her knowledge of French as well as the Sciences.

As the Latin proverb goes, Docendo discimus - “by teaching, we learn”. The

unabashed love to explore and discover that children exhibit keeps her

constantly motivated and in working with children, she has found a way to

continue her professional and personal growth.

Taking on the role of the French Coordinator for Junior and Senior School at

APL was only a step towards her current role as the head of Lower

Secondary School. Throughout her career, she has been guiding and mentor-

ing the teachers in her team in every way that counts. She will continue to

motivate and inspire the teachers as well as the students keeping the APL

pedagogy and philosophy in the forefront of her mind.

Mob: +91 98404 12539 Email: sheelas@apl.edu.in

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Ms. Sangeetha Rajamani, Head - Primary

" Children are natural learners who absorb everything around them. So, early experiences play

a vital role in lifelong outcomes. My objective is to make the environment of the school a safe

place where children are nurtured and inspired to experiment, explore, ask questions, share,

build friendships, have fun and take pride in their work.”

Sangeetha Rajamani M.Sc., B.Ed., P.G.D.S.Ed., MBA

in Education Management, is a dynamic and dedi-

cated teacher with a passion for education and an

unwavering commitment to student learning. With

more than 20 years of experience in working with stu-

dents in special, mainstream and inclusive schools,

both in India and the USA, she is a versatile educa-

tionist. She has contributed to the sphere of educa-

tion by teaching students with and without special

needs from kindergarten to senior secondary level in

varied roles. At APL, she has been a Special Educator, Student Counsellor and

a teacher of Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, Statistics, Further

Statistics, Child Development & Psychology. As the subject-coordinator for

Senior School Mathematics, she facilitated the effective implementation of

the Cambridge International curriculum.

As head of Elementary School, Sangeetha has been instrumental in

promoting excellence and improvement in all matters of teaching, learning

and administration. She attributes her professional growth to her experience

in the reception years at Vidyasagar, her panoramic view of student

development across the school years and her understanding of the

psychological development of an individual combined with her qualification in

Education Management. In the Elementary School, she has ensured a holistic

development by seeing to it that students are physically and emotionally safe,

actively engaged, supported, and challenged by a well-balanced curriculum.

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She is a perfectionist, in all things. She goes above and beyond the scope of

work to develop best practices for systems and processes. She is skilled and

certified in technology that supports student learning and systematic

documentation collaboration that extends beyond the classroom. She is

committed to continuous learning and keeps herself up to date with the latest

trends in the field of education. She has earned the Cambridge International

Diploma for Teachers and Trainers (CIDTT). She is accredited by the

Cambridge International to internally moderate the coursework for Child

Development. She has also completed online training on ‘Differentiating

Instruction’ offered by harvard University.

Sangeetha, as the head of Primary School will bring her consummate skill

and experience in inspiring and motivating the staff even as she ensures the

students get the highest quality of learning experiences. This includes and

is not limited to areas of the curriculum which is differentiated to meet the

needs of students with special educational needs. Sangeetha is a natural

leader and will continue to lead the way in making the school environment

most conducive to student achievement and staff empowerment.

Mob: +91 98402 52222 Email id: sangeetharaja@apl.edu.in

Ms. Archana Sekhar, Head - Kindergarten

Early years are the foundation for life-long learning for a child, focusing on the PSE (Personal

Social and Emotional) development and the formation stages of the 3Rs in education.

Holding firmly to this belief, Archana specialised in Early Childhood and brings

her experience of 15 years in teaching and coordinating for the pre-primary

years. her expertise stems from her experience in both the International

Baccalaureate (PYP) and the Cambridge system with an emphasis on Multiple

Intelligences.

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her interest lies in the designing and redesigning, creating and coordination of

curriculum (pre-primary) and also in administrative verticals to increase the

facilitation of an environment for children that is student-centric and evolving.

Apart from the above, Archana has spread her

teaching abilities in the form of training of

government teachers of Tamil Nadu in Jolly Phonics.

her other interests include cooking, traveling, and

reading.

She joined APL as a Mentor in the Elementary

School. She moved on to become the Kindergarten

Coordinator. She has worked towards creating a

dynamic environment to make teaching and learning fun. She has worked

with her team to focus on a single common vision - empowering children and

each other. As a Coordinator, she has been able to use her strengths in

planning and time management to enable her team and make a strong and

positive impact on the Organization.

As the head of Kindergarten, apart from providing a platform for innovative

ideas, she will continue to mentor and inspire the teachers so that they may

reach their potential and grow to impart the kind of teaching that aligns with

the APL philosophy.

Mob: +91 96630 25870 Email id: archanasekhar@apl.edu.in

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Ms. Kripa Ganesan, Head - Kamalam

Kripa firmly believes that “Understanding students’

strengths, their areas of interests and providing

adequate learning opportunities in familiar

environments is the key to unfold their potential”.

Kripa Ganesh is primarily a management graduate.

She later changed tracks and embarked

on a journey with special education. She has since

then completed her PG Diploma, B.Ed 

and M.Ed in Special Education, from Mumbai. She has also completed an

online certificate course on Differentiated Instruction from Harvard University.

Prior to joining APL, she has worked in special schools, in Mumbai &

Chennai, in the capacities of a Special Educator, Course Coordinator and

Research Coordinator. She has been a visiting faculty at special schools,

colleges and vocational training centres. As part of a research project, she

was instrumental in setting up a resource room for providing therapy and

special education services in a slum area in Mumbai. She has also

participated in creating awareness on disabilities through street plays, radio

shows and write-ups.

She joined APL in 2013 as a Special Education Coordinator, progressed as

Deputy head of the Special Education Department and is currently the head

of the Kamalam Programme, a unit for students working on functional

curriculum, launched in June 2021.

In her role as Special Education coordinator, she conducted observations and

assessment for students, to make placement decisions. She worked with

teachers and parents to empower them with strategies for developing and

honing specific skills. She actively supported them by sourcing appropriate

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resources and hands-on activities that would help students in their learning.

She has always shown keen interest in planning and conducting the training

programs in APL. As the Deputy head of the Special Education Department,

she mentored and supported special education coordinators in developing

student specific plans and guiding them in their work with teachers. 

In her current role as head of the Kamalam Programme, she guides the

teachers in creating theme-based plans for students focussing on their func-

tional literacy, communications, math, daily living and community living skills.

She works closely with therapists and teachers to plan the co-curricular pro-

grammes for the students. 

She focusses on encouraging students to interact with their peers and family,

enabling them to participate in community activities and empowering them

find their voice; which will improve their self-esteem and make them feel as

contributing members in the community.

She is very passionate towards her work and possesses over 12 years of expe-

rience in working with children having diverse learning needs.

Mob: +91 91763 68045 Email id: kripag@apl.edu.in

HOW APL WORKS

MENTORS AND STUDENT COUNSELLING

Through the Mentors and school Counsellors, APL provides guidance and

counselling for academic, socio-emotional and behavioural concerns that

may arise for students. The objective is to provide students with positive

experiences that promote individual growth and build good and productive

habits in their lives. The counsellors work along with the students where

necessary, with parents too to help resolve conflicts with behavioural issues.

ATTENDANCE

A student’s measure of commitment to the school and its programme is

reflected in their regularity in coming to school. This is recorded through the

IMS and reflects in the Semester report card of each student. The students

in the Flexi Stream must adhere to the agreed number of days and timings.

Students appearing for board exams must have a minimum attendance of

80% for registration.

ARRIVAL TO / DEPARTURE FROM THE SCHOOL CAMPUS

The school timings are -

lPre-KG, LKG and UKG: 9:00 a.m - 12 noon (reporting time 8.55 a.m)

lGrades 1 and 2: 7.45 a.m - 2 p.m (reporting time 7.40 a.m)

lGrades 3 to 12: 7:30 a.m– 2 p.m (reporting time 7.25 a.m)

We work from Monday through Friday.

Those coming in later than 9 am for KG; 7.45 for Grades 1 & 2 and 7.30 for

grades 3 to 12 will be considered late and there will be consequences (please

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refer to Code of Conduct section)

Parents requesting permission for their child coming late to school should do

so before 7 am via email to the mentor and the school level admin.

The school bus leaves in the afternoon for -

Grades 1 to 12 at 2.10 pm

Pre-KG, LKG and UKG at 12.05pm

Parents / Guardians/ Drivers who have requested for early pick up on certain

days should apply to the head of School for permission. It is important that

the student attends the whole day of school and permission to leave school

earlier must be sought only for emergency conditions. The student must

collect the Permission Pass from the school level administrative office before

leaving the school premises. The permission pass must be handed over to

the security at the gate.

Similarly, students who normally use the school transport but have sought

special permission to go early or otherwise on a specific day with their Parents

/ Guardian / Driver must procure the Permission Pass from the school level

administrative office and hand it over to the security at the gate. This must

also be informed to the transport coordinator, aplschooltransport@gmail.com

In the interest of the safety of the student, parents must inform the school

authorities of the mode of transport. For own transport students of grades

Pre-KG - 5 ID cards will be issued to the designated person/people who will

be picking the child up from school. This person will be allowed into the

dispersal area only after showing the ID cards to the security.

No student is to stay in school premises beyond 2.15 pm uptill grade 12 and

12.15 pm for KG without permission. Any student who fails to board the bus in

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time will have to make their own arrangements to get back home. The school

will keep the parents informed of the same.

ABSENTEEISM

Students are expected to be present in school on all working days as per

the school calendar. In case of absence of a student, parents/guardians are

requested to keep the school informed. A note or an email addressed to the

mentor (cc to the head of School), stating reasons for absence (planned leave,

sick leave) is required latest by 8 am for KG and 7 am for Gr.1 - 12 on the day

leave is to be taken. Students availing the school transport must additionally

inform the transport coordinator. This is a mandatory school procedure.

For prolonged absenteeism due to unavoidable circumstances, we suggest

that a formal request be made in advance to the mentor and the head of

School to draw up a support plan.

HOMEWORK

homework is an important part of the learning process that extends, enriches

and reinforces academic concepts and skills to enhance achievement. It is

a necessary part of the instruction process that begins in the classroom,

extends into the home and provides a way for parents to become aware of the

teaching program and their child’s progress.

At APL homework begins from Grade 1. homework details will be entered by

the students in their handbook.

EXTRA HOURS AT SCHOOL

Students may be required to spend extra hours at school for any of the

following reasons.

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1. For extended academic inputs/assessments.

2. For practice sessions for sports or cultural events.

3. For duties as organisers / volunteers in school events.

In any such case, the parents will always be formally informed by the school.

In the event of your ward wanting to come to school beyond normal school

hours, please verify details with the mentor and school level admin office.

SICKNESS AND MEDICAL ISSUES

We would like the parent / guardian to keep the school informed in case your

child has fallen ill. A leave note is essential for our records, supported by a

medical certificate. In case your child is undergoing any medical treatment and

has to be exempted from certain activities like sports, the parent / guardian

should inform us along with a medical certificate and keep us updated.

In case a child has a special medical issue such as an allergic outburst / fits

etc, please submit a medical emergency kit along with instructions on what

should be administered or handled until proper medical help is arranged.

APL Global will not be held responsible for any complications arising out of

lack of information or unawareness of pre-existing illnesses.

An annual general health checkup of the child is recommended which should

include dental, eye and basic tests to ensure the child remains in the best of

health.

APOLLO SHINE PROGRAM

We have tied up with Apollo hospital's "Apollo Shine Program". As a member

of Apollo Shine we have a first aid centre with a trained nurse from Apollo

hospital stationed in school during the school hours with their ambulance

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service on call. This will help us in giving prompt and appropriate first aid in

case of any emergency situation.

If a child experiences illnesses like a mild headache, stomachache, fever or

vomiting, the Apollo Shine nurse will administer over-the-counter medicine.

Kindly share with the school if your child has any allergy to any medications.

For any other discomfort or emergency, the school may contact the parent /

guardian. If the parent is not reachable, the school will use its discretion to

take the child to the nearest hospital for immediate treatment.

UNPLANNED CLOSURE

Unplanned school closure, as in the case of weather warning, bandhs etc.,

will be communicated to the parents directly either through IMS with or

without an SMS alert depending on the notice time available to the school.

We are aware of the time at which our students need to start preparing to

leave home and all efforts will be made to communicate such information as

soon as possible.

DRESS CODE

Formal uniform is applicable from UKG onwards. All students are to be

neatly dressed in school uniform during school hours, school trips, official

gatherings and while representing the school in events outside the school.

We believe that the uniform helps in identifying with the school and creates a

sense of belonging. The UKG, Primary and Lower secondary students should

have a minimum of two sets with at least one in each colour ( Purple or Green)

within the fabric choices provided by the school. All senior school students

must wear purple colour collared T-shirts and beige trousers in the formal

uniform days and while representing the school for any external events.

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Kindergarten

Pre KG- Casual Wear *.

LKG - Sports uniform every Tuesday and Thursday. Casual Wear* on other

days

UKG - Formal uniform every Monday and Wednesday, Sports uniform every

Tuesday and Thursday. Casual Wear* on Friday.

(*Parents are advised to discourage the child from wearing party dress, long

or multi-layered dresses and tight jeans as these are uncomfortable and

restrict free movement. A simple T-shirt with shorts/ track pants is ideal for

both girls and boys.)

Sports uniform - beige T-shirt and black tracks

Footwear - For the convenience of the student, it is preferable to wear velcro

sandals or shoes without laces along with casual wear. White velcro shoes

and socks along with uniform.

Grade 1 to 12- Formal uniform to be worn on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Sports uniform every Tuesday and Thursday.

Grade 1 to 5

Girls - shirts and skirts

Boys - shorts and tucked in shirts.

Sports uniform - beige T-shirt and black tracks

Footwear - white shoes and white socks

Grade 6 to 8

Girls - trousers and shirt

Boys - trousers and tucked in shirt

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Sports uniform - beige T-shirt and black tracks

Footwear - white shoes and white socks

Grade 9 to 12

Girls - trousers and purple T-shirt

Boys - trousers and purple T-shirt

Sports uniform - beige T-shirt and black tracks

Footwear - white shoes and white socks

**NOTE: All uniforms including tracks must be purchased from the school.

Mixing of sports and formal uniforms is unacceptable.

In addition to conforming to the uniform specifications, students are expected

to ensure that they are well turned out, particularly with regard to hair and

nails. Unkempt or coloured hair is unacceptable.

Girls must not wear or carry with them any form of make-up. Sandals or house

slippers are prohibited. Students must refrain from any form of vandalism of

the uniform like deliberate painting, scribbling and autographing.

Uniform checks will be performed and the dress code will be strictly enforced.

Students not in uniform will not be allowed to sit in the classroom. They will

be asked to be at the admin area until their uniform is delivered to school

after which they can attend their classes.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Students are not permitted to have in their possession Laptops, kindle,

Smart watches, Camera, Cell phones, MP3 Players or any other electronic

entertainment devices during school hours. Students carrying such items

must deposit them at the office as they come into school and claim them

after school hours. APL assumes no responsibility for the loss or theft of

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valuables.

Cash, expensive jewellery and other valuable items that have no place in a

normal school day are also prohibited.

If students are found to be in possession of any of the above mentioned items,

it will be confiscated and will be returned only to the parent/guardian after a

week of confiscation. If found in possession again the item will be confiscated

and returned only at the end of the academic year.

MISCELLANEOUS

Birthday cakes and celebrations in class are not allowed. Birthday chocolates

are permitted only from Grade 3 and above and they must be within Rs.10.

Sports and music equipment, camera if brought to school will have to be left

at the respective admin office and collected during specific class hours. Any

kind of card or board games must not be brought to school.

Food delivery services will not be allowed for any student at school.

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OUR ASSESSMENT PATTERN

Assessment is a very natural and intrinsic part of the learning experience at

APL. It is done to develop the confidence and aspiration levels of students

while keeping in mind their level of readiness.

The assessment pattern for KG - 2 is continuous and formative in nature.

Grade 3 is gently transitioned to the world of formal assessments.

Differentiated worksheets, marked assignment, portfolios and class activities

are used for formative assessments. These not only help the students in self

evaluation but also allow the teachers to recognise the gaps in learning and

address them during the instructional period.

Formative assessments

Individual Learning Presentation (ILP), is a way of increasing student

accountability and autonomy concerning academics and their habits of work

and learning. Students upto Grade 8 present their work to their parents in an

organised way. This is a time for them to acknowledge their achievements

while they take an active and meaningful role in their own learning.

At APL we use Portfolio based assessment till Gr 8. A Portfolio is a record

of a student’s learning, reflection and progression throughout their school

years. Each student prepares and creates a portfolio for themselves across

the year to showcase their overall and holistic development. The portfolio

contains works of the students that are academic and non-academic in

nature. Students become responsible and take charge of their learning by

planning and choosing what needs to go into the portfolio. Spending time

to prepare the Portfolio gives the students and the teacher-facilitators the

opportunity to reflect on how far the student has progressed during the year.

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This portfolio of learning the students present to their parents on ILP along

with the other activities.

For Pre-NIOS & Grade 9-12 NIOS, Marked Assignment, concept wise projects

or write up is formative assessment. If a student has TMA submission , then

the marked assignment for that subject is the TMA.

Summative assessment ( Semester exams)

Grades 3 to 5

The Semester exams are divided into sections A, B and C which, besides

testing their knowledge and understanding, gives students ample opportunity

to explore their ability by attempting higher order thinking questions.

Grades 6 to 8

The Semester exams follow the Progression pattern of Cambridge International.

Each subject will have multiple papers based on taxonomy. Students will have

a choice between high and Medium papers in a few subjects.

Senior School-Grades 9 to 12 (NIOS & Cambridge International)

Cambridge International

The nature of assessments will be in the form of the formal assessment

(conducted during class hours), marked assignments, open book assessment,

worksheets and academic portfolio. Students can defer the formal assessment

once in an academic year in case of absenteeism due to illness or any activity

permitted by the school. They will have to coordinate with the exam department

to take this assessment within a week.

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Pre NIOS & NIOS

For Pre NIOS & Grade 9-12 NIOS, the summative assessments are in the

form of PLPs, to test their knowledge and understanding, thinking and writing

skills. The PLPs are midterm assessments conducted once in each semester

through the academic session . Pre NIOS students cannot defer the PLP,

whereas the students of grades 9-12 can defer a PLP once in an academic

year. They need to take the PLP on the day they are back to school and within

a week of the missed PLP. Students can defer the PLP once in an academic

year in case of absenteeism due to illness or any activity permitted by the

school. They will have to coordinate with the exam department to take this

assessment within a week.

Semester and Mock exams

Grades 9-12 follow the Cambridge International/NIOS pattern of assessment.

No deferment is allowed for Semester/ Mock exams.

We request you to ensure that your ward/wards take the assessments as per

the schedule.

Mock exams are conducted for grades 10, 11 & 12 to prepare the students

for the Cambridge International exam sessions. The Parent Consent form for

the registration is given to Grade 10, 11 and 12 students, approximately three

months before the start of the Cambridge International exam session. The

registration is done after the first mock exam. Registration will be withheld

for students who do not meet the pass criteria in all the assessments and in

the first mock as well as 80 % class attendance. Students who do not qualify

will be considered only after evaluating their performance in the second

mock. In such a situation, the late fine per subject will have to be paid by the

student. For more details you may contact the Cambridge International Exam

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Officer.

For NIOS students, Semester exam and Mock exams are conducted for grades

9, 10, 11 & 12 to prepare the students for the NIOS board examinations.

With respect to the exam registration, approval from the school will be given

subject to the student's readiness to take the exam as well as its mandatory to

have 80% class attendance. Board exam online registration is done assisted

by the NIOS administrator at school.

The dates of the mock exams are mentioned in the academic calendar. These

exams will have to be taken as per the schedule and will not be rescheduled

for individual students. The school will adhere to the calendar unless there is

a government declared school holiday.

Our Feedback Pattern

Constructive feedback is provided periodically in the form of –

uVerbal feedback, comments on assignment submissions etc.

uPortfolio

uSemester End Reports

uMock Exam Reports

Parents are also invited to meet the subject teachers, mentor and the heads

of School, together with the student to discuss performances, challenges and

needs. Mentors can assist you schedule these appointments.

Our Reporting Pattern

In keeping with the pedagogic systems at APL, our reporting pattern takes a

holistic view of the student’s development, progress and performance. The

progress report gives an analysis of the child’s performance which includes

their Learner Profile, Socio-emotional strengths, Scholastic performance,

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and their engagement with Sports and Co-curricular performance.

The Progress Report is a biannual report based on the above parameters

for grades LKG-12. At the KG level, the report is biannual for LKG and UKG

and for Pre-KG it is given at the end of the Academic year. For grades 10 to

12 students will receive Mock reports as additional report cards. Till Grade

2 it will be a narrative report card. Report cards from grade 3 will be in the

following format;

LEARNER PROFILE (Section A)

The Cambridge Learner Attributes guide our pedagogy and assessment at

APL. Our learning systems are designed to develop students who are:

u"Confident in working with information and ideas their own and those of

others

uResponsible for themselves, responsive to and respectful of others

uReflective as learners, developing their ability to learn

uInnovative and equipped for new and future challenges

uEngaged intellectually and socially, ready to make a difference"”

SOCIO-EMOTIONAL STRENGTHS (Section B)

Socio-emotional strengths assessment is designed to reflect the growth

and development of the student’s social, intra and interpersonal skills. It is

a measure and a reflection of the student’s ability to accept responsibility

for their own work ethics and behaviour. Being an aware and a responsible

citizen is also an important area of development that is addressed through

this assessment.

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SCHOLASTIC PERFORMANCE (Section C)

Performance assessment looks at a trend showing the development of the

student in each subject through the semester. A Cumulative score is arrived

based on assignments taken through the semester and the semester-end

exam.

The results are represented through bar graphs to enable a clear understanding

of the performance and the trend of achievements over the semester.

PHYSICAL FITNESS (Section D)

Sports have always been an integral part of the APL curriculum. The path

shown by Dr. Kannan Pugazhendi is being carried forward ably by the sports

faculty. With a firm belief that the physical state impacts mental energies, APL

ensures that its students are exposed to regular fitness checks, exercises

and sports. The Progress Report reflects this in ample measure by providing

a report on the student’s status in terms of Physical Measures, Fitness and

Participation in Sports and Games as observed during the sports period in

school.

Co-curricular Activities (EXPRESSIONS) (Section E)

True to the APL promise of holistic growth, the Progress Report also reflects

the student’s level of interest and participation in a wide variety of activities

like performing arts, fine arts, literary exploration, financial literacy, culinary

art, organic farming, MUN, etc.

OUR ANNUAL AWARDS

Awards at APL Global School are aimed at fostering students’ ability to set

and achieve personal goals in all areas of their development. The awards

are therefore based on the highest CCP scores in personal development,

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performance in subject areas and talent areas, self comparison that measures

individual student achievements vis-à-vis their performance targets and goals

and students' respect for time and decorum. These awards are conferred at

the end of the academic year.

Our Awards aim at encouraging

uConsistent effort in learning

uSubject competence and performance

uGoal setting and achievement

uTalent Development

uParticipation in Expressions

uBeing a responsible community member

uFine conduct

Our certificates ( From Grade 5 onwards)-

1. Scholastic Proficiency Award is awarded to students who score 80 % and

above in an individual subject.

2. Progression Award is awarded to students for demonstrating a positive and

willing to learn attitude with a steady progression in their areas of learning,

both scholastic and non scholastic.

3. APL Role Model’Award is granted to students who show adherence to time

and various codes of conduct at school.

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USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES

RESPECT FOR SCHOOL PROPERTY

APL is conscious of its responsibility to the environment and so will actively

discourage any form of misuse/abuse of the environment. Students must

refrain from littering the school environs (classrooms/corridors/other rooms).

Defacing and damaging of school property including school buses, furniture,

all school equipment, classrooms and other rooms will be dealt with utmost

seriousness.

The school will take note of the instances of transgressions and take suitable

and appropriate steps to encourage responsible behaviour.

The management reserves the right to expect a replacement or compensation

for any damage.

IT AND USE OF INTERNET

Technology supports and enriches students’ academic experiences and helps

to develop their critical thinking abilities. All classrooms from Gr.1-12 are

equipped with Smart Boards/ Projectors, which are networked to the school

server. All computers in the computer labs are enabled with high-speed

internet access.

Students are encouraged to make the best use of the technological facilities

for educational purposes. Students must not attempt to enter or interfere with

any of the areas of the IT system to which they have not been granted access.

Students are expected to use the IT systems according to the procedures laid

down by the school.

They must refrain from installing any hardware/software, visiting or

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downloading material from unsuitable sites or passing such material to other

students.

Internet security and safety is a top priority. No student is allowed internet

access without teacher supervision.

The school also has net filters in place to protect students from undesirable

material.

The management reserves the right to expect a replacement or compensation

for any damage caused to the IT facilities by a student. Inappropriate use will

not be taken lightly and will lead to serious consequences.

SPORTS FACILITIES

The school sports programme is personalised to help students realise their

sporting talents. Attention is paid to posture, strength, endurance, flexibility

and stamina on an individual basis even as they are trained in team sports.

We undertake an in-house fitness test twice a year to evaluate the students'

general ability with speed, flexibility and strength so that they can work on

improving their general health condition.

Whether on or off campus, student athletes are expected to conduct

themselves with good sportsmanship and must consistently show hard work,

team spirit, discipline, respect and good character.

LIBRARY FACILITIES

The library facility at APL offers a wide range of books for all age groups such

as fiction, non-fiction, general, reference books, magazines, periodicals,

newspapers, etc. We encourage our students to visit the library and avail the

use of the books to supplement their learning.

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Gr 3 - 8 students can borrow one book at a time and senior school students

can borrow up to two books at a time for the duration of one week. A one-

time renewal is permitted. They can borrow fiction, general books and certain

reference books. however, textbooks are only for reference during school

hours.

Please find below the guidelines for book issuance.

1. Borrowed books should be returned in the same condition.

2. Any kind of damage or mutilation to the cover/ pages will be charged. The

charges will be levied at the discretion of the librarian.

3. Library books borrowed by the student should be returned on or before

the due date.

4. Books lost by the student should be reported immediately to the librarian.

5. A late fee of Rs. 10/- per day will be charged for the first 5 days (inclusive of

Saturday and Sunday) after the due date.

6. After the 5th day, the late fee will double, Rs.20/- per day.

7. Books that are not returned even after 10 days will be marked as lost.

8. If the book is subsequently returned on the 11th day, then 25% of the book

cost, along with the late fee @ Rs 20 per day will be charged.

9. Lost book will be charged twice the book cost on the 11th day, which is -

a. Book lost amount,

b. New book purchase amount and

c. Fine dues accumulated

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d. Students can replace the book using the ISBN reference number within

the 10 day. however, the late fee charges will not be waived or rebated.

e. In case the student finds the book after paying the lost book amount,

the amount will not be refunded. The student can retain the book with them.

The amount due will be added to the next term fee payment. Mail intimation

will be given to the parents informing of the due amount.

SCHOOL RULES FOR PROTECTION AGAINST CHILD ABUSE

Student Safegaurding Advisory Committee as per the Education Department

Guidelines have been constituted at school. The school is committed to

educating students on personal safety measures. Awareness workshops are

conducted by internal and external resource people who have done extensive

work in this area, including safety in cyberspace as well.

SAFETY MEASURES

The school’s infrastructure is designed to ensure the safety and security of

the students at school. We comply with recommended safety standards for

schools in all areas like fire safety, building safety etc. Adequate security at

the gate is provided to ensure that there is no access to school premises by

unauthorized people. CCTVs have been installed at all entry and exit points,

in the campus for monitoring movement.

USE OF WEBSITE

The APL Global School website has been created with the purpose of providing

as much information as possible for the benefit of the parents and students.

It provides information on the school’s curriculum, methods of teaching and

assessment, online registration ensuring full transparency.

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Every care has been taken to address parental queries giving special

importance to questions related to the Cambridge International curriculum,

NIOS, its recognition by Indian universities, etc.

The website will be continuously updated with information to ensure that it

remains a true reflection of what is happening in the school.

Website: www.aplglobalschool.com

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INSTITUTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

The Institute Management System (IMS), a SaaS based solution, enables a

seamless integration of people, processes and activities. Cloud computing

provides access to information anytime and anywhere. It is a single platform

for students, teachers and parents to connect with the school.

Parents and students can log in and view information on a regular basis.

All documentation like Identity Card, Report Card, Bonafide Certificate and

Transfer Certificate will be done on the basis of details given in the IMS. The

onus is on parents to update personal details promptly with corrections or

changes in -

a) communication address

b) emergency number (can also be a number other than father / mother /

local guardian),

c) email id

d) mobile numbers

e) primary contact person (to whom the sms will be sent)

f) Medical history

g) Transport information

Following are the modules which will be useful to you for accessing school

information.

1. Profile (under settings) ---->you need to update the parent profile details

here

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2. Student Information

u Student Profile ----> You will need to request the school for an edit

uCirculars ----> By default the current month is selected. You may choose

the specific month on the calendar to have a look at the notices/documents

uploaded.

Click on -

- Notices for list of messages

- Important Documents for list of documents to download

u Session Calendar ----> Provides details on the important events and

holidays of the academic session

uClass note/Assignment/ ----> By default the current month is selected.

You may choose the specific month on the calendar to have a look at the Class

note/Assignment uploaded. Click on-

- Class notes for Question paper and Marking scheme

- Assignments for Worksheets

uFee Detail Report-----> View the term wise fee details paid/due amounts.

The fee receipts can be printed / saved as PDF by clicking on the fee receipt

no.

uExam Details ------> Click on "Syllabus" to view the Semester wise “Ready

Reckoner” and download a copy.

uAttendance -----> View attendance details.

uCertificate -----> Click here to download the report cards.

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uLibrary -----> View your child’s list of issue / return book records and fine

details.

3. Action Point

uOnline Fee payment ----> Click here to pay the fee through our payment

gateway.

The link to access the site:

http://sch.edulip.com/UI/indexAPL.php

(Recommended Web browsers: Mozilla Firefox, Google chrome)

PARENT LOG-IN DETAILS

Username: The FR no (the registration number given during the admission)

Password: apl@1234 (you may reset the password)

User type: parent

In case you have more than one child studying at APL, please collect the

primary username login id from the admin office. You will be able to access

the details for all in the same login.

Parents/students are requested to download and save the exam timetable,

report cards, notes and worksheets as and when it is sent. This will avoid the

last minute search of the document(s) just before or during the exams.

STUDENT LOG-IN DETAILS (grade 3 and above)

Username: FR no

Password: student_apl

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User type: student

The students can log in to download class notes, assignments details. They

can also view the library book details, Academic calendar, Ready Reckoner

and Report card. The Circulars module will provide them access to documents

like exam timetable, schedules etc. The notices will provide information on

extra classes, schedules etc.

MOBILE APP

We have developed the APL APP to provide the parents with an ease of

accessing the IMS communication on the go. This can be downloaded from

the google play store for Android and the apple store for the ios operating

system. Parents can log-in and view modules like Fee, Attendance, Report

card (under event certificates), Documents, Notices etc.

The desktop web-based ERP will continue to be available.

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ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

Student Data

It is compulsory to submit a copy of the Transfer Certificate, Birth Certificate,

Mark Sheets of the previous grade and two photographs. Students with

special needs will be required to submit a psychological/medical assessment

report as well. Foreign national students must additionally submit a copy of

their passport with their Visa page and also those of their parents along with

the page with the immigration stamp.

The details of any illness, allergy or medical history that the school should be

aware of, authorised persons for pick up of the child etc must be entered in

the document made available on the IMS.

Change of Address

Parents / guardians must ensure the profile in the IMS is kept updated with

the residential address and active mobile number to enable the school to

contact them when their child is ill, has missed the bus, or in other emergency

situations.

Identity Card

Students will be provided with ID cards on parental request. Kindly ensure

that the Profile in the IMS is correct and updated. Any request for replacement

due to wrong details or for a duplicate ID card will be charged.

Bonafide Certificate

Bonafide Certificate would be issued to the children on receipt of a request

mail from the parent to the admin department. The turnaround time would

be 1 working day.

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Transfer Certificate

Parents and guardians intending to withdraw their children must notify in

writing to the Principal in advance. Transfer Certificates will be issued once

the student’s dues to the school have been met and all school equipment /

locker keys / library books are returned.

The last date for application for the TC is 30th January. Once an application

for TC is submitted it is deemed that the student is withdrawing from the

school. Requests for bonafide once the TC application has been submitted

will be considered on need basis. Students wanting to enroll into APL after

withdrawal need to reapply as a fresh admission. In case the TC application is

received after 30th January the first term tuition fees for the next academic

year will have to be paid.

Fee Payment

Tuition Fees will be payable over 2 semesters (for Academic year 2021-22)

u1st Sem – Along with the admission fee for the new admissions

20th to 31st March for grades 9 – 12 of the academic year.

4th to 13th April for grades Pre Kg – 8 of the academic year.

u2nd Sem–– 1st to 10th September of the academic year.

Fees paid after the due date will attract a late fee of Rs 1000 per week.

You can pay the fee using the 'online fee payment' facility through the IMS.

Please log in to view the“"fee detail report"” -

Following are the steps to assist you with the online payment through IMS.

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1. Log into the IMS

2. Under the header Action Point, select 'Online Fee Payment'

3. Select the payment gateway

4. Select the amount for payment and enter the amount (as given in the Final

Amount column). This amount is the total due till date.

5. Click on ‘Submit’ and it will take you to the payment gateway.

6. Select payment mode (net banking / Credit Card / Debit Card) and submit.

Please note the convenience charges will be mentioned alongside the amount.

7. Continue with the payment process.

8. After successful completion of the transaction, you will receive by email the

payment confirmation and details from the payment gateway.

9. The transaction id will be displayed in the IMS for your reference.

10. You will also receive an auto generated receipt to the mail id registered in

the IMS with the breakup of the fee payment details for your records.

Fees can also be payable by NEFT. The school bank details are as follows:

Bank Name - Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd

Address -Nariman Point, Mumbai

Account Name - APL Global School Private Limited

Account Number – APLGS+ Student enrol number(for eg. if the student enrol

number is FR123 then the account no will be APLGSFR123)

IFSC Code - KKBK0000958

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Account Type - Current Account

For foreign transactions ,please use the following,

Bank Account Number - 0011875826

SWIFT Code - KKBKINBBCPCC

Please note, Report cards will be uploaded in the IMS subjected to all dues

cleared for the period.

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COMMUNICATION FROM US TO YOU

It is important that we are provided with an active e-mail id as all intimations

(which includes circulars, Ready Reckoners, Assessment Schedules,Report

Cards etc) are notified through email. Sometimes an SMS alert through IMS

(institute management software) informs parents of emails sent from school

for information that needs urgent attention. For medical emergencies, we call

parents / guardians. Therefore, kindly ensure that correct telephone numbers

are provided and updated in case of any change.

PEOPLE YOU MAY NEED TO CONTACT

For fixing appointments with Founder and Principal

Mr. Asarar Hussain, Secretary to Principal & Founder

E mail: asarar@apl.edu.in

Ms. Deepa S Narayanan, Head-Admin and Student Affairs

E mail: deepa@apl.edu.in

For general queries like admission, transfer and bonafide certificate, fee

payments, transport, canteen, school timings etc.

Ms. Ramadevi Raghuraman, Relationship Manager

E mail: ramadevir@apl.edu.in

Ms. Mallika Paul, Relationship Manager

E mail: mallikapaul@apl.edu.in

Ms. Saranya M R, Relationship Manager

E mail: saranyamr@apl.edu.in

For enquiries regarding admissions

E mail: admission@apl.edu.in

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For issues related to Fees

Email: neft-bt@apl.edu.in

For any concerns regarding IMS

Email: erp-support@apl.edu.in

For absence, late coming intimation and fixing appointments with the Heads

of School

Ms. Kalpana Roshan, Administrator (Senior School)

E mail: kalpana@apl.edu.in

Ms. Ramya Sekar, Administrator (Senior School)

E mail: ramyasekar@apl.edu.in

Ms. Safia Bai, Administrative Assistant (Senior School)

E mail: safiamushtaq@apl.edu.in

Ms. Vinodhini J, Administrator (Lower Secondary School)

E mail: vinodhinij@apl.edu.in

Ms. Aarthi Ramakrishnan, Administrative Assistant (Lower Secondary

School)

E mail: aarthir@apl.edu.in

Ms. Archana Muralidharan, Administrator (Primary School)

E mail: archanamurali@apl.edu.in

Ms. Binita Abdul, Administrative Assistant (Primary School)

E mail: binitaabdul@apl.edu.in

Ms. Jamuna Ravikumar, Administrator (KG School)

E mail: jamunaravikumar@apl.edu.in

Ms. Ariyamala, Administrative Assistant (KG School)

E mail: ariyamala@apl.edu.in

Ms. Vijayapriya, Administrator (NIOS)

E mail: vijayapriyas@apl.edu.in

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Ms. Deepa V, Administrator (Kamalam Program)

E mail: deepav@apl.edu.in

Ms. Kavitha Kuppuraj, Head Examinations & Reporting

E mail: kavitha@apl.edu.in

Academic Counsellors

Ms. Preeti Ajit Kumar

E mail: preetikumar@apl.edu.in

Ms. Sujitha P. Nair

E mail: sujitha@apl.edu.in

Conversations with Teachers pertaining to the student

Mentors can be contacted for specific concerns regarding academics and

other issues via e-mail. Mentor will facilitate a parent- teacher meeting on a

mutually agreeable day and time, need base.

NOTE: We appreciate that parents often develop personal connections with

school staff members who contribute to their child's school experience.

While gifts and tokens of affection are understandable, our school policy

deters staff and management from accepting these.

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CODE OF RESPECT

A respectful attitude lays the foundation for a good character. It is first initiated

at home, reinforced in school and continues to be a part of us throughout our

life.

Respect for self translates to proper dress, use of respectful language, safe

behaviour, healthy habits, being truthful and standing up for your values.

Respect for others translates to communicating politely, being supportive,

friendly, allowing others their personal space and property and being sensitive

to the needs and feelings of others.

Respect for authority and rules translates to listening carefully, obeying

instructions in the true spirit, practising to be on time and accepting personal

responsibility for your actions.

Respect for the environment translates to keeping things clean and tidy,

taking care of school property, surroundings and active participation in

making a difference to its preservation.

CODE OF CONDUCT

Movement around the School

u The school has incorporated into its working day sections of time for

academics, sports and other co-curricular activities. Students must ensure

that they are present for the right activity at the prescribed time.

uStudents may come to the front office and administrative area only if called

for or when they have a specific need or errand.

uThose coming in later than 9 am for KG; 7.45 for Grades 1 & 2 and 7.30 for

grades 3 to 12 will be considered late. They have to sign in at the gate before

being allowed to enter. Students will be sent back home after 3 late entries

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and thereafter for every alternative time that the child is late.

Decorum

uUse of foul language, bullying - verbal or physical - and substance abuse

are completely and unequivocally banned and strict measures will be taken

against those who persist in such actions.

u All members of the APL staff, faculty, administrative staff and non-

teaching staff must be treated with courtesy.

u Students are requested to keep in mind that when in uniform they are

representing the school, its ethos and value system. As such, students in APL

uniform are expected to conduct themselves with dignity and decency both

within the school premises and elsewhere.

u Stealing or using others' property without permission will be dealt with

with utmost seriousness.

u Disruptive, discourteous behaviour and damage during use of school

transport will lead to a suspension from the use of the facility for a specified

period of time at the discretion of the management.

School Responses to Non-Conformities

APL recognizes and encourages the ‘individual’ in each of its members. The

school believes in transparency and democratic working and freedom of

expression. having said that, APL also has its own ethos and a value system

based on which it has created the school working environment. APL will

therefore not compromise on any breach of its standards and will take firm

action against such transgressions.

We also understand that all lapses in behaviour do not warrant the same

actions. The management reserves the right to decide upon suitable and

appropriate consequences.

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No: 697/3, Anand Nagar Main Road, Thoraipakkam, Chennai-600 097. India

Tel: +91 44 4076 1199

Email: admin@apl.edu.inWebsite: www.aplglobalschool.com