SQAAF – Domain 5: MANAGEMENT AND GOVERNANCE

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Infrastructure

This domain emphasizes the provision of a safe, secure, clean, and green environment that supports the overall well-being and development of every student. The school ensures that all facilities meet essential standards of space, safety, health management, and aesthetics, creating a joyful and conducive atmosphere for learning.

Sub-domains: 10 | Standards: 10 | Weightage: 10%

Infrastructure

School provides for a safe, secure, clean green environment for all students. Facilities are provided by the school in the areas of space, safety requirements, health management and the aesthetic component. Learning spaces allow for a happy environment in which students can learn. Adequacy, functionality and Aesthetics of the enabling resources will be focused upon in this domain. Provisions need to be in place for buildings to be friendly for the differently abled. Through its eleven sub-domains, all major aspects associated with infrastructure are accounted for in a simple and easy manner for institutions to follow.

Sub Domains & Standards

2.1 Classrooms, Library, Laboratories, Computer Labs, ICT Facilities and rooms for different activities.

2.1.1The school has sufficient classrooms conducive to learning.

2.1.1.1 - Level I - Inceptive

Classrooms are available in the school as per statutory norms. School ensures student classroom ratio (SCR) as per norms. Inventories are maintained.

2.1.1.2 - Level II - Transient

The school uses additional spaces for meaningful student learning experiences.

2.1.1.3 - Level III - Stable

All classrooms are designed to provide for varied learning needs and suitable for different stages as per the norms. ICT facilities are available in the classrooms. Infrastructure is upgraded as and when required. Teachers are trained to use the various classroom resources.

2.1.1.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Policy on Institutional Planning with regard to Infrastructure is in place. All classrooms have space for peer interactions and student–teacher interactions. School has clean and aesthetically pleasing classrooms. ICT facilities are available in all the classrooms. Classrooms are easily accessible by students with special needs. There is an ongoing mechanism to assess the infrastructural needs of the institution in relation to the students’ needs and plans for improvement made accordingly.

2.1.2The School Library facilitates effective delivery/implementation of its educational programme.

2.1.2.1 - Level I - Inceptive

School has a separate library room with adequate resources as per norms. Students visit the Library as per their allotted period. The students are issued books to inculcate reading habits. Inventories are maintained.

2.1.2.2 - Level II - Transient

The school librarian maintains records. The school Library resources are utilized by teachers and students. Library is open for the students even after school hours. At least 50% students in the school are issued library books.

2.1.2.3 – Level III - Stable

Capacity building programmes for librarian and teachers are organised to use library as a teaching learning resource. Library has separate reference section and a Reading Room. Books are regularly updated to meet the developmental needs of learners of all the genders and all age groups. The Library is used as a resource for alternative modes of learning and teaching by the subject teachers. The Librarian follows wellconstructed age appropriate strategies to meet teaching learning needs of students. At least 75% students in the school are issued library books.

2.1.2.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Policy on Institutional Planning with regard to effective usage of Library is in place. The school library has aesthetic and flexible design to support varied learning experiences of learners. The library provides access to internet, e-library and various digital media to both teachers and students. The content in the books respect the sentiments of all gender, race, religion or community. The Librarian uses innovative techniques to encourage students to read. Teachers’ and Students’ views and suggestions are taken to procure relevant and age appropriate books. Teachers’ and Students’ views and suggestions are taken to procure relevant and age appropriate books. 100% students in the school are issued library books. The Library is accessible to parents, alumni and community. Regular review of the needs of students and staff and appropriate action plan is evidenced.

2.1.3Laboratories are available to support learning activities.

2.1.3.1 - Level I - Inceptive

The school has Science, Mathematics and Computer laboratories as per norms. The Laboratories are equipped as per norms to meet the desired learning outcomes of students. The equipment, reagents and specimens etc. kept in laboratories are in accordance with the laws, rules and regulations applicable. All safety and security compliances are met with as per CBSE and NCPCR norms and guidelines. Laboratories and related emergency management facilities are available. School has a full time lab attendants. Inventories are maintained.

2.1.3.2 - Level II - Transient

All Laboratories are effectively utilised by students of different stages. Student outcomes are displayed in the labs. The Lab Attendant(s) maintain(s) records. Teachers and students of all the genders are adequately trained to demonstrate safe and careful use of equipment. Safety and Security norms are reviewed at regular intervals.

2.1.3.3 - Level III- Stable

Capacity building programmes for Lab Attendants and Teachers are organised to use laboratories and their resources as a teaching learning tool. The laboratories are equipped with a separate reference section. Laboratories are regularly updated to meet the developmental needs of learners of all the genders and all age groups The Laboratories are used as a resource for alternative modes of learning and teaching by the subject teachers. The Lab Attendant(s) follow(s) wellconstructed age appropriate strategies to meet teaching learning needs of students.

2.1.3.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Policy on Institutional Planning with regard to the effective usage of Laboratories is in place. The school has additional experiential lab(s) and mobile lab(s) for developing skills in all subjects as per the needs of the 21st century learner. The Laboratories are used as innovation centres to build 21st century skills in the learners. Resources are added based on lab attendant(s)’, teachers’ and students’ feedback. School collaborates with Parents, Alumni and Community Members to upgrade the Laboratories. Ongoing review of resources and subsequent action plan is evidenced.

2.1.4Computer and other ICT facilities are available to support different administrative and educational activities in the school.

2.1.4.1 - Level I - Inceptive

School has uninterrupted facility for electricity. It has internet facility along with modem and other allied technical instruments. School has functional ICT Lab(s) with availability of computers as per norms. There is an evidence of computer learning in the school time table of all stages. Available Computer and ICT facilities are used by teachers and students. Digital online content is available for students and staff. Administrative staff uses available ICT facilities to improve their functioning. The School Website displays all the mandatory information. Inventories are maintained.

2.1.4.2 - Level II - Transient

Computer and ICT facilities for academic and nonacademic activities are available and used by students. There is an evidence of computer aided learning. School provides training to teachers and staff in the use of ICT and other futuristic technologies like AR/VR, Smart Classrooms, etc. Students participate and compete in ICT related intra/inter school events. Atleast 30% students in the school use digital devices (tablet/PC provided by the school) and access online content and use it.

2.1.4.3 - Level III - Stable

The available Information, Media and Digital facilities for School Information Management are utilised in all the domains of school functioning. Facilities are regularly upgraded and effectively utilized by students, teachers and administrative staff. School provides ongoing training to teachers and staff in the use of ICT and its integration in relevant subjects. Integration of ICT (Digital and online tools) with the learning design of subjects and activities is evidenced. School conducts orientation programmes for students on futuristic technologies keeping in view the market trends. Student outcomes reflecting technology usage are evidenced. Students participate and compete in ICT related state/national level events. Atleast 50% students in the school use digital devices (tablet/PC provided by the school) and access online content and use it. Student Learning outcomes are evidenced in the usage of technology by students, staff and community.

2.1.4.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

There is a well-defined Policy on Institutional Planning with regard to Technology Integration and Digital literacy in school. There are more than adequate computers (1:2 students per computer / laptop/tablet) for a given class with high speed/strength internet facility. Information, Media and Digital Literacy are integrated with the learning design at all stages. Parents are oriented towards digitalization of school processes Parents, Alumni and the community collaborate with the school in improving the Information, Media and Digital facilities and their usage for enhanced learner outcomes. At least 80% students in the school use digital devices (tablet/PC provided by the school) and access online content and use it. Ongoing review of equipment and facilities is evidenced together with an action plan for improvement. Ongoing review of use of ICT facilities by teachers, students and administrative staff acts as an enabler to improve the system.

2.1.5The school has adequate number of activity rooms for art, sculpture, music, dance, theatre.

2.1.5.1 - Level I - Inceptive

School has either separate rooms for art and sculpture, music, dance, theatre activities or one multipurpose hall for these activities. All safety and security measures as per norms are in place. Inventories are maintained.

2.1.5.2 - Level II - Transient

School has separate rooms for art and sculpture, music, dance, theatre activities along with a multi-purpose space which is utilized for different activities. Equipment for all the activities is utilized and maintained. All safety and security measures are regularly reviewed.

2.1.5.3 - Level III - Stable

Capacity building programmes are organised for teachers on setting up aesthetic activity rooms and integration of these art forms in teaching learning practices. Open spaces are well utilized to develop a culture of art and aesthetics. Activity rooms are well designed and equipped to meet the diverse interests and needs of students. Age appropriate equipment is available in the activity rooms. School has a Heritage Club that focuses on promotion of local art and culture. Age appropriate equipment is available in the activity rooms. Student outcomes are visible throughout the school.

2.1.5.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Policy on Institutional Planning with regard to development of Aesthetics, Art and Culture in students is well in place. School collaborates with parents,alumni, community and local artists to provide meaningful experiences in the field of arts and aesthetics to the students. School has an Innovation Centre that focuses on entrepreneurial projects that promote local art and culture. The needs of the teachers and students are regularly analysed, gaps identified and improvement plans made accordingly to strengthen the system. Feedback and feedforward is taken from the stakeholders to strengthen the system.

2.2 Principal’s Office, Staff Room and Administration Offices

2.2.1The school has sufficient space for Principal, Staff and Administration as per requirements.

2.2.1.1 - Level I - Inceptive

The school has a designated space for Principal, Teachers and Administrative Staff. Inventories are maintained.

2.2.1.2 - Level II - Transient

The school has a well-equipped office for the Principal. The Principal's Office has aseparate seating space for interaction with students, parents and teachers. There is a well-equipped office for administrative staff. There is a well-equipped staff room for all the teachers.

2.2.1.3 - Level III - Stable

The Principal has an open door policy. The Principal and staff (teachingand non-teaching) are trained on relationship management. The administrative office is well equipped to accommodate the needs of stakeholders. There is a well-equipped staff room at every floor/level. The school office is equipped with relevant ICT facilities for Principal, teaching staff and Administrative Staff as well as for non-teaching staff.

2.2.1.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Policy on Institutional Planning with regard to provision of facilities for school staff and principal is in place. The school has aesthetically and functionally designed offices. Equipment is regularly updated and well maintained. The Principal engages in innovative practices to make the official work spaces more accessible and welcoming. Review of infrastructure and aesthetics as per school policy is evidenced at regular intervals. Feedback and Feedforward taken from students and staff to improve the system and action plans made accordingly.

2.3 Infirmary (Medical room) and Health Management facilities.

2.3.1The school has effective preventive health care and health management facilities.

2.3.1.1 - Level I - Inceptive

School has an infirmary/sick room. The infirmary has a first aid kit with necessary medicines and other supplies for emergency which are within the expiry period. Nurse is available to attend to the needs of the students. School has a full time counsellor to attend to the mental health and well-being issues. School has a anti bullying committee. Annual health check-ups are conducted. Health Cards of all students are maintained with special focus on immunization. Emergency protocols are in place. Emergency medical care numbers are displayed at prominent places in the school. The school has tied up with a local nearest hospital to meet emergency needs. The school adheres to statutory compliances. Inventories are maintained.

2.3.1.2 - Level II - Transient

School has full time nurse to attend to the needs of the students and records are maintained. The school medical room is equipped to handle medical emergencies. All teachers are trained in first aid. Preventive Health Check-ups of students are conducted. School creates awareness among students about Mental Health Issues. Students are aware of Manodarpan and avail support with regard to their Mental Health and well-being. School empowers students by educating them regarding bullying.

2.3.1.3 - Level III - Stable

Capacity building of teachers on ensuring physical, socio emotional well-being of self and of students. Teachers are trained in identifying early signs of mental health issues among students. Reports of regular Preventive Health Check-ups are shared with the parents. Relevant medical records of all students are updated with parental support. Mechanism is in place for early identification of behavioural patterns in students. School has a Health and Wellness Club which is the focal point of school health promotion. Activities for parents, students and teachers that focus on preventive health care management are integrated in the time table, school calendar and school curriculum. Collaborations with parents and the community are evidenced.

2.3.1.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Health and Wellness Policy for a Health Promoting School is in place and implemented. School has a full-time doctor. Equal comfort level in terms of medical facilities is offered to all the genders. Effective communication system is in place for preventive health care and Health Management. School has a Mental Health Advisory Panel comprising of Principal, Teachers, Parents, Students, Alumni and Community Members. School plans and enforces an age and gender appropriate Annual School Mental Health Programme. The School Health Management facilities are monitored, reviewed at regular intervals and improvement plans made accordingly.

2.4 Water, Sanitation Facilities and Waste Management

2.4.1 The school provides safe drinking water; adequate sanitation facilities and follows effective waste management practices.

2.4.1.1 - Level I - Inceptive

The school has adequate and separate functional and clean toilets for girls, boys and third gender as per norms. There is a provision for disposal of menstrual waste in girls toilet. Toilet(s) for divyang with necessary provisions is/are available. Hand washing facility with soap dispensers is available and easily accessible for all age groups. There is facility for safe drinking water with adequate (as defined in CBSE affiliation Bye Laws) number of water taps for all the students, located at a convenient point within the building. Water filter/purifier is available in the school. Water quality is tested periodically. There is proper disposal of waste and garbage. There is proper disposal of waste and garbage. All disinfectants and cleaning materials are kept away from the reach of the children. All safety and security measures as per norms are in place. Inventories are maintained.

2.4.1.2 - Level II - Transient

There is provision of proper lighting, exhaust fans and dust bins in the toilets Sufficient water is available at all times for different purposes in the school Dust bins are available in all the corridors and classrooms in the school. There is regular supply of cleaning materials, soap, disinfectants, brooms, brushes, buckets etc. There are working locks on the toilet doors. Doors have child-friendly latch. School promotes use of organic sanitary pads among girl students. School has provision of Organic Sanitary Pad vending machines in girls’ toilets and eco-friendly incinerators for disposing menstrual waste. There is provision of separate and clean toilets for male and female staff. All water, sanitation and hand washing areas are kept clean and in hygienic conditions are maintained. The sanitary equipment is regularly monitored and repaired/replaced. School has a drainage system and protocols for disposal of waste and garbage. All safety and security measures are regularly reviewed and action plans made to improve the system.

2.4.1.3 - Level III - Stable

Capacity building of teachers, admin and housekeeping staff and students on personal and environmental hygiene and waste management. Regular/daily inspection of water and sanitation facilities by a committee /person appointed for the task. Visuals depicting key hygiene messages and use of water conserving techniques are available in all the toilets,hand washing and water drinking stations/areas. Teachers integrate age appropriate personal and environmental hygiene and waste management practices into their curriculum. Teachers take up projects that focus on personal and environmental hygiene and waste management practices. Community projects are initiated on waste management practices. Students participate and compete in events on ecofriendly practices.

2.4.1.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Policy on Health and Wellness that includes Sanitation, Personal and Environmental Hygiene and Waste Management Practices is in place. Institutional planning ensures that plumbing and drainage system and disposal of waste facilities are sustainable and scalable. The waste generated is disposed off /recycled safely without any kind of contamination to any natural resources or endangering the health of its stakeholders and without compromising on the aesthetics in and around the school. The school provides a platform for students to collaborate with parents, alumni and community to build a safe and clean environment. Students are empowered to execute innovative designs on waste management and maintenance of personal and environmental hygiene. The school caters to a clean environment by enforcing stringent monitoring and review practices. Gaps are identified and action plans made accordingly.

2.5 Furniture

2.5.1The school has adequate, safe, comfortable, age appropriate and aesthetically designed furniture.

2.5.1.1 - Level I - Inceptive

Age appropriate furniture in classrooms commensurates with the strength of students and staff. All safety and security measures are in place Inventories are maintained.

2.5.1.2 - Level II - Transient

Different seating arrangements are demonstrated by the teachers in correlation to their pedagogical strategies. Students engage in multiple activities while working in groups. All safety and security measures are reviewed at regular intervals.

2.5.1.3 - Level III - Stable

The school organises capacity building programmes on classroom management for teachers. Age appropriate aesthetically designed furniture is available in the school. Appropriate furniture is available for differently abled students.

2.5.1.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Policy on Institutional Planning with regard to the provision of Furniture is in place. Feedback and feedforward is takenfrom teachers and students on the functionality and adequacy of the furniture. The furniture requirements are periodically reviewed and additions made as per needs. All safety and security measures are regularly reviewed; gaps identified and improvement plans made accordingly.

2.6 Lighting and Ventilation

2.6.1The school building is designed for natural lighting and ventilation in keeping with the best international norms.

2.6.1.1 - Level I - Inceptive

Classrooms have working artificial light system. All the light points are working The entire school building is well lit as per norms. School practices energy saving measures.

2.6.1.2 - Level II - Transient

There are windows in classroom for natural lighting and cross ventilation. The window panes are clean. The windows facilitate entry of daylight and provide a view.

2.6.1.3 - Level III - Stable

Natural lighting and cross ventilation is a part of building design. The classrooms are painted in white or light non-glossy paint to improve the light quality in the rooms. The text on the Boards are clearly visible to all the students in the classroom.

2.6.1.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Policy with regard to eco-friendly practices and health and wellness is in place. The indoor visual environment includes elements linked to task performance, visual comfort, health, safety and well-being of students. The design principles include clean room design, operation and maintenance, daylighting, diffused reflected light, discomfort glare, energy performance, illuminance, life of lamps. Entire school building is ventilated with temperatures conducive for learning and working as per norms. Energy saving measures and the cleanroom design are monitored at regular intervals. Gaps are identified and improvement plans made accordingly.

2.7 Eco-friendly Orientation and integration of Organic Living in Curriculum

2.7.1 The school follows eco-friendly/green practices to promote and inculcate organic lifestyle among students.

2.7.1.1 - Level I - Inceptive

The school premises are neat and clean. The school uses energy saving and energy efficient electrical equipment. School has compost pits for the recycling of school organic waste. Rain water harvesting system is in place in the school. School has solar panels installed in the campus. School has green plants placed/grown in its premises. School Waste is segregated before disposal. E-waste is disposed of in an appropriate manner. School has an eco-club. Recycling bins are placed across the school premises.

2.7.1.2 - Level II - Transient

The school premises are aesthetically maintained with lawns and green plants. Students follow eco-friendly practices like use of recycled/ eco-friendly material for different projects and school events; "lights-off" hour once per week; water conservation practices; use of plastic free lunch boxes and resuable water bottles; energy, water and waste audits etc. School has a kitchen/nutritional garden maintained by students. Students participate in maintaining and sustaining neat, clean and green school surroundings. Students carry out study of traditional practices related to protection of environment. Students participate in environment related events at intra/inter school level.

2.7.1.3 - Level III - Stable

Teachers are trained to integrate Learning about the environment; Learning through the environment; and Learning for the environment in their lesson plans. School conducts age appropriate activities like nukkad nataks, hackathons, workshops,showcasing of films, documentaries, expert talks, etc. for all levels of classes (primary to secondary) to create awareness on environmental issues and organic lifestyle among the students and community members. Community members and alumni participate in and contribute to eco-friendly activities organised by the school. The institutional planning of the school reflects the use of ecofriendly materials in all the operational domains of the school – academic, non-academic andadministrative. Students participate in environment related events at district/state level.

2.7.1.4 - Level IV – Dynamic Evolving

The School Policy on Sustainable Eco-friendly/ Green Practices leading towards organic lifestyle is in place. The curricular transactions expose students to the real-life world, natural and social; enable them to analyse, evaluate, and draw inferences about environmental problems and concerns; add to their understanding of environmental issues; promote sustainable environmental actions in order to facilitate the move towards organic living. Teachers build on the knowledge, skills and attitudes of the students towards environmental awareness and organic living through interdisciplinary approaches. Students participate in identifying age appropriate environmental issues/ problems and find effective and innovative solutions that are executed in the school, community and at home. Students participate in environment related events at national/international level. The eco-friendly practices adopted by the school are an example for the wider community. The Eco-friendly practices are monitored and reviewed at regular intervals. School assesses impact of eco-friendly practices on students periodically and make changes in the policy and curricular programme accordingly.

2.8 Safety Provisions

2.8.1 The School ensures Whole School Safety and Security Approach for all as per statutory norms

2.8.1.1 - Level I - Inceptive

The school complies to NDMA guidelines in the area of physical infrastructure and disaster-related issues; safety and security guidelines given by NCPCR; safety and security guidelines given by CBSE. The school provides clean and hygienic surroundings and potable water to the students. Emergency Protocols are in place. Orientation programmes are conducted for all staff members on the statutory requirements (acts, policies, procedures, etc.)

2.8.1.2 - Level II - Transient

The school has an all-hazards Safety Plan that takes into account all potential threats and hazards. Roles and Responsibilities are defined for all staff members to ensure safety and security for all students at all times. NDMA/NCPCR/CBSE guidelines are monitored by designated school teams for ensuring effective implementation. Collaborative partnership between students, teachers and parents is evidenced in the designing of effective monitoring practices to ensure the safety and security for all.

2.8.1.3 - Level III - Stable

All the school SOPs related to NDMA/NCPCR/CBSE reflect preventive and corrective safety and security protocols in all domains of school functioning. The school empowers all the stakeholders, including the alumni and the community in co-creating a safe and secure school environment for the holistic development of students. The SOPs in every domain of school functioning are monitored from the perspective of safety and security at regular intervals by the designated teams of empowered stakeholders. The school has a mechanism to assess the satisfaction of stakeholders with respect to the safety and security approach followed in the school.

2.8.1.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Safety and Security Policy to ensure Safety and Security of all is in place. The defined roles and responsibilities ensure that the process owners take appropriate action, not only preventive but also compassionate and developmental, so that risk of any kind of incident which harms students or staff will be eliminated. The Whole School Approach on Safety and Security is evidenced by the contribution of all stakeholders in all domains of school functioning to ensure that the students learn and grow in a joyful and safe environment. The accountability for keeping children safe and secure in schools (including while children are transported to and fro, to attend school or go back to their homes in a school transport) is on School Management, Principal and Staff. School follows ‘Zero Tolerance Policy’ against any negligence on the part of any individual or school member or management when it comes to the safety and security of children in school. The safety and security measures are reviewed/monitored at regular intervals; feedback and feedforward taken from stakeholders; gaps identified and action plans made accordingly.

2.9 Playground and Sports Facilities

2.9.1Indoor and outdoor sport facilities are available and support divyang.

2.9.1.1 - Level I - Inceptive

School has a playground meeting minimum statutory requirements. School has indoor and outdoor sports material/equipment as per norms. Sports facilities and equipment are maintained and the staff ensures safety and security of students at all times. Intra level sports events are organised in the school. Records and inventories are maintained.

2.9.1.2 - Level II - Transient

School has a designated area within the school premises for indoor games/sports. Sports and games equipment catering to the needs of all students is maintained and made available as and when required. Students participate in inter school sports events. PE Teachers are trained in conducting indoor and outdoor physical activities for ensuring the fitness of all students including divyang.

2.9.1.3 - Level III - Stable

School facilities are used for multiple sports and other activities including yoga. School has a provision of equal indoor and outdoor sports and games facilities and equipment to all students regardless of gender and abilities. School has dedicated area for the storage of age and game appropriate indoor and outdoor sports equipment. Facility of changing rooms and easy access to wash rooms and potable drinking water is available to the students. School playground is used to host interschool sports events. School playground is being used as a teaching tool by the teachers. School playground has the facility of safe shades and rest areas.

2.9.1.4 - Level IV – Dynamic Evolving

The School Policy on Institutional Planning with reference to indoor and outdoor sports facilities is in place. Indoor and outdoor game areas are creatively and aesthetically designed using different safe and age appropriate surfacing materials, colours and patterns and regularly maintained. Indoor and outdoor sports facilities are accessible to students, staff, parents, alumni and community. There is provision of multi courts and diverse sports and games facilities in the school. School indoor and outdoor sports facilities are used to host national/international sports events. Facility for coaching or special training in specific game(s) is available for students. The school has a plan of action which includes evaluating, assessing, and changing routines and equipment to meet accessibility and inclusive standards. The physical accessibility of the playground is also regularly assessed to ensure all equipment can be used by all students including divyang. Improvement plans are made to strengthen the system.

2.10 Hostels

2.10.1School has sufficient rooms/dormitories, recreational spaces, washrooms, drinking areas, residence for warden and pastoral care staff, visitors’ room, laundry room, storage room for food items (perishable and non-perishable ) and additional bedding, and common room.

2.10.1.1 - Level I - Inceptive

Guidelines for infrastructural facilities, maintenance and governance for boarding are available. Number of Toilets bathing rooms, wash basins, urinal pots exist in proportion to the number of students in the dorms-1:10. There is a separate wing for boys and girls. Dormitories are available for boarders. Dorm Guardian’s Room is inside the hostel. Potable water is available. Washrooms are available as per norms. Kitchen and dining area is available. Running water supply is available throughout the year. Furniture in the dormitories is as per norms. There is a provision for telephonic lines for communication to and from parents. Running water supply is available throughout the year. Furniture in the dormitories is as per norms. There is a provision for telephonic lines for communication to and from parents. The school complies with all statutory safety and security norms. Records and inventories are maintained.

2.10.1.2 - Level II - Transient

Guidelines for maintenance and governance of Hostel infrastructure with laid out roles and responsibilities are in place. Number of Toilets, bathing rooms, wash basins, urinal pots exist in proportion to the number of students in the in the dorms 1:8. There is provision for Visitors’ room and common room for guests and boarders. Water and other facilities like soap etc. is available in the washrooms at all times. There is provision for back up facility for electricity. The infrastructural requirements are assessed at regular intervals and met accordingly. Hot water supply is provided in winters. Potable water is available together with water coolers.

2.10.1.3 - Level III - Stable

Sufficient number (1:6) of toilets, bathing rooms, wash basins, urinal pots as per the standard norms. Dormitories/twin share/three share options are available. There is provision in the infrastructure for individual and common recreational spaces. Kitchen and dining area are separate and equipped with necessary infrastructural requirements. Provision for temperaturecontrolled storage of food items and storage of additional bedding is available. There is a provision for central heating and plumbing for hot water supply in winters. Visitor’s room, laundry, tuck shop, and other daily need facilities are available. Dorm Guardian’s office and residence is within the hostel. Boarding has a recreational/common room with a library, TV corner and games. Waste Management System(s) is/are available.

2.10.1.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Policy on Institutional Planning with SOPs for Hostel Infrastructure is in place. Dormitories/Twin share/three share are spacious with ventilation and natural light. There is a resource room with internet facility for academic use. Sufficient number (1:4) of toilets, bathing rooms, wash basins, urinal pots as per the standard norms. There is a separate area for drying personal laundry. All facilities are in working condition. Boarders have an easy and supervised access to school’s playground, library and other resources after school hours. There is a provision for residential accommodation for Pastoral care staff within the hostel. A periodical review of the infrastructural needs is undertaken by the school; gaps identified and improvement plans made to strengthen the system.

2.10.2School has a separate clean and hygienic Kitchen and Dining Area.

2.10.2.1 - Level I - Inceptive

Guidelines for environmental hygiene with reference to dining area are in place. Separate Hand wash facility for the serving staff and students is available. Drinking water facility areas are clean. Serving trays and cutlery is available. The dining area is neat and clean. Food items are brought from an authorized agency (as per FSSAI). Safety checks for ensuring quality of food served to students exist. All safety and security measures are in place as per norms. Records and inventories are maintained.

2.10.2.2 - Level II - Transient

Guidelines for environmental hygiene with reference to kitchen and dining area are in place. There is a separate area for preparing and serving food. Cooking vessels, serving trays, cutlery etc. are available as per norms. There is a separate washing and cleaning area for food items and utensils. Kitchen and dining area is well ventilated and illuminated. Staff for cooking, cleaning and serving is available. Nourishing and wholesome food is prepared in the cooking area. Staff and students form teams on rotation, to serve others. Students and staff are encouraged not to waste food. Students and staff take the responsibility to keep their used cutlery/utensils in designated spots. Annual health checks up of the kitchen and serving staff are undertaken to ensure their fitness for the job. The Kitchen and serving staff maintain high degree of personal hygiene and cleanliness. Quality checks are organized by the school to ensure clean and hygienic surroundings, preparation of nutritious food and disposal of waste. Kitchen has adequate temperature - controlled storage facility for provisions (groceries, vegetables, fruits and dairy products). Procurement, storing, cooking and handling of food is safe, healthy and hygienic as per FSSAI norms. All the safety measures as per the standard norms are periodically checked. (pest control, separate gas cylinder storage area, fire alarm, fire extinguishers and quality check of food and water)

2.10.2.3 - Level III - Stable

The roles and responsibilities with respect to maintaining hygienic kitchen and dining area are in place. Training for personal and environmental hygiene and selfgrooming is provided to the cooking, serving and cleaning staff. Kitchen and dining areas are equipped with appliances and furniture as per requirement. There is adequate space and furniture for cooking and dining. Menu is displayed in the dining area. Kitchen has adequate and appropriate storage facility for different products (groceries, vegetables, fruits and dairy products). Availability of fresh, clean water for cooking. Drinking water and water for hand wash available both in kitchen and in dining area. Separate hand wash area is available in dining room. Dining area promotes interaction between peers and students. Waste management practices are in place. Biannual health checks up of the kitchen and serving staff are undertaken to ensure their fitness for the job. Feedback is taken from staff and students to improve quality of food. Infrastructure for implementing waste management practices is in place.

2.10.2.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The school policy on Institutional Planning with regard to kitchen and dining area infrastructure/human resource & quality control is in place. Quarterly health checkups of cooking, serving and cleaning staff working in kitchen and dining area is conducted. The cooking, serving and cleaning staff is trained on waste management practices. Nutritious and balanced menus are planned in collaboration with staff and students. Monitoring and reviewing practices are in place. Feedback and Feedforward practices are in place. Staff and students integrate values of humility, care, compassion, sensitivity, systems thinking into designing strategies (eg. SEWA, Design Thinking etc.) for bringing about improvement in the kitchen and dining area.

2.10.3The school fosters a culture of cleanliness and hygiene

2.10.3.1 - Level I - Inceptive

Guidelines for maintenance of cleanliness and hygiene in hostels are available. There is a schedule for cleaning of the Hostels - dormitories, recreational spaces, visitors’ room, corridors, toilets, bathing rooms, kitchen and dining areas. Surprise checks are organized. All safety and security measures are in place as per norms. Records and inventories are maintained.

2.10.3.2 - Level II - Transient

Guidelines for maintenance of cleanliness and hygiene in hostels along with clearly defined roles and responsibilities are available. The housekeeping maintenance schedule (daily/ weekly/ monthly) for monitoring cleanliness of dormitories, recreational spaces, visitors’ room, offices, drinking water areas, wash basins, urinals, sanitary fittings, tiles, floors, walls, corners, dustbins, doors, windows, ventilators, plumbing pipes, laundry areas, kitchen and dining areas, storage facilities-food and clothing etc. is followed. Students are empowered and made responsible for the upkeep of their own rooms. All safety and security measures are regularly monitored.

2.10.3.3 - Level III – Stable

The Housekeeping staff is trained and follow all safety and security measures. The staff and students undergo orientation and sensitization programmes on importance of eco-sanitation. The maintenance schedule is adhered to, and monitored and reviewed by a safety and security committee on a regular basis. Cleanliness and maintenance schedules are displayed prominently in the designated areas Eco friendly practices are followed for management of all kinds of waste generated in the hostel(s).

2.10.3.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Policy on Institutional Planning with regard to maintenance of Hostels is in place. The staff, including housekeeping staff and students collaborate to introduce strategies and activities that involve all stakeholders in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the hostel. Recognition and appreciation is provided to students for exhibiting good hygiene practices. Feedback and Feedforward practices are in place. The monitoring and reviewing mechanism allows for the evaluation of cleanliness and hygiene practices in the hostel at regular intervals. Improvement plans are made in collaboration with staff and students and standard operating procedures followed to ensure compliance.

2.10.4School provides for safety and security of students.

2.10.4.1 - Level I – Inceptive

Guidelines for providing safety and security to students are available. The hostel campus is enclosed and secured with permanent boundary walls. 24X7 security guards are available at entry and exit gates and records maintained. Entry to the hostels restricted to authorized personnel only. Fire Extinguishers and First Aid kits are centrally located in the hostel and regularly checked for expiry and functioning. Electric wires and cables are insulated with proper earthing and are beyond the reach of the students. The hostel has the provision of infirmary with full time doctor and nurse. School has tie up with a nearby Hospital for emergencies. Emergency medical care numbers are displayed in the hostel. Visitors have the access to the area designated by the school by using a visitors’ pass. Evacuation plan is displayed in the hostel building. POCSO training and CPC committees as per statutory norms. The school adheres to all statutory compliances Records and inventories are maintained.

2.10.4.2 - Level II - Transient

Guidelines for providing safety and security to students along with defined roles and responsibilities are available. Routine health check-ups of students are conducted and health cards are maintained. Availability of an ambulance on campus. Fire Extinguishers and First Aid kits are available at appropriate places and staff and students are trained to use them. Evacuation plan for each room and the building displayed in all the rooms and corridors and regularly practiced. School provides age appropriate and safe furniture in the hostel. Police verification is done before hiring of teaching, non-teaching contractual, voluntary and other staff. Isolated areas of the school hostel are well lit and under frequent invigilation. Safety and security measures are regularly reviewed.

2.10.4.3 - Level III - Stable

All staff and students are trained to deal with common medical emergencies. Individual health files are maintained with details of congenital issues, disability if any, allergies, etc. The school has installed cameras at all gates, corridors and common rooms in the hostel. Registered parents/ guardians (with the Id card issued by the school) can only visit the students. There is regular monitoring of health status of students. There is a mechanism to redress issues of bullying, harassment and abuse. School has viable communication system in place (eg. phone, fire alarm, etc.) Monitoring of building entrances, hallways, classrooms and hostel before, during and after school hours.

22.10.4.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Safety and Security Policy with Emergency Protocols is in place. Students are empowered to take care of their own physical safety and also of others. There is a roster to monitor safety and security of students on an everyday basis in the hostel campus. Feedback and Feedforward is taken from students and teachers at regular intervals to bridge the gaps. The dorm warden uses systems thinking approach incollaboration with students, staff, parents and alumni to improve and strengthen the safety and security system in the hostel.

2.10.5 Students’ physical, mental, socio-emotional and intellectual well-being is taken care of by intensive pastoral care programmes.

2.10.5.1 - Level I - Inceptive

Guidelines for the upkeep of the students’ health and wellbeing are available. Teacher cum dorm guardian in ratio (1:60). Defined routine schedules are followed by students and monitored by dorm teacher. Schedules for physical activities before and after classes are monitored. Academic routine is conducted as per schedule. In case of behavioural or academic issue, student is referred to the school counsellor. Full time doctor and nurse are available. Records and inventories are maintained.

2.10.5.2 - Level II - Transient

School conducts orientation programme for teachers for understanding wellbeing of students. Sessions on life skills, values, health and well-being are organized for and by the students. Teacher cum dorm guardian in ratio (1:50). Regular preparatory classes are organized by campus teachers to build the academic competencies and life skills in the resident students. Physical and cultural activities are conducted for the resident students. Buddy system is evidenced. Anti-bullying practices are in place. Career counselling is available to senior students. Suggestion boxes are placed at prominent places for staff and students to give their suggestions to improve hostel life.

2.10.5.3 - Level III - Stable

Full time dorm guardian/warden in ratio (1:45). Dorm Guardian/Hostel Warden and hostel staff are trained to foster collaboration, care, support, safety, positivity, self-dependence (routine) and self-care among students and enable students to appreciate diversity. Physical and cultural activities/ Intra Hostel Competition / Yearly Calendar in place for the overall holistic development of the resident students. Boarders are assigned Mentors (teachers on campus) to help them in their academic and personal life School counselor plans preventive sessions to identify any symptoms of mental/emotional health issues and counsels students in times of need. Age appropriate circle time is organized to identify and solve problems. School provides a regular connect of the resident students with their respective parents.

2.10.5.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

The School Health and Wellness policy is in place. Full time dorm guardian/warden in ratio (1:30). Full time doctor and nurse organize health checkups at regular intervals and collaborate with students and staff to introduce new activities and strategies that focus on healthy lifestyle and physical well-being. Career counselling and Coaching facility by the school staff or Online faculty for preparing for competitive examinations in different fields is available. Students are assigned designated leadership roles who work in collaboration with Dorm guardians/wardens and other students. Feedback and feedforward mechanisms are in place. The whole pastoral care programme is regularly monitored and reviewed; gaps identified and improvement plans made accordingly.

2.11 School Canteen (For Day Schools)

2.11.1 The school has a well-managed, clean, hygienic and safe canteen.

2.11.1.1 - Level I - Inceptive

Guidelines/SOP for school canteen are available. The school canteen is managed by outside licensed/registered vendor/self-managed and provides precooked or packaged food bought from licensed vendor as per the written contract. All food handlers in the school canteen have a health certificate that they are free of contagious diseases. Menu and price list of different food items are displayed in the canteen. Disposable crockery is used to serve the food items in the canteen. Quality checks are done by designated school staff. School Canteen adheres to locally legislated rules on food safety. The school canteen complies with the FSS Act 2006 and the FSSAI food standards.

2.11.1.2 - Level II - Transient

The school has Canteen Committee irrespective of whether the canteen is selfmanaged by the school or by private operator/vendor. The School Canteen Committee comprising of teachers ensures an efficient service, compliance to the Canteen Guidelines and Food Safety Standards. The school canteen is well ventilated and illuminated; has sufficient seating space with adequate furniture and has hand washing facility. Poster depicting healthy and nutritious food guide is displayed in the canteen. Promotion of junk foods and soft drinks is prohibited in the school canteen and other school premises Awareness about healthy and nutritious food is created among students through different activities and events like nutrition week, healthy snacking day, healthy tiffin competitions, nutritious recipe competition. Waste segregation and disposal mechanism is in place Records and inventories are maintained.

2.11.1.3 - Level III - Stable

School organizes orientation programmes for the students and parents on consumption of healthy foods and beverages. School arranges and conducts training sessions for the canteen vendor/school canteen management staff on food safety management systems. School plans well balanced, tasty, wholesome and nutritious food to be served in the canteen in collaboration with students, teachers and parents. School conducts survey among students, staff and parents on the kind of food to be made available in the school canteen. School arranges for demonstration sessions by the experts from the community on the common and doable food tests to detect adulteration in food items. Eco friendly crockery is used to serve the food items in the canteen. The Canteen Committee comprising of Principal, teachers, parent representatives, student representatives supervises and monitors the operation of the school canteen.

2.11.1.4 - Level IV – Dynamic Evolving

The School Policy on Institutional Planning with reference to school canteen is in place. Regular training of canteen vendor/school canteen management staff is conducted on food safety management systems. The school canteen reflects the educational goals of the school and supports student learning and assisting them in making healthy and organic food choices. School is a health promoting school that supports healthy practices by integrating them in school curriculum. Parents, students, teachers work together in building a school culture where students engage in leading an organic life style. School canteen employs ecofriendly practices. Teachers use school canteen as a home economics laboratory. Students are involved in running the canteen as part of their entrepreneurial curriculum. Students create apps to measure nutritional value of food items served in the canteen and conduct poll surveys to invite feedback for further improvement. Feedback and Feedforward mechanisms are in place. The running of school canteen is monitored and reviewed regularly, gaps identified and improvement plans made to strengthen the system.

2.12 Transport and Escort Facility

2.12.1 School provides optional, safe and reliable transportation facility to accessible and remote areas.

2.12.1.1 - Level I - Inceptive

The school provides transport as per mandated norms. The school extends transport facility/ies to those areas which are within prescribed area norm. where setting up of a new school is not feasible where there is no State scheme for supporting transportability. School has well trained and reliable drivers, conductors and escorts who are appointed after due verification. Students in the school bus are accompanied by trained attendants/escorts to ensure their safety. All the school buses have GPS, CCTV and fitted with speed governors. Emergency numbers are displayed in the school buses. Safety audit of buses is conducted at regular intervals and records are maintained. The school adheres to all safety and security measures. Records and inventories are maintained.

2.12.1.2 - Level II - Transient

Guidelines for School Transportation along with roles and responsibilities are in place. There is code of conduct defined for all those who avail school transportation facility School conducts Awareness Program on Traffic Rules for students, teachers and other stakeholders. School staff including bus drivers, conductors and escorts are trained to understand and implement inclusive practices. Students below 12 years of age are not left unattended while dropping off at their designated bus stops. School has an effective communication system between the school bus driver, the school, teachers and the parents.

2.12.1.3 - Level III - Stable

Students are empowered to create safe spaces within the buses in collaboration with their teachers. School Transportation Committee comprising of Principal, Teachers, Student and Parent Representatives regularly monitors the adherence to the safety and security measures in the school buses. Parents and students are empowered to notify the school administration of any offence or negligence noticed in the bus.

2.12.1.4 - Level IV- Dynamic Evolving

School Policy on Institutional Planning with reference to Transportation is in place. Regular training of all categories of staff on safety and security measures to be adopted pre-during-post boarding/deboarding is conducted. School Transport Management system gives a platform to the parents to get instant alerts regarding the routes of the buses, bus trip status, schedule changes, and arrival/departure times. The parents participate in transport duties. Feedback and Feedforward practices are in place. The school transportation system is regularly monitored and reviewed, gaps identified and improvement plans made in collaboration with stakeholders to strengthen the system.

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