Whether you’ve been investigating your options for years or this is your first inquiry at our school, you likely have a lot of questions. We encourage you to explore this section for information about the VIS and the admission process. After you’ve had a look around, if you still have questions we’ll be happy to answer them.
Getting to Know Vandya
Students who succeed at Vandya possess intellectual curiosity and good interpersonal skills, are willing to take risks and show compassion for their classmates, take responsibility for their actions and involve themselves in various co-curricular programs.
Yes, the school is a co-educational set-up with equal opportunities for boys and girls.
A typical school day starts at 7:45 AM and ends at 3:45 PM.
Yes, we have a uniform set for the students, both for Summers and Winters.
The first and fourth Saturdays are off for the students.
Our diverse faculty comprises experienced teachers hailing from various parts of the country.
The school is a day-boarding campus as of now. However, the boarding facilities will be functional once the infrastructure is ready. As of now, the school shall function as a day boarding school only.
Vandya International School is a progressive school and has Standard Operating Procedures in place for any pandemic or any kind of emergency. The curriculum plan and the classrooms are completely equipped to switch to online teaching-learning at any given time. The teaching and the support staff are also trained in advanced usage of online tools to ensure a smooth learning experience for the learners.
Admissions at Vandya
The school opens up admissions every year in August and closes the same in November for the upcoming Admission Cycle.
Vandya International School operates under a strict age policy as per the NEP for each entry point. Given below is the complete Entry Age Matrix for easy reference:
| Grade | Entry Age |
|---|---|
| Nursery | 2.5-3.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| LKG | 3.5-4.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| UKG | 4.5-5.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade 1 | 5.5-6.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade II | 6.5-7.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade III | 7.5-8.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade IV | 8.5-9.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade V | 9.5-10.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade VI | 10.5-11.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade VII | 11.5-12.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
If you wish to apply for admission to the school, you may fill out the application form online from the school website or can visit the school to procure and submit the application form offline. Assistance shall be provided at every step.
Application forms can be accessed and submitted online as well as offline. The parents should have the following documents in hand as they prepare to fill in the application form:
- One passport size photograph of the applicant
- Copy of the birth certificate issued by the Registrar of Births and Deaths of the area where the applicant was born.
- Copy of previous year’s last marksheet, if applicable.
- Government approved photo and address ID of the parent
Applicants have to first go through an entrance test known as Aptitude Assessment. Those who get shortlisted go through a second round of the admission procedure that is a Personal Interaction. The details regarding the entrance test are uploaded on the school’s official website. In case of any change or update in the process, there will be a notification on the school website.
Kindly do not refer to any other source for the information.
For 2023-24, admissions are open from Nursery to Grade VII
No, applying after the deadline is not advisable. However, you may contact [email protected] in case of any queries.
Activities at Vandya
The timetable is structured in such a manner that every child gets some time during the day to hone their interests and participate in some or the other activity of their own choice.
The school offers a wide range of activities such as Performing Arts, Fine Arts, Sports, and Community Service that give students ample opportunities to collaborate and explore their diverse interests.
Every student has to participate in at least one Sport, one Performing Arts or Fine Arts and one Club according to the options offered to their respective grades. Every student is required to fill up an Activity Preference Form at the beginning of every school year.
The Vandyas have a number of opportunities to interact with students from other schools in and around Guwahati and across India. The school plans to hold Inter-school sports, dramatics and other events.
Fees at Vandya
The school offers a competitive fee structure according to which the parents have to submit a one-time admission fee at the time of admission. For more details, kindly refer to the school website at www.vandya.in.
The school offers a 10% sibling discount on the tuition fee of the second child. For more information kindly contact the Admissions Office.
With utmost regard for the armed forces of the country, Vandya International School has decided to offer a 10% discount on the Admission fee to the wards of all those serving in the country’s armed forces. The parent will be required to submit a letter from the concerned authority stating that the parent is currently serving in the Army/Navy/Air Force.
No, the Admission Fee is non-refundable.
The Curriculum at Vandya
The school plans to get affiliated to CBSE Board.
Our curriculum is structured to shape students into thoughtful, empathetic and responsible global leaders. It helps in bringing out the best in students with emphasis on creative thinking, problem solving and skill development rather than rote learning.
The school tracks student effort and performance through formative and summative assessments encompassing all parameters along with lesson-based and skill-based activities and learning opportunities. We also encourage and conduct other external National and International Assessments to provide a global exposure to our students.
The entire teaching staff has expertise and experience in the relevant discipline and fulfils the CBSE norms. They also undergo regular and rigorous capacity-building programs to stay updated and offer the best to the students.
As per the National Education Policy, the school offers a three-language program to students. English, Hindi, Assamese, Sanskrit, French and Spanish are some of the many languages that shall be offered at school.
VIS classrooms and learning spaces are well integrated with all the technology and applications to support the efficient transaction of the curriculum. The IT Department is well equipped to support and troubleshoot as per the learner’s requirements. Our investment in technology includes Integrated Flat Panels, Wireless Projection, Streaming Cameras, Multi-directional Microphones etc.
Student enrichment through the day boarding program (Alankaran) is an integral part of the students at the Vandya community. There is no provision for any student to opt out of the day boarding program.
Student Well Being at Vandya
Our Central Dining Hall (CDH) caters to students’ breakfast and lunch on a daily basis. A multi-cuisine menu is put up per term. The focus is to serve a healthy, nutritious and balanced diet to all our students.
The school’s sprawling Central Dining Hall serves balanced, nutritious vegetarian meals to the students. Though purely vegetarian, the menu has egg-related preparations during breakfast at separate counters for those who wish to include it. In doing so, proper caution is taken to not hurt any religious sentiments and practices. Special Dietary needs in case of any health issues must be declared in detail at the time of admission.
Yes, the school provides comfortable buses that are well equipped with GPS tracking, CCTV cameras, seat belts, speed governors and bus monitors. Our buses operate across multiple routes around the city.
Sports are an inseparable part of school life. The school offers various indoor sports such as Badminton, Basketball, Carrom, Chess, Squash, Table-Tennis, Shooting and outdoor sports such as Skating, Soccer, Athletics, Swimming, Tennis and so on along with the necessary infrastructure, equipment and expert guidance.
The school has a full-time doctor and experienced nursing staff to take care of the students’ health. We also have a tie-up with a multispecialty hospital in case of any medical emergency.
Emotional well-being is a priority because a healthy mind and a healthy body are imperative for growth. The school has a full-time behavioural counsellor on board for the students to benefit from the guidance and support during the times that might appear to be testing.
Yes, there is a dedicated Career Counsellor for mentoring students and helping them make informed decisions regarding their careers. The school plans for it to grow into a full-fledged department that can help each student make the right choices for themselves.
The safety and security of our students and staff is of paramount importance. All activities and trips are conducted under constant adult supervision. Parents can rest assured that security is an essential consideration for Vandya International School. The school has round-the-clock security and CCTV surveillance along with identity screening. However, one of the requirements of maintaining a good security program is to not discuss its details on a public website.
Yes, the school campus is Wi-Fi enabled and users are allowed to access the same as per their requirements.
The school is fully equipped to deal with any emergency situation. There are smoke detectors and fire alarms installed that cover every nook in the building. The school focuses upon the method of practising evacuation techniques and emergency response plans within a facility in the event of any emergency.
The possession and use of cell phones are strictly prohibited. If a student is found with a cell phone, necessary sanctions will be imposed as per the school’s rules and regulations.
Connect with us
The school organizes monthly Parent Teacher Meets. Additionally, we send out regular emails and updates to the parent body for them to stay updated about their children.
In case of any query, a parent can write to the class teacher concerned and mark a copy of the email to the respective school head. For any questions about the fee, kindly write to the Admissions Office at [email protected].
For academic queries, parents can write to the concerned class teacher. For other questions, they can write to the Admissions Office.
Parents can visit the school on weekdays between 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM. It is strongly recommended that parents fix an appointment in advance by writing to [email protected]
Getting to Know Vandya
Students who succeed at Vandya possess intellectual curiosity and good interpersonal skills, are willing to take risks and show compassion for their classmates, take responsibility for their actions and involve themselves in various co-curricular programs.
Yes, the school is a co-educational set-up with equal opportunities for boys and girls.
A typical school day starts at 7:45 AM and ends at 3:45 PM.
Yes, we have a uniform set for the students, both for Summers and Winters.
The first and fourth Saturdays are off for the students.
Our diverse faculty comprises experienced teachers hailing from various parts of the country.
The school is a day-boarding campus as of now. However, the boarding facilities will be functional once the infrastructure is ready. As of now, the school shall function as a day boarding school only.
Vandya International School is a progressive school and has Standard Operating Procedures in place for any pandemic or any kind of emergency. The curriculum plan and the classrooms are completely equipped to switch to online teaching-learning at any given time. The teaching and the support staff are also trained in advanced usage of online tools to ensure a smooth learning experience for the learners.
The Curriculum at Vandya
The school plans to get affiliated to CBSE Board.
Our curriculum is structured to shape students into thoughtful, empathetic and responsible global leaders. It helps in bringing out the best in students with emphasis on creative thinking, problem solving and skill development rather than rote learning.
The school tracks student effort and performance through formative and summative assessments encompassing all parameters along with lesson-based and skill-based activities and learning opportunities. We also encourage and conduct other external National and International Assessments to provide a global exposure to our students.
The entire teaching staff has expertise and experience in the relevant discipline and fulfils the CBSE norms. They also undergo regular and rigorous capacity-building programs to stay updated and offer the best to the students.
As per the National Education Policy, the school offers a three-language program to students. English, Hindi, Assamese, Sanskrit, French and Spanish are some of the many languages that shall be offered at school.
VIS classrooms and learning spaces are well integrated with all the technology and applications to support the efficient transaction of the curriculum. The IT Department is well equipped to support and troubleshoot as per the learner’s requirements. Our investment in technology includes Integrated Flat Panels, Wireless Projection, Streaming Cameras, Multi-directional Microphones etc.
Student enrichment through the day boarding program (Alankaran) is an integral part of the students at the Vandya community. There is no provision for any student to opt out of the day boarding program.
Admissions at Vandya
The school opens up admissions every year in August and closes the same in November for the upcoming Admission Cycle.
Vandya International School operates under a strict age policy as per the NEP for each entry point. Given below is the complete Entry Age Matrix for easy reference:
| Grade | Entry Age |
|---|---|
| Nursery | 2.5-3.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| LKG | 3.5-4.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| UKG | 4.5-5.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade 1 | 5.5-6.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade II | 6.5-7.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade III | 7.5-8.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade IV | 8.5-9.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade V | 9.5-10.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade VI | 10.5-11.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
| Grade VII | 11.5-12.5 years as on 1st October 2022 |
If you wish to apply for admission to the school, you may fill out the application form online from the school website or can visit the school to procure and submit the application form offline. Assistance shall be provided at every step.
Application forms can be accessed and submitted online as well as offline. The parents should have the following documents in hand as they prepare to fill in the application form:
- One passport size photograph of the applicant
- Copy of the birth certificate issued by the Registrar of Births and Deaths of the area where the applicant was born.
- Copy of previous year’s last marksheet, if applicable.
- Government approved photo and address ID of the parent
Applicants have to first go through an entrance test known as Aptitude Assessment. Those who get shortlisted go through a second round of the admission procedure that is a Personal Interaction. The details regarding the entrance test are uploaded on the school’s official website. In case of any change or update in the process, there will be a notification on the school website.
Kindly do not refer to any other source for the information.
For 2023-24, admissions are open from Nursery to Grade VII
No, applying after the deadline is not advisable. However, you may contact [email protected] in case of any queries.
Student Well Being at Vandya
Our Central Dining Hall (CDH) caters to students’ breakfast and lunch on a daily basis. A multi-cuisine menu is put up per term. The focus is to serve a healthy, nutritious and balanced diet to all our students.
The school’s sprawling Central Dining Hall serves balanced, nutritious vegetarian meals to the students. Though purely vegetarian, the menu has egg-related preparations during breakfast at separate counters for those who wish to include it. In doing so, proper caution is taken to not hurt any religious sentiments and practices. Special Dietary needs in case of any health issues must be declared in detail at the time of admission.
Yes, the school provides comfortable buses that are well equipped with GPS tracking, CCTV cameras, seat belts, speed governors and bus monitors. Our buses operate across multiple routes around the city.
Sports are an inseparable part of school life. The school offers various indoor sports such as Badminton, Basketball, Carrom, Chess, Squash, Table-Tennis, Shooting and outdoor sports such as Skating, Soccer, Athletics, Swimming, Tennis and so on along with the necessary infrastructure, equipment and expert guidance.
The school has a full-time doctor and experienced nursing staff to take care of the students’ health. We also have a tie-up with a multispecialty hospital in case of any medical emergency.
Emotional well-being is a priority because a healthy mind and a healthy body are imperative for growth. The school has a full-time behavioural counsellor on board for the students to benefit from the guidance and support during the times that might appear to be testing.
Yes, there is a dedicated Career Counsellor for mentoring students and helping them make informed decisions regarding their careers. The school plans for it to grow into a full-fledged department that can help each student make the right choices for themselves.
The safety and security of our students and staff is of paramount importance. All activities and trips are conducted under constant adult supervision. Parents can rest assured that security is an essential consideration for Vandya International School. The school has round-the-clock security and CCTV surveillance along with identity screening. However, one of the requirements of maintaining a good security program is to not discuss its details on a public website.
Yes, the school campus is Wi-Fi enabled and users are allowed to access the same as per their requirements.
The school is fully equipped to deal with any emergency situation. There are smoke detectors and fire alarms installed that cover every nook in the building. The school focuses upon the method of practising evacuation techniques and emergency response plans within a facility in the event of any emergency.
The possession and use of cell phones are strictly prohibited. If a student is found with a cell phone, necessary sanctions will be imposed as per the school’s rules and regulations.
Activities at Vandya
The timetable is structured in such a manner that every child gets some time during the day to hone their interests and participate in some or the other activity of their own choice.
The school offers a wide range of activities such as Performing Arts, Fine Arts, Sports, and Community Service that give students ample opportunities to collaborate and explore their diverse interests.
Every student has to participate in at least one Sport, one Performing Arts or Fine Arts and one Club according to the options offered to their respective grades. Every student is required to fill up an Activity Preference Form at the beginning of every school year.
The Vandyas have a number of opportunities to interact with students from other schools in and around Guwahati and across India. The school plans to hold Inter-school sports, dramatics and other events.
Connect with us
The school organizes monthly Parent Teacher Meets. Additionally, we send out regular emails and updates to the parent body for them to stay updated about their children.
In case of any query, a parent can write to the class teacher concerned and mark a copy of the email to the respective school head. For any questions about the fee, kindly write to the Admissions Office at [email protected].
For academic queries, parents can write to the concerned class teacher. For other questions, they can write to the Admissions Office.
Parents can visit the school on weekdays between 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM. It is strongly recommended that parents fix an appointment in advance by writing to [email protected]
Fees at Vandya
The school offers a competitive fee structure according to which the parents have to submit a one-time admission fee at the time of admission. For more details, kindly refer to the school website at www.vandya.in.
The school offers a 10% sibling discount on the tuition fee of the second child. For more information kindly contact the Admissions Office.
With utmost regard for the armed forces of the country, Vandya International School has decided to offer a 10% discount on the Admission fee to the wards of all those serving in the country’s armed forces. The parent will be required to submit a letter from the concerned authority stating that the parent is currently serving in the Army/Navy/Air Force.
No, the Admission Fee is non-refundable.