FAQs

What curriculum will the school follow?

At our school, education goes beyond the classroom. We believe that co-curricular activities play a vital role in the holistic development of students, complementing the academic curriculum and nurturing essential life skills.

We offer a wide range of co-curricular activities that encourage students to explore their interests, discover new talents, and build confidence. These activities are integrated into the school calendar and are conducted regularly to ensure balanced growth in intellectual, emotional, physical, and social domains.

Some of the key co-curricular offerings include:

• Visual and Performing Arts:
• Music (vocal and instrumental) our learners are trained by Furtados School of Music,
• Dance (classical and contemporary) a team of dedicated instructors from Soni’s School of Indian Performing Arts,
• Speech & Drama by the teachers from Raell Padamsee’s Ace Productions Pvt. Ltd., fine arts, and craft workshops that foster creativity and expression.

Sports and Physical Education: A dedicated team of teachers from Marcos Quay helps us in following structured sports program including athletics, team games (football, basketball, cricket), indoor games (chess, table tennis), yoga, and fitness training to promote discipline, teamwork, and physical well-being.

At our school, we understand that every learner comes with a unique background, pace, and learning need. To support students in transitioning smoothly across academic levels or curricula, we offer structured Bridge Programs.

We have professionally qualified teachers in our school. Their qualifications of teachers are as per the norms laid by CISCE and the Government of Maharashtra. Teachers here are graduate/ post – graduate with a degree in teaching programs like B.Ed / D.Ed. ECC.Ed is a must for a Pre-Primary teacher.

To continually enhance teaching quality and professional growth, our school conducts SEEP– Staff Enrichment and Empowerment Programme – for teachers periodically.

The SEEP program is a structured professional development initiative aimed at:

• Upgrading pedagogical skills and classroom strategies
• Encouraging reflective teaching practices
• Fostering collaboration and sharing of best practices
• Integrating technology and innovative methodologies in teaching
• Aligning with the curriculum goals and standards set by CISCE

Through regular workshops, peer learning sessions, expert talks, lesson observations, and feedback cycles, SEEP creates a dynamic learning environment for educators. It ensures that teachers remain informed, inspired, and equipped to meet the evolving needs of 21st-century learners.

By investing in teacher development through the SEEP program, we uphold our vision of delivering high-quality, student-centered education and nurturing a culture of continuous improvement across the school community.

🏃‍♂️ Facilities & Safety

• Our campus is equipped with 24×7 CCTV surveillance across the premises, ensuring constant monitoring.
• The entire school campus is fire compliant.
• Classrooms are air-conditioned with a Treated Fresh Air (TFA) system to maintain a healthy indoor environment.
• In our Pre-Primary section, we have added child-friendly vinyl flooring and installed finguards on doors to prevent any accidental injuries.

Yes! Our campus features expansive play areas and state-of-the-art sports facilities that inspire movement, discipline, and team spirit. Whether it’s structured PE classes, competitive sports, or joyful free play, students thrive in an environment designed for active, healthy growth — because we believe learning goes beyond the classroom.

Our school provides a dynamic and future-ready learning environment that supports academic excellence and holistic development. With a strong emphasis on technology integration and hands-on learning, we offer state-of-the-art facilities that enhance the teaching-learning experience.

• Tech-Enabled Classrooms: All classrooms are equipped with smart TVs that make learning engaging, visual, and student-centric. Our classrooms facilitate real-time access to digital content, enabling teachers to explain complex concepts with clarity and creativity.
• Well-Equipped Library: Our spacious, well-stocked library with about 2000 books is a hub of knowledge and exploration. It houses a wide range of books, reference materials, journals, newspapers, and digital resources. The library promotes reading habits, independent research, and information literacy among students.
• Integrated Science Lab: Our modern integrated science laboratory allows students to explore and experiment across Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. It provides hands-on experiences that reinforce theoretical knowledge through observation, analysis, and scientific inquiry.
• Social Science Lab: The dedicated Social Science Lab fosters experiential learning through models, maps, charts, and interactive activities. It helps students understand historical events, geographical phenomena, and civic concepts in a more tangible and engaging manner.

Through these well-planned facilities, our school aims to create a stimulating academic atmosphere where curiosity is encouraged, creativity is nurtured, and learning becomes an enriching journey.

💡 Enrichment & Activities

At our school, we believe that learning goes beyond books. We are committed to nurturing well-rounded individuals through a wide array of enrichment programs and learner-centric activities that complement the academic curriculum.

Activities that we offer are – Inter-house and Inter- school competitions, field trips, Circle time, Anveshan: Project- based learning, Vanmahotsav, Language Days Celebration.

Our approach emphasizes engaged learning, where students are encouraged to explore, question, collaborate, and create. To support this, we offer various opportunities that cater to different learning styles and interests:

• Enrichment Activities: These include subject-based clubs, Olympiads, storytelling sessions, hands-on science experiments, creative writing workshops, and math labs that deepen understanding and promote intellectual curiosity.
• Skill-Building Programs: Public speaking, leadership training, life skills sessions, coding and robotics, and art integration activities help students build confidence, creativity, and critical thinking skills.
• Interdisciplinary Projects: Project-based learning across subjects fosters research, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving, making learning more meaningful and application-oriented.
• Co-Curricular Engagements: Music, dance, drama, fine arts, sports, and yoga are an integral part of student life, encouraging self-expression, teamwork, and physical well-being.
• Value Education and Social Responsibility: Activities related to environmental awareness, community outreach, and citizenship help students develop empathy, responsibility, and moral values.
• Socially useful Productive Work & Community Service

Students of class 9 will be involved in making of articles of social use, practice of a skill, visit localities where certain crafts are practiced and note details of the processes or methods involved. Learners render services that will be beneficial to the community.

Our school believes in the holistic development of the learner and wants them to be progressive future leaders. Our school hosts/organises various inter-house and inter-school competitions. Thus providing a platform for beyond the classroom experience.

By offering such a rich blend of enrichment opportunities, we ensure that each learner’s potential is recognized, nurtured, and celebrated. Our goal is to shape confident, compassionate, and capable individuals ready to thrive in a changing world.

🍽 Meals & Health

We have a trained nurse in our school, and we have a tie-up with the Hithvardak hospital. Only first aid is provided in the school. In case of medical exigency, the hospital is contacted (after parental consent).

👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Involvement & Communication

Yes, Edusprint is the digital app that our parents and school use for communication.

We have a Parent-teacher Association (PTA) which is actively involved in planning the events in school.

Yes, KES International School (KESIS) is a government-registered preschool in Mumbai. We have met all the mandatory requirements set by the regulatory authorities, including:

• RO-purified drinking water, certified water tank cleaning, and valid water testing certification.
• A comprehensive fire safety system with ceiling sprinklers, smoke detectors, and a trained disaster management team
• Complete CCTV surveillance system.
• Safe school transport equipped with CCTV cameras, GPS tracking, and a female nanny.
• An all-female ancillary team in the preschool section to provide a matronly environment for our youngest learners

Our full compliance with these safety norms has earned us an official Preschool Registration Number: 272307003001, ensuring your child is in a safe, caring, and government-recognized environment.