Admissions Policy

VISION

Candor International School aspires to nurture young adults who will be catalysts for positive change both nationally and internationally; and who will ensure the protection of the environment, and the preservation of ethical and moral values in an age of constant social, political, economic, technological and environmental change. The vision will be articulated through the core values of:
● Love of Learning through lifelong enquiry
● Respect for diversity of people, faith, culture and ideas
● Concern for community at all levels
● Integrity of thought, speech and action
● Openness to adopting the best models
● Transparency of standards and practices

MISSION

Candor International School aims to nurture lifelong learners, who, through respect and intercultural understanding, technology, creativity, collaboration and an active engagement in community service, become citizens of the world to contribute, and make a difference, to their generation.

Philosophy

We are an inclusive school open to admitting students from all backgrounds. We believe in ensuring we can provide all students with the opportunity to be successful in the programmes we offer. When deciding if we will admit a student, we will carefully consider if the student has any special needs or conditions and whether the school has the necessary resources to support the student to achieve success.

The International Baccalaureate Mission Statement

The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
To this end, the organisation works with schools, governments and international organisations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.
These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.

Cambridge Assessment International Examination (CAIE) Mission

Our mission is to promote excellence in education. We do this by playing a leading role in developing and delivering educational assessment in over 160 countries around the world. We have a deep-seated belief in the value of education and we work with our stakeholders to ensure that all our assessments support high quality learning.
We are an integral part of education and training worldwide covering all aspects from teacher training, through vocational and general qualifications, to curriculum development.
We have a strong track record in advising governments and education bodies on education reform and engage regularly with policy makers on the education agenda, and how best to provide learners with the knowledge and skills that they need.

Curriculum Overview

Candor International School is an inclusive day-cum-residential school that believes in providing all students an equal opportunity.
Candor International School is authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate’s Primary Years Programme (PYP) for PreK K1 to Grade 5 and the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11-12. It is accredited by Cambridge Assessment International Education-CAIE’s International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) for Grades 6-10 and AS and A levels.
Admission is open from Pre K to 12 students of the local and international community regardless of race, gender, religion, or country of origin. Candor follows a transparent admission process the details of which can be found in the subsequent parts of this policy.

Academic Year

The Candor International School academic year consists of two semesters. Semester 1, from August to December, and Semester 2, from January to June.
The school invites applications for admission into the following classes and placement is based on the child’s age as on June 1 (i.e. two months prior to the start of the next academic year in August). The school will strictly follow the government requirements on this with no exceptions.

Application Form

The admission application form can be completed online. The link to the admissions form is also located on the school website.

Admissions Process

The admissions process is overseen by The Head of School. The following people will be involved in admissions for each student as determined by the Head of School.
● Heads of Divisions
● Admissions Officer
● Programme Coordinators
● Head of Additional Learning Support (ALS)
● Heads of the Department.
Whole School Workflow
1. Admission Enquiry: Parents fill out the preliminary enquiry form from the school website.
2. Application form submitted
3. Candor online admissions testing
4. Interaction between student, parent/s, Coordinator/Head of Division and/or Head of School (we need the most recent school reports for reference at this stage)
5. Immediate recommendation from Coordinator/Head of Division
6. Immediate approval/rejection from Head of School
7. If approved. Confirmation Letter to parent with links to payment of a one-time admission fee. This admission will be provisional until all required documents are received.
8. Invoice sent
9. Students admitted to Grade 11 must provide their Grade 10 board examination results/marksheet as soon as received. In the meantime, parents are asked to submit the most recent Grade 10 report.
Note: Parents and students will be taken on a tour of the campus at the first available opportunity. In case the parents are not able to visit the school, they can take a virtual tour of the campus.
Required Documents
The following documents are required to be submitted prior a decision on admission can be made:
1. Student’s Birth Certificate
2. Last 2 years of Progress Report of previous school
3. Transfer Certificate
4. Identification Proof (Aadhar Card/Passport)
5. Parent’s Identification Proof (Aadhar Card/Passport)
6. Special Medical Needs Reports including those associated with mental illness (If Any)
* If the student has diagnosed special learning needs they must provide the Educational Psychologist Report and any other supporting document such as Individual Education Plans.
Additional Documents for International Students
1. A copy of a valid passport
2. A student visa – regular or provisional. The school will provide the necessary documents to
support a student visa once the registration is complete. The student must be registered with the FRRO within 15 days of their arrival in India, as per government regulations.
3. Proof of availability of sufficient funds for the duration of studies in India for self-financing international students.
4. An equivalent certificate is mandatory from the AIU (Association of Indian Universities) for students who have studied abroad (Grades 9 & 10) to enable and facilitate their admission to Indian universities upon the completion of Grade 12.
Interactions
After receiving the application and submitted forms, the Head of School will review the application and determine who the best placed person is to interact with the family. There may be need for more than one interaction and if there are disclosed special educational and/or social/emotional needs, the Head of ALS and/or the Social Emotional Counsellor will be invited to interact with the family.

Early Years Programme & Primary Years Programme

Early Years (PreK, EY1, EY2)
Admission to the Early Years is based on an informal interaction and observation. No formal written assessment is conducted at this stage.
The interaction and observation focuses on:
● Simple verbal communication and conversation
● Recognition of letters, sounds, numbers, and basic concepts appropriate to the child’s age
● Fine motor skills, social interaction, and the ability to follow simple instructions
PYP 1 (Grade 1)
Admission into Grade 1 includes the following assessments:
● A grade-appropriate assessment in English and Mathematics
● A verbal interaction to assess communication skills, confidence, and comprehension
● In class observation for at least half a day.
PYP (Grades 2–5)
Students applying for PYP Grades 2–5 are required to complete:
● Online screening tests for Reading, English language, Math and Science.

Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE (Grades 6-10)

Students seeking admission for Grades 6 to 10 are required to complete:
● Online screening tests for Reading, English language, Math and Science.
The school offers guidance during the interaction to select subjects and include personnel who can provide further personalised support such as additional learning support for students who qualify for the same and/or social emotional counselling.
Students who have a very low level of English proficiency will not be admitted to Grade 9 or above as this limitation means the student will not be able to achieve success in the programs and subjects the school offers. For students below Grade 9, admission decisions will be made on how much support the school is able to provide both within and outside of regular scheduled classes.

IB Diploma and Cambridge AS (Grade 11)

Students seeking admission into Grade 11 are required to complete:
● Online screening tests for Reading, English language, Math and Science.
It is an expectation that students who apply to enter the Cambridge AS or IB Diploma Programmes must have secured adequate grades in Grade 10 to show they are prepared for success in Grades 11 and 12. The school has developed IGCSE prerequisites (Appendix 1) for entry into both programmes and all subjects in Grade 11. If students come from other systems, the grades will be examined and further testing may be conducted wherever a clear decision cannot be made.
Requirements:
● Successful completion of Grade 10 – secondary school qualification in an English medium setting.
● Submission of Grade 10 board examination results or school transcripts when received.
● Mock or first semester results may have to be used to make decisions.
● Satisfactory English proficiency to be able to be successful in DP English A Language and Literature or our at least one of the Cambridge English options. Further testing may be required in some cases.

Mid-Year Transfer to IB Diploma Programme (DP1 and DP2)

Academic Requirements
● Submission of any existing DP1 school reports for admission to DP1 in second semester.
● Submission of DP1 school reports for admission to DP2.
● A consistent academic record with minimum grades of 4.
● Alignment of the subjects being studied at the current school with Candor offerings and spaces available.
Placement decisions will be made by the school based on academic readiness and subject availability and the combination of subjects as per the DP subject choice form.

Special Educational Needs and Learning Support

Any diagnosed special education needs must be shared during the admissions process. Educational Psychologist reports and previous Individual Educational Plans are required.
An interaction with the Head of Learning Support will be included in the process for all students who have a diagnosed or suspected special learning need.
A final decision on admission will be based on the student’s ability to access learning and the school’s ability to provide the necessary support in line with IB guidelines.

Inclusion

Candor is an inclusive school and believes in providing equal opportunities to all learners. As such, admission is never denied on the grounds of a student having physical disabilities/challenges or learning disabilities and difficulties, as long as the school is confident that it has the resources and infrastructure to adequately support the child. The school has a dedicated SEN [Special Education Needs] Department to support the learning needs of students with disabilities/learning disorders as well as an in-school Counsellor who can offer emotional support to students who require the same.
In case the school feels that the student requires infrastructure or support that the school lacks, it may refer the student to another school which has the required resources and infrastructure. The school also expects full transparency from parents with regards to the medical/psychological records of the child so it can be determined if the necessary support can be provided. The school reserves the right to cancel any enrollment if found that false information and documentation have been provided or important and necessary information has not been disclosed.

Boarding Applications

Admission for students who wish to stay at the school’s boarding facility is first of all dependent on the availability of a space. If there is an age and gender-appropriate space available, then the full admission process for all students should be followed.
There will also be a parent and student interaction with the Head of Boarding at the interaction phase of the process.

Scholarships

Scholarships may be awarded to students who have demonstrated excellence in one of several fields.
Requirements
Academic Excellence Scholarship
(Previous Year’s Academic Performance):
● 95% and above: 20% Scholarship
● 90% – 94.99%: 15% Scholarship
● 85% – 89.99%: 10% Scholarship
Applicable to ICSE/CBSE/IB/IGCSE curricula; subject to submission of most recent final report cards.
Sports Achievement Scholarship
(Level of Representation):
● International Level: 20% Scholarship
● National Level: 15% Scholarship
● State Level: 10% Scholarship
Valid only with supporting documents and participation certificates endorsed by the respective Sports Authority/Federation.
Creative Talent
(Recognition):
● National/International Awardee (Music/Dance/Drama/Art): 15% Scholarship
● State-Level or Recognized Institution Certification: 10% Scholarship
Evaluation will be conducted by the school panel based on audition, portfolio, or performance.
Terms & Conditions:
1. Scholarships apply only to the Tuition Fee and not to the costs associated with the Admission Fee, transport, uniforms, books, or boarding fees.
2. Scholarships are non-transferable and non-encashable.
3. Scholarships are granted annually and subject to renewal based on performance and discipline.
4. Minimum 90% attendance
5. Consistent academic performance
6. Sports scholarships require students to actively represent the school in
interschool/state/national/international events during the academic year.
7. A maximum of one scholarship category can be availed for any individual. If eligible for more than one, the higher benefit will be considered.
8. Final decision will be taken by SMT
Once the new applicant has submitted the Application Form, the Admissions Officer reaches out to the parents to schedule an interaction with the relevant Head of Division and/or Head of School.

Post Admission Procedure

Once admission is granted, parents are required to deposit the fees and submit the original Transfer Certificate in original. (For foreign students the school will require a letter from the Head of School of the last school attended stating the Bonafide of the student).
This will inform them about:
● School uniforms and books can be bought from the Stores Department in the school.
● The student will receive the timetable from the homeroom teacher/programme coordinator.
● The student handbook and parent handbook is shared for better understanding of school policies

Review and Implementation of Admissions Policy

The Admissions Policy is reviewed at the end of every academic year by a team composed of the Head of School, the Heads of Division, Programme Coordinators, the Admissions Officer and the Head of Additional Learning Support. The policy is available on the school’s website for the perusal of interested stakeholders.

Inclusion

Before a Special Needs student is enrolled, scanned copies of their clinical assessments should be sent to the Admissions Officer. Based on the input from the Head of Department of Special Education Needs and Counsellor [where required], meetings are scheduled with the parents and student to better understand the child’s needs and to determine the school’s ability to provide adequate services to the students. Based on the outcome of the meetings and the documentation provided, the Admissions Committee takes a final decision on the admission of the student.

In case the school feels that the student requires infrastructure or support that the school lacks, it may refer the student to another school which has the required resources and infrastructure. The school also expects full transparency from the parent with regards to the medical/psychological records of the child [where applicable] so that necessary support can be provided. The school reserves the right to cancel any enrolment if found that false information and documentation have been provided.

Non-Refundable Fee Policy:

At Candor International School, we strive to offer the best experience for all our participants. To maintain the quality and integrity of our services, we have instituted a Non-Refundable Fee policy.

Why is the Fee Non-Refundable?

Operational Costs: The fee helps cover the administrative and operational expenses incurred during the planning and execution phases of our programs.

Commitment: It ensures that only serious participants register, allowing us to better manage resources and provide a dedicated experience for all attendees.

Preparations: Many preparations, including materials, bookings, and other arrangements, are made based on the number of participants. The non-refundable fee helps us manage these commitments effectively.

Terms and Conditions

Applicability: The non-refundable fee applies to all participants upon registration.

Exemptions: No exemptions or waivers will be provided under any circumstances.

Transfers: Fees are non-transferable to other events or participants.

Refund Scenarios

While the fee is non-refundable, in exceptional circumstances where we cancel the event, a partial refund may be considered based on the discretion of the management team. In such cases, participants will be informed promptly.

How to Pay

The non-refundable fee can be paid through our secure online payment gateway during the registration process. Once the payment is made, you will receive a confirmation email with your registration details.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding the non-refundable fee policy, please feel free to contact our support team at [email protected]

Note: This policy is subject to change, and any updates will be communicated through our official website and email notifications.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to this policy. Your commitment helps us in delivering a seamless and enriching experience for all participants.

Admissions Policy

VISION

MISSION

Philosophy

The International Baccalaureate Mission Statement

Cambridge Assessment International Examination (CAIE) Mission

Curriculum Overview

Academic Year

Application Form

Admissions Process

Early Years Programme & Primary Years Programme

Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE (Grades 6-10)

IB Diploma and Cambridge AS (Grade 11)

Mid-Year Transfer to IB Diploma Programme (DP1 and DP2)

Special Educational Needs and Learning Support

Inclusion

Boarding Applications

Scholarships

Post Admission Procedure

Review and Implementation of Admissions Policy

Inclusion

Non-Refundable Fee Policy:

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