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School Quality
Assessment
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Encouraging Self Evaluation, Accountability,
Collaboration and Innovation
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School Quality Assessment and Assurance
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THE CONSTITUTION OF INDIA
PREAMBLE
WE, THE PEOPLE OF INDIA, having solemnly resolved to constitute India into a 1[SOVEREIGN
SOCIALIST SECULAR DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC] and to secure to all its citizens :
JUSTICE, social, economic and political;
LIBERTY of thought, expression, belief, faith and worship;
EQUALITY of status and of opportunity; and to promote among them all
FRATERNITY assuring the dignity of the individual and the2 [unity and integrity of the Nation];
IN OUR CONSTITUENT ASSEMBLY this twenty-sixth day of November, 1949, do HEREBY ADOPT,
ENACT AND GIVE TO OURSELVES THIS CONSTITUTION.
1. Subs, by the Constitution (Forty-Second Amendment) Act. 1976, sec. 2, for "Sovereign Democratic Republic” (w.e.f. 3.1.1977)
2. Subs, by the Constitution (Forty-Second Amendment) Act. 1976, sec. 2, for "unity of the Nation” (w.e.f. 3.1.1977)
THE CONSTITUTION OF INDIA

Chapter IV A
FUNDAMENTAL DUTIES
ARTICLE 51A
Fundamental Duties - It shall be the duty of every citizen of India-
(a) to abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National
Anthem;
(b) to cherish and follow the noble ideals which inspired our national struggle for freedom;
(c) to uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India;
(d) to defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so;
(e) to promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of India
transcending religious, linguistic and regional or sectional diversities; to renounce practices
derogatory to the dignity of women;
(f) to value and preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture;
(g) to protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, wild life and to have
compassion for living creatures;
(h) to develop the scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform;
(i) to safeguard public property and to abjure violence;
(j) to strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation
constantly rises to higher levels of endeavour and achievement;
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(k) who is a parent or guardian to provide opportunities for education to his/her child or, as the case may
be, ward between age of six and forteen years.
1. Ins. by the constitution (Eighty - Sixth Amendment) Act, 2002 S.4 (w.e.f. 12.12.2002)
Patrons
• Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank', Minister of Human Resource Development,
Government of India
• Sh. Dhotre Sanjay Shamrao, Minister of State for Human Resource
Development, Government of India
• Ms. Rina Ray, IAS, Secretary, Department of School Education and Literacy,
Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India
Advisory, Editorial and Creative Inputs

• Ms. Anita Karwal, IAS, Chairperson, Central Board of Secondary Education
Guidance and Support

• Sh. Anurag Tripathi, IRPS, Secretary, Central Board of Secondary Education
• Dr. Joseph Emmanuel, Director (Academics), Central Board of Secondary
Education
• Dr. Biswajit Saha, Director (Training and Skill Education), Central Board of
Secondary Education
Curator and Co-ordinator

• Ms. Ramandeep Kaur, Assistant Secretary, Academics, Central Board of
Secondary Education
Reviewer
• Ms. Kalpana Kapoor, Former Principal, The DPSG Group of Schools, Mentor
and Leadership Coach
Draft Preparation
• Ms. Ramandeep Kaur, Assistant Secretary, Academics, Central Board of
Secondary Education
A Note for the Users of the Manual
The School Quality Assessment and Assurance (SQAA) Manual encourages
the school leaders, educationists and managements to reflect and introspect
on why their schools exist and what is it that they are doing to ensure that
student learning outcomes in the field of academics and personality
development are being achieved.
Learning Organizations understand that school improvement is not an event
but a continual process.
The SQAA empowers and enables schools to self- assess by providing them
guidelines and tools and instruments to achieve a self- set target and goal.
The Manual has been prepared through extensive research in schools and
interaction with leaders across the country. Thus, it aspires to reach out to
schools by sharing some standards and benchmarks of quality schools and at
the same time allows schools to retain their uniqueness.
Schools are encouraged to read the Manual and in case of any clarification,
reach us at [email protected]
Feel free to share your thoughts, ideas, practices and opinions on how to
improve the learning outcomes of students using systems thinking and
nurturing systems literacy, thereby creating learning organizations that are
forever evolving.
1 School Quality Assessment and Assurance (SQAA).......................................1-6
2 Process of School Quality Assessment and Assurance.............................. 7-16
3 SQAA - Domains and Sub Domains..........................................................17-92
4 SQAA Instruments................................................................................. 93-203
5 Glossary...............................................................................................204- 207
R References ................................................................................................208
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Assessment and
Assurance
1.1. Background
Imparting quality education to the learners has always been one of the priority areas in the
development plans of CBSE. With the adoption of Sustainable Development Goals 2030 by India,
comprehensive approaches and strategies are being devised to address the issue of achieving
student driven outcomes across the country.
CBSE recognizes and understands that the fast pace of knowledge, economic stress and social
uncertainty, technological changes, worldwide interdependence, and the changing paradigms in
the field of education will involve a great deal of perspective, thought and experimentation. No
one really knows what the world will look like when the kindergartners graduate from schools. But
all that we may know is that the world would be very different from the one we have grown up in.
Educators and school leaders, thus face a tremendous challenge which can't be ignored which is:
to broaden students' perspectives, catalyze innovation, encourage the students to think
differently, live in a world of interconnectedness.
Quick fixes need to give way to solutions that are implemented with care and compassion,
creativity and perspective, independence and interconnectedness, aesthetics and systems
thinking, and thereby infuse new life into our educational system so that we prepare our students
to flourish and thrive in a post-industrial era.
1.2 Introduction
CBSE stands committed to ensuring that the students are provided with an education that
prepares them for attaining the standards and benchmarks laid out by the Board. It aspires to lay
down a set of standards and best practices as paradigms for attaining individual and institutional
excellence.
The School Quality Assessment and Assurance (SQAA) Manual is a tool for educationists, leaders,
management and all those involved in making a difference in the lives of children. It is an attempt
to allow all of us to make informed choices, articulate what we want and compare it with a realistic
assessment of current reality, collectively aspire for a goal, reflect and initiate dialogues, recognize
and manage the complexities at large and thus deal effectively with the forces that shape the
consequences of our actions.
SQAA is a tool that is a possible direction to bringing quality learning to our schools. It is an
exhaustive Self- Assessment tool and attempt has been made to make it implementable, feasible,
transparent, objective and with an underlying measure of acceptability and credibility. It is to be
viewed as a tool for a self -improvement cycle which is ongoing and although benchmarked by best
global standards, is also rich in its local requirements.
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SQAA would also reassure stakeholders such as employees, professional bodies, the general
public that the school aspires for continual improvement and thus will benefit the student learning
outcomes.
1.3 Vision and Mission of SQAA

1.3.1 VISION
CBSE SQAA aspires to provide quality education to students through standardized instruments
and processes of self-evaluation and external assessment benchmarks in the concept,
establishment and running of effective systems within an institution in accordance with changing
socio-economic and cultural contexts.
1.3.2 MISSION
In order to impart quality education as envisioned in the Vision Statement, CBSE SQAA strives to:
a. Promote interconnectedness and continually draws from all stakeholders-students,
parents, teachers, management, and local community members to support the school
systems for ongoing research and development to improve student outcomes
b. Inspire schools to review and reflect on their scholastic and co-scholastic processes and
outcomes
c. Promote student centric non-discriminatory curriculum which prepares students for life
d. Stimulate schools to reflect, review, assess and create their institutions as learning
organizations that are continuously growing and evolving on their developmental
continuum
e. Foster the culture of openness, transparency and objectivity in self-assessment, peer
review and external assessment
f. Empower schools to be continually involved in systematic self-assessment which has the
explicit purpose of improving the quality of student experiences and their standards of
attainment rather than focus on examinations alone.
1.4 Objectives
Schools will be able to:
a. Reflect and review their schools' processes at periodic intervals
b. Use the rich data assimilated to respond proactively to the changing paradigms in the field
of education
c. Prepare students for an increasingly complex and interdependent world
d. Establish an inclusive school with a purposeful learning culture and achieve high standards
of students' learning and personal development
e. Develop individual and collective responsibility and accountability in ensuring the learning
outcomes of students
f. Assess and endorse their schools as learning organizations that meet established standards
g. Devise strategies to become incubators of innovation
h. Formulate modules in collaboration with Hubs of Learning to bring about enhancement in
student outcomes
i. Recognize, retain and sustain the unique element of their school in their local region
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1.5 Eligibility for SQAA Process
a. All schools affiliated with CBSE
b. All schools aspiring for CBSE affiliation
Each school affiliated to the Board must undergo the process of SQAA and update its information
online on the eight domains once every three years, starting from the year, 2019.
The schools aspiring to be affiliated to the Board can also undergo the process in an offline mode
and prepare themselves for being a CBSE School.
1.6 Framework of SQAA

1.6.1 Value Framework
Core values kept in mind while designing the Framework: promoting the use of technology;
interdependence; importance of research and innovation; enhancement in employability skills;
nationalism; creating global citizens
1.6.2 Domains
The eight domains on which the Framework of SQAA rests, are identified by CBSE based on
extensive research into school effectiveness. While there would be a healthy argument regarding
some of the aspects of the domains or the indicators, there would also be a universal consensus on
the fact that an effective school shall seek to ensure the best possible academic outcomes for
students while also ensuring their physical, social, emotional and intellectual health.
The eight domains are not independent of each other but interlinked and interdependent in a
systematic and seamless manner. An example would be that of a leadership that develops capacity
of teachers by providing resources and training benchmarked with best practices and good
governance leading to enhanced learning outcomes in all students in both scholastic and co-
scholastic domains.
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Domains of School Quality Assessment and Assurance (SQAA)

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2.1 Introduction
2.1.1 CBSE recognizes the importance of self- assessment as an integral part of schools' ongoing
review and improvement plan. Thus, it assists schools in measuring how they are
performing in different domains, leading to an overall planning for a school improvement
plan.
2.1.2 The existing schools are provided with School Quality Assessment and Assurance
Framework to move further on their developmental continuum.
2.1.3 Schools aspiring to become affiliated with CBSE can prepare themselves for affiliation by
using School Quality Assessment and Assurance Framework.
2.1.4 The responsibility for overall school improvement leading to enhanced student outcomes
lies with the management, school leaders and all members of the staff.
2.1.5 The School Quality Assessment and Assurance Framework, as a working document can also
be used by school leaders to share and collaborate with management to ensure enhanced
student outcomes.
2.2 Process of School Quality Assessment and Assurance
The process of School Quality Assessment and Assurance involves two essential phases:
Phase 1: Self-Assessment using different instruments of SQAA
Phase 2: Validation by External Peer Assessor Team by vising the Assesse School
Phase 1 Self-Assessment • Ideal State: Outcome to be uploaded on

CBSE Portal every year by the school
• Mandatory: Outcome to be uploaded on
the CBSE Portal once in every three years
Phase 2 Validation by External • On demand by school

Peer Assessor Team • On random basis by the Board
• May be done by members of Hubs of
Learning for each other
• CBSE identifies schools for support
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2.2.1 Self-Assessment
The responsibility for the overall school improvement lies itself with the school personnel
especially School Management, School Principal and School Staff. Effective schools keep on
reviewing their systems and processes in order to strengthen them and ensure school
improvement. The schools affiliated to the Board can improve upon overall school system
through School Quality Assessment and Assurance Framework (SQAAF).
The schools will update the information online on the eight domains on the platform
developed by the Board. For this, they need to familiarize themselves with the complete
framework of SQAA.
SQAA will help a assess how well it is doing in different areas of school functioning
school to
review its ongoing process of improvement of the institution
use the feedback to plan for the future.
The school conducts self-assessment using the SQAAF. The schools may make use of other SQAA
instruments for self-review. This step is the most important part of the entire SQAA process;
both in terms of commitment of time and effort involved and on the basis of value to be derived.
The process of self-assessment includes collecting data on various indicators laid down in SQAA.
It should be prepared through a collaborative and participative approach and build ownership of
all stakeholders towards the goal of institutional excellence. Once self-assessment is done, it is
also expected of the schools that they prepare a self-improvement plan and act accordingly. The
plan may be aligned to the performance indicators/standards as detailed in the SQAA
framework. The preparation of plan is a must in order to complete the cycle of self-assessment.
Otherwise the complete purpose of self-assessment will be defeated.
2.2.1.1 Self-Assessment Cycle – An Overview
• Where are we
now?
• What are we
doing?
• Why are we
doing what we
• How do we are doing?
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Vision
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working?
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to where we are?
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2.2.1.2 Self-Assessment Cycle: Detailed Process
Phase Steps Process Suggested Action Plan

Step 1 Review • Form Core Learning Team (Representative of
• Where are we now? Management, teachers, students, community and
the Principal)
• What are we doing? • Understand SQAA Framework and policies of Board
• Why are we doing and Government
what we are doing? • Gather data as per each domain and sub domain
• Use SQAAF
• Document
• Engage in collaborative learning
Step 2 Reflect • Identify strengths and areas of improvement against
• Where do we want to each core standard/benchmarked statement
go? • Use Score Card to consolidate
• What is working? • List the gaps in each domain
• What is not working? • Prioritize
• How did we get to • Document
where we are? • Engage in collaborative learning
• Where do we want to • Upload status of SQAA on the link provided by CBSE
be?
PHASE - I
Step 3 Respond • Devise strategies to work upon the prioritized areas

• How are we going to of improvement
get where we want • Allocate roles and responsibilities
to be? • Implement plan of action by setting SMART goals
(Smart, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time
Bound)
• Monitor the implementation at regular intervals
using various tools
• Provide feedback
• Take feedback
• Document
Step 4 Rate • Monitor progress - monitoring is about ensuring

• How do we evaluate accountability; all members of the learning
our efforts? community are responsible and accountable
• Is what we are doing • Assess yourself on the developmental continuum
making a difference? • Provide a rating
• Review strengths and areas of Improvement
• Document
• Improvement Cycle begins again
• Schools to initiate Self- Assessment in the year 2019

• Mandatory: Uploading of SQAAF results on CBSE portal once in three years
• Schools may take assistance from Lead Collaborator in Hubs of Learning, if comfortable
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2.2.1.3 Core Learning Team
School self-assessment and school improvement planning is a continuous process. It is very
important that the school leaders (management and principal) involve the school staff and
stakeholders in these processes. The schools may set up a Core Learning Team (School Quality
Assessment and Assurance Committee) which will conduct the self-assessment of the school on
the eight domains and will also coordinate with the Peer Assessor Team through the entire
process of External Evaluation.
The following may be the members of this Core Learning Team:
One teacher from One student from

Member
Principal each level - primary, each level - primary,
Representative of
middle, secondary, middle, secondary,
School Managment
sr. secondary sr. secondary
One teacher from One Counsellor,

One representative
Two Parent Special
co-curricular from
Members of PTA Educator/Health
domain Administration
Professional
2.2.2 External Evaluation

2.2.2.1 Peer Assessor Team
a. A team of at least two trained and qualified Peer Assessors will conduct the assessment of the
school processes and the domains.
b. The Peer Assessors will be from the field of education; retired or serving principal and/or senior
experienced teachers with rich insight into the working of quality institutions.
c. The approach of the Peer Assessors would be non-threatening in nature and that of confidence
building. The Peer Assessor is not an Inspector but a mentor and an assessor.
d. The SQAA Peer Assessor team is perceived to be collegial in nature. The relationship of all the
members is more of an 'academic equality' leading to consensus building rather than a
hierarchical approach.
e. The Peer Assessor Team believes in confidentiality.
f. What drives the Peer Assessor Team? Objectivity, empathy, effective communication,
credibility, adaptability, ability to work in a team, analytical ability, impartiality, curious but non-
intrusive, receptivity.
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2.2.2.2 External Evaluation Process
Phase Steps Process Suggested Action Plan

Step 4 Submission of School • School will upload SQAAF on CBSE Portal
Quality Assessment • Cycle of Improvement starts again :
and Assurance Form Review
(SQAAF) by school Reflect
Respond
Rate
• Document
PHASE - II
Step 5 Visit by Peer Assessor • Optional for first three years

Team • Mandatory after three years
• Document
Step 6 Preparation and • Preparation of Reports ( SQAAR and SQER ) by

Submission of Reports by Peer Assessor Team
Peer Assessor Team • Submission of Report to CBSE
(after the visit )
Ongoing Request for Support by • CBSE will facilitate schools in developing their
school school improvement plan
• Document
• Schools are provided two-three years' time to strengthen their processes

• External Evaluation may be done on random basis or on school's demand and/or may
be conducted at the time of granting extension of affiliation to the school
2.2.2.3 Reports by Peer Assessor Team

The Peer Assessor Team will prepare two reports:
a. School Quality Assessment and Assurance Report (SQAAR)
b. School Quality Enhancement Report (SQER)
The team will collate, analyse and interpret all data received and prepare the reports based on
the following principles:
• Enabling a common frame of reference regarding school quality
• Providing recommendations for enhancement in school processes
• Assisting the school in managing and enhancing their qualitative processes
2.2.2.3.1 School Quality Assessment and Assurance Report (SQAAR)
• The SQAAR provided to the CBSE by the Peer Assessor Team will be a detailed report based on
the eight domains.
• The Report will present a quantitative and a qualitative dimension.
• The quantitative score will be a final score after analysing all the instruments and classroom
observation.
• The weightage assigned to each domain and sub domain will be reflected in the score card.
• The final part of the report would carry the score and weightage in the highest three domains.
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2.2.2.3.2 School Quality Enhancement Report (SQER)
• School Quality Enhancement Report will focus on the unique strengths of the school across
the eight domains as well as possible areas of quality enhancement.
• It will help the school to build its capacity in terms of quality assurance and meeting
stakeholders' expectations.
• The report will be shared with the respective school.
2.2.2.4 Support and Assistance
• The CBSE SQAA is an affirmation of 'Quality'. It is a means of demonstrating confidence in the
schools' purpose and performance. It places belief in people and their positive intent in
making a difference to the lives of students. It provides public assurance and affirmation to
the schools' efforts at providing quality education in their respective region. It highlights the
fact that Self- Assessment as an internal accountability is intrinsically important in building a
sense of responsibility and ownership.
• SQAA does not rank schools/institutions, but establishes a level of acceptable quality for all
the schools affiliated with the Board.
• CBSE stands committed to providing support and assistance to schools to achieve the desired
goal and work collaboratively in a mutual learning environment of trust, faith, respect and
honesty.
• Based on schools' ongoing efforts at striving for quality enhancement and Feedback from the
Peer Assessor Team, schools may request for assistance and support from CBSE.
• Support and mentoring may be provided either by Lead Collaborators of Learning Hubs
and/or by Mentor School of the neighborhood that has exhibited high standards of quality
assurance.
• CBSE will also be available for any support and assistance required in terms of organizing
Capacity Building Programmes as per the need of the school.
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Comparison between School Quality Assessment and Assurance Framework
and Outcome Based Inspection for Affiliation
Focus Areas : Qualitative Enhancement in School Processes
S. Description SQAA Outcome Based Inspection

No. for Affiliation
1. Purpose ?
Self - Assessment Tool leading to ? Inspection on Parameters
an overall planning for school defined in the Framework
improvement and thus creating for the purpose of
Learning Organizations Affiliation
2. Focus Area ?
Process driven: Schools are ?
Outcome Driven: Defines
encouraged to reflect, desired outcomes as laid
collaborate, be accountable and down in the Outcome
innovate and thus meet the Based Inspection
standards laid down by CBSE Framework
3. Duration ?
Periodic and Ongoing self- ?
At the time of Affiliation
assessment by schools and Extension of
Affiliation
4. Target Group ?
CBSE affiliated and non-affiliated ?
Schools that have applied
schools for affiliation and
extension of affiliation
5. Descriptors ?
Clear, specific, exhaustive ?
General rubric for the
for Rating descriptors for self- purpose of affiliation
improvement
6 Support ?
Exhaustive list of evidences and ?
Capacity Building
tools for self-assessment Programme for Inspectors
?
Capacity Building Programs for
schools
7. Assessment ?
Self-Assessment by the schools ?
Inspection done by skilled
?
Assessment by Peer Assessors Inspectors
with special skills required for
being a Peer Assessor
.
?
Role of Assessors is as Mentors
8. Outcome ?Schools set their targets and ?

Schools either get
goals as per the benchmarks affiliated or rejected
and standards and move
forward on their
developmental continuum
?Schools prepare themselves for
affiliation/extension of
affiliation
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Courtesy :
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Domains and
Sub-Domains
of School Quality
Assessment and
Assurance
Domains and Sub-Domains
of School Quality
Assessment and Assurance
All the eight domains are further subdivided into sub-domains and sub-sub-domains, which qualify the
various aspects of that particular domain. Each sub domain has 4 statements under which benchmarks
have been developed with a weightage between 1- 4. These benchmarking statements provide a clarity
regarding the practices related to each sub-sub domain. Although it is expected that each school meets
the best practices as depicted in these benchmarking statements, not all statements will apply to or be
appropriate for each school. Each school will mark against the statement that is applicable and
appropriate for the school. This will help the school to aspire for the next level.
The first statement under each sub-sub domain depicts the best practice(s) carrying a weightage of 4. In
order to get a score of 4, the other three statements must stand true/appropriate for the school.
Description of the Level of the Score per sub-sub domain
There are four levels of performance of 'Dynamic-Evolving', 'Stable', 'Transient' and 'Inceptive' for
rating school processes. The school can refer the following criteria to know where it stands in terms of
developmental stage, and formulate appropriate and achievable plans for self-improvement and
enhance accountability.
Maturity
Score Guidance
Level
Dynamic- Demonstrates strong benchmarked defined and documented

4 Evolving processes. Governance and leadership exhibits accountability,
responsibility, self-evaluation and improvement planning.
Evidences of data based improvement processes. System is defined
3 Stable and documented. People are aware of their roles in the institution
and practicing it. Practices are preventive and corrective in nature.
2 Transient System is in early constructive years. Practices are generally

corrective in nature.
1 Inceptive System is at initial stage. Practices are individual based.
Note: If none of the above are true then no score need be given against the concerned sub-sub-
domain.
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Explanatory Chart of Domain/Sub-domain/Sub-sub domain
1. Scholastic Processes Domain
1.1 Curriculum Planning Sub-Domain
1.1.1 Principal and teachers are familiar with the spirit and content of NCF Sub-sub-Domain
A statement which benchmarks Evidence/Records are documents which reflect the Tools are
practices in the school and policies or the practices of the school. Instruments
which will help Self/Peer Evidence/Records can be scanned and attached to be used for
Assessors to place schools in with the SQAAF. assessment
the given weightage band.
Policies are
the
principles
behind the
Statement Score Evidence/ Policy Domains
Records and Sub-
Tools
domains
1.1.1.1 • There is a well-defined, 4 • School Policy SQAAF • NCF

structured policy for curriculum • Availability of NCF Document
planning. Document • Position
• The school has completely • Records of Papers
integrated the Orientation NCERT
recommendations of NCF / Programmes on NCF • CBSE
Position Papers into all aspects • Minutes of Circulars
of school curriculum like departmental
Course Content, Teaching meetings reflecting Score ranging
Strategies, Assessment the discussion on: from 1-4 may
Practices, Integration of Visual • NCF be given
& Performing Arts, Health • Position Papers depending on
Education, Values Education, NCERT
the practices,
etc. • Text books of
• There is a mechanism of different subjects evidence(s) and
monitoring and reviewing the • Annual Curriculum documentation,
efficacy of implementation. Plan analysis of
• School Calendar Instruments
1.1.1.2 • Teachers are encouraged to 3 • Teacher's diary of and the
implement the different subjects evidence
recommendations of NCF • Teacher Observation
document. provided.
Records
• They plan their lessons by • Student records –
integrating the scholastic and co-
recommendations of NCF. scholastic
1.1.1.3 • Orientation programmes are 2 • Monitoring and
conducted to create awareness Reviewing checklists
of NCF for the teachers.
1.1.1.4 • The school Principal is aware 1
of the NCF document.
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DOMAIN 1: SCHOLASTIC PROCESSES
The students achieve excellence through a wide range of inclusive and innovative policies,
practices and well-defined outcomes that allow for cohesive and free learning spaces for
learners. The many student friendly systems and operatives that make education a functional
and living entity are a part of academic processes and products. The teachers' knowledge of their
subjects and how students learn; learning environment and creating positive classrooms,
teacher-student interactions; teaching learning methodologies; informal assessments to
measure students on their developmental continuum; continual upgrade by staff on their
knowledge, competencies and skills; inclusivity and building a culture of innovation are some of
the descriptors of a strong scholastic policy in place.
Sub Domains and 1.1 Curriculum Planning

Sub-Sub Domains 1.1.1 Principal and teachers are familiar with the spirit and
content of NCF.
1.1.2 Curriculum develops skills and abilities which prepare
students for lifelong learning and fosters global citizenship.
1.1.3 The Principal and teachers are familiar with the curriculum
documents and support material brought out by CBSE.
1.1.4 There is an Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan for the
development of Scholastic Skills.
1.2 Teaching Learning Processes
1.2.1 School follows an optimum number of teaching days and
teaching hours.
1.2.2 Teacher – Student Ratio.
1.2.3 Teachers adopt varied teaching learning approaches
reflecting their understanding of the needs of the students.
1.3 Student Performance, Assessment of Learning Outcomes and
Feedback
1.3.1 Learning Indicators/Outcomes are used as check points to
assess student's learning at different points of time.
1.3.2 The school has defined procedures and criteria to regularly
assess the students' performance and uses the results to
improve their performance.
1.3.3 Varied assessment tools and techniques are used to assess
the performance of the students.
1.3.4 Teachers prepare balanced question papers to assess the
performance of students.
1.3.5 The school ensures 75% attendance of its students.
13.6 The school ensures all students achieve and progress on
their developmental continuum.
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Courtesy :
Supporting Evidence(s) / Policy-CBSE
S.No. Statement Score Tool(s)
Records Circulars
1.1 Curriculum Planning
1.1.1 Principal and teachers are familiar with the spirit and content of NCF.
1.1.1.1 • There is a well-defined, structured policy 4 • School Policy SQAAF • NCF

for curriculum planning. • Availability of NCF Document
• The school has completely integrated the Document • Position
recommendations of NCF/Position Papers • Records of Papers
into all aspects of school curriculum like Orientation NCERT
Course Content, Teaching Strategies, Programmes on NCF • CBSE
Assessment Practices, Integration of • Minutes of Circulars
Visual & Performing Arts, Health departmental
Education, Values Education, etc. meetings reflecting
• There is a mechanism of monitoring and the discussion on:
reviewing the efficacy of implementation. • NCF
• Position Papers
1.1.1.2 •Teachers are encouraged to implement the 3 NCERT
recommendations of NCF document. • Text books of
• They plan their lessons by integrating the different subjects
recommendations of NCF. • Annual Curriculum
2 Plan including Annual
1.1.1.3 • Orientation programmes are conducted
Pedagogical Plan
to create awareness of NCF for the
• School Calendar
teachers.
• Teacher's diary of
1.1.1.4 • The school Principal is aware of the NCF 1 different subjects
document. • Teacher Observation
Records
• Student records-
scholastic and co-
scholastic
• Monitoring and
Reviewing checklists
Curriculum develops skills and abilities which prepares students for lifelong
1.1.2
learning and fosters global citizenship
1.1.2.1 • The school policy for curriculum 4 • School Policy SQAAF • Learning
development is in place. • Annual Curriculum The
• The school ensures that curriculum and Pedagogical Plan Treasure
enhances skills and abilities that prepare • Life Skills Manuals Within' -
students for lifelong learning. • Teacher's Diary UNESCO
• The school creates opportunities for staff • Teacher Time Table • NCF 2005
and students to interact with other • Consolidated • CBSE
schools or educational institutions at Students' Time Table Circulars
Regional Level, National Level and • Health Manuals
International Level. • Performance Profiles
• Monitoring and Reviewing practices are in of Students
place. • Anecdotal Records of
Students
1.1.2.2 • The school provides opportunities and 3 • Portfolio of students
support resources to students to develop • Student Activity
and enhance their skills and abilities in the Tracker
domain of cognitive, social, emotional • Monitoring and
needs of students. Reviewing Practices
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1.1.2.3 • The school plans for implementation of a 2
curriculum that meets the desired
outcome.
1.1.2.4 • The school has adapted the curriculum as 1
prescribed by the Board and National or
State Educational Bodies (NCERT/SCERT).
The Principal and teachers are familiar with the curriculum documents and support
1.1.3
material brought out by CBSE.
1.1.3.1 • Policy for curriculum familiarization is in 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE

place. • CBSE Curriculum Curriculum
• The school is effectively implementing the Documents Documents
Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan • Teachers' Manuals by • CBSE
based on curriculum documents and CBSE Circulars
other support material brought out by • School Calendar
CBSE. • Annual Curriculum
• Mentoring and Monitoring Practices are and Pedagogical Plan
in place. • Minutes of
Departmental
1.1.3.2 • Curriculum documents and other support 3 Meetings
material brought out by CBSE are used for • Teachers' Diary with
drafting the Annual Curriculum Plan both Lesson Plans
for Scholastic and Co-Scholastic activities. • Consolidated Time
• An Innovative Annual Pedagogical Plan is Table
in place. • Mentoring,
1.1.3.3 • All teachers are aware and have copies of 2 Monitoring and
syllabus documents and Teachers' Reviewing Practices
Manuals.
1.1.3.4 • There is availability of Curriculum 1

documents in the school library.
1.1.4 There is an Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan for the development of Scholastic Skills.
1.1.4.1 • School Policy in place for the development of 4 • Vision and Mission of SQAAF • CBSE
Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan. School Curriculum
• The Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan • School Policy Documents
reflects the Vision and Mission of the school. • CBSE Curriculum and • RTE Act
• The approved Annual Curriculum and Learning Outcomes • CBSE
Pedagogical Plan is effectively implemented, Documents Circulars
monitored and reviewed at regular intervals • Teachers' Manuals by
a n d n e c e s s a r y c h a n ge s a re m a d e CBSE
accordingly to ensure that students meet the • Guidelines to prepare
learning outcomes. Annual Curriculum
Plan and Annual
Pedagogical Plan
1.1.4.2 • The Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical 3 • Annual Pedagogical
Plan is devised and implemented in Plan
collaboration with all teachers and built • Annual Curriculum
on previous learning experiences of Plan/School Calendar
students. • Consolidated Time
1.1.4.3 • The approved Annual Curriculum and 2 Table
Pedagogical Plan for development of • Minutes of
Scholastic areas is communicated to Departmental
teachers, students and parents. Meetings and Staff
Meetings
1.1.4.4 • A documented draft of Annual Curriculum 1 • Teachers' Diary with
and Pedagogical Plan is available with the Lesson Plans
Principal and in the Library. • CBPs for staff
• Monitoring and
Reviewing Practices
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1.2.1 School follows an optimum number of teaching days and teaching hours.
1.2.1.1 • The school policy with regard to the 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE Act
working days is in place. • Attendance Registers • Affiliation
• The school works for 220 days or more in a of: Bye Laws
year and the teachers work for 45 hours • Teachers • CBSE
per week. • Students Curriculum
• Monitoring and Reviewing in place. • Other staff Documents
members (if available, • CBSE
1.2.1.2 • The school works for 180-220 days in a 3 biometric attendance Circulars
year. record of staff)
• Period Allocation
1.2.1.3 • The school works for 150-200 days in a 2
Record
year.
• Monitoring and
1.2.1.4 • The school works for only 100 days (50% 1 Reviewing Practices
of prescribed no. of days) and teachers
work less than 1200 hours annually.
1.2.2 Teacher – Student Ratio
number of students in each class is in • Admission and • Affiliation
place. Withdrawal Bye Laws
• The school follows the teacher-student Records/Register • CBSE
ratio of 1 teacher for 25-30 students. • Attendance Register Curriculum
of each class Documents
1.2.2.2 • The school follows the teacher-student 3 • Teachers on Roll
ratio of 1 teacher for 31-35 students. • Consolidated Time
Table
1.2.2.3 • The school follows the teacher-student 2
• List of teachers and
ratio of 1 teacher for 36-39 students.
number of sections in
1.2.2.4 • The school follows teacher – student ratio 1 the school
of 1 teacher for 40 students.
Teachers adopt varied teaching learning approaches
1.2.3
reflecting their understanding of the needs of the students.
1.2.3.1 • School Policy with regard to the use of 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE Act
teaching pedagogy/ strategies/methods • List and Certificates of Class • CBSE
by teachers in place. CBPs attended by Observ- Circulars
• Teachers use multiple modes of teaching teachers ation
learning strategies that recognize diverse • In house training Scale
learners and learning styles including programmes Teacher
differently-abled and other categories of • List of workshops Interact
Inclusion. conducted by -ion
• Teaching practices provide opportunities teachers (In-house Form
to students to reflect upon their learning and external)
experiences. • Practices adopted by
• Teachers integrate formative assessment school to enable
in the classroom with emphasis on teachers to become
remediation and diagnosis of the needs of Instructional Leaders
all the students. • List of Reference
• There is a mechanism for mentoring and Books used by
monitoring of staff. teachers
• Teacher's Diary with
1.2.3.2 • The teacher prepares lesson plans; uses 3
Lesson Plans
activity based child centric / experiential
reflecting:
l e a r n i n g m et h o d s t h u s c re at i n g
• Objectives
stimulating learning environment.
• Learning Outcomes
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1.2.3.3 • The teacher is clear about objectives of 2 • Materials used
lesson, uses teaching methods according • Methodology
to the nature of the subject matter. • Assessments
for/of/in/as
1.2.3.4 • The teacher adopts frontal (traditional) 1 Learning
teaching, using the textbook with almost • Accommodations
no activities. • Mentoring,
Monitoring and
Reviewing Practices
1.3 Student Performance, Assessment of Learning Outcomes and Feedback

Learning Indicators/Outcomes are used as check points to assess
1.3.1
child's learning at different points of time.
1.3.1.1 • The school policy with regard to assessment 4 • School Policy SQAAF • NCERT
practices and ongoing assessment is in • Availability of Document
place. Learning Outcomes on
• Learning Outcomes are prepared in line document brought Learning
with the minimum learning levels/Learning out by NCERT and Outcomes
Outcomes laid down by NCERT or as defined defined by the school • CBSE
in the curriculum document of CBSE. • Minutes of Staff Curriculum
• Learning Outcomes are shared with the Meetings and Documents
parents and students. Departmental • CBSE
• The student's learning is periodically Meetings reflecting Circulars
assessed against these outcomes to keep a achievement of
track of their progress. learning outcomes
• Assessment records
of students
1.3.1.2 • Teachers assess the students as per the 3 • Assessment
outcomes defined for each chapter using
Worksheets prepared
his/her own assessment worksheets.
by teachers
1.3.1.3 • Teachers complete the syllabus as per the 2 • Teacher's Diary with
textbook and assess the students with the lesson plans
help of the questions given at the end of • Evidences of oral or
the chapter in the textbook. written
communication about
1.3.1.4 • The principal is aware of the learning 1 the learning
outcomes for different classes as defined outcomes to the
by NCERT. students and their
parents
• Mentoring and
Monitoring practices
The school has defined procedures and criteria to regularly assess the students'
1.3.2
performance and uses the results to improve their performance.
1.3.2.1 • The School Policy with regard to Assessment 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE
Practices and Evaluation is in place. • Assessment records Circulars
• Teachers conduct assessments for the of students and
purpose of diagnosis and remediation • Records of analysis of Advisories
leading to improvement in student results
performance and achievement. • Profile of students'
• Teachers use assessment data for improving achievements
teaching practices. • Lesson plans of
• The profile of each student's achievements teachers
is maintained. • Criteria and rubrics
• The school ensures effective recording, created by the
analysis and reporting of results. teachers with the
help of the students
for different activities
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1.3.2.2 • Teachers 3 • Records of remedial
• conduct different types of assessment classes arranged for
• employ different assessment tools in students and their
class outcome
• assess students on the basis of pre- • Monitoring and
defined criteria made in consultation Reviewing Practices
with them and communicate the same
to them and their parents in advance.
1.3.2.3 • Teachers follow up frequent testing with 2
worksheets and assignments for
homework.
1.3.2.4 • Teachers conduct only pen paper tests. 1

Varied assessment tools and techniques are used to assess
1.3.3
the performance of the students – Assessment for Learning
1.3.3.1 • The School Policy with regard to Assessment 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE
Practices and Evaluation is in place. • CBPs attended by Circulars
• Teachers periodically design and use Teachers and
different assessment tools and techniques • Evidences of diagnostic Advisories
as per the needs of different types of and remedial
students. measures used by
• Different formative assessment techniques teachers to enhance
are integrated with the classroom teaching. student performance
• Teachers analyze the results and use • Teachers' Diary with
diagnostic and remedial measures to help lesson plans
students move forward on the • Samples of: types of
developmental continuum. questions
* Quiz questions
* Project Work
* Portfolios
1.3.3.2 • Different tools and techniques like 3
* Mind Maps
quizzes, debates, discussions, interviews,
* Games
mind maps, games, presentations, self-
* Debate
evaluation, peer evaluation, project work,
* Interview
portfolio work, etc. are used to assess the
* Presentation, etc.
• Reports of activities
1.3.3.3 • Assignments, worksheets and projects 2 • Monitoring and
are used to assess the performance of Reviewing Practices
students.
1.3.3.4 • Teachers make use of traditional pen 1
paper tests to assess the performance of
students.
Teachers prepare balanced question papers to assess the performance of
1.3.4
students-Assessment of Learning
1.3.4.1 • The School Policy with regard to 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE
Assessment Practices and Evaluation is in • CBPs attended by Circulars
place. teachers and
• HODs cross check the question papers • Evidences of training of Advisories
prepared by the teachers of her/his teachers in assessment
department for their quality, reliability, and framing of balanced
authenticity and validity. question papers
• Feedback from students/ involvement of • Blue Print of Question
students in the preparation of question Papers
papers is encouraged. • Sample of question
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1.3.4.2 • Teachers prepare balanced question 3 papers prepared by
p a p e rs w i t h c l e a r i n s t r u c t i o n s , teachers
appropriate difficulty level, clearly spelt • Questions prepared
out value points in marking scheme and by students
by incorporating different types of • Monitoring and
questions. Reviewing Practices
1.3.4.3 • Teachers prepare question papers and the 2

marking scheme as per the Blue Print.
1.3.4.4 • Teachers prepare the question papers 1

without making a Blue Print.
1.3.5.1 • The School Policy for Student Attendance 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE Act
is in place. • Registration records • Affiliation
• The Principal, teachers and other • Attendance records Bye Laws
stakeholders are aware of the child's • CBPs attended by
inclination to absent himself/herself and teachers
work in unison to ensure regular • Evidences of
attendance by providing qualitative involvement of
inputs. counsellors / experts to
• Regular communication, counselling and ensure regular
follow ups are done to encourage regular attendance
attendance. • Records of
communication with
1.3.5.2 • The Principal, teachers and other 3 parents informing them
stakeholders have informed interactions about the child's
of the child's regular absenteeism. regular absenteeism
either through mail,
1.3.5.3 • The Principal and teachers are aware of 2
letter, or a note in the
students who regularly absent
students' diary or
themselves and parents are informed
during PTM
about their absenteeism.
• Written records of
1.3.5.4 • The school maintains attendance records 1 action taken other than
of the students. communication to
parents by the teachers
and principal
1.3.6 The school ensures all students achieve and progress on their developmental continuum.
1.3.6.1 • The school policy on students' achievement 4 • School Policy SQAAF

in different areas is in place. • CBPs attended by
• Teachers are aware of the students' teachers
achievement level and accordingly plan • Records of last 3 years
program(s) that help(s) her/his students of Grade X and XII
continue to learn and develop. results along with
• Teachers promote the use of self- analysis showing
assessment techniques by students to percentage of
enable their students to monitor their own students in different
growth and achievement. percentile ranges
• Teachers use multiple methods of • Assessment Records
assessment to monitor the growth of the of all students for the
students and thus, to guide them in last three years
decision making and planning their own • Analysis of student
future course of action. performance from
• Teachers understand the process of growth class IX – XII
and development of students and
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accordingly design or plan developmentally • Report Cards of Class
appropriate learning experiences. X/XII Board
Examination
• Students' Profiles and
1.3.6.2 • Teachers make use of different methods 3
IEP (Individual
of assessment to monitor the progress of
Education Plan) for
the students.
each student
• Teachers tailor the teaching learning
• Record of interactions
practices as per each student's needs in
with
order to enable all students to be
Counsellors/experts/p
successful in achieving expectations for
arents and
their learning and developmental
subsequent action
progress.
plan
• The average result of Class X/XII is 100%
• Diagnostic and
(with reference to Board average).
Remedial Records
1.3.6.3 • Teachers make use of different methods 2 • Self-Assessment
of assessment to assess the learning of reports of students
the students. • Monitoring and
• Teachers identify the learning levels of the Reviewing Practices
students.
1.3.6.4 • Teachers make use of traditional pen 1
paper tests for assessing the learning of
the students and focus on achievement of
good results in the final year end exams.
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DOMAIN 2: CO-SCHOLASTIC PROCESSES
The Scholastic and Co-Scholastic components make for an education that is holistic and
comprehensively assesses an individual's potential, capabilities and interests. However, over the
decades, educational system in our country has over emphasized scholastic over the co-
scholastic. This has also shaped the social perceptions about individual worth and achievement,
limiting them to a narrow sphere of academics. The co-scholastic sphere which covers the wider
ambit of education remains a grey area.
Co-scholastic policies, processes and outcomes promote students' well -being in physical, social,
emotional and intellectual domains. Students learn in parts but are able to make connections, be
interconnected and learn to be responsible, caring, compassionate, thinking individuals in a
larger world.
The Board would like to stress upon the importance of this area by giving it the second highest
weightage in SQAA.
Sub Domains and 2.1 Curriculum and Pedagogical Planning

Sub-Sub Domains 2.2.1 There is an Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan for the
development of Co- Scholastic Skills (CSS).
2.2 Art Education
2.2.1 The school provides ample opportunities for Art and Visual
and Performing Arts activities.
2.3 Work Education
2.3.1 The school implements Work Education Programme.
2.4 Skill Enhancement
2.4.1 The school provides facilities to the students to participate
in Literary and Creative Skills; Scientific Skills; Information
and Communication Technology Skills; Organizational
Leadership Skills and Aesthetic Skills.
2.5 Mainstreaming Physical Education and Sports
2.5.1 School has a Policy for promoting Health and Physical
Education in students.
2.5.2 School has a strong leadership and management of PE and
Sports.
2.5.3 Teaching and learning of PE is rich and engaging.
2.5.4 PE is given designated time in the curriculum.
2.5.5 Assessment is as per the learning outcomes and the grade
given in the curriculum document.
2.5.6 PE helps in making healthy life style choices.
2.5.7 Inclusive PE and Sports is an important aspect of school
ambience.
2.5.8 PE follows an integrated approach and all the four strands
are a part of the larger curriculum.
2.6 Life Skills Education
2.6.1 The school has a Life Skills development programme.
2.7 Value Education
2.7.1 The school has a well-integrated Value Education
programme.
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Courtesy :
N.H. GOEL WORLD SCHOOL, RAIPUR
Records Circulars
2.1 Curriculum and Pedagogical Planning
2.1.1 There is an Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan for the development of Co- Scholastic Skills (CSS).
2.1.1.1 • The School Policy for the development of 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE
Co-scholastics is in place. • Vision and Mission of Curriculum
• The school Annual Co-scholastic and School Documents
Pedagogical Plan for co-scholastics • Guidelines to prepare • RTE Act
reflects its Vision and Mission. ACP and Annual • CBSE
• The school Annual Curriculum Plan Pedagogical Plan Circulars
reflects enhancement in life skills, values, • CBSE Curriculum
literary skills, scientific skills, ICT skills, Documents
Health and Physical Education, Visual and • Teachers' Manuals by
Performing Arts, Work Education, CBSE
Leadership Skills, Aesthetic Skills, etc. • ACP/School Calendar
• The approved Annual Curriculum and • Minutes of
Pedagogical Plan for development of Co- Departmental
scholastic Skills is effectively Meetings
implemented, monitored and reviewed at • Anecdotal records
regular intervals and necessary changes • Portfolio
are made accordingly. • Consolidated Time
Table
2.1.1.2 • The Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan for 3 • Staff process owner
the development co-scholastic skills is
list
implemented in collaboration with all
• Clubs/Activities
staff members and based on students'
Details
learning experiences.
• Monitoring and
Reviewing practices
2.1.1.3 • The approved Annual Curriculum Plan for 2

development of CSS is communicated to
teachers, students and parents.
2.1.1.4 • A documented draft of Annual Co- 1
Scholastic Plan is available with the
Principal/HM and in the Library.
2.2 Art Education
2.2.1 The school provides ample opportunities for Art and Visual and Performing Arts activities.
2.2.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE Act
mandatory Art Education is in place. • CBPs attended by • CBSE
• Art Education is effectively implemented, teachers Curriculum
monitored and reviewed at regular • Annual Curriculum Document
intervals. Plan (Secondary)
• Art activities are integrated in the Annual • School Calendar • CBSE
School Curriculum and correlated with reflecting the Circulars
other subjects or school activities. inclusion of activities • CBSE
• Resources are provided to bring forth and for Visual and Guidelines
nurture artistic capabilities of the Performing Arts and on Art
students. Culinary Art for all Integration
• Awareness is generated among the students in the school
parents/guardians, school management • Consolidated Time
about the importance of studying Art Table of all classes in
Education in school. school reflecting the
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• Student Outcomes are reflected in the periods allocated for
school aesthetics and décor, in co- Visual and Performing
scholastic activities; and in scholastic Arts and Culinary Art
activities. • Lesson plans of
• Participation of students in Art forms at subject teachers
National and International Levels. reflecting integration
• There is a mechanism to mentor, monitor of arts
and review processes. • Observation Record of
Teachers
2.2.1.2 • Art Education is effectively implemented. 3
• Portfolio
• All the four streams of arts i.e. music,
• Records/Documents
dance, visual arts and theatre are a part of
(Certificates or school
arts curriculum offered by the school.
magazine and
• Culinary Art is a part of the curriculum in
website) reflecting
grades 6-8.
participation of
• Through arts curriculum, students are
students in Visual and
introduced to the rich and varied artistic
Performing Arts and
traditions of the country.
Culinary Art at the
• Students participate at the Zonal/State
Zonal / State/
Level.
National/
2.2.1.3 • The school provides more than two 2 International Level
activities for Visual and Performing Arts • Assessment records
and Culinary Art and maintains records. of students for
2.2.1.4 • The school provides only three options for 1 participation in these
Art activities (one for Visual, one for activities
Performing Arts and one for Culinary Art) • Mentoring,
and maintains records. Monitoring and
Reviewing Practices
2.3 Work Education
2.3.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to Work 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE Act
Education is in place. • CBPs attended by • CBSE
• Work Education has been integrated in the teachers Curriculum
school curriculum from the preprimary/ • Consolidated time documents
primary classes. table of classes • CBSE
• Activities appropriate with the child's age • Attendance record of Circulars
and ability and those that contribute to the students
child's normal growth and development • Performance records
have been implemented in the school. of students in work
• Wherever possible, industrial exposure is education
provided and experts are invited to interact • List of activities
with the students. offered to the
• The school Work Education Programme students
focuses on enabling children to learn • Interaction
values, basic scientific concepts, skills and programme with
creative expression. experts from industry
• The activities are effectively implemented, • Reports of field visit
monitored and reviewed at regular • Mentoring,
intervals. Monitoring and
Reviewing Practices
2.3.1.2 • The school provides resources (meaningful 3
work space and other required material) for
Work Education activities to all classes.
• Students work under the supervision of
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concerned teachers.
• The outcomes of the students are
analyzed to improve their performance /
skills.
2.3.1.3 • The school provides more than 3 Skill 2

Based activities for work education to the
students of classes VI-X; maintains
records; and results are shared with
students and parents.
2.3.1.4 • The school provides only 3 activities for 1
work education to the students of classes
VI-X; maintains records and results are
shared with students and parents.
The school provides facilities to the students to participate in activities related to
2.4.1 Literary and Creative Skills; Scientific Skills; Information and Communication Technology Skills;
Organizational Leadership Skills and Aesthetic Skills.
2.4.1.1 • There is a well laid out School Policy for 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE Act
participation of students in different • CBPs attended by • CBSE
activities that enhance their skills. teachers Circulars
• There is a Class Wise Tracker for each • ACP reflecting
student's participation in the activities. provision of co-
• Teachers integrate the activities with their scholastic activities
subjects. enhancing Literary
• Each child is encouraged to participate in and Creative/
activities that build on their cognitive, Scientific/
affective and psychomotor domains. Information and
• Students are encouraged to participate Communication
in such activities at National and Intern- Technology/
ational Levels. Organizational
• Regular feedback is provided to students Leadership/ Aesthetic
and parents. Activities
• The Policy is effectively implemented, • Consolidated Time
monitored and reviewed at regular Table of all classes in
intervals. school reflecting the
2.4.1.2 • Each child/student is encouraged to 3 periods allocated for
participate in some activity or the other so these activities
that 'No Child is Left Behind' from • Class Wise Tracker
participation in these activities organized • Lesson plans of
at class/school/ interschool level. different subjects
• Records of their participation and depicting integration
achievements are maintained. of such activities
• Students are encouraged to participate in • Documents
Intra School/Inter school events. (Certificates or school
magazine and
2.4.1.3 • The school provides adequate facilities to 2 website) reflecting
the students and maintains records. participation of
2.4.1.4 • The school provides facilities to selective 1 students in these
students for participating in some activities at the Zonal
activities. / State/ National/
International Level
• Mentoring,
Monitoring and
Reviewing Practices
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2.5.1 School has a Policy for promoting Health and Physical Education in Students.
2.5.1.1 • A clearly documented School Policy for 4 • School Policy for SQAAF • CBSE
promoting Health and Physical Education mandatory PE and Document:
in students is in place. Sports 'Mainstrea
• PE and Sports are reflected centrally in • Annual PE and Sports ming PE
School Development Plan. Calendar and Sports'
• Students, staff, parents and community • Minutes of Meetings • CBSE
contribute to it regularly. with Stakeholders Circulars
• The Policy is monitored and reviewed • Complaint/Suggestion
regularly at periodic intervals and changes Management
made accordingly.
2.5.1.2 • PE and Sports is implemented across the 3

school and a plan shared with the
2.5.1.3 • Some attention is given to PE and Sports 2

but there is no Policy or statement that is
shared with parents or the community.
2.5.1.4 • Limited or no attention given to PE or 1

Sports.
2.5.2 School has a strong leadership and management of PE and Sports.
2.5.2.1 • Policy for MPE and Sports is in place. 4 • School PE Policy SQAAF • CBSE
• School Leadership and Management are Document Document:
committed to implementing the detailed • PE Development Plan 'Mainstrea
PE development plan through PE • Staff List along with ming PE
Coordinator and a Committee comprising their roles and and Sports'
of staff, parents and students. responsibilities • CBSE
• There are stringent monitoring and • Student records Circulars
reviewing practices to ensure • Complaint/Suggestion
enhancement in the PE and Sports Management
Program. • Mentoring,
Monitoring and
2.5.2.2 • School Coordinator is skilled and has 3 Reviewing Practices
developed core vision with staff support.
• Strong Planning and execution is
evidenced across the Board.
2.5.2.3 • Head of school understands the 2
importance of PE and school sports and
there is an identified PE Coordinator.
2.5.2.4 • There is an identified Sports Period in the 1
Time Table.
2.5.3.1 • School Policy on PE is in place. 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE

• All staff are competent, confident and • Record of PE Document:
capable of excellent delivery of PE Personnel Training 'Mainstrea
lessons. • Time Table ming PE
• Cross curricular approach is encouraged. • List of Activities and Sports'
• The diversity of activities gives pupil • List of • CBSE
confidence to try new things in a range of Guests/talented Circulars
environments. Professionals
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• Students are exposed to talented • Student Participation
professional and passionate sports Records
persons in order to encourage them to • Teacher Pupil Ratio
pursue a healthy life style. • Mentoring,
• The activities are stringently monitored, Monitoring and
and reviewed. Reviewing Practices
2.5.3.2 • Staff is confident and competent and uses 3

innovative strategies to generate interest
in leading a healthy life style.
• Children are provided with opportunities
to explore their talent and build skills.
2.5.3.3 • Staff takes the sports periods regularly 2
and ensures that students are present.
2.5.3.4 • Staff takes sports period. 1
2.5.4.1 • School Policy on mainstreaming PE is in 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE

place. • Consolidated Time Document:
• PE activities are carried out for at least one Table 'Mainstrea
hour every day of the week. (five to six • List of PE Teachers ming PE
hours in a week) with their roles and and Sports'
• The activities are effectively responsibilities • CBSE
implemented, monitored and reviewed at • Teacher wise Time Circulars
regular intervals. Table
• Mentoring,
2.5.4.2 • Students participate in activities around 3 Monitoring and
MPE for four hours in a week. Reviewing Practices
2.5.4.3 • Students are involved in sports and games 2
as per their sports period.
2.5.4.4 • Students play on their own in the 1
designated period.
2.5.5 Assessment is as per the learning outcomes and the grade given in the curriculum document.
2.5.5.1 • The School Policy on mainstreaming PE is 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE

in place. • Time Table Document:
• All teachers are confident, competent and • Sample Lesson Plans 'Mainstrea
capable of assessing learning outcomes • Assessment standards ming PE
using prescribed assessment standards. • Mentoring, and Sports'
• There is a mechanism for mentoring, Monitoring and • CBSE
monitoring and reviewing the assessment Reviewing Practices Circulars
process.
2.5.5.2 • Most staff are capable of and competent 3
in the use of assessment standards across
the four strands.
2.5.5.3 • Varied level of staff competence and most 2
teachers do not apply assessment
standards.
2.5.5.4 • Hardly any level of staff competence in 1
assessing students.
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2.5.6.1 • The School Policy on MPE and Sports is in 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE
place. • CBPs for Teachers Document:
• The School Calendar reflects ongoing • School calendar 'Mainstrea
activities and programmes for all • Records of Health ming PE
stakeholders which ensure that the awareness and Sports'
stakeholders are enabled to make the right programmes for • CBSE
choices to lead a healthy life style. students, teachers Circulars
• Subject teachers integrate PE in their and other community
curriculum. members
• The programme is effectively implemented, • Counsellor Records
monitored and reviewed at regular • Health Records
intervals. • Mentoring,
• Records and data are maintained to identify Monitoring and
measurable indicators. Reviewing Practices
2.5.6.2 • Regular Programmes are organized by the 3
school on making Healthy Life Style
Choices.
• Stakeholders actively participate in the
programmes.
2.5.6.3 • The teachers encourage students to lead a 2
healthy life style.
2.5.6.4 • The teachers encourage students to 1
participate in the Sports Period.
2.5.7 Inclusive PE and Sport is an important aspect of school ambience.
2.5.7.1 • School Policy on MPE and Sports is in place. 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE
• Extensive range of activities under MPE are • CBPs for staff Document:
available and opportunities for students • Record of 'Mainstrea
with learning difficulties and different identification of ming PE
abilities are created; links with community
clubs created and achievements celebrated student needs and Sports'
and shared. • Record of PE activities • CBSE
• The programme is effecitively for inclusion of Circulars
implemented, monitored and reviewed at students with
regular intervals. disabilities
2.5.7.2 • Focus on inclusive practices and regular 3 • Record of student
competitions are held both within and participation
between schools and most students get to • Counsellor Records
participate in these programs. • Mentoring,
Monitoring and
2.5.7.3 • Limited sports opportunities are provided 2 Reviewing Practices
to the students with different abilities.
2.5.7.4 • Basic opportunities for all pupils are 1
available although inclusive practices are
not evidenced.
2.5.8 PE follows an integrated approach and all the four strands of MPE are a part of the larger curriculum.
2.5.8.1 • School Policy on MPE and Sport is in place. 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE
• SEWA, Games and Sports, Adventure and • CBPs for Teachers Document:
Health and Fitness-all these strands are • Minutes of Meetings 'Mainstrea
interwoven in the curriculum and Departmental ming PE
opportunities provided to each student to Meetings and Sports'
participate in each activity. • Consolidated Time • CBSE
• Effective implementation, monitoring and Table Circulars
reviewing is evidenced. • Class wise Time Table
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2.5.8.2 • Most students participate in all the 3 • Record of student
strands in age appropriate ways. participation and
outcomes
2.5.8.3 • Some students actively participate in 2 • Record of activities
some of the four strands of MPE. conducted in each
2.5.8.4 • Few students participate in all the four 1 strand at secondary
strands. level
• Mentoring,
Monitoring and
Reviewing Practices
2.6.1.1 • There is well defined policy for 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE-2009
implementing Life Skills Education. • CBPs for Teachers and (Section
• Teachers have created resources for students 29.2)
equipping all students with all the desired • Availability of Life • NCF 2005
Life Skills required to be successful in 21st Skills Manuals • CBSE
century. • Annual School Advisories
• Life Skills Programme is well integrated in Curriculum Plan and
the whole school plan. • Teachers Diary along Circulars
• Life Skills Programme is effectively Lesson plans
implemented, monitored and reviewed at • Consolidated School
regular intervals. Time Table
• Student Outcomes
2.6.1.2 • Besides time set aside for Life Skills, 3
• Anecdotal Records
capacity building programmes are
organized for teachers and students. • Portfolios of students
• Life Skills Education is imparted through • Mentoring,
regular classroom teaching. Monitoring and
• The Life Skills Education Programme is Reviewing Practices
planned and implemented for all the
classes.
2.6.1.3 • The Life Skills Programme is planned and 2
implemented for secondary classes only.
• School Counsellor or class teacher is
responsible for imparting Life Skills
Education.
• Life Skills activities are conducted using
the CBSE Life Skills Manuals.
2.6.1.4 • The school has CBSE Life Skills Manuals in 4
its library. There is no organized
programmme for the development of Life
Skills but carried out in an informal way.
2.7 Value Education
2.7.1 The school has a well-integrated Value Education Programme.
2.7.1.1 • There is well defined policy for imparting 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE-2009
Values Education which is effectively • CBPs for teachers (Section
implemented, monitored and reviewed • CBSE Values 29.2)
touching regularly. Education Kit • NCF 2005
• Teachers have created activities for • School Curriculum • WHO Policy
promoting values among students Plan • CBSE
through integration with curriculum. • Teachers Diary along Advisories
• Values Education is integrated in with lesson plans and
whole school plan and implemented • Consolidated School Circulars
accordingly. Time Table
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2.7.1.2 • The school has a planned programme for 3 • Anecdotal Records
inculcating values among students. • Portfolios of students
• The school has CBSE Values Education Kit • Student outcomes
for the ready reference of teachers. • Mentoring,
• Capacity Building programmes are Monitoring and
organized for teachers to enhance their Reviewing Practices
skills for the effective implementation of
values education programme in the
school.
2.7.1.3 • Varied co-curricular activities are 2
conducted by the school to inculcate
values among students but there is no
plan as such.
2.7.1.4 • Inculcation of values in students through 1
school assembly only.
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DOMAIN 3: INFRASTRUCTURE - Adequacy, Functionality, Aesthetics and Safety
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 and 3.1 Classrooms, library, laboratories, computer labs and ICT facilities
Sub-Sub Domains 3.1.1 The school has sufficient classrooms conducive to learning.
3.1.2 The School Library facilitates effective delivery/implementation
of its educational programmes.
3.1.3 Laboratories are available to support learning activities.
3.1.4 Computer and other ICT facilities are available to support
different administrative and educational activities in the school.
3.2 Principal's Office, Staff room and Administrative Offices
3.2.1 The school has sufficient space for Principal, staff and
administration as per requirements.
3.3 Infirmary and Health Management Facilities
3.3.1 The school has effective health management facilities.
3.4 Water, Sanitation Facilities and Waste Management
3.4.1 The school provides safe drinking water; adequate sanitation
facilities and follows effective waste management practices.
3.5 Furniture
3.5.1 The school has adequate, safe, comfortable, age appropriate and
aesthetically designed furniture.
3.6 Lighting and Ventilation
3.6.1 The school building is designed for natural lighting and ventilation
in keeping with the best international norms.
3.7 Disaster Management Provisions
3.7.1 Adequate provisions/ effective measures are in place for Disaster
Management.
3.8 Eco friendly orientation, aesthetics, lawns and green plants
3.8.1 The school practices eco-friendly processes.
3.9 Safety Provisions
3.9.1 The school ensures safety measures as per statutory
requirements and as defined by the Board from time to time.
3.10 Playground and Sports Facilities
3.10.1 Indoor and outdoor sport facilities are available and support
differently-abled students.
3.11 Rooms for Activities - Art, Sculpture, Music, Dance, Theatre,
Technology
3.11.1 The school has adequate number of activity rooms for art,
sculpture, music, dance, theatre and technology.
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Courtesy :
DOMAIN 3: INFRASTRUCTURE - ADEQUACY, FUNCTIONALITY, AESTHETICS AND SAFETY
Records Circulars
3.1 Classrooms, Library, Laboratory, Computer Labs and ICT Facilities
3.1.1 The school has sufficient classrooms conducive to learning.
3.1.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to 4 • School Policy •SQAAF • RTE Act
infrastructure is in place. • Physical Verification •School • CBSE
• The school has integrated classrooms • Scanned photographs Visit Circulars
which have space for students: student • Stock register •Stude
and teacher: student interactions; have • School Improvement nt
aesthetic features, ICT facilities and easy Plan Questi
access for differently abled. • Monitoring and -onnai
• There is an ongoing mechanism to assess reviewing practices re
the infrastructure needs of the students. •Parent
Questi
3.1.1.2 • Classrooms are designed to provide for 3 -onnai
varied learning needs and suitable for re
different levels.
3.1.1.3 • Classrooms are available as per statutory 2
norms.
3.1.1.4 • Classrooms are available but short of 1
statutory norms.
3.1.2 The School Library facilitates effective delivery/implementation of its educational programmes.
3.1.2.1 • The School Policy with regard to the 4 • School Policy •SQAAF • RTE Act
effective usage of library is in place. • Budget Allocation •School • CBSE
• The school library: • Stock Registers Visit Affiliation
v is aesthetically designed • Process of •Stud- Bye Laws
v provides access to internet, e-library Procurement of books ent • Circulars
and various digital media to both • Consolidated time and • CBSE Book
teachers and students table Teach on Library
v has separate reference facilities for • Onsite verification er Management
teachers to facilitate learning. • Student, teacher and Questi
• The books do not contain material parent accession -onnai
offensive to any gender, race, religion or registers/e-issue data re
community. • Library Log Book
• The Library is optimally and effectively • Mentoring,
used by students and teachers alike and is Monitoring and
upgraded at regular intervals. Reviewing Practices
• The Librarian uses innovative techniques
to encourage students to read.
• Student views and suggestions are taken
to procure relevant and age appropriate
books.
• The Library is accessible to parents and
community also.
• Regular review of the needs of students
and staff and appropriate action plan is
evidenced.
3.1.2.2 • The school library resources are utilized 3
by teachers and students; it has separate
reference section and a Reading Room.
• Books are regularly updated to meet the
developmental needs of learners of both
the genders and all age groups.
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3.1.2.3 • The school library has adequate resources 2
as per norms and students visit the Library
as per their allotted period.
3.1.2.4 • The school library is a room with a few 1
books.
3.1.3.1 • The School Policy with regard to the 4 • School Policy SQAAF •CBSE
effective usage of laboratories is in place. • Budget Allocation Affiliation
• The laboratory facilities are more than • Stock registers of Bye Laws
adequate, and there is optimal utilization different laboratories • Curriculum
by all students. • Lab usage registers Documents
• Resources are added based on teacher • Consolidated time • Lab Manuals
and student feedback. table
• All safety and security compliances are • List of non-teaching
met with. staff members with
• The school has additional experiential roles and
lab(s) and mobile lab(s) for developing responsibilities
scientific temperament. • Onsite verification of
• Ongoing review of resources and the laboratories to
subsequent action plan is evidenced. see for display of
charts on safety
3.1.3.2 • Laboratories and related emergency 3
measures to be
management facilities are available.
adopted in the
• Teachers and students of both the
laboratory
genders are adequately trained to
• Need assessment
demonstrate safe and careful use of
forms
equipment.
• Procurement
3.1.3.3 • The school has only Science and 2 procedure for lab
Mathematics laboratories which are sub- equipment
optimally utilized. • Mentoring,
• Safety measures are not in place. Monitoring and
Reviewing Practices
3.1.3.4 • The school has only Science laboratory 1
with few equipment.
• Resources are sub optimally utilized and
without proper safety features.
Computer and other ICT facilities are available to support different
3.1.4
administrative and educational activities in the school.
3.1.4.1 • There is a well-defined Policy for 4 • School Policy • SQAAF • CBSE
technology integration in school with a • Budget Allocation • School Affiliation
robust Blue Print. • Log books maintained Visit Bye Laws
• There are more than adequate computers in school for students, • Stud- • Curriculum
(1:2 students per computer/laptop/ parents and other ent & Documents
tablet), high speed/strength internet stakeholders Teacher • Lab
facility. • Attendance Registers Quest- Manuals
• ICT facilities are: maintained for ionna- • Circulars
v integrated with the learning design computer class for ire • ICT Policy
v optimally utilized for appropriate the students of
instructional transaction, record different classes
keeping and other administrative work. • Consolidated Time
• Student outcomes are clearly visible in the Table of all classes
school activities and in the Computer Lab. • Student Outcomes
• Parents are oriented towards digitalization Details
of school processes. • Teachers' Diary to see
integration of ICT in
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• Computer Lab is accessible to parents and teaching learning
community. process related with
• Ongoing review of equipment and scholastic and co-
facilities is evidenced together with an scholastic aspects
action plan for improvement . • ICT content taught to
students
3.1.4.2 • Computer and ICT facilities for Scholastic, 3
• School website and
Co-Scholastic activities, and School
SMS system or any
Information Management are available.
other evidence of
• Facilities are regularly upgraded and
usage of ICT and
effectively utilized.
computers for
• Integration of ICT with the learning design
disseminating
of some subjects and a few activities is
information to all its
evidenced.
stakeholders
3.1.4.3 • Computer and ICT facilities are available 2 • Records of orientation
which are used by teachers and students. programmes for
stakeholders
3.1.4.4 • Few computers are available in the school. 1 • Mentoring,
Monitoring and
Reviewing Practices
3.2 Principal's Office, Staff Room and Administration Offices
3.2.1 The school has sufficient space for Principal, Staff and Administration as per requirements.
3.2.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to the 4 • School Policy •SQAAF • CBSE
provision of facilities for school staff and • Photographs •School Affiliation
principal is in place. • School building plan Visit Bye Laws
• The school has aesthetically designed • School budget
offices, equipped with relevant ICT • Onsite verification
facilities for Principal, Teaching Staff and • Monitoring and
Administrative Staff as well as for non- reviewing practices
teaching staff.
• Review of infrastructure and aesthetics at
regular intervals is evidenced.
3.2.1.2 • In addition to the Principal and 3
Administrative Offices, a separate Staff
Room(s) is/are available for teachers.
3.2.1.3 • The school has a common office for 2
Principal, Administrative Staff and for
other purposes.
3.2.1.4 • The school has a Principal's Office only. 1
3.3 Infirmary (Medical room) and Health Management facilities
3.3.1.1 • The Policy for a Health Promoting School 4 • School Policy •SQAAF • CBSE
is in place. • Onsite verification •School Affiliation
• Emergency protocols are followed. • Well equipped Visit Bye Laws
• All teachers are trained in first aid. infirmary • CBSE
• School has a full-time doctor and a nurse. • Health Cards of Circulars
• The school medical room is equipped to Students and
handle medical emergencies. • Records of health Advisories
• Equal comfort level is offered to both the checkup of the
genders. students and teachers
• Effective communication system is in
place for Health Management.
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• School Health and Wellness Club is the • Records of provision
focal point of school health promotion
• School health co-ordinator assists in the of female nurse along
implementation and co-ordination of with a male doctor or
school health policies and programs. vice versa
• Emergency medical care numbers are • Tie up with a nearby
displayed at prominent places in the
school. Hospital and provision
• The school health programmes are of an Ambulance
formally monitored, reviewed and • Emergency Protocols
appropriate actions taken.
• All statutory requirements as per • CBPs attended by
mandate are followed. teachers
• Regular Capacity Building Programmes for • Talks by eminent
all stakeholders to encourage healthy
Lifestyle. personalities in the
field of Health
3.3.1.2 • A full-time nurse is available to attend to 3 • Workshops for
the needs of the students. Records are
duly maintained. students and parents
• Regular Health Check-ups are conducted • Mentoring,
and report is shared with the parents. Monitoring and
• Relevant medical records of all students Reviewing Practices
are updated with parental support.
• Health Cards of all students are
maintained with special focus on
immunization.
• The school has tie up with a local nearest
hospital to meet emergency needs.
• School is complaint with all statutory
requirements.
3.3.1.3 • School has an infirmary/sick room but not 2

manned by a doctor/nurse at all times.
• A few teachers are trained in first aid.
• Health Check-ups of students are
conducted.
3.3.1.4 • School has a first aid kit with necessary 1
medicines and other supplies for
emergency which are within the expiry
period.
3.4.1.1 • The School Policy for the provision of safe 4 • School Policy • SQAAF • CBSE
drinking water; clean and adequate • Onsite verification • School Affiliation
sanitation facilities and waste • Standard Operating Visit Bye Laws
management is in place. Procedures for • Sanitation
• P ro v i s i o n o f m e n st r u a l hyg i e n e Maintenance and Policy
management facilities like proper Repair • CBSE
disposal facilities for menstrual waste, • Budget Provision for Circulars and
including an incinerator and dust bins. Sanitation and Waste Advisories
• Washroom/toilet doors have child- Management of Solid,
friendly latch. Liquid and e-waste
• Toilet(s) for Children with Special Needs • Certificate of safe
(CWSN) with necessary provisions is drinking water from
available. Competent Authority
• Visuals depicting key hygiene messages of the Area as per
and use of water conserving techniques Affiliation Bye Laws of
are available in all the toilets, hand the Board
washing areas and water drinking places.
• Provision of Sanitary Pad dispenser in
girls' toilets.
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• Regular/daily inspection of water and • Sanitation Inspection
sanitation facilities by a committee Reports
/person appointed for the task. • Mentoring,
• Sufficient water is available at all times for Monitoring and
different purposes in the school. Reviewing Practices
• The waste generated is disposed off • Adequate number of
/recycled safely without any kind of separate toilets for
contamination to any natural resources or boys and girls
endangering the health of its stakeholders
and without compromising on the
aesthetics in and around the school.
• The school caters to a clean environment
by enforcing stringent monitoring and
review practices.
• School is complaint with all statutory
norms.
3.4.1.2 • Sufficient group hand washing facilities 3
are available and are easily scalable.
• All water, sanitation and hand washing
facilities are kept clean; hygienic
conditions are maintained and are
regularly repaired.
• There is regular supply of cleaning
materials, soap, disinfectants, brooms,
brushes, buckets etc.
• All disinfectants and cleaning materials
are kept away from the reach of the
students.
• There are working locks on the toilet
doors.
• There is provision of proper lighting,
exhaust fans and dust bins in the toilets.
• There is provision of separate and clean
toilets for male and female staff.
• Water filter/purifier is available in the
school.
• Water quality is tested periodically.
• Dust bins are available in all the
classrooms and labs and are kept clean.
• School has a proper maintained drainage
system and system for disposal of waste
and garbage.
3.4.1.3 • The number of toilets is in proportion to 2
number of students.
• Toilets are kept clean.
• Hand washing facility with soap
dispensers and tissues.
• There is provision of proper lighting in the
toilets.
• There is facility for safe drinking water
with adequate number of water taps for
all the students, located at convenient
points within the building.
• There is no water logging in the drinking
area and in the toilets.
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• The school has a drainage system.
• Dust bins are available in all the corridors
in the school.
3.4.1.4 • The school has separate functional toilets 1
for boys and girls.
• Hand washing facility is available.
• There is facility for drinking water with a
few number of water taps for all the
students, located at a convenient point
within the building.
• Dustbins are available at a few places in
the school.
3.5 Furniture
3.5.1 The school has adequate, safe, comfortable, age appropriate and aesthetically designed furniture.
3.5.1.1 • The school policy with regard to the 4 • School Policy •SQAAF • CBSE
provision of furniture is in place. • Onsite verification •School Affiliation
• Aesthetically designed, age appropriate • Photographs Visit Bye Laws
and safe furniture is available in the • List of classrooms, •Student
school. activity rooms, Questio
• Additional furniture is visible in order to learning spaces nnaire
engage students in multiple activities and • Review practices for
enhance their skills. school improvement
• Special furniture is available for
differently abled students.
• The infrastructure is periodically reviewed
and changes made as per requirements
3.5.1.2 • Furniture is safe, adequate, comfortable 3

and age appropriate.
3.5.1.3 • Adequate furniture is available as per the 2

number of students and teaching learning
demands.
3.5.1.4 • Very minimal furniture is available as per 1

the teaching learning requirements.
The school building is designed for natural lighting and ventilation
3.6.1
3.6.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to the 4 • School Policy •SQAAF •CBSE
provision of conducive environment to • School Building Plan •School Affiliation
students is in place. • Onsite verification Visit Bye Laws
• The entire school building is well lit and • Monitoring and •Stude •Recommend
ventilated with temperatures conducive reviewing practices nt ations for
for learning and working as per norms. Questi Basic
• Review mechanism to ensure a well-lit onnair Requiremen
school is evidenced. e ts of School
3.6.1.2 • Enough attention being paid to natural 3 Building,
lighting and cross ventilation in building 2006
design.
3.6.1.3 • There is illumination and cross ventilation 2
in most of the classrooms.
3.6.1.4 • The school has no proper lighting and 1
ventilation in the classrooms and other
rooms.
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3.7.1 Adequate provisions/ effective measures are in place for Disaster Management.
3.7.1.1 • T h e S c h o o l P o l i c y o n D i s a s t e r 4 • School Policy •SQAAF •CBSE

Management is in place. • Availability of: •School Affiliation
• All students, teachers, non-teaching staff v fire extinguishers Visit Bye Laws
are well trained to manage all kinds of along with anti-fire •School •CBSE
disasters and conduct evacuation drills in gel at each floor, Safety Circulars
minimum time. first aid kits in all Check- •CBSE
• Stringent provisions for emergency classrooms, list Disaster
management are in place in terms of Principal's room, Management
infrastructure and behaviour patterns. medical room and Books
• Evacuation Plans and Emergency school vehicles •School Safety
Protocols are displayed all over the school. v blankets Checklist
• The Policy is monitored and reviewed at v stretches
regular intervals. v fire sprinklers
v fire buckets filled
with sand
3.7.1.2 • The school stakeholders of both the 3 • Action plan or annual
ge n d e rs a re t ra i n e d to m a n a ge calendar for
emergencies and disasters with enough conducting mock
practice in conducting mock drills and drills throughout the
evacuation drills. year
3.7.1.3 • T h e s c h o o l h a s s o m e d i s a s t e r 2 • Emergency protocols
management equipment and school • Records of mock
stakeholders are aware of the drills. evacuation drills
• Communication Tree
3.7.1.4 • There is only first aid kit available in the 1 • Mentoring,
school and school stakeholders are not Monitoring and
aware of emergency drills. Reviewing Practices
3.8 Eco-friendly Orientation, Aesthetics, Lawns and Green Plants
3.8.1.1 • The School Policy on eco-friendly practices 4 • School Policy •SQAAF •RTE Act
is in place. • Budget Allocation •School •CBSE
• The school practices eco-friendly activities • List of human Visit Affiliation
like vermi composting, rain water resources responsible Bye Laws
harvesting, use of solar energy, segregation
of waste at source, recycling of waste, safe for keeping the •CBSE
disposal of e-waste, effective water surroundings clean Environment
conservation activities and/or other • Records of Manuals
activities which help in reducing the carbon community outreach •CBSE
footprint. programmes to create
• Energy audit and audit of rubbish created Guidelines
awareness related to
by school is conducted regularly. and
environment issues in
• Eco-friendly practices are integrated in the the community Advisories
school Calendar. • Photographs of eco-
• "lights-off" hour once per week is friendly practices in
observed. the school
• The eco-friendly practices in the school are • Scanned photographs
a role model for students, parents,
teachers and the wider community. of the surroundings of
• The Eco-friendly practices are monitored the school
and reviewed at regular intervals. • School Calendar with
list of activities that
3.8.1.2 • The school displays neat and clean 3 promote eco-friendly
surroundings around it and creates values
awareness on environmental issues in the • Mentoring,
community through a number of activities. Monitoring and
• Use of energy saving and energy efficient Reviewing Practices
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electrical equipment.
• School has compost pits.
• Students of all levels - primary to secondary
and senior secondary participate in eco-
club activities.
3.8.1.3 • The school premises are aesthetically 2

maintained with lawns and green plants.
• School has an eco-club and only a few
students of senior classes participate in it.
3.8.1.4 • The school premises are neat and 1

clean.

The school ensures safety measures as per statutory requirements and as
3.9.1 defined by the Board from time to time.
3.9.1.1 • Policy for a Safe and Secure School is in 4 • School Policy SQAAF •CBSE
place. • Action plan for Safety affiliation
• The school has Committees for Child dealing with Check- Bye Laws
Protection and Safety as per norms. emergency list •CBSE
• All Statutory Compliances are in place. • Emergency Protocols Circulars and
• The Committees prepare plan of action and statutory Guidelines
for ensuring overall safety of children. Guidelines for •Disaster
• Awareness programmes are conducted transport, classrooms, Management
for the school staff and other stakeholders corridors, washrooms, Books by
to sensitize them on safety measures. transition time, CBSE
• The Plan is implemented, monitored and routing time, one day •Safety
reviewed at regular intervals. trips, excursions, Checklist
functions, events etc.
3.9.1.2 • School does not have a policy; but safety 3 • Evidences of training
related duties are assigned to the staff. sessions for school
• School has tie up with local agencies for staff and other
handling emergency situations. stakeholders on safety
• School ensures the presence of personnel related matters
to regulate traffic during peak hours • School visit
outside the school. • Infrastructural
• Safety of the students is ensured when requirements
taken for field trips and excursions. • Safety certificates
• School ensures safe transport facilities for • Evidences of tie up
the students and follows all the guidelines with local agencies for
as prescribed by the Board with regard to handling emergencies
it from time to time. • CPC
3.9.1.3 • School does not have a policy but ensures 2 • Anti Bullying
necessary safety provisions eg. display of • Sexual Harassment
necessary information, safety equipment, Policy
emergency contact numbers, emergency • POCSO Act Awareness
exits, first aid kits, etc. inside the school • Mentoring,
premises and its surroundings. Monitoring and
• Proper records of movement of vendors Reviewing Practices
and visitors in the school are maintained.
3.9.1.4 • School has no policy or plan or action 1
except certificates of inspection for safety
of school building, fire safety and safe
drinking water certificate on file.
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3.10.1 Indoor and outdoor sport facilities are available and support differently-abled students.
3.10.1.1 • School Sports policy is in place. 4 • School Policy •SQAAF •CBSE

• Aesthetically designed and regularly • School Building Plan •School Affiliation
maintained playgrounds. • Budget Allocation Visit Bye Laws
• Provision of multi courts and diverse • CBPs for Teachers •CBSE
sports and games facilities . • Annual Calendar of Circulars
• Optimal utilization of school playground. MPE and Sports and
• Facility for coaching or special training for • List of staff members Advisories
sports is available. with roles and
• Provision of sports facilities for children responsibilities
with special needs. • Stock Register for
• Yoga is part of the outdoor activities. sports and games
• Intra and Inter school events are • Consolidated time
organized in the school playground. table of all classes
• Regular monitoring and reviewing • Student Year Book
practices are evidenced. • School Website
• Physical verification
3.10.1.2 • School has a playground meeting 3 • Mentoring,
minimum statutory requirements and is Monitoring and
optimally used for multiple sports and Reviewing Practices
other activities including yoga.
• Inter school and intra school sports events
are organized and conducted in the
school.
• Provision of equal sports and games
facilities to all students regardless of
gender.
3.10.1.3 • School has a playground meeting 2

minimum statutory requirements and is
used for only one/two sports and other
activities.
• Equipment is maintained and made
available as and when required.
• Playground activities are supervised.
• Records and inventories are maintained.
3.10.1.4 • School does not have its own playground 1
but has an alternate arrangement like use
of playground of a neighbourhood school
or a community space.
• School has limited sports material /
equipment.
3.11 Activity Rooms
3.11.1 The school has adequate number of activity rooms for art, sculpture, music, dance, theatre & technology.
3.11.1.1 • The School Policy for development of 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE Act
Aesthetics, Art and Culture in students is • Budget Allocation • CBSE
well in place. • List of Activity Rooms Circulars
• Activity rooms are well designed and • List of equipment
equipped to meet the diverse interests of • Log Book
students. • Maintenance Record
• Open spaces are well utilized to develop a • Display of Learning
culture of art and aesthetics. Outcomes
• Age appropriate equipment are available • Physical Verification
in more than adequate number. • Photographs
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• Equipment is effectively utilized and well • Website
maintained. • Newsletters
• Mentoring,
3.11.1.2 • School has adequate number of activity 3 Monitoring and
rooms for both primary and senior school Reviewing Practices
students and they are optimally utilized.
3.11.1.3 • School has one or two rooms together 2

with a multi-purpose space which is
utilized for activities.
3.11.1.4 • School has one or two rooms which are 1

used as activity rooms.
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DOMAIN 4: HUMAN RESOURCES
Staff forms an integral part of any school and is responsible for ensuring student outcomes in both
scholastic and co-scholastic aspects and is responsible for the connect between parents, students
and school. This domain first adheres to the major boundaries of recruitment of adequate number
of staff and then moves on to mandate Service Rules and Records, Recruitment Practices, Academic
Supervision and Continuing Professional Development. School staff refers to all employees both
teaching and non-teaching.
Policies and practices for staff that are conducive to a working environment, are nurturing in nature,
promote and encourage innovation and collaboration - are the hall marks of a learning
organization.
The involvement of stakeholders and family and community partnerships with schools are
instrumental in ensuring that students attain their specific and targeted goals. Parents, students,
alumni and community are also the resources for the school that support the school in achieving its
educational objectives.
Sub Domains and 4.1 School Staff – teaching and non-teaching

Sub-Sub Domains 4.1.1 The school recruits qualified and competent staff (teaching and
non- teaching) that is sufficient in number to support fulfillment
of school mission and objectives.
4.1.2 The school has an induction policy in place for the new employees.
4.1.3 The school conducts staff appraisal.
4.1.4 The school carries out staff development programmes and
capacity building of teachers.
4.1.5 The school decides the salary and other allowances as per state
norms/central norms.
4.1.6 The school provides staff incentives and appreciation.
4.1.7 The school has a well-developed mechanism of mentoring of
teachers.
4.2 Parents
4.2.1 Parents interface with school.
4.3 Students
4.3.1 Students as Resources.
4.4 Alumni
4.4.1 The school interacts with Alumni.
4.5 Community
4.5.1 The school is committed to fostering effective school community
partnership for providing enriching opportunities to enhance
students' achievement and wellbeing.
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Courtesy :
Records Circulars
4.1 School Staff
The school recruits qualified and competent staff (teaching and non-teaching)
4.1.1 that is sufficient in number to support fulfillment of school mission and objectives.
4.1.1.1 • The School Recruitment Policy is in place. 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE Act
• The school employs sufficient number of • SOP for recruitment • RTE Model
staff for scholastic and co-scholastic of employees Rules
activities; administrative; housekeeping; • Criteria with proper • CBSE
security etc. rubrics for the Affiliation
• The school complies with all recruitment selection of Bye Laws
norms including background checks. candidates
• The school also appoints full time • List of members in the
counselor(s) and special educator(s) interview panel
depending upon the number of students. • HR Manual or
• The school maximizes each Human Employees Handbook
Resource. • Minutes of Staff
• The school employs teaching staff on the Selection Panel
basis of written test; face to face interview • Staff Records and
and demonstration of competency in a Staff Personal Files
'real' class. (The Assessing Team
• Monitoring and reviewing practices are in may also see the
place. advertisements for
recruitment of staff;
4.1.1.2 • The school employs sufficient number of 3
list of applicants)
staff (teaching and non-teaching).
• Work Load of all staff
• The school employs staff; assigns duties
(Teaching and Non-
and other responsibilities as per their
Teaching)
professional competence.
• Mentoring,
4.1.1.3 • The school employs staff as per affiliation 2 Monitoring and
bye laws. Reviewing Practices
4.1.1.4 • The school employs staff without any 1

defined recruitment rules and screening
process.
4.1.2 The school has an Induction Policy in place for the new employees.
4.1.2.1 • The School Induction Policy for its new 4 • School Induction SQAAF • CBSE
employees is in place. Policy Affiliation
• The school assigns a mentor to each new • Staff Handbook Bye Laws
member recruited for a certain period of • Written records or • Circulars
time. minutes of
• The new entrant is coached and mentored orientation or
at regular intervals. induction meetings of
• The principal assigns work/ responsibilities new teaching staff
to the staff as per their knowledge, with the HOD/
competencies and skills. Principal / Manager
• A road map for the personal and • Service Rules for the
professional growth of the employee is non-teaching staff
generated with mutual consensus. • List of staff members
• Monitoring and reviewing at regular along with the duties
intervals is demonstrated. assigned to them
• Mentoring and
Coaching Record
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4.1.2.2 • The school conducts an orientation 3 • Mentoring,
programme which is mandatory for all Monitoring and
staff to attend where new staff members Reviewing Practices
are introduced to the school staff,
familiarized with their roles, duties,
responsibilities and value system of the
school.
4.1.2.3 • New staff are briefed by the concerned 2
H.O.D./Principal/Manager regarding their
duties, activities, etc.
4.1.2.4 • New staff takes up their duties right after 1
they sign their attendance on the first day.
4.1.3.1 • The school has a clear Policy for Staff 4 • School Policy •SQAAF • RTE Act
Appraisal which includes Professional • Staff Appraisal Policy •School • CBSE
Development Measures and Motivation • Staff Manual or Visit Circulars
and Retention of employees. Teacher's Handbook
• The criteria for staff appraisal are • Process of Staff
developed in collaboration with staff Appraisal
members. • Evaluation forms or
• The Principal/HR Head encourages one to feedback report
one discussion with staff at regular • Self-Evaluated Forms
intervals over a period of a year wherein a of Teachers (PINDICS)
SWOT analysis is done and coaching and • Minutes of Meetings-
mentoring provided if needed. conducted to apprise
• The teaching staff is also encouraged to do staff of the various
self-assessment using PINDICS criteria for appraisal
(Performance Indicators) published by
NCERT.
• The staff shares their satisfaction or
concern areas and the school provides
support and assistance wherever
required.
• Opportunity is given to the staff to discuss
the result of their appraisal.
• The school authorities also take
appropriate action after analyzing the
results of the appraisal of the staff.
4.1.3.2 • The school conducts 360-degree appraisal 3

of its staff on the pre-defined criteria
made in consultation with the staff.
• The staff is mentored and coached over a
period of time.
4.1.3.3 • The school conducts a one-time appraisal 2

of all categories of staff on pre-defined
criteria known to the staff.
4.1.3.4 • Appraisal of the teaching staff is done on 1
random basis and on such parameters not
known to the staff.
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4.1.4 The school carries out staff development programmes and capacity building of teachers.
4.1.4.1 • The school has proper written/ 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE Act
documented plan/policy for the capacity • School Annual Budget • CBSE
building of its principal, teachers and • Income and Affiliation
other staff members as per their need. Expenditure Bye Laws
• The school ensures that all teachers have statement of school • RTE Model
gone through Knowledge, Skill and • Action Plan/Policy for Rules
Competencies based workshops over a the professional • National
period of one year. development of Council
• The school ensures that the staff Principals and Framework
implements the takeaways of the CBPs Teachers on Teacher
attended. The staff is mentored and • Certificates of Education
reviewed at regular intervals. participation of the • Circular(s)
• The school collaborates with the schools Principal and all the • CBSE
in its hub and/or other partners to teachers in the Training
enhance capacity building of its teachers. Professional Calendar
• Other than identifying training needs in Development
scholastic and co-scholastics, the school Programmes
also encourages self-upgradation in those • Annual Training
domains or areas which go beyond the Calendar for each
classroom. teacher
• T h e r e i s p r o v i s i o n fo r t e a c h e r • Need Analysis
development in the Annual Budget. • Reports of Self-
upgradation done by
4.1.4.2 • The Principal along with the teaching staff 3 staff members
are periodically involved in self and team- • Mentoring,
development and management Monitoring and
programmes. Reviewing Practices
• Equal opportunities are provided to all the
staff members.
4.1.4.3 • Some teachers are sent for CBPs 2
organized by CBSE Centres of Excellence.
• There is Teachers' Development Report
including their involvement in activities
other than teaching.
4.1.4.4 • Only a few senior teachers are given the 1
opportunity for attending some Capacity
Building Programmes.
4.1.5 The school decides the salary and other allowances as per state norms/central norms.
4.1.5.1 • The school policy with regard to payment 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE Act
of salary and other allowances to the staff • Evidence regarding • CBSE
is in place. payment of salary Affiliation
• The school gives salary according to the through bank, Pay Bye Laws
latest Pay Commission. slips
• The school also provides staff allowances, • Bank Certificate
incentives and appreciation for additional • HR Manual or Service
work including rewards like sponsoring Rules or Teacher's
training etc. Handbook
• Staff salary records
4.1.5.2 • DA and other admissible allowances as 3
• Pass Books of salary
per Central or respective State Govt. rates
account of teachers
are paid to the staff.
• Increments Policy of
4.1.5.3 • Salary is paid to the staff members as per 2 the Central /State /
individual negotiations based on school's Pay Commission
terms and conditions of service.
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4.1.5.4 • Salary is not paid to the school staff as 1 • Records of additional
stated in the affiliation bye laws of the benefits to teachers
Board. and certificates of
teachers'
participation in
training programmes
• Income and
Expenditure
statement of school
4.1.6.1 • Effective implementation of plan or policy 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE - 2009
fo r p rovis io n o f in centives an d • Records of incentives (Section
appreciation to teaching and non- and appreciations 23.3)
teaching staff is in place. awarded to the • RTE Model
• There is regular interaction of Leadership teaching and non- Rules
with staff. teaching staff • CBSE
• Innovative practices to motivate staff for • Staff Salary Records Affiliation
good performance are embedded in the • Staff Personal Files Bye Laws
system. • HR Manual /Teachers
• Feedback mechanism to gauge Manual
satisfaction of employees is in place. • Feedback forms
• Mentoring,
4.1.6.2 • The school has a policy or plan of action 3
Monitoring and
for providing incentives and appreciation
Reviewing Practices
to all its staff members.
• The number of staff members who
receive appreciation or incentives during
the year is high.
4.1.6.3 • Number of staff members (teaching and 2

admin) appreciated or provided
incentives in some form or the other is
negligible.
4.1.6.4 • The school has no written policy for 1
providing incentives or appreciation to its
staff but once in a while the teaching staff
is appreciated either verbally or through
letters of appreciation.
4.1.7 The school has a well-developed mechanism of mentoring of teachers.
4.1.7.1 • The School Policy for the mentoring of 4 • School Policy SQAAF
teachers is in place. • Records of
• There is a mentoring schedule and Departmental and
programme in place. Staff Meetings
• The mentor-mentee meetings are held • HR Manual
every week with an agenda to discuss • Staff Mentoring
improvement in various school processes Meetings
and any issues faced by the teachers. • Checklists for
• Action Plan for improvement is made with mentoring and
mutual consensus. reviewing
• The Plan is monitored and reviewed at • Feedback reports
regular intervals.
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4.1.7.2 • There is a mentoring programme with 3
proper agenda scheduled every month in
which issues or problems of teachers
related with teaching learning process are
discussed and solutions are found
through a collaborative approach.
4.1.7.3 • The mentoring is just restricted to the 2

weekly/fortnightly reports to the Head of
Department.
4.1.7.4 • The mentoring is just restricted to 1
reporting of teachers to the head of the
department as and when called for.
4.2 Parents
4.2.1.1 • Policy for Parental Involvement in place. 4 • School Policy SQAAF RTE Act
• Parents are partners in growth of the • Directory of parents
children and thus school has an open- • PTM records
door policy for parents. • List of names of
• Structured, formal and informal parents who are
interventions of parents in school members of the PTA
activities are evident in the school • Minutes of PTA
calendar. Meetings
• Communication is two-ways. School takes • Records of
feedback from parents constructively and Communication
has an immediate response system in through Circulars,
place. SMS, Website,
• PTMs are regular and attended by most Newsletter, School
parents. Magazine, Google
• Parents are involved in developing and Groups or some other
implementing school policies like School innovative mode like
Development Plan, Safety and Security parent teacher nights
Measures in school etc. • Records of
• Facilities like Library, Computer Labs and participation of
Playgrounds are accessible for the parents' members of
parents. PTA in school
• 'No Parent Left Behind' Policy is activities such as
evidenced. assisting teachers in
• Communication Tree is in place. classrooms, helping in
• Ef f e c t i v e C o m p l a i n t / S u g g e s t i o n organizing excursions,
Management System is in place. camps, sports carnival
• Effective Feedback Mechanism is in place. and other
extracurricular
4.2.1.2 • Interaction of school with parents 3 activities
through different modes throughout the
• Almanac
year.
• Records of parent
• All parents are encouraged to participate
participation other
in school activities in an informal manner.
than PTA members
4.2.1.3 • The school has a Parent Teacher 2 • Parent Participation
Association and the members meet once Tracker
in a year other than PTMs. • Suggestion/Complaint
Management System
4.2.1.4 • The school has very few interactions with 1 • Feedback Mechanism
the parents and that too through Parent • Poll Surveys
Teacher meetings only.
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4.3 Students
4.3.1.1 • Policy for student involvement in school 4 • School Policy SQAAF RTE Act
improvement plans is in place. • Student
• Participation and involvement of students Handbook/School
in the school improvement plan is Almanac
encouraged across the board (pre- • School Calendar
primary - XII). • Anecdotal Records
• The school has a well-integrated calendar • Portfolio
to ensure that students have a voice in the • Counselling Records
target setting of a school improvement • Record of activities
plan and are a part of the Aware that develop Life
Responsible and Empowered Program. skills, Values and
• The feedback from students is used for those that prepare a
Action Research and to set SMART goals student for the 21st
for setting up specific quality processes. century
• The students become positive enablers • Record of students as
for others. resource persons for
• The abilities and competencies of workshops and
students are used effectively to provide conferences
meaningful inputs to their juniors. • Record of students as
• Students are used as resource persons for peer educators
sharing insights into their world which can • Record of student
help schools formulate Health Promoting responsibilities
School Policy. • Records of students
• Students assist in peer and buddy learning as leaders
in scholastic and co-scholastic domains. • Record of inputs from
• Students are provided opportunities to suggestion boxes
exhibit their leadership skills and take on • Complaint/suggestion
responsibility and accountability of age management
appropriate processes in the school. • School Magazine or
• Regular mentoring, monitoring and Photo Gallery on the
reviewing of the policy and its school website
implementation is evidenced. • Mentoring,
Monitoring and
4.3.1.2 • The school has a well-documented 3
Reviewing Practices
process for selection of student council.
• The student council is engaged effectively
in formulating school improvement plans.
• Selective students are provided with an
opportunity to become leaders.
• Buddy programmes and students as
enablers are evidenced in selective
classes.
• Feedback mechanism from students is in
place and complaints and suggestions are
addressed.
4.3.1.3 • The school has a process for selection of 2
student council and there is clarity in the
roles of the members of the student
council.
4.3.1.4 • The school has the student council 1
selected from the senior school who takes
care of their designated roles.
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4.4 Alumni
4.4.1.1 • The school policy for Interface with 4 • School Policy SQAAF
Alumni is in place. • School Alumni
• The school has structured tracking directory
mechanisms regarding alumni and • List of members of
involves them in frequent interface Alumni Association
leading to further development. • Minutes of Alumni
• The Alumni is regularly involved in the Association meeting
School Improvement Programmes. of previous year
• The Alumni are the Brand Ambassadors • Records of
for the school. Communication with
Alumni either
4.4.1.2 • The school has structured platform for 3 electronic
alumni to participate in school activities communication or
regularly like Annual Meet or Annual telephonically
Function, Sports Day, Farewell Parties, • Placement records
Social Nights, etc. • Alumni Tracking
4.4.1.3 • The school has an Alumni Association that 2 Mechanism
meets once a year. • Blue print or action
plan for the
4.4.1.4 • The school has random interaction with 1 involvement of
its alumni. Alumni in school
activities
• School improvement
Plan
4.5 Community
4.5.1 The school is committed to fostering effective school community partnership for providing
enriching opportunities to enhance students' achievement and wellbeing.
4.5.1.1 • The school policy for fostering effective 4 • School Policy SQAAF
relationship with community is in place. • School Improvement
• School leadership and teachers identify Plan
and draw on community resources to • List of members of
enrich their students' learning. SMC
• School and community collaborate to • List of Community
provide interventions for enhancing resources identified
student achievement and wellbeing. and used for
• School maintains and sustains fruitful enhancing student
school community partnership. achievement
• Community plays an active, meaningful • Feedback
and purposeful role in school decision Mechanisms
making. • Evidence of
Community Members
4.5.1.2 • School is aware of the value and 3
as goodwill
importance of school community
ambassadors
partnerships for the good of students and
• Minutes of Meetings
overall growth of the school.
attended by
• School Improvement Plan clearly
Community Members
outlines the role of the community
representatives or partners in achieving
the desired goals.
• The school building is open and accessible
for community beyond school hours.
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4.5.1.3 • School invites community representatives 2
for different activities at special
occasions.
• Community representative members of
the SMC are involved in School
Improvement Planning.
4.5.1.4 • Community representatives are the 1

members of the School Managing
Committee (SMC).
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DOMAIN 5: INCLUSIVE PRACTICES
The school must bring about a fundamental change in its systems and processes in order to
support and address the individual needs of each child. They must adopt effective model of
inclusive education and create such an environment in which all students have an opportunity or
opportunities to flourish. Inclusive schools value all students as equal members of the school
community; engage all students irrespective of their abilities in wide range of activities - both
academic and non-academic.
Sub Domains and 5.1 Barrier free environment

Sub-Sub Domains 5.1.1 The school provides barrier free access in terms of physical
environment to the students with disabilities.
5.1.2 The school provides barrier free access in terms of curriculum to
students with special needs.
5.1.3 The school provides barrier free access in terms of teaching and
assessment to the children with disabilities.
5.2 Games, Sports and other Recreational Facilities
5.2.1 Adequate and appropriate indoor and outdoor games, sports and
other recreational facilities are provided to students with
disabilities.
5.3 Transportation Facilities
5.3.1 The school provides adequate transportation facilities to students
with disabilities.
5.4 Overcoming Attitudinal Barriers
5.4.1 Training and sensitization programmes are conducted for all staff
members by the school with respect to students with disabilities.
5.5 Other Support Services
5.5.1 The school provides support services or resources for its students
with disabilities along with the support resources for the
teachers.
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Courtesy :
Domain 5: Inclusive Practices
Records Circulars
5.1 Barrier free Environment
The school provides barrier free access in terms of
5.1.1 physical environment to the students with disabilities.
5.1.1.1 • School Policy for Inclusion and Inclusive 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE
practices is in place. • CBPs for Teachers Affiliation
• All the parts of the school building are • Onsite verification Bye Laws
accessible either by ramp or by lifts; all the • Scanned photographs • Inclusion
surfaces are non-slippery; handrails have • Monitoring and Policy
been provided in the walkways and the Reviewing Practices • RTE Act
walkways are clear of any hung and
protruding obstructions.
• There is a regular and ongoing mechanism
to review the safety procedures and
infrastructure.
5.1.1.2 • Appropriate visual signage and signage in 3

Braille have been placed at readable
height for the use of students with
disabilities.
• Suitable arrangements as per the needs of
the students are made in the classrooms.
5.1.1.3 • The school has accessible toilets and 2
drinking water outlets for students with
disabilities; the path from the gate to the
school building and playground is clear
and leveled.
5.1.1.4 • The school has a ramp. 1
5.1.2 The school provides barrier free access in terms of curriculum to students with special needs.
5.1.2.1 • The school has written policy and 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE
procedure(s) for identifying the abilities/ • CBPs for Teachers Affiliation
learning needs/styles of the students at • List of members of Bye Laws
the time of admission in order to School Inclusion • Inclusion
determine the educational needs of the Committee Policy
child. • List of • RTE Act
• School has an Inclusion Committee and a recommendations by
resource cell that plans the scholastic and the School Inclusion
co-scholastic needs of each child. Committee
• Curriculum is made flexible in terms of • Teacher's Diary
time, teaching/learning resources, • Curriculum plan
methodology, mode of access, and • Policy document and
presentation in order to meet the procedure for
identified needs of children with identifying the
disabilities in both cognitive and non- abilities/learning
cognitive areas aiming at their holistic needs/styles of these
development. children
• Counsellors and trained staff to handle • List of vocational
children with Special Needs are appointed courses or skill based
in the school. activities offered to
• The counselors, teachers and parents the children
work in collaboration to formulate • Mentoring,
Individual Education Plans for the Monitoring and
children. Reviewing Practices
• The student outcomes are regularly
monitored and reviewed and action plan 63
made based on the analysis.
5.1.2.2 • The school has Inclusion Committee 3
which assists in setting learning goals and
suggests changes in teaching processes,
assessment procedures, etc. and its
recommendations are implemented.
• Vocational courses or skill based activities
are offered as per need for each child.
5.1.2.3 • Teachers are instructed to give extra time 2

to children with special needs for finishing
their classwork/assignments.
5.1.2.4 • Same curriculum is transacted to students 1

with disabilities as to other students
within the regular classroom.
5.1.3 The school provides barrier free access in terms of

teaching and assessment to the children with disabilities.
5.1.3.1 • The school policy for Inclusive Practices is 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE
in place. • CBPs for Teachers Affiliation
• Teachers make use of need based assistive • Teacher's Dairy Bye Laws
devices in the classroom as per the • Records of remedial • Inclusion
disability of students. classes Policy
• The teachers work in close collaboration • List of referred cases • RTE Act
with special educators, parents/guardians, • Record of working in
other teachers, therapists, counselors and collaboration with
administrators. other teachers,
• Teachers evaluate the academic, social, special educators,
emotional and physical development parents, therapists
(progress) of the children, not in • Onsite verification
comparison to others but on the basis of • Performance records
their individual learning plans. of CWSN
• If need be, students with disabilities are • Assessment
worksheets or other
tests or assessment
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taught on one to one basis or in small assignments
groups with the help of special educators • Mentoring,
in collaboration with parents. Monitoring and
• There is a regular and ongoing program Reviewing Practices
for mentoring, monitoring and reviewing
the process.
5.1.3.2 • Teachers attach a buddy to help a child 3

with special needs in scholastic and co-
scholastic activities.
• Teachers make use of a range of teaching
approaches including thematic and cross
curricular approaches.
• Teachers use formative and diagnostic
assessments to recognize the teaching
learning needs of these students and
accordingly organize special remedial
classes for them.
• The teachers refer children with complex
needs (whose progress is inadequate
despite planned interventions) to
5.1.3.3 • Teachers work in collaboration with special 2
educators/counsellors to identify the
learning needs of special children.
• Teachers make use of differentiated
instruction (in terms of teaching methodo-
logies and assessment procedures).
• Teachers organize the classroom and seat
the children to optimize opportunities for
communication, interaction and learning.
• The teachers give extra time to students to
complete their class work and assessments
as per their ability and organize remedial
classes as per their needs.
5.1.3.4 • Teachers teach students with special 1

needs along with other students and
same assessment procedures are
followed.
5.2.1 Adequate and appropriate indoor and outdoor games, sports and other recreational
facilities are provided to students with disabilities.
5.2.1.1 • Policy for Inclusive Practices is in place. 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE
• The school appoints special coaches for • CBPs for teachers Affiliation
students with disabilities. • Stock Register of Bye Laws
• PE teachers are sensitized about the games and sports • Inclusion
needs of students with disabilities and • List of special coaches Policy
make participation in sports a safe and • RTE Act
healthy experience for them.
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• Teachers use special devices or • Record of orientation SQAAF • RTE Act
mechanisms to keep them safe in the programme for PE • CBSE
playground. teacher(s) Circulars
• Teachers have a procedure to know the • Records of physical
abilities of the child and accordingly the examination of
games and sports facilities or other students with
recreational facilities are provided. disabilities
• Mechanism to mentor, monitor and • Records of counselling
review the process is in place. of parents of these
children encouraging
5.2.1.2 • Parents of children with disabilities are 3
them to allow their
counselled to encourage and allow their
children to participate
children to participate in games and
in games and sports
sports activities.
• Student growth chart
• Medical Report and consent is taken from
• Mentoring,
the parents to ascertain if the child is
Monitoring and
medically fit enough to play the desired
Reviewing Practices
game(s) or sport.
5.2.1.3 • Indoor and outdoor games and sports 2

facilities are available for students with
disabilities and are modified to suit their
needs, if required.
5.2.1.4 • Students with disabilities are encouraged 1

to participate in only music, play or
drama.
5.3.1 The school provides adequate transportation facilities to students with disabilities.
5.3.1.1 • The School Policy for Inclusive Practices is 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE
in place. • CBPs for teachers Affiliation
• Drivers and attendants are trained in • Onsite verification / Bye Laws
meeting the needs of students with photographs • Inclusion
disabilities. • Record of orientation Policy
• Transportation related training is given to or sensitization • RTE Act
CWSN, peers and teachers.
programme for
• School Buses are CWSN friendly.
drivers, attendants
• Regular monitoring and reviewing of the
process is evidenced. and students with
disabilities
5.3.1.2 • School buses have almost all the access 3 • Mentoring,
features like seat belts or special belts, Monitoring and
contrast colour on vehicle steps and Reviewing Practices
railing, wheel chair lift (either built in or
manual), non-skid flooring, wide doors
and steps, hand rails, special priority
seating, etc.
5.3.1.3 • Attendants accompany CWSN in the 2

school bus.
5.3.1.4 • Same transportation facilities as provided 1

to the other children in school are
provided to the students with disabilities.
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Training and sensitization programmes are conducted for all staff members by
5.4.1 the school with respect to students with disabilities.
in place. • CBPs for teachers Affiliation
• Students, teachers, school support staff, • Records of orientation Bye Laws
drivers and bus attendants are sensitized or sensitization • Inclusion
about the needs of students with programmes for all Policy
disabilities. the concerned with • RTE Act
• Special orientation programmes are also students with
organized by the school for parents. disabilities
• Stakeholders are involved in programmes • Statutory
that build empathy for students with Compliances
special needs and they plan activities that • Mentoring,
empower and enable the students. Monitoring and
• Statutory compliances are met with. Reviewing Practices
• The Policy is stringently monitored and
5.4.1.2 • The school managers and the head of the 3

school have laid out clear cut policies in
context to dealing with children with
special needs.
• All stakeholders have undergone an
orientation to understand children with
special needs.
5.4.1.3 • All teachers and heads are oriented on the 2
issues related to disabilities and inclusive
education.
5.4.1.4 • Teachers dealing with students with 1
disabilities in their classrooms undergo
capacity building programmes on
inclusion and inclusive strategies.
The school provides support services or resources for its students with
5.5.1 disabilities along with the support resources for the teachers.
in place. • Onsite verification Affiliation
• Health care, personal support and care • List of support Bye Laws
and specialist support staff are provided services and • Inclusion
to children with complex needs. resources made Policy
• Special Educators and rehabilitation available to students • RTE Act
professionals are available. with disabilities
• Learning aids; ICT facilities; specialist • Scanned photographs
furniture, fittings and equipment and of furniture
other assistive technologies are available • List of special
in the school for the students with educators
disabilities. • Student growth chart
• Mentoring, monitoring and reviewing the • Mentoring,
Monitoring and
5.5.1.2 • Staff is trained to identify CWSN. 3
Reviewing Practices
• Drama, art, music and other therapy
programmes are provided to the students
with disabilities.
• Teachers interact with each other to
formulate an IEP for students.
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5.5.1.3 • The school has a few strategies in place to 2
help CWSN.
5.5.1.4 • Teachers take up the role of counselors. 1
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DOMAIN 6: MANAGEMENT AND GOVERNANCE
Leadership starts with a vision which has been made collaboratively with stakeholders. Effective
Management and Governance ensures that processes and practices are aligned with the vision
and embedded in the system. Core Values and Beliefs of the school form a culture of the school
wherein everyone speaks and breathes the same value and belief. Policies for institutional
planning, conservative use of resources, financial management, interconnectedness within the
school to ensure efficiency etc. are made but tempered with human values of care and
compassion.
Sub Domains and 6.1 Vision and Mission Statement

Sub-Sub Domains 6.1.1 The school is guided by clear vision and mission statements.
6.2 Institutional Planning Mechanism
6.2.1 The school has both long term and short term plans
commensurate with its vision and mission statement for
institutional planning.
6.3 Effective Coordination
6.3.1 The management ensures effective co-ordination within the
school and with outside community.
6.4 Resource Management
6.4.1 There is a rationale for resource management and mechanisms
are in place.
6.5 Relationship Management
6.5.1 There is a formal mechanism for relationship management (staff,
parents, community, alumni, etc.)
6.6 Activity Management
6.6.1 There is complete activity management mechanism available in
the school.
6.7 Data and Record Maintenance
6.7.1 There is complete data and record maintenance.
6.8 Oral and Written Communication
6.8.1 Effective oral and written communication systems are in place.
6.9 Standard Operating Procedures
6.9.1 The administration follows Standard Operating Procedures.
6.10 Financial Administration
6.10.1 There is a mechanism for financial administration including
record keeping, budget, audit, etc.
6.11 Fee Structure
6.11.1 Judicious fee is charged commensurate with the facilities
provided by the school.
6.12 Admission Process
6.12.1 The school has a provision for Free and Compulsory Education
under the RTE Act 2010.
6.12.2 The school admission policy is in consonance with CBSE guidelines
and norms.
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Courtesy :
Domain 6: Management and Governance
Records Circulars
6.1 Vision and Mission Statement
6.1.1 The school is guided by clear vision and mission statements.
6.1.1.1 • The School Vision and Mission Statement 4 • School Vision and SQAAF CBSE Circulars
is in place. Mission Statement
• The school management and leadership • Record of Vision
team ensures that the Vision is the Building exercise
guiding force behind planning for all • School Almanac
academic and non-academic processes • School Flag
and the Mission Statement outlines the
process by which the objectives are met. • School Stationery
• All Policies reflect the Vision and Mission • Minutes of SMC
of the School. • Staff meetings and
• Effective implementation of the school Departmental
processes is evidenced. meetings
• Stringent Monitoring and Reviewing • Minutes of Review
Practices are in place. meetings
• Gap analysis is done at regular intervals to • Vision and Mission
identify the gaps between planning and Statement displayed
execution. in the school
• Feedback is taken from the stakeholders. • ACP for Scholastic and
• Corrective and Preventive measures are in Co-Scholastic
place. • Pedagogical Plan
• Continual Improvement Plan and Action is • Policies for all
evidenced. domains
• Mentoring,
6.1.1.2 • The school's Vision and Mission 3
Monitoring and
statement is developed after getting
Reviewing Practices
inputs from its stakeholders.
• School Improvement
• Monitoring system is in place to ensure
Plan
that the guiding statements are
supported by its stakeholders.
• Some Action Plans as corrective actions
are evidenced.
6.1.1.3 • The school's Vision and Mission 2
statement is communicated widely to its
stakeholders.
• The Vision and Mission is evidenced in few
processes.
6.1.1.4 • The school has written Vision and Mission 1
statements framed by its Management or
Governing body encompassing values and
opportunities for the cognitive and social
development of the students.
6.2 Institutional Planning
The school has both long term and short term plans commensurate with
6.2.1 its vision and mission statement for institutional planning.
achievement of its vision and mission • Vision and Mission • CBSE
statements is in place. Statement Circulars
• The school has designed and developed • List of Goals set
short term and long term goals through a • Minutes of SMC
collective process (management, staff, • ACP
alumni, parents and other stakeholders). • School Calendar
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• Goals/Plans commensurate with the • Review Meetings
school's vision and mission statements Records
are defined in terms of utility after • Feedback forms
analyzing its financial and other • School Improvement
resources. Plan
• Specific targets are set, strategies • Mentoring,
planned, support material listed, roles Monitoring and
assigned to different stakeholders to Reviewing Practices
achieve the goals.
• The implementation process reviewed at
regular intervals against the indicators of
success and necessary changes made.
• Action Plans for improvement are
evidenced.
6.2.1.2 • Short term and long term goals are 3

developed and designed by the
management and the staff.
• The documented policies and procedures
are shared amongst the management and
the staff.
• Specific targets are set and roles assigned.
6.2.1.3 • The school has written /documented long 2
term plans defined by its Management or
Governing Body.
6.2.1.4 • Daily basis planning by the teachers under 1
the guidance of HODs / Coordinators /
Principal without any focus on the future
development or vision of the school.
6.3.1 The management ensures effective co-ordination within the school and with outside community.
6.3.1.1 • The School Policy for establishing 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE Act
effective coordination within the school • School Organization • CBSE
and with community is in place. Chart Circulars
• The school management works in close • Minutes of SMC
collaboration or ensures effective meetings
coordination of the school personnel with • Minutes of Staff
the parents, students, alumni and other Meetings
community stakeholders for the • Records of
realization of its goals or activities enlisted collaboration with
under the school improvement plan. outside agencies
• Dedicated time is provided to teachers for • Benchmarking
collaborative planning and reflection for Procedures
the realization of its goals. • Communication
• Interconnectedness is clearly visible. Records
• Hubs of Learning assist in collaborative • Record of
Learning. participation in Hubs
• Mentoring, Monitoring and Reviewing of Learning
practices are evidenced. • Record of Outcomes
• Mentoring,
6.3.1.2 • The school management bench marks 3 Monitoring and
and works in close collaboration with Reviewing Practices
other educational institutions for the
realization of its goals.
• Group/Team/Individual goals are set
within the school to ensure the teams
work in tandem to ensure results.
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6.3.1.3 • The school management ensures working 2
relationship with the school head and
staff; has clearly defined their roles and
responsibilities in the realization of its
objectives.
6.3.1.4 • There is cooperative and effective 1

working relationship between the
Management/Governing Body and Head
of the school.
• The Head of the School is responsible for
ensuring realization of objectives stated in
the vision and mission statement.
6.4.1 There is a rationale for resource management and mechanisms are in place.
6.4.1.1 • The School Policy for Conservation of 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE - Model
Resources is in place. • Stock registers Rules
• School resources are optimally utilized • Annual budget • CBSE
and augmented on the basis of need • Audited budget Affiliation
analysis. report Bye Laws
• Steps to reduce, reuse and recycle are • Record of photocopier
taken by the school leadership team as machine
well as by the staff and students. • Steps taken to reduce
• Monitoring practices are in place to avoid bills of electricity,
misuse and wastage of resources. water stationery,
• Activities to bring about awareness on diesel and petrol etc.
Conservation of Resources are embedded • Equipment analysis
in the Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical • Samples of ACP and
Plan and in the Annual Calendar of Co- Annual Pedagogical
scholastic activities. Plan and ACP for Co-
Scholastic Activities
6.4.1.2 • The existing resources in the form of 3
• Innovative Practices
infrastructure and equipment are utilized
to conserve resources
and need analysis done before procuring
• Mentoring,
new resources.
Monitoring and
6.4.1.3 • Resource mobilization is the responsibility 2 Reviewing Practices
of the Principal and is restricted to fee
collection.
6.4.1.4 • The school has corrective measures in 1
place to conserve resources.
6.5.1 There is a formal mechanism for relationship management (staff, parents, community, alumni, etc.)
6.5.1.1 • The School Policy on Relationship 4 • School Policy SQAAF
Management is in place. • Communication
• Guidelines for dealing with stakeholders Records from
are in place and reviewed regularly by stakeholders-parents,
leadership team. community, staff
• All dealings and queries with and from (telephonic, SMS,
stakeholders are documented, analysed, website, online,
followed up and satisfaction report whatsapp, face to
generated. face, school diary, e-
• Strong Feedback Mechanism, Quick mail etc.)
Response Time and the Open-Door Policy • PTM Records
support the school in maintaining a • Structured Feedback
healthy relationship with stakeholders. from staff and parents
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6.5.1.2 • A record of communication with parents 3 and record of
and staff is maintained. interactions with staff
• Follow ups are done and corrective and parents
actions are taken immediately. • Complaint/Suggestion
• All dealings by the school are marked with Management
politeness and within time. • Mentoring,
Monitoring and
6.5.1.3 • The school staff deals with routine and 2 Reviewing Practices
challenging queries of the parents either
telephonically or face to face as and when
a situation arises.
6.5.1.4 • The school staff deals with routine queries 1
of the parents either telephonically or
face to face.
6.6.1 There is complete activity management mechanism available in the school.
6.6.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to the 4 • School Policy SQAAF Safety and
management of different school activities • Budget Allocation Security
is in place. • Minutes of SMC and Norms by
• Guidelines for planning, implementation, Staff meetings Board
monitoring and reviewing are well • Duty lists
documented. • Roles and
• There is active participation of students, Responsibilities of the
teachers, alumni, parents and community staff
in planning, implementation, monitoring • School Activities list
and reviewing of school activities. • Safety and Security
• Activities cater to Cognitive, Affective and Policy
Psychomotor Domains of students, • Portfolio of Students
parents, teachers and community. • Anecdotal record
• All safety and security norms are in place • Student outcomes
before, during and after the activities. • Student activity
tracker
6.6.1.2 • The responsibilities for execution of 3
• Mentoring,
school activities are widely decentralized
Monitoring and
after meticulous planning and are
Reviewing Practices
systematically executed.
• Responsibilities are given to all the staff
members.
6.6.1.3 • School activities and annual calendar 2
prepared in consultation with the school
staff.
6.6.1.4 • School activities and annual calendar 1
prepared by the Principal / HODs /
Coordinators only.
6.7 Data and Record Management
6.7.1.1 • The School Policy for data and record 4 • Standard Operating SQAAF CBSE
maintenance and usage is in place. Proceedure for Affiliation Bye
• The school computerizes the data of all database Laws
types of records (students, teachers, management
finances, resources, curricular and co- • Computerized or
curricular activities, facilities, community manual records of
involvement, etc.). registration,
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• All SOPs are also documented attendance, finances,
electronically. results, etc.
• Process Owners/ Concerned Staff are • Mentoring,
responsible for recording, storing, Monitoring and
updating and retrieving information. Reviewing Practices
• The process of data and record
maintenance is monitored and reviewed
at periodic intervals to ensure its efficacy.
• Action Plan to improve the school
processes is evidenced after assessing the
usage of data.
6.7.1.2 • All types of data and records are 3
maintained and available either in
electronic form or in traditional form.
• The data is accessible to the staff and is
utilized to enhance school processes and
systems.
6.7.1.3 • The school computerizes the data of 2

admissions and student assessment
records only.
6.7.1.4 • Traditional methods (in the form of 1

registers) are used to store data.
6.8.1.1 • T h e S c h o o l Po l i c y fo r effe c t i ve 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE Act

communication with stakeholders is in • CBPs for • CBSE
place. teachers/staff Affiliation
• The school has a complete automated • Electronic/ Manual Bye Laws
system or an online school management data related to
sy ste m w h i c h m a n a g e s st u d e n t students' admissions
information, engages parents, and examinations
communicates important information to • Student time table
its stakeholders, manages school • Attendance records of
administration etc. students
• The school has an effective horizontal and • Home work for
vertical communication system among its students
various sections. • Major
• The school has multiple modes to announcements
communicate with its stakeholders at made
regular intervals. • Website-
• The school uses the feedback provided by communication with
stakeholders to enhance efficacy of its staff, parents,
processes as part of its continual students and SMS
improvement plan. circulars
• Time table to see the
6.8.1.2 • The school has formal channels/modes to 3 frequency or number
communicate with its stakeholders. of PTMs or Open
• The communication is two ways. Houses
• The school has a mechanism to take • Newsletters or
feedback from stakeholders two-three Magazines
times in a year which is considered while • Communication Tree
preparing annual improvement plan for • Complaint
the next year. Management System
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6.8.1.3 • The school has formal channels/modes to 2 • Feedback Forms SQAAF • RTE Act
communicate with its stakeholders. • Improvement Plans • CBSE
• The communication is one way through • Mentoring, Circulars
written circulars, newsletters, SMS Monitoring and
system, school website, PTM, school Reviewing Practices
magazine, etc.
6.8.1.4 • The mode of communication is oral along 1

with some written documents provided
to stakeholders from time to time.
6.9.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to the 4 • School Policy SQAAF RTE Act 2009
administration of different school • Written SOPs of
activities is in place. different school
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) processes
are designed by the Leadership Team in • Review Committee
collaboration with the staff which Reports
includes all the Policies for each Process. • Mentoring,
• The school effectively implements the Monitoring and
SOPs. Reviewing Practices
• The Leadership team monitors and • School Improvement
reviews the Standard Operating Plan
Procedures (SOPs) regularly and upgrades
them in collaboration with the staff.
6.9.1.2 • All the school functionaries are involved in 3
the documentation of SOPs
• School has SOPs for different processes
like recruitment, accounting, purchasing,
material management, record keeping,
management of activities, etc. which are
implemented.
6.9.1.3 • Some of the Operating Procedures are 2
standardized but are not being followed in
totality.
6.9.1.4 • The school has only a few documented 1

SOPs prepared or developed by the school
management and principal.
6.10.1 There is a mechanism for financial administration including record keeping, budget, audit, etc.
6.10.1.1 • The School Policy for the administration of 4 • School Policy SQAAF • RTE Act
school finances is in place. • School Annual Budget • CBSE
• Accounts are internally and externally of at least two Affiliation
audited and no mismanagement/ previous years Bye Laws
deficiency is noted. • Income expenditure
statement of at least
6.10.1.2 • The responsibility of overseeing and 3 two previous years
managing the finances is entrusted to a • Internally and
person with appropriate qualifications. Externally Audited
• Appropriate opportunities are provided Accounts reports of at
to the staff members to participate in least last two years
determining financial priorities or
preparing the budget.
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• Sufficient financial powers are given to
the Head of the School.
6.10.1.3 • Sales and purchase procedures are 2
followed; appropriate balance is
maintained between Income and
Expenditure.
6.10.1.4 • Financial transactions are made but 1
partial records are maintained.
6.11 Fee Structure

6.11.1 Judicious fee is charged commensurate with the facilities provided by the school.
6.11.1.1 • The School Fee Policy is in place. 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE
• There is judicious fee charged commen- • Fee Structure of the Affiliation
surate with the facilities provided under school Bye Laws
the approved heads of the concerned • School website • State/Govt.
state govt. /policy. Bye-Laws
• The school has disclosed its fee structure,
infrastructure details and other services
provided on its website.
• The school consults parents (either
through their representatives or all
parents) before revising fee.
• Statutory norms are followed.
6.11.1.2 • The school has disclosed its fee structure 3
on the website and the heads are as per
norms.
• No capitation fee is charged or voluntary
donations accepted by the school.
6.11.1.3 • The school has disclosed its fee structure 2
on the website.
6.11.1.4 • Fee is not charged as per the approved 1
heads of the concerned state govt./policy.
6.12.1 The school has a provision for Free and Compulsory Education under the RTE Act 2010.
6.12.1.1 • The School Admission Policy is in place. 4 • School Admission SQAAF RTE Act
• Admission of students is as per norms. Policy
• Teachers and school heads treat students, • Admission register or
of both the genders, admitted under RTE the register providing
Act 2010/ Inclusion Policy equally so that details of such
they benefit equally from all the social, students admitted in
cultural, intellectual opportunities school
offered by the school. • Records (Participation
• Special remedial classes are arranged to certificates) of
mainstream EWS students before they training of teachers in
join school. Inclusive Education
• Orientation of parents is part of the • Regular and ongoing
Admission Process. Orientation of parents
• Documentation is complete. • Diagnostic and
• Monitoring and Reviewing Practices are Remedial records
evidenced. • Anecdotal records
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6.12.1.2 • The school admits students as per norms 3 • Portfolios
and as per their Policy. • Assessment Records
• The school admits students under the RTE • Monitoring and
Act 2010/ EWS / Sponsored category or Reviewing Practices
special category as per guidelines.
• Documentation is complete.
6.12.1.3 • The school admits students as per norms 2
and as per their Policy.
• The school admits students under the RTE
Act 2010/ EWS / Sponsored category or
special category as per guidelines.
6.12.1.4 • Some Admission Records are available. 1
• The school has not yet admitted students
under the RTE Act 2010/ EWS / Sponsored
category or special category as per
guidelines.
6.12.2 The school admission policy is in consonance with the CBSE guidelines and norms.
6.12.2.1 • The School Admission Policy is non- 4 • Admission Policy of SQAAF • RTE Act
discriminatory, rational, transparent and the school • Affiliation
in consonance with CBSE guidelines and • Admission records Bye Laws of
norms. • School promotional the Board
• Adequate information is available on the material
Website/promotional material to ensure • School Website
transparency.
• Information obtained from the parents
regarding the child is evaluated and
accordingly programmes/activities are
offered to the child.
6.12.2.2 • The school admission policy is in place. 3
• The school's promotional material and
activities present a realistic picture of the
school and convey its objectives and
programmes offered thus, apprising the
parents about the school's suitability for
their children.
• Records are maintained.
6.12.2.3 • Admissions are made without any 2
distinction of religion, race, caste, creed,
place of birth or any of them.
• The admission for SC/ST students is
governed by the Education Act/Rules
applicable to the concerned State /UT.
6.12.2.4 • Admissions are made without any 1
distinction of religion, race, caste, creed,
place of birth or any of them.
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DOMAIN 7: LEADERSHIP
School leadership is an influential driver in the realization of school mission and fostering student
learning and development. The potential role of the Principals is in providing academic
pedagogical leadership to their respective schools. In order to understand how learning occurs, a
visionary leader creates plausible situations conducive to learning, views knowledge as personal
experiences constructed in the shared context of teaching learning, rather than embedded in the
external reality of textbooks. A leader is sensitive to the social, professional and administrative
contexts needed to operate and develops appropriate competencies to be able to create actual
situations for scaffolding. Apart from developing mental faculties of the students, an effective
leader also develops an artistic and aesthetic sense in students through art education and
addresses the learning needs of all children, including those who are marginalized and differently
abled. A leader always strives for bringing innovation in different practices and activities and
provides every possible support for innovation to happen. A leader views appraisal as a continuous
educative process.
Sub Domains and 7.1 Scholastic and Pedagogical Leadership

Sub-Sub Domains 7.1.1 The school leader has a clear Vision and Direction to take the school
forward.
7.2 Collaborative Leadership
7.2.1 The school leaders demonstrate effective communication, cross-
functional collaborations and build relationships.
7.3 Systems for Ongoing Quality and Change Management
7.3.1 The school leaders strive for continual improvement in the learning
outcomes of students.
7.3.2 The school leaders demonstrate capacity to improve systems in the
school and ensure an ethos of responsibility and accountability.
7.3.3 The school leaders promote innovation by introducing creative
methods and techniques that equip students and the institution
with 21st century skills.
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Domain 7: Leadership
Records Circulars
7.1 Scholastic and Pedagogical Leadership
7.1.1 The school leader has a clear Vision and Direction to take the school forward.
7.1.1.1 • The principal inspires people to become 4 • Vision and Mission SQAAF • CBSE
leaders in their own roles. statements Circulars
• There is an Empowerment Policy for staff • Records of Sessions and Policies
and students. between the principal • National
• All people in the organization share a and the school Education
common vision and are committed to employees Policy
achieve the vision through a well- • Empowerment Policy
designed strategic direction. • All Scholastic and co-
• The community is well aware of the Vision scholastic records of
and Mission of the school. students and staff
• All Leaders are committed to the National • Records of
Government Policies on Education. interactions with
• The school processes are clear, stakeholders
transparent. They highlight the alignment • Task allocations to
of the vision and mission of the school and each staff member
these are shared with the stakeholders.
• Feedback Processes
The school has a well-designed
• School Improvement
Improvement Plan.
Plan
• Each member of the staff shares the
responsibility of taking the school
forward.
7.1.1.2 • Senior leaders set a direction and vision 3
that demonstrates compliance to the
National norms.
• They are committed to Inclusive practices.
• They ensure that the vision and mission of
the school and the framework of National
Education Policy is in alignment and
embedded in the school's processes.
7.1.1.3 • Selected teachers are given responsibility 2
of managing routine tasks.
• Principal oversees all tasks.
• Some processes are in place.
7.1.1.4 • There is a Vision and Mission Statement . 1

• All decisions are taken by the principal.
• Limited direction to the school employees.
7.2.1 The school leaders demonstrate effective communication,
cross-functional collaborations and build relationships.
7.2.1.1 • Relationships and communication with all 4 • Policy on Relationship SQAAF
stakeholders are consistent, professional Management
and effective. • Process Owner List
• Leaders and teams at all levels (staff/ • HR Policies
students/parents/community) are • Communication Tree
empowered to take on responsibilities. • Feedback mechanisms
• There is a culture of respect for each other • Modes of connecting
and all stakeholders feel valued. with students, staff,
• HR Policies for staff are staff friendly. parents and
• There is a culture of learning, positivity, community
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trust, creativity and a sense of high morale • Visible outcomes of
in the school. relationship
• The school leaders invest in cultivating management
strong relationships in order to build • Circulars, SMS,
teams and a strong connect with all Website, Apps, mails
stakeholders using innovative strategies. etc.
• School is a positive influencer in the • Formal and informal
community. feedback from
• The leaders reflect, review, respond and stakeholders
rate their school in order to build a school • Participation of school
improvement plan. in community events
• School's participation
7.2.1.2 • R e l a t i o n s h i p M a n a g e m e n t a n d 3 in community
communication with stakeholders is outreach programmes
consistent, professional and effective. and making a
• Senior Leaders are empowered to take on difference
responsibilities. • List of team leaders-
• HR Policies for staff are staff friendly. staff/students/parents
• Students are exposed to Empowerment • Empowerment
programs. Programme for
• There is a culture of positivity in the stakeholders
school. • School Improvement
• The senior leaders invest in cultivating Plan based on Reflect,
strong relationships with other staff Review, Respond and
members and students to build a sense of Rate
belonging.
• School is a positive influencer in the
community.
7.2.1.3 • Some senior leaders are entrusted with 2

responsibility of talking to parents and
community as corrective measures.
• The entrusted leaders are clear of their
expectations.
• There is evidence of one way
communication with stakeholders.
7.2.1.4 • Relationships Management and 1

Communication is restricted.
• The responsibility of interacting with
stakeholders lies with the Principal.
7.3.1 The school leaders strive for continual improvement in the
achievement of learning outcomes of students.
7.3.1.1 The leaders at all levels: 4 • Availability of SQAAF RTE ACT
• demonstrate comprehensive and Curriculum of all
thorough knowledge of the curriculum classes
• are aware of the latest practices in • National Education
teaching and assessment Policy
• focus on maximizing student • Learning Outcomes
achievement
• establish an inclusive environment for all classes
• ensure that there is a learning • Policy on Pedagogical
environment in the school and are open Leadership
to feedback • Assessment Policy
• are effective in achieving high standards • CBPs on Latest
of student learning and personal pedagogical and
development assessment practices
• ensure that all staff members (academic
and non-academic) go through rigorous
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training programmes to build Knowledge, • ACP/Pedagogical Plan
Competencies and Skills. - scholastic and co-
• The leaders reflect, review, respond and scholastic
rate processes in order to continually look • Time Table
for excellence.
• The School policy with regard to the • Teacher Diary
achievement of its vision and mission • Classroom
statements is in place. Observation Records
• Performance Analysis
7.3.1.2 The leaders ensure that: 3 of students'
• there is an inclusive environment performance and
• there is an ethos of learning and a focus on remedial plans
student development and student • IEP record
achievement • Class wise tracker of
• latest pedagogical and assessment co-scholastic activities
practices are implemented • Evidences of
• teacher competencies are optimized. inclusivity -
differentiated
7.3.1.3 • The school leader demonstrates limited 2 teaching,
information on curriculum. accommodation and
• Most teachers follow traditional pattern modifications in
of teaching and assessments. lesson plan
• Few Capacity Building Programmes are • Feedback mechanisms
organized for the teachers. • Reflect, review,
7.3.1.4 respond and rate data
• The school leader demonstrates limited 1
• School improvement
information on curriculum.
plan
• Teachers follow traditional pattern of
teaching and assessments.
The school leaders demonstrate capacity to improve systems in the
7.3.2 school and ensure an ethos of responsibility and accountability.
7.3.2.1 Leaders at all levels: 4 • School Improvement SQAAF
• demonstrate clear and accurate Policy
understanding of where they are on their • Records of School
developmental continuum Improvement:
• contribute to analyzing their strengths • Gap Analysis
and areas of improvement • Identification of
• assess the challenges to learning and problems
growing • Strategies and
• devise mentoring and monitoring timelines
practices • Measurable
• design action plan to improve, sustain and indicators of
innovate performance
• ensure that the school is compliant with • Mentoring and
all regulatory and statutory compliances Monitoring
• take responsibility for their actions. practices
• Action Plans
7.3.2.2 The leaders at senior levels demonstrate the 3
• Participative and
ability to:
collaborative team
• identify barriers to growth
learning
• take feedback from stakeholders
• Process Owner List
• plan school improvement plan
• devise strategies for implementation
• ensure that the school is compliant with
regulatory and statutory compliances
• take responsibility for their actions.
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7.3.2.3 • The school leader demonstrates ability to 2
identify barriers to improvement and
bring about minor changes in the system
based on some feedback.
7.3.2.4 • The school leader demonstrates ability to 1

manage the school.
The school leaders promote innovation by introducing creative methods and techniques
7.3.3 that equip students and the institution with 21st century skills.
7.3.3.1 School leaders at all levels: 4 • School Policy for SQAAF
• show a clear commitment to the culture Promoting Innovation
of a learning organization that promotes in all the domains
innovation • Creative, innovative
• promote innovation through meaningful and meaningful
learning opportunities which include processes and their
elements of research, social enterprise outcomes in all the
and responsibility, critical thinking, range eight domains (Eg.
of learning opportunities and the use of Innovations in
learning technologies in all the domains Infrastructure,
• encourage participation of stakeholders Scholastic and Co-
to introduce path breaking, creative and scholastic domains)
original approaches to different aspects in • Physical verification
the school processes that result in • School Improvement
creative outcomes. Plan
7.3.3.2 Senior leadership team: 3

• shows commitment to a culture that
promotes innovation
• promotes innovation through meaningful
learning opportunities and the use of
learning technologies in all the domains
• encourages participation of stakeholders
to introduce original approaches to
different aspects in the school processes.
7.3.3.3 • The School leader promotes strengthening 2
of existing school processes and shares
new ideas with teachers.
7.3.3.4 • The School leader manages and ensures 1

smooth running of existing practices.
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Domain 8: Beneficiary Satisfaction
Schools shall be successful in meeting this standard when they carry the understanding,
commitment and support of all stakeholders. School personnel need to seek opportunities for
collaboration to help the institution become a hub of excellence. The school should foster
effective communication and interpersonal skills which lead to better social skills. The benefits of
involving all stakeholders in decision making are that schools can foster collaboration with
community stakeholders to support student learning, have a formal channel to listen to and
communicate and productively use the knowledge and skills to enhance the work of the school
and improve student learning outcomes.
Sub Domains and 8.1 Satisfaction of Students

Sub-Sub Domains 8.1.1 The school allows students to express their opinions, views and
suggestions on policies and develops a mechanism to involve
them in the decision-making process.
8.2 Satisfaction of Teachers
8.2.1 The school creates a non-threatening and caring environment for
the teachers to voice their feedback and develops a mechanism
to review this feedback periodically and use it for improvement,
planning and assessing teacher satisfaction.
8.3 Satisfaction of Office Staff
8.3.1 School provides opportunities to the Office Staff to express their
opinion, views and suggestions regarding the policies and uses
this feedback for improvement.
8.4 Satisfaction of Principal
8.4.1 The Management/Society provides a mechanism to the Principal
to voice his/her suggestions, views and concerns and periodically
reviews the same for continual improvement and also uses it to
assess the Principal's satisfaction.
8.5 Satisfaction of Parents and Alumni
8.5.1 The school provides a platform to the parents and the alumni to
share their feedback on the ongoing processes of the school and
review the same for improving performance of the school and for
assessing their satisfaction.
8.6 Satisfaction of Community
8.6.1 The school principal charts relevant community outreach
programmes (viz, preserving the heritage, working with old age
homes, preserving environment) and integrates them in the
annual curriculum plan for all age groups.
8.7 Satisfaction of Management
8.7.1 The management develops a mechanism for reviewing the vision
and mission statement of the school and assesses it and uses it for
developing a process of continual improvement .
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Domain 8: Beneficiary Satisfaction
Records Circulars
8.1 Student Satisfaction
The school allows students to express their opinions, views and suggestions on policies and develops
8.1.1
a mechanism to involve them in the decision-making process.
8.1.1.1 • There is well defined and implemented 4 • School Policy • SQA-
policy for ensuring the satisfaction of • Analysis of Student's AF
students. Questionnaire • Stud-
• Strategic action planning and goal setting • List of members of ent
is demonstrated in terms of improvement student council Questi-
on the basis of regular feedback received • Student handbook onnaire
from students. • Student resource
• Students are involved in decision making centre
process and encouraged to give their • Monitoring and
opinion/views/suggestions on the reviewing practices
policies or the programmes/activities of
the school.
8.1.1.2 • There is a documented method or process 3

to assess the satisfaction of students with
respect to the services and programmes
being offered to them.
8.1.1.3 • There is an informal method of assessing 2
the satisfaction of students i.e. teachers
verbally assess the satisfaction of
students in their respective classrooms or
the head of the school assesses the
satisfaction of the students during
assembly or during any other interaction
programme or meeting.
8.1.1.4 • The satisfaction of the students is being 1

inquired about from the members of the
Student Council.
8.2 Teacher Satisfaction
The school creates a non-threatening and caring environment for the teachers to voice their
8.2.1 feedback and develops a mechanism to review this feedback periodically and use it for
improvement, planning and assessing teacher satisfaction.
8.2.1.1 • There is well defined and implemented 4 • School Policy • Teach-

policy for ensuring the satisfaction of • Staff Survey ers'
teachers. • Minutes of Staff Quest-
• Review of the feedback received from meetings ionnaire
teachers regarding their professional • Staff Handbook • SQAAF
satisfaction and appropriate action taken • Staff Appraisal
need analysis done. Records
• Need based training programmes are • Records of Teacher's
organized or opportunities provided to professional
them. development
• Teachers are involved in school activities
improvement planning or school • Mentoring and
development planning or are encouraged reviewing practices
to give their opinion/views/suggestions • School Improvement
on the policies/activities/programmes of Plan
the school.
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• Culture of mutual respect for each other is
visible.
8.2.1.2 • There is a documented process or method 3

to assess the professional satisfaction of
teachers.
• Teachers' work being appreciated and
certificates or appreciation letters,
monetary or other rewards are given to
them.
• Teachers are given opportunities for their
professional development.
8.2.1.3 • Informal method of assessing overall 2

satisfaction of teachers i.e. inquiring from
the HODs or Coordinators.
• There is substantial level of attrition
(about 10%).
8.2.1.4 • Majority of teachers are recruited on 1

adhoc basis and their attrition level is
high.

School provides opportunities to the Office Staff to express their opinion, views and suggestions
8.3.1
regarding the policies and uses this feedback for improvement.
8.3.1.1 • There is well defined and implemented 4 • School Policy • Office

policy for ensuring the satisfaction of • Staff survey Staff
School Office Staff. Management and the • Minutes of Office Quest-
Principal interact periodically with the Staff meetings ionnaire
administrative staff to understand their • Office Staff Handbook • SQAAF
level of job satisfaction. • Office staff appraisals
• Views/suggestions to improve the school • Feedback
are solicited from the staff and mechanisms
incorporated. • Mentoring,
• Concerns and issues are resolved monitoring and
promptly. reviewing practices
• Culture of mutual respect for each other is
visible.
• Mentoring, monitoring and reviewing of
the implementation at regular intervals.
8.3.1.2 • Satisfaction of the office staff is assessed 3

through informal and formal channels.
8.3.1.3 • The Office Manager oversees and co- 2

ordinates all areas of administration.
8.3.1.4 • The office staff interacts only with its 1

supervisor.
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The Management/Society provides a mechanism to the Principal to voice his/her suggestions, views
8.4.1 and concerns and periodically reviews the same for continual improvement and also uses it to assess
the Principal's satisfaction.
8.4.1.1 • There is well defined and implemented 4 • School Policy SQAAF RTE Act
policy for ensuring the satisfaction of • SMC Review Meetings
School Principal. • Roadmap for school
• Management has a formal mechanism to development
measure the level of job satisfaction of the • Record of CBPs
Principal. attended by the
• The Principal is free to give suggestions / Principal
views on important school issues.
Feedback is received, reviewed and
appropriate action taken in a culture of
collaboration and mutual respect.
• The Principal has an ownership for the
school and feels accountable and
responsible for the well-being of the
school.
8.4.1.2 • The Principal feels that her/his efforts are 3

recognized and acknowledged by the
Management
• The Principal is sent for leadership
programmes and national/ international
exchange programmes.
8.4.1.3 • The Principal provides limited feedback to 2

the Management.
8.4.1.4 • Major decisions with regard to the 1

functioning of the school are taken by the
Management/Governing Body of the
school.
The school provides a platform to the parents and the alumni to share their feedback on the ongoing
8.5.1 processes of the school and review the same for improving performance of the school and for
8.5.1.1 • There is well defined and implemented 4 • School Policy • SQAAF

policy for ensuring the satisfaction of • Minutes of Parent • Quest-
Parents and Alumni. Teacher Association, ionnaire
• The meetings with the Parents and Alumni Association for
Alumni Association are recorded. and SMC meetings Parents
• School website
• The existing school practices are reviewed • Sample of school
in the light of the feedback/suggestions diaries
received from the Parents and Alumni and
further course of action is determined
accordingly.
• Parents and alumni play a constructive
role in the overall growth of the school.
8.5.1.2 • There is an active and structured Parents 3
and Alumni Association that meets with
school management and Principal
periodically to find ways and means to
contribute to the school's growth.
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8.5.1.3 • School has a Parent Teacher Association / 2
Council which meets once in a year.
• Few Alumni members meet once a year.
• Suggestions are given by the parents and
alumni which are sometimes
incorporated.
8.5.1.4 • Parents do not have a platform to express 1

themselves or be heard other than a PTM.
• The school rarely responds to the
concerns and issues of parents.
The school principal charts relevant community outreach programmes (viz, preserving the heritage,
8.6.1 working with old age homes, preserving environment) and integrates them in the annual curriculum
plan for all age groups.
8.6.1.1 • There is well defined and implemented 4 • School Policy SQAAF RTE Act
policy for ensuring the satisfaction of • ACP of all classes
Community. • Time Table of all the
• Community outreach programmes are classes in the school
conducted to address different social • Details of community
issues. outreach programmes
• Relevant contextualized community being conducted by
outreach programmes are well integrated the school
in the school curriculum and conducted • Monitoring and
on regular basis. reviewing practices
• Teachers, parents and the community are
constructively involved in conducting
Community Outreach programs.
• Monitoring and reviewing practices at
regular intervals are evidenced.
8.6.1.2 • School has adopted one sustainable 3

project related to either Conservation of a
Heritage Monument, cleanliness of a
specific area, literacy drive, environmental
beautification, adopting a school with
special needs, preserving Indian art forms
and/or any other.
8.6.1.3 • Community outreach programmes are 2
conducted on regular basis but those are
not uniformly integrated in the Annual
Curriculum Plan of all the classes.
8.6.1.4 • Community outreach programmes are 1

minimal and not sufficiently integrated.
The management develops a mechanism for reviewing the vision and mission statement of the
8.7.1
school and assesses it and uses it for developing a process of continual improvement.
8.7.1.1 • Management thrives on fulfilling 4 • SMC Records SQAAF RTE Act

satisfaction for both itself and other • SMC Minutes (Sections 21
stakeholders with effective system of • Minutes of Strategy to 29)
feedback and follow up. Planning Meetings
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8.7.1.2 • The management convenes periodic 3 • Minutes of Annual
meetings with various stakeholders to Management
meet their expectation through a formal Meeting
system. • School Improvement
Plan
8.7.1.3 • The management is concerned about 2
community expectation and tries to fulfill
through informal means.
8.7.1.4 • The management does not respond to 1

community expectations.
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3
SQAA 4
Instruments
SQAA
INSTRUMENTS
Mentoring Teacher
Checklist Interaction
Form
School Quality
Assessment and
Assurance Classroom
Form (SQAAF) Observation
Scale
SQAA
INSTRUMENTS
Score Questionnaires -
Card For Teachers,
Students, Parents
and Non
Teaching Staff
Checklist for
Gender Safety
Sensitivity Checklist
SQAA Instruments will help the School Core Leadership Team and the Peer
Assessor Team to carry out the whole process of assessment in a more
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objective and holistic manner.
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SCHOOL QUALITY ASSESSMENT
AND ASSURANCE FORM (SQAAF)
SQAAF is a detailed and comprehensive instrument meant for the compilation of data about the school.
It is divided into eight parts in correlation to the eight domains of Quality Assurance and Assessment.
Part Domains Items
1 Scholastic Processes 13
2 Co-Scholastic Processes 14
3 Infrastructure 14
4 Human Resources 11
5 Inclusive Practices 07
6 Management and Governance 13
7 Leadership 05
8 Beneficiary Satisfaction 07
Total Items 84
• There is no direct weightage given to the different sections. The applicants respond by factually
ticking the most appropriate observation/statement by writing Yes or leaving it blank.
• The SQAAF will be available online and the schools are expected to fill in the form online and attach
scanned copies of relevant supporting documents.
• The SQAAF should present an honest and comprehensive view of the school. It is the basic document
for assessment of the school and validation by the Peer Assessor Team, who will verify the responses
received against documented evidences presented by the school before making a visit to the school
for external validation of the claim of the school.
• As part of SQAAF, school evaluation dashboard will be developed to provide bird's eye view of the
strengths of a particular school in a city/district/state as well as a self enhancement report.
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The students achieve excellence through a wide range of inclusive and innovative policies, practices
and well-defined outcomes that allow for cohesive and free learning spaces for learners. The many
student friendly systems and operatives that make education a functional and living entity are a part
of academic processes and products. The teachers' knowledge of their subjects and how students
learn; learning environment and creating positive classrooms, teacher-student interactions;
teaching learning methodologies; informal assessments to measure students on their
developmental continuum; continual upgrade by staff on their knowledge, competencies and skills;
inclusivity and building a culture of innovation are some of the descriptors of a strong scholastic
policy in place.
Sub Domains and 1.1 Curriculum Planning

Sub-Sub Domains 1.1.1 Principal and teachers are familiar with the spirit and content of
NCF.
1.1.2 Curriculum develops skills and abilities which prepare students for
lifelong learning and fosters global citizenship.
1.2.1 School follows an optimum number of teaching days and teaching
hours.
1.2.2 Teacher - Student Ratio.
1.2.3 Teachers adopt varied teaching learning approaches reflecting
their understanding of the needs of the students.
1.3.1 Learning Indicators/Outcomes are used as check points to assess
student's learning at different points of time.
1.3.2 The school has defined procedures and criteria to regularly assess
the students' performance and uses the results to improve their
performance.
1.3.3 Varied assessment tools and techniques are used to assess the
performance of the students.
1.3.6 The school ensures all students achieve and progress on their
developmental continuum.
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Supporting
Yes/ Leave Annexure
S.No. Statement Evidence (s)
Blank No.
/ Records
1.1.1 Principal and teachers are familiar with the spirit and content of NCF
1.1.1.1 • There is a well-defined, structured policy for

curriculum planning.
• The school has completely integrated the
recommendations of NCF/Position Papers into all
aspects of school curriculum like Course Content,
Teaching Strategies, Assessment Practices, Integration
of Visual & Performing Arts, Health Education, Values
Education, etc.
• There is a mechanism of monitoring and reviewing the
efficacy of implementation.
1.1.1.2 • Teachers are encouraged to implement the

recommendations of NCF document.
• They plan their lessons by integrating the
recommendations of NCF.
1.1.1.3 • Orientation programmes are conducted to create

awareness of NCF for the teachers.
1.1.1.4 • The school Principal is aware of the NCF document.
Curriculum develops skills and abilities which prepares students for lifelong learning and
1.1.2
fosters global citizenship
1.1.2.1 • The School Policy for curriculum development is in
place.
• The school ensures that curriculum enhances skills
and abilities that prepare students for lifelong
learning.
• The school creates opportunities for staff and students
to interact with other schools or educational
institutions at Regional Level, National Level and
International Level.
• Monitoring and Reviewing practices are in place.
1.1.2.2 • The school provides opportunities and support

resources to students to develop and enhance their
skills and abilities in the domain of cognitive, social,
emotional needs of students.
1.1.2.3 • The school plans for implementation of a curriculum

that meets the desired outcome.
1.1.2.4 • The school has adapted the curriculum as prescribed

by the Board and National or State Educational Bodies
(NCERT/SCERT).
The Principal and teachers are familiar with the curriculum documents and support material
1.1.3
brought out by CBSE.
1.1.3.1 • Policy for curriculum familiarization is in place.
• The school is effectively implementing the Annual
Curriculum Plan based on curriculum documents and
other support material brought out by CBSE.
• Mentoring and Monitoring Practices are in place.
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1.1.3.2 • Curriculum documents and other support material
brought out by CBSE are used for drafting the Annual
Curriculum Plan both for Scholastic and Co-Scholastic
activities.
1.1.3.3 • All teachers are aware and have copies of syllabus

documents and Teachers' Manuals.
1.1.3.4 • There is availability of Curriculum documents in the

school library.
1.1.4 There is an Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan for the development of Scholastic Skills.
1.1.4.1 • School Policy in place for the development of Annual
Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan.
• The Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan reflects
the Vision and Mission of the school.
• The approved Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical
Plan is effectively implemented, monitored and
reviewed at regular intervals and necessary changes
are made accordingly to ensure that students meet
the learning outcomes.
1.1.4.2 • The Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan is

devised and implemented in collaboration with all
teachers and built on previous learning experiences of
students.
1.1.4.3 • The approved Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical

Plan for development of Scholastic areas is
communicated to teachers, students and parents.
1.1.4.4 • A documented draft of Annual Curriculum and

Pedagogical Plan is available with the Principal and in
the Library.
1.2.1 School follows an optimum number of teaching days and teaching hours.
1.2.1.1 • The school policy with regard to the working days is in
place.
• The school works for 220 days or more in a year and
the teachers work for 45 hours per week.
• Monitoring and Reviewing in place.
1.2.1.2 • The school works for 180-220 days in a year.
1.2.1.3 • The school works for 150-200 days in a year
1.2.1.4 • The school works for only 100 days (50% of prescribed
no. of days) and teachers work less than 1200 hours
annually.
1.2.2 Teacher – Student Ratio

1.2.2.1 • The school policy with regard to the number of
students in each class is in place.
• The school follows the teacher-student ratio of 1
teacher for 25-30 students
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1.2.2.2 • The school follows the teacher-student ratio of 1
teacher for 31-35 students.
1.2.2.3 • The school follows the teacher-student ratio of 1

teacher for 36-39 students.
1.2.2.4 • The school follows teacher - student ratio of 1 teacher

for 40 students.
1.2.3 Teachers adopt varied teaching learning approaches reflecting their understanding of the needs of the students.
1.2.3.1 • School Policy with regard to the use of teaching

pedagogy/ strategies/methods by teachers in place
• Teachers use multiple modes of teaching learning
strategies that recognize diverse learners and learning
styles including differently-abled and other categories
of Inclusion.
• Teaching practices provide opportunities to students
to reflect upon their learning experiences.
• Teachers integrate formative assessment in the
classroom with emphasis on remediation and
diagnosis of the needs of all the students.
1.2.3.2 • The teacher prepares lesson plans; uses activity based

child centric / experiential learning methods thus
creating stimulating learning environment.
1.2.3.3 • The teacher is clear about objectives of lesson, uses

teaching methods according to the nature of the
subject matter.
1.2.3.4 • The teacher adopts frontal (traditional) teaching,

using the textbook with almost no activities.
Learning Indicators/Outcomes are used as check points to assess child's learning at different
1.3.1
points of time.
1.3.1.1 • The school policy with regard to assessment practices
and ongoing assessment is in place.
• Learning Outcomes are prepared in line with the
minimum learning levels/Learning Outcomes laid
down by NCERT or as defined in the curriculum
document of CBSE.
• Learning Outcomes are shared with the parents and
students.
• The student's learning is periodically assessed against
these outcomes to keep a track of their progress.
1.3.1.2 • Teachers assess the students as per the outcomes

defined for each chapter using his/her own
assessment worksheets.
1.3.1.3 • Teachers complete the syllabus as per the textbook

and assess the students with the help of the questions
given at the end of the chapter in the textbook.
1.3.1.4 • The principal is aware of the learning outcomes for

different classes as defined by NCERT.
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The school has defined procedures and criteria to regularly assess the students' performance
1.3.2
and uses the results to improve their performance.
1.3.2.1 • The School Policy with regard to Assessment Practices
and Evaluation is in place.
• Teachers conduct assessments for the purpose of
diagnosis and remediation leading to improvement in
student performance and achievement.
• Teachers use assessment data for improving teaching
practices.
• The profile of each student's achievements is
maintained.
• The school ensures effective recording, analysis and
reporting of results.
1.3.2.2 • Teachers
o conduct different types of assessment
o employ different assessment tools in class
o assess students on the basis of pre-defined criteria
made in consultation with them and communicate
the same to them and their parents in advance.
1.3.2.3 • Teachers follow up frequent testing with worksheets

and assignments for homework.
1.3.2.4 • Teachers conduct only pen paper tests.
Varied assessment tools and techniques are used to assess the performance of the students –
1.3.3
Assessment for Learning
• Teachers periodically design and use different
assessment tools and techniques as per the needs of
different types of students.
• Different formative assessment techniques are
integrated with the classroom teaching.
• Teachers analyze the results and use diagnostic and
remedial measures to help students move forward on
the developmental continuum.
1.3.3.2 • Different tools and techniques like quizzes, debates,

discussions, interviews, mind maps, games,
presentations, etc. are used to assess the performance
of students.
1.3.3.3 • Assignments, worksheets and projects are used to

assess the performance of students.
1.3.3.4 • Teachers make use of traditional pen paper tests to

assess the performance of students.
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Teachers prepare balanced question papers to assess the performance of students-Assessment
1.3.4
of Learning
• HODs cross check the question papers prepared by the
teachers of her/his department for their quality,
reliability, authenticity and validity.
• Feedback from students/ involvement of students in
the preparation of question papers is encouraged.
1.3.4.2 • Teachers prepare balanced question papers with clear

instructions, appropriate difficulty level, clearly spelt
out value points in marking scheme and by
incorporating different types of questions.
1.3.4.3 • Teachers prepare question papers and the marking

scheme as per the Blue Print.
1.3.4.4 • Teachers prepare the question papers without making

a Blue Print.
1.3.5.1 • The School Policy for Student Attendance is in place.
• The Principal, teachers and other stakeholders are
aware of the child's inclination to absent
himself/herself and work in unison to ensure regular
attendance by providing qualitative inputs.
• Regular communication, counselling and follow ups
are done to encourage regular attendance.
1.3.5.2 • The Principal, teachers and other stakeholders have
informed interactions of the child's regular
absenteeism.
1.3.5.3 • The Principal and teachers are aware of students who

regularly absent themselves and parents are informed
about their absenteeism.
1.3.5.4 • The school maintains attendance records of the

students.
1.3.6 The school ensures all students achieve and progress on their developmental continuum.
1.3.6.1 • The school policy on students' achievement in

different areas is in place.
• Teachers are aware of the students' achievement level
and accordingly plan program(s) that help(s) her/his
students continue to learn and develop.
• Teachers promote the use of self-assessment
techniques by students to enable their students to
monitor their own growth and achievement.
• Teachers use multiple methods of assessment to
monitor the growth of the students and thus, to guide
them in decision making and planning their own
future course of action.
• Teachers understand the process of growth and
development of students and accordingly design or
plan developmentally appropriate learning
experiences.
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1.3.6.2 • Teachers make use of different methods of assessment
to monitor the progress of the students.
• Teachers tailor the teaching learning practices as per
each student's needs in order to enable all students to
be successful in achieving expectations for their
learning and developmental progress.
• The average result of Class X/XII is 100% (with
reference to Board average).
1.3.6.3 • Teachers make use of different methods of assessment

to assess the learning of the students.
• Teachers identify the learning levels of the students.
1.3.6.4 • Teachers make use of traditional pen paper tests for

assessing the learning of the students and focus on
achievement of good results in the final year end
exams.
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The Scholastic and Co-Scholastic components make for an education that is holistic and
comprehensively assesses an individual's potential, capabilities and interests. However, over the
decades, educational system in our country has over emphasized scholastic over the co-scholastic.
This has also shaped the social perceptions about individual worth and achievement, limiting them
to a narrow sphere of academics. The co-scholastic sphere which covers the wider ambit of
education remains a grey area.
Co-scholastic policies, processes and outcomes promote students' well -being in physical, social,
emotional and intellectual domains. Students learn in parts but are able to make connections, be
interconnected and learn to be responsible, caring, compassionate, thinking individuals in a larger
world.
The Board would like to stress upon the importance of the area by giving it the second highest
weightage in SQAA.
Sub Domains and 2.1 Curriculum and Pedagogical Planning

Sub-Sub Domains 2.1.1 There is an Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan for the
2.2 Art Education
2.2.1 The school provides ample opportunities for Art and Visual and
Performing Arts activities.
2.3 Work Education
2.4.1 The school provides facilities to the students to participate in
Literary and Creative Skills; Scientific Skills; Information and
Communication Technology Skills; Organizational Leadership
Skills and Aesthetic Skills.
2.5.1 School has a Policy for promoting Health and Physical Education in
students.
2.5.2 School has a strong leadership and management of PE and Sports.
2.5.5 Assessment is as per the learning outcomes and the grade given in
the curriculum document.
2.5.7 Inclusive PE and Sports is an important aspect of school
ambience.
2.5.8 PE follows an integrated approach and all the four strands are a
part of the larger curriculum.
2.6.1 The school has a Life Skills development programme
2.7 Value Education
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There is an Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan for the development of Co- Scholastic
2.1.1
Skills (CSS).
2.1.1.1 • The School Policy for the development of Co-
Scholastics is in place.
• The school Annual Co-scholastic and Pedagogical Plan
for co-scholastics reflects its Vision and Mission.
• The school Annual Curriculum Plan reflects
enhancement in life skills, values, literary skills,
scientific skills, ICT skills, Health and Physical
Education, Visual and Performing Arts, Work
Education, Leadership Skills, Aesthetic Skills, etc.
• The approved Annual Curriculum and Pedagogical
Plan for development of Co-Scholastic Skills is
effectively implemented, monitored and reviewed at
regular intervals and necessary changes are made
accordingly.
2.1.1.2 • The Curriculum and Pedagogical Plan for the

development co-scholastic skills is implemented in
collaboration with all staff members and based on
students' learning experiences
2.1.1.3 • The approved Annual Curriculum Plan for

development of CSS is communicated to teachers,
2.1.1.4 • A documented draft of Annual Co-Scholastic Plan is

available with the Principal/HM and in the Library.
2.2 Art Education
2.2.1 The school provides ample opportunities for Art and Visual and Performing Arts activities.
2.2.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to Art Education is in
place.
• Art Education is effectively implemented, monitored
and reviewed at regular intervals.
• Art activities are integrated in the Annual School
Curriculum and correlated with other subjects or
school activities.
• Resources are provided to bring forth and nurture
artistic capabilities of the students
• Awareness is generated among the parents /
guardians, school management about the importance
of studying Art Education in school.
• Student Outcomes are reflected in the school
aesthetics and décor, in co-scholastic activities; and in
scholastic activities.
• Participation of students in Art forms at National and
International Levels.
• There is a mechanism to mentor, monitor and review
processes.
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2.2.1.2 • Art Education is effectively implemented.
• All the four streams of arts i.e. music, dance, visual arts
and theatre are a part of arts curriculum offered by the
school.
• Culinary Art is a part of the curriculum in grades 6-8.
• Through arts curriculum, students are introduced to
the rich and varied artistic traditions of the country.
• Students participate at the Zonal/State Level.
2.2.1.3 • The school provides more than two activities for Visual
and Performing Arts and Culinary Art and maintains
records.
2.2.1.4 • The school provides only three options for Art
activities (one for Visual, one for Performing Arts and
one for Culinary Art) and maintains records.
2.3 Work Education
2.3.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to Work Education is in
place.
• Work Education has been integrated in the school
curriculum from the preprimary/primary classes.
• Activities appropriate with the child's age and ability
and those that contribute to the child's normal growth
and development have been implemented in the
school.
• Wherever possible, industrial exposure is provided
and experts are invited to interact with the students.
• The school Work Education Programme focuses on
enabling children to learn values, basic scientific
concepts, skills and creative expression.
• The activities are effectively implemented, monitored
2.3.1.2 • The school provides resources (meaningful work

space and other required material) for Work Education
activities to all classes.
• Students work under the supervision of concerned
teachers.
• The outcomes of the students are analyzed to improve
their performance / skills.
2.3.1.3 • The school provides more than 3 Skill Based activities

for work education to the students of classes VI-X;
maintains records; and results are shared with
2.3.1.4 • The school provides only 3 activities for work

education to the students of classes VI-X; maintains
records and results are shared with students and
parents.
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The school provides facilities to the students to participate in activities related to Literary and
2.4.1 Creative Skills; Scientific Skills; Information and Communication Technology Skills;
Organizational Leadership Skills and Aesthetic Skills.
2.4.1.1 • There is a well laid out School Policy for participation of

students in different activities that enhance their skills.
• There is a Class Wise Tracker for each student's
participation in the activities.
• Teachers integrate the activities with their subjects.
• Each child is encouraged to participate in activities that
build on their cognitive, affective and psychomotor
domains.
• Students are encouraged to participate in such
activities at National and International Levels.
• Regular feedback is provided to students and parents.
• The Policy is effectively implemented, monitored and
reviewed at regular intervals.
2.4.1.2 • Each child/student is encouraged to participate in

some activity or the other so that 'No Child is Left
Behind' from participation in these activities
organized at class/school/ interschool level.
• Records of their participation and achievements are
maintained.
• Students are encouraged to participate in Intra
School/Inter school events.
2.4.1.3 • The school provides adequate facilities to the students

and maintains records.
2.4.1.4 • The school provides facilities to selective students for

participating in some activities.
2.5.1 School has a Policy for promoting Health and Physical Education in Students.
2.5.1.1 • A clearly documented School Policy for promoting
Health and Physical Education in students is in place.
• PE and Sports are reflected centrally in School
Development Plan.
• Students, staff, parents and community contribute to
it regularly.
• The Policy is monitored and reviewed regularly at
periodic intervals and changes made accordingly.
2.5.1.2 • PE and Sports is implemented across the school and
shared with the students and parents.
2.5.1.3 • Some attention is given to PE and Sports but there is no
Policy or statement that is shared with parents or the
community.
2.5.1.4 • Limited or no attention given to PE or Sports.
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2.5.2 School has a strong leadership and management of PE and Sport.
2.5.2.1 • Policy for MPE and Sports is in place.
• School Leadership and Management are committed to
implementing the detailed PE development plan
through PE Coordinator and a Committee comprising
of staff, parents and students.
• There are stringent monitoring and reviewing
practices to ensure enhancement in the PE and Sport
Program.
2.5.2.2 • School Coordinator is skilled and has developed core

vision with staff support.
• Strong Planning and execution is evidenced across the
Board.
2.5.2.3 • Head of school understands the importance of PE and

school sport and there is an identified PE Coordinator.
2.5.2.3 • There is an identified Sports Period in the Time Table.

2.5.3.1 • School Policy on PE is in place.
• All staff are competent, confident and capable of
excellent delivery of PE lessons.
• Cross curricular approach is encouraged.
• The diversity of activities gives pupil confidence to try
new things in a range of environments.
• Students are exposed to talented professional and
passionate sports persons in order to encourage them
to pursue a healthy life style.
• The activities are stringently monitored, and reviewed.
2.5.3.2 • Staff is confident and competent and uses innovative

strategies to generate interest in leading a healthy life
style.
• Children are provided with opportunities to explore
their talent and build skills.
2.5.3.3 • Staff takes the sports periods regularly and ensures

that students are present.
2.5.3.4 • Staff takes sports period.
2.5.4.1 • School Policy on mainstreaming PE is in place.
• PE activities are carried out for at least one hour every
day of the week. (five to six hours in a week)
• The activities are effectively implemented, monitored
2.5.4.2 • Students participate in activities around MPE for four

hours in a week.
2.5.4.3 • Students are involved in sports and games as per their

sports period.
2.5.4.4 • Students play on their own in the designated period.
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2.5.5 Assessment is as per the learning outcomes and the grade given in the curriculum document.
2.5.5.1 • The School Policy on mainstreaming PE is in place.

• All teachers are confident, competent and capable of
assessing learning outcomes using prescribed
assessment standards.
• There is a mechanism for mentoring, monitoring and
reviewing the assessment process.
2.5.5.2 • Most staff are capable of and competent in the use of

assessment standards across the four strands.
2.5.5.3 • Varied level of staff competence and most teachers do

not apply assessment standards.
2.5.5.4 • Hardly any level of staff competence in assessing

students.

2.5.6.1 • The School Policy on MPE and Sports is in place.
• The School Calendar reflects ongoing activities and
programmes for all stakeholders which ensure that the
stakeholders are enabled to make the right choices to
lead a healthy life style.
• Subject teachers integrate PE in their curriculum.
• The programme is effectively implemented,
monitored and reviewed at regular intervals.
• Records and data are maintained to identify
measurable indicators.
2.5.6.2 • Regular Programmes are organized by the school on

making Healthy Life Style Choices.
• Stakeholders actively participate in the programmes.
2.5.6.3 • The teachers encourage students to lead a healthy life

style.
2.5.6.4 • The teachers encourage students to participate in the

Sports Period.
2.5.7 Inclusive PE and Sports is an important aspect of school ambience.

2.5.7.1 • School Policy on MPE and Sports is in place.
• Extensive range of activities under MPE are available
and opportunities for students with learning
difficulties and different abilities are created, links
with community clubs created and achievements
celebrated and shared.
• The programme is effectively implemented,
2.5.7.2 • Focus on inclusive practices and regular competitions

are held both within and between schools and most
students get to participate in these programs.
2.5.7.3 • Limited sports opportunities are provided to the

students with different abilities.
2.5.7.4 • Basic opportunities for all pupils are available although

inclusive practices are not evidenced.
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PE follows an integrated approach and all the four strands of MPE are a part of the larger
2.5.8
curriculum.
2.5.8.1 • School Policy on MPE and Sport is in place.
• SEWA, Games and Sports, Health and Fitness-all these
strands are interwoven in the curriculum and
opportunities provided to each student to participate
in each activity.
• Effective implementation, monitoring and reviewing is
evidenced.
2.5.8.2 • Most students participate in all the strands in age

appropriate ways.
2.5.8.3 • Some students actively participate in some of the four

strands of MPE.
2.5.8.4 • Few students participate in all the four strands.

2.6.1.1 • There is well defined policy for implementing Life Skills
Education which is effectively implemented,
monitored and reviewed.
• Teachers have created resources for equipping all
students with all the desired Life Skills required to be
successful in 21st century.
• Life Skills Programme is well integrated in the whole
school plan.
• Life Skills Programme is effectively implemented,
2.6.1.2 • Besides time set aside for Life Skills, capacity building
programmes are organized for teachers and students.
• Life Skills Education is imparted through regular
classroom teaching.
• The Life Skills Education programme is planned and
implemented for all the classes.
2.6.1.3 • The Life Skills programme is planned and implemented
for secondary classes only.
• School Counsellor or class teacher is responsible for
imparting Life Skills Education.
• Life Skills activities are conducted using the CBSE Life
Skills Manuals.
2.6.1.4 • The school has CBSE Life Skills Manuals in its library.
There is no organized programmme for the
development of Life Skills but carried out in an
informal way.
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2.7 Value Education
2.7.1.1 • There is well defined policy for imparting Values
Education which is effectively implemented,
monitored and reviewed regularly.
• Teachers have created activities for promoting values
among students.
• Values Education is integrated in whole school plan.
2.7.1.2 • The school has a planned programme for inculcating

values among students.
• The school has CBSE Values Education Kit for the ready
reference of teachers.
• Capacity Building programmes are organized for
teachers to enhance their skills for the effective
implementation of values education programme in
the school.
2.7.1.3 • Varied co-curricular activities are conducted by the

school to inculcate values among students.
2.7.1.4 • Inculcation of values in students through school

assembly only.
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DOMAIN 3: INFRASTRUCTURE - Adequacy, Functionality, Aesthetics and Safety
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 and 3.1 Classrooms, library, laboratories, computer labs and ICT facilities
Sub-Sub Domains 3.1.1 The school has sufficient classrooms conducive to learning.
3.2 Principal's Office, Staff room and Administrative Offices
3.2.1 The school has sufficient space for Principal, staff and
administration as per requirements.
3.3 Infirmary and Health Management Facilities
3.5 Furniture
3.5.1 The school has adequate, safe, comfortable, age appropriate and
aesthetically designed furniture.
3.6.1 The school building is designed for natural lighting and ventilation
3.7.1 Adequate provisions/ effective measures are in place for Disaster
Management.
3.8 Eco friendly orientation, aesthetics, lawns and green plants
3.11 Rooms for Activities - Art, Sculpture, Music, Dance, Theatre,
Technology
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3.1.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to infrastructure is in

place.
• The school has integrated classrooms which have
space for students: student and teacher: student
interactions; have aesthetic features, ICT facilities and
easy access for differently abled.
• There is an ongoing mechanism to assess the
infrastructure needs of the students.
3.1.1.2 • Classrooms are designed to provide for varied learning

needs and suitable for different levels.
3.1.1.3 • Classrooms are available as per statutory norms.
3.1.1.4 • Classrooms are available but short of statutory norms.

The School Library facilitates effective delivery/implementation of its educational
3.1.2
programmes.
3.1.2.1 • The School Policy with regard to the effective usage of
library is in place.
• The school library:
v is aesthetically designed
v provides access to internet, e-library and various
digital media to both teachers and students
v has separate reference facilities for teachers to
facilitate learning.
• The books do not contain material offensive to any
gender, race, religion or community.
• The Library is optimally and effectively used by
students and teachers alike and is upgraded at regular
intervals.
• The Librarian uses innovative techniques to encourage
students to read.
• Student views and suggestions are taken to procure
relevant and age appropriate books.
• The Library is accessible to parents and community
also.
• Regular review of the needs of students and staff and
appropriate action plan is evidenced.
3.1.2.2 • The school library resources are utilized by teachers

and students; it has separate reference section and a
Reading Room.
• Books are regularly updated to meet the
developmental needs of learners of both the genders
and all age groups.
3.1.2.3 • The school library has adequate resources as per

norms and students visit the Library as per their
allotted period.
3.1.2.4 • The school library is a room with a few books.
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3.1.3.1 • The School Policy with regard to the effective usage of
laboratories is in place.
• The laboratory facilities are more than adequate, and
there is optimal utilization by all students.
• Resources are added based on teacher and student
feedback.
• All safety and security compliances are met with.
• The school has additional experiential lab(s) and
mobile lab(s) for developing scientific temperament.
• Ongoing review of resources and subsequent action
plan is evidenced.
3.1.3.2 • Laboratories and related emergency management

facilities are available.
• Teachers and students of both the genders are
adequately trained to demonstrate safe and careful
use of equipment.
3.1.3.3 • The school has only Science and Mathematics

laboratories which are sub-optimally utilized.
• Safety measures are not in place.
3.1.3.4 • The school has only Science laboratory with few

equipment.
• Resources are sub optimally utilized and without
proper safety features.
Computer and other ICT facilities are available to support different administrative and
3.1.4
educational activities in the school.
3.1.4.1 • There is a well-defined Policy for technology
integration in school with a robust Blue Print.
• There are more than adequate computers (1:2
students per computer / laptop/tablet), high
speed/strength internet facility.
• ICT facilities are:
v integrated with the learning design.
v optimally utilized for appropriate instructional
transaction, record keeping and other
administrative work.
• Student outcomes are clearly visible in the school
activities and in the Computer Lab.
• Parents are oriented towards digitalization of school
processes.
• Computer Lab is accessible to parents and community.
• Ongoing review of equipment and facilities is
evidenced together with an action plan for
improvement.
3.1.4.2 • Computer and ICT facilities for Scholastic, Co-

Scholastic activities, and School Information
Management are available.
• Facilities are regularly upgraded and effectively
utilized.
• Integration of ICT with the learning design of some
subjects and a few activities is evidenced.
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3.1.4.3 • Computer and ICT facilities are available which are
used by teachers and students.
3.1.4.4 • Few computers are available in the school.

3.2.1 The school has sufficient space for Principal, Staff and Administration as per requirements.
3.2.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to the provision of

facilities for school staff and principal is in place.
• The school has aesthetically designed offices,
equipped with relevant ICT facilities for Principal,
teaching staff and Administrative Staff as well as for
non-teaching staff.
• Review of infrastructure and aesthetics at regular
intervals is evidenced.
3.2.1.2 • In addition to the Principal and Administrative Offices,

a separate Staff Room(s) is/are available for teachers.
3.2.1.3 • The school has a common office for Principal,

Administrative Staff and for other purposes.
3.2.1.4 • The school has a Principal's Office only.

3.3 Infirmary (Medical Room) and Health Management facilities
3.3.1 The school has effective Health Management Facilities.
3.3.1.1 • The Policy for a Health Promoting School is in place.

• Emergency protocols are followed.
• All teachers are trained in first aid.
• School has a full-time doctor and a nurse.
• The school medical room is equipped to handle
medical emergencies.
• Equal comfort level is offered to both the genders.
• Effective communication system is in place for Health
Management.
• School Health and Wellness Club is the focal point of
school health promotion.
• School health co-ordinator assists in the
implementation and co-ordination of school health
policies and programs.
• Emergency medical care numbers are displayed at
prominent places in the school.
• The school health programmes are formally
monitored, reviewed and appropriate actions taken.
• All statutory requirements as per are followed.
• Regular Capacity Building Programmes for all
Stakeholders to encourage Healthy Lifestyle.
3.3.1.2 • A full-time nurse is available to attend to the needs of
the students. Records are duly maintained.
• Regular Health Check-ups are conducted and report is
shared with the parents.
• Relevant medical records of all students are updated
with parental support.
• Health Cards of all students are maintained with
special focus on immunization.
• The school has tie up with a local nearest hospital to
meet emergency needs.
• School is complaint with all statutory requirements.
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3.3.1.3 • School has an infirmary/sick room but not manned by
a doctor/nurse at all times.
• A few teachers are trained in first aid.
• Health Check-ups of students are conducted.
3.3.1.4 • School has a first aid kit with necessary medicines and
other supplies for emergency which are within the
expiry period.
The school provides safe drinking water; adequate sanitation facilities and follows effective
3.4.1
waste management practices.
3.4.1.1 • The School Policy for the provision of safe drinking
water; clean and adequate sanitation facilities and
waste management is in place.
• Provision of Menstrual hygiene management facilities
like proper disposal facilities for menstrual waste,
including an incinerator and dust bins.
• Washroom/Toilet Doors have child-friendly latch.
• Toilet(s) for Children with Special Needs (CWSN) with
necessary provisions is available.
• Visuals depicting key hygiene messages and use of
water conserving techniques are available in all the
toilets, hand washing areas and water drinking places.
• Provision of Sanitary Pad dispenser in girls' toilets.
• Regular/daily inspection of water and sanitation
facilities by a committee /person appointed for the
task.
• Sufficient water is available at all times for different
purposes in the school.
• 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 caters to a clean environment by enforcing
stringent monitoring and review practices.
• School is compliant with all statutory norms.
3.4.1.2 • Sufficient group hand washing facilities are available

and are easily scalable.
• All water, sanitation and hand washing facilities are
kept clean; hygienic conditions are maintained and are
regularly repaired.
• There is regular supply of cleaning materials, soap,
disinfectants, brooms, brushes, buckets etc.
• All disinfectants and cleaning materials are kept away
from the reach of the students.
• There are working locks on the toilet doors.
• There is provision of proper lighting, exhaust fans and
dust bins in the toilets.
• There is provision of separate and clean toilets for
male and female staff.
• Water filter/purifier is available in the school.
• Water quality is tested periodically.
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• Dust bins are available in all the classrooms and labs
and are kept clean.
• School has a proper maintained drainage system and
system for disposal of waste and garbage.
3.4.1.3 • The number of toilets is in proportion to number of

students.
• Toilets are kept clean.
• Hand washing facility with soap dispensers and
tissues.
• There is provision of proper lighting in the toilets.
• There is facility for safe drinking water with adequate
number of water taps for all the students, located at
convenient points within the building.
• There is no water logging in the drinking area and in
the toilets.
• The school has a drainage system.
• Dust bins are available in all the corridors in the school.
3.4.1.4 • The school has separate functional toilets for boys and
girls.
• Hand washing facility is available.
• There is facility for drinking water with a few number
of water taps for all the students, located at a
convenient point within the building.
• Dustbins are available at a few places in the school.
3.5 Furniture
The school has adequate, safe, comfortable, age appropriate and aesthetically designed
3.5.1
furniture.
3.5.1.1 • The school policy with regard to the provision of
furniture is in place.
• Aesthetically designed, age appropriate and safe
furniture is available in the school.
• Additional furniture is visible in order to engage
students in multiple activities and enhance their skills.
• Special furniture is available for differently abled
students.
• The infrastructure is periodically reviewed and
changes made as per requirements.
3.5.1.2 • Furniture is safe, adequate, comfortable and age

appropriate.
3.5.1.3 • Adequate furniture is available as per the number of

students and teaching learning demands.
3.5.1.4 • Very minimal furniture is available as per the teaching

learning requirements.
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The school building is designed for natural lighting and ventilation in keeping with the best
3.6.1
international norms.
3.6.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to the provision of
conducive environment to students is in place.
• The entire school building is well lit and ventilated with
temperatures conducive for learning and working as
per norms.
• Review mechanism to ensure a well-lit school is
evidenced.
3.6.1.2 • Enough attention being paid to natural lighting and
cross ventilation in building design.
3.6.1.3 • There is illumination and cross ventilation in most of

the classrooms.
3.6.1.4 • The school has no proper lighting and ventilation in the

classrooms and other rooms.

3.7.1 Adequate provisions/ effective measures are in place for Disaster Management.
3.7.1.1 • The School Policy on Disaster Management is in place.
• All students, teachers, non-teaching staff are well
trained to manage all kinds of disasters and conduct
evacuation drills in minimum time.
• Stringent provisions for emergency management are
in place in terms of infrastructure and behaviour
patterns.
• Evacuation Plans and Emergency Protocols are
displayed all over the school.
• The Policy is monitored and reviewed at regular
intervals.
3.7.1.2 • The school stakeholders of both the genders are
trained to manage emergencies and disasters with
enough practice in conducting mock drills and
evacuation drills.
3.7.1.3 • The school has some disaster management

equipment and school stakeholders are aware of the
drills.
3.7.1.4 • There is only first aid kit available in the school and
school stakeholders are not aware of emergency drills.
3.8.1.1 • The School Policy on eco-friendly practices is in place.
• The school practices eco-friendly activities like vermi
composting, rain water harvesting, use of solar energy,
segregation of waste at source, recycling of waste, safe
disposal of e-waste, effective water conservation
activities and/or other activities which help in
reducing the carbon footprint.
• Energy audit and audit of rubbish created by school is
conducted regularly.
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• Eco friendly practices are integrated in the school
curriculum.
• "Lights-off" hour once per week is observed.
• The eco-friendly practices in the school are a role
model for students, parents, teachers and the wider
community.
• The Eco-friendly practices are monitored and
reviewed at regular intervals.
3.8.1.2 • The school displays neat and clean surroundings
around it and creates awareness on environmental
issues in the community through a number of
activities.
• Use of energy saving and energy efficient electrical
equipment.
• School has compost pits.
• Students of all levels - primary to secondary and senior
secondary participate in eco-club activities.
3.8.1.3 • The school premises are aesthetically maintained with

lawns and green plants.
• School has an eco-club and only a few students of
senior classes participate in it.
3.8.1.4 • The school premises are neat and clean.

The school ensures safety measures as per statutory requirements and as defined by the Board
3.9.1
from time to time.
3.9.1.1 • Policy for a Safe and Secure School is in place.
• The school has Committees for Child Protection and
Safety as per norms.
• All Statutory Compliances are in place.
• The Committees prepare plan of action for ensuring
overall safety of children.
• Awareness programmes are conducted for the school
staff and other stakeholders to sensitize them on
safety measures.
• The Plan is implemented, monitored and reviewed at
regular intervals.
3.9.1.2 • School does not have a policy; but safety related duties
are assigned to the staff.
• School has tie up with local agencies for handling
emergency situations.
• School ensures the presence of personnel to regulate
traffic during peak hours outside the school.
• Safety of the students is ensured when taken for field
trips and excursions.
• School ensures safe transport facilities for the
students and follows all the guidelines as prescribed
by the Board with regard to it from time to time.
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3.9.1.3 • School does not have a policy but ensures necessary
safety provisions eg. display of necessary information,
safety equipment, emergency contact numbers,
emergency exits, first aid kits, etc. inside the school
premises and its surroundings.
• Proper records of movement of vendors and visitors in
the school are maintained.
3.9.1.4 • School has no policy or plan or action except

certificates of inspection for safety of school building,
fire safety and safe drinking water certificate on file.
3.10.1 Indoor and outdoor sport facilities are available and support differently-abled students.
3.10.1.1 • School Sports policy is in place.
• Aesthetically designed and regularly maintained
playgrounds.
• Provision of multi courts and diverse sports and games
facilities.
• Optimal utilization of school playground.
• Facility for coaching or special training for sports is
available.
• Provision of sports facilities for children with special
needs.
• Intra and Inter school events are organized in the
school playground.
• Regular monitoring and reviewing practices are
evidenced.
3.10.1.2 • School has a playground meeting minimum statutory

requirements and is optimally used for multiple sports
and other activities.
• Inter school and intra school sports events are
organized and conducted in the school.
• Provision of equal sports and games facilities to all
students regardless of gender.
3.10.1.3 • School has a playground meeting minimum statutory
requirements and is used for only one/two sports and
other activities.
• Equipment is maintained and made available as and
when required.
• Playground activities are supervised.
• Records and inventories are maintained.
3.10.1.4 • School does not have its own playground but has an
alternate arrangement like use of playground of a
neighbourhood school or a community space.
• School has limited sports material/equipment.
3.11 Activity Rooms
The school has adequate number of activity rooms for art, sculpture, music, dance,
3.11.1
theatre and technology.
3.11.1.1 • The School Policy for development of Aesthetics, Art
and Culture in students is well in place.
• Activity rooms are well designed and equipped to
meet the diverse interests of students.
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• Open spaces are well utilized to develop a culture of
art and aesthetics.
• Age appropriate equipment are available in more than
adequate number.
• Equipment is effectively utilized and well maintained.
3.11.1.2 • School has adequate number of activity rooms for
both primary and senior school students and they are
optimally utilized.
3.11.1.3 • School has one or two rooms together with a multi-
purpose space which is utilized for activities.
3.11.1.4 • School has one or two rooms which are used as activity
rooms.
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Staff forms an integral part of any school and is responsible for ensuring student outcomes in both
scholastic and co-scholastic aspects and is responsible for the connect between parents, students
and school. This domain first adheres to the major boundaries of recruitment of adequate number
of staff and then moves on to mandate Service Rules and Records, Recruitment Practices, Academic
Supervision and Continuing Professional Development. School staff refers to all employees both
teaching and non-teaching.
Policies and practices for staff that are conducive to a working environment; are nurturing in nature;
promote and encourage innovation and collaboration - are the hall marks of a learning organization.
The involvement of stakeholders and family and community partnerships with schools are
instrumental in ensuring that students attain their specific and targeted goals. Parents, students,
alumni and community are also the resources for the school that support the school in achieving its
educational objectives.
Sub Domains and 4.1 School Staff - teaching and non-teaching

Sub-Sub Domains 4.1.1 The school recruits qualified and competent staff (teaching and
non-teaching) that is sufficient in number to support fulfillment
4.1.2 The school has an induction policy in place for the new
employees.
teachers.
4.2 Parents
4.3 Students
4.3.1 Students as Resources
4.4 Alumni
4.5 Community
4.5.1 The school is committed to fostering effective school community
partnership for providing enriching opportunities to enhance
students' achievement and wellbeing.
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4.1 School Staff
The school recruits qualified and competent staff (teaching and non-teaching) that is sufficient
4.1.1
in number to support fulfillment of school mission and objectives.
4.1.1.1 • The School Recruitment Policy is in place.
• The school employs sufficient number of staff for
scholastic and co-scholastic activities; administrative;
housekeeping; security etc.
• The school complies with all recruitment norms
including background checks.
• The school also appoints full time counselor(s) and
special educator(s) depending upon the number of
students.
• The school maximizes each Human Resource.
• The school employs teaching staff on the basis of
written test; face to face interview and demonstration
of competency in a 'real' class.
4.1.1.2 • The school employs sufficient number of staff

(teaching and non-teaching).
• The school employs staff; assigns duties and other
responsibilities as per their professional competence.
4.1.1.3 • The school employs staff as per affiliation bye laws.
4.1.1.4 • The school employs staff without any defined

recruitment rules and screening process.
4.1.2 The school has an Induction Policy in place for the new employees.
4.1.2.1 • The School Induction Policy for its new employees is in
place.
• The school assigns a mentor to each new member
recruited for a certain period of time.
• The new entrant is coached and mentored at regular
intervals.
• The principal assigns work/responsibilities to the staff
as per their knowledge, competencies and skills.
• A road map for the personal and professional growth
of the employee is generated with mutual consensus.
• Monitoring and reviewing at regular intervals is
demonstrated.
4.1.2.2 • The school conducts an orientation programme which

is mandatory for all staff to attend where new staff
members are introduced to the school staff,
familiarized with their roles, duties, responsibilities
and value system of the school.
4.1.2.3 • New staff are briefed by the concerned

H.O.D./Principal/Manager regarding their duties,
activities, etc.
4.1.2.4 • New staff takes up their duties right after they sign
their attendance on the first day.
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4.1.3.1 • The school has a clear Policy for Staff Appraisal which
includes Professional Development Measures and
Motivation and Retention of employees.
• The criteria for staff appraisal are developed in
collaboration with staff members.
• The Principal/HR Head encourages one to one
discussion with staff at regular intervals over a period
of a year wherein a SWOT analysis is done and
coaching and mentoring provided if needed
• The teaching staff is also encouraged to do self-
assessment using PINDICS (Performance Indicators)
published by NCERT.
• The staff shares their satisfaction or concern areas and
the school provides support and assistance wherever
required.
• Opportunity is given to the staff to discuss the result of
their appraisal.
• The school authorities also take appropriate action
after analyzing the results of the appraisal of the staff.
4.1.3.2 • The school conducts 360-degree appraisal of its staff

on the pre-defined criteria made in consultation with
the staff.
• The staff is mentored and coached over a period of
time.
4.1.3.3 • The school conducts a one-time appraisal of all

categories of staff on pre-defined criteria known to the
staff.
4.1.3.4 • Appraisal of the teaching staff is done on random basis

and on such parameters not known to the staff.
4.1.4 The school carries out staff development programmes and capacity building of teachers.
4.1.4.1 • The school has proper written/documented
plan/policy for the capacity building of its principal,
teachers and other staff members as per their need.
• The school ensures that all teachers have gone
through Knowledge, Skill and Competencies based
workshops over a period of one year.
• The school ensures that the staff implements the
takeaways of the CBPs attended. The staff is mentored
• The school collaborates with the schools in its hub and
or other partners to enhance capacity building of its
teachers.
• Other than identifying training needs in scholastic and
co-scholastics, the school also encourages self-
upgradation in those domains or areas which go
beyond the classroom.
• There is provision for teacher development in the
Annual Budget.
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4.1.4.2 • The Principal along with the teaching staff are
periodically involved in self and team-development
and management programmes.
• Equal opportunities are provided to all the staff
members.
4.1.4.3 • Some teachers are sent for CBPs organized by CBSE

Centres of Excellence.
• There is Teachers' Development Report including their
involvement in activities other than teaching.
4.1.4.4 • Only a few senior teachers are given the opportunity

for attending some Capacity Building Programmes.
4.1.5 The school decides the salary and other allowances as per state norms/central norms.
4.1.5.1 • The school policy with regard to payment of salary and
other allowances to the staff is in place.
• The school gives salary according to the latest Pay
Commission.
• The school also provides staff allowances, incentives
and appreciation for additional work including
rewards like sponsoring training etc.
4.1.5.2 • DA and other admissible allowances as per Central or

respective State Govt. rates are paid to the staff.
4.1.5.3 • Salary is paid to the staff members as defined as per

individual negotiations based on school's terms and
conditions of service.
4.1.5.4 • Salary is not paid to the school staff as stated in the

affiliation bye laws of the Board.
4.1.6.1 • Effective implementation of plan or policy for
provision of incentives and appreciation to teaching
and non-teaching staff is in place.
• There is regular interaction of Leadership with staff.
• Innovative practices to motivate staff for good
performance are embedded in the system.
• Feedback mechanism to gauge satisfaction of
employees is in place.
4.1.6.2 • The school has a policy or plan of action for providing
incentives and appreciation to all its staff members.
• The number of staff members who receive
appreciation or incentives during the year is high.
4.1.6.3 • Number of staff members (teaching and admin)

appreciated or provided incentives in some form or
the other is negligible.
4.1.6.4 • The school has no written policy for providing

incentives or appreciation to its staff but once in a
while the teaching staff is appreciated either verbally
or through letters of appreciation.
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4.1.7 The school has a well-developed mechanism of mentoring of teachers.
4.1.7.1 • The School Policy for the mentoring of teachers is in
place.
• There is a mentoring schedule and programme in
place.
• The mentor-mentee meetings are held every week
with an agenda to discuss improvement in various
school processes and any issues faced by the teachers.
• Action Plan for improvement is made with mutual
consensus.
• The Plan is monitored and reviewed at regular
intervals.
4.1.7.2 • There is a mentoring programme with proper agenda

scheduled every month in which issues or problems of
teachers related with teaching learning process are
discussed and solutions are found through a
collaborative approach.
4.1.7.3 • The mentoring is just restricted to the weekly /

fortnightly reports to the Head of Department.
4.1.7.4 • The mentoring is just restricted to reporting of

teachers to the head of the department as and when
called for.
4.2 Parents
4.2.1.1 • Policy for Parental Involvement in place.
• Parents are partners in growth of the children and thus
school has an open-door policy for parents.
• Structured, formal and informal interventions of
parents in school activities are evident in the school
calendar.
• Communication is two-ways. School takes feedback
from parents constructively and has an immediate
response system in place.
• PTMs are regular and attended by most parents.
• Parents are involved in developing and implementing
school policies like School Development Plan, Safety
and Security Measures in school etc.
• Facilities like Library, Computer Labs and Playgrounds
are accessible for the parents.
• 'No Parent Left Behind' Policy is evidenced.
• Communication Tree is in place.
• Effective Complaint/Suggestion Management System
is in place.
• Effective Feedback Mechanism is in place.
4.2.1.2 • Interaction of school with parents through different

modes throughout the year.
• All parents are encouraged to participate in school
activities in an informal manner.
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4.2.1.3 • The school has a Parent Teacher Association and the
members meet once in a year other than PTMs.
4.2.1.4 • The school has very few interactions with the parents
and that too through Parent Teacher meetings only.
4.3 Students
4.3.1.1 • Policy for student involvement in school improvement
plans is in place.
• Participation and involvement of students in the
school improvement plan is encouraged across the
board (pre-primary - XII).
• The school has a well-integrated calendar to ensure
that students have a voice in the target setting of a
school improvement plan and are a part of the Aware
Responsible and Empowered Program.
• The feedback from students is used for Action
Research and to set SMART goals for setting up specific
quality processes.
• The students become positive enablers for others.
• The abilities and competencies of students are used
effectively to provide meaningful inputs to their
juniors.
• Students are used as resource persons for sharing
insights into their world which can help schools
formulate Health Promoting School Policy.
• Students assist in peer and buddy learning in
scholastic and co-scholastic domains.
• Students are provided opportunities to exhibit their
leadership skills and take on responsibility and
accountability of age appropriate processes in the
school.
• Regular mentoring, monitoring and reviewing of the
policy and its implementation is evidenced.
4.3.1.2 • The school has a well-documented process for

selection of student council.
• The student council is engaged effectively in
formulating school improvement plans.
• Selective students are provided with an opportunity to
become leaders.
• Buddy programmes and students as enablers are
evidenced in selective classes.
• Feedback mechanism from students is in place and
complaints and suggestions are addressed.
4.3.1.3 • The school has a process for selection of student

council and there is clarity in the roles of the members
of the student council.
4.3.1.4 • The school has the student council selected from the
senior school who takes care of their designated roles.
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4.4 Alumni
4.4.1.1 • The school policy for Interface with Alumni is in place.
• The school has structured tracking mechanisms
regarding alumni and involves them in frequent
interface leading to further development.
• The Alumni is regularly involved in the School
Improvement Programmes.
• The Alumni are the Brand Ambassadors for the school.
4.4.1.2 • The school has structured platform for alumni to

participate in school activities regularly like Annual
Meet or Annual Function, Sports Day, Farewell Parties,
Social Nights, etc.
4.4.1.3 • The school has an Alumni Association that meets once

a year.
4.4.1.4 • The school has random interaction with its alumni.
4.5 Community
The school is committed to fostering effective school community partnership for
4.5.1
providingenriching opportunities to enhance students' achievement and wellbeing.
4.5.1.1 • The school policy for fostering effective relationship
with community is in place.
• School leadership and teachers identify and draw on
community resources to enrich their students'
learning.
• School and community collaborate to provide
interventions for enhancing student achievement and
wellbeing.
• School maintains and sustains fruitful school
community partnership.
• Community plays an active, meaningful and
purposeful role in school decision making.
4.5.1.2 • School is aware of the value and importance of school

community partnerships for the good of students and
• School Improvement Plan clearly outlines the role of
the community representatives or partners in
achieving the desired goals.
• The school building is open and accessible for
community beyond school hours.
4.5.1.3 • School invites community representatives for different

activities at special occasions.
• Community representative members of the SMC are
involved in School Improvement planning.
4.5.1.4 • Community representatives are the members of the

School Managing Committee (SMC).
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DOMAIN 5: INCLUSIVE PRACTICES
The school must bring about a fundamental change in its systems and processes in order to support
and address the individual needs of each child. They must adopt effective model of inclusive
education and create such an environment in which all students have an opportunity or
opportunities to flourish. Inclusive schools value all students as equal members of the school
community; engage all students irrespective of their abilities in wide range of activities - both
academic and non-academic.
Sub Domains and 5.1 Barrier free environment

Sub-Sub Domains 5.1.1 The school provides barrier free access in terms of physical
5.2.1 Adequate and appropriate indoor and outdoor games, sports and
other recreational facilities are provided to students with
disabilities.
5.3.1 The school provides adequate transportation facilities to students
with disabilities.
5.4.1 Training and sensitization programmes are conducted for all staff
members by the school with respect to students with disabilities.
5.5.1 The school provides support services or resources for its students
with disabilities along with the support resources for the
teachers.
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5.1 Barrier free Environment
5.1.1 The school provides barrier free access in terms of physical environment to the students with
disabilities.
5.1.1.1 • School Policy for Inclusion and Inclusive practices is in
place.
• All the parts of the school building are accessible
either by ramp or by lifts; all the surfaces are non-
slippery; handrails have been provided in the
walkways and the walkways are clear of any hung and
protruding obstructions.
• There is a regular and ongoing mechanism to review
the safety procedures and infrastructure.
5.1.1.2 • Appropriate visual signage and signage in Braille have

been placed at readable height for the use of students
with disabilities.
• Suitable arrangements as per the needs of the

students are made in the classrooms.
5.1.1.3 • The school has accessible toilets and drinking water

outlets for students with disabilities; the path from the
gate to the school building and playground is clear and
leveled.
5.1.1.3 • The school has a ramp.
5.1.2 The school provides barrier free access in terms of curriculum to students with special needs.
5.1.2.1 • The school has written policy and procedure(s) for
identifying the abilities/ learning needs/styles of the
students at the time of admission in order to
determine the educational needs of the child.
• School has an Inclusion Committee and a resource cell
that plans the scholastic and co-scholastic needs of
each child.
• Curriculum is made flexible in terms of time,
teaching/learning resources, methodology, mode of
access, and presentation in order to meet the
identified needs of children with disabilities in both
cognitive and non-cognitive areas aiming at their
holistic development.
• Counsellors and trained staff to handle children with
Special Needs are appointed in the school.
• The counselors, teachers and parents work in
collaboration to formulate Individual Education Plans
for the children.
• The student outcomes are regularly monitored and
reviewed and action plan made based on the analysis.
5.1.2.2 • The school has Inclusion Committee which assists in

setting learning goals and suggests changes in
teaching processes, assessment procedures, etc. and
its recommendations are implemented.
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• Vocational courses or skill based activities are offered
as per need for each child.
5.1.2.3 • Teachers are instructed to give extra time to children

with special needs for finishing their classwork /
assignments.
5.1.2.4 • Same curriculum is transacted to students with

disabilities as to other students within the regular
classroom.
The school provides barrier free access in terms of teaching and assessment to the children
5.1.3
with disabilities.
5.1.3.1 • The school policy for Inclusive Practices is in place.
• Teachers make use of need based assistive devices in
the classroom as per the disability of students.
• The teachers work in close collaboration with special
educators, parents/guardians, other teachers,
therapists, counselors and administrators.
• Teachers evaluate the academic, social, emotional and
physical development (progress) of the children, not in
comparison to others but on the basis of their
individual learning plans.
• If need be, students with disabilities are taught on one
to one basis or in small groups with the help of special
educators in collaboration with parents.
• There is a regular and ongoing program for mentoring,
monitoring and reviewing the process.
5.1.3.2 • Teachers attach a buddy to help a child with special

needs in scholastic and co-scholastic activities.
• Teachers make use of a range of teaching approaches
including thematic and cross curricular approaches.
• Teachers use formative and diagnostic assessments to
recognize the teaching learning needs of these
students and accordingly organize special remedial
classes for them.
• The teachers refer children with complex needs
(whose progress is inadequate despite planned
interventions) to external professionals.
5.1.3.3 • Teachers work in collaboration with special

educators/counsellors to identify the learning needs
of special children.
• Teachers make use of differentiated instruction (in
terms of teaching methodologies and assessment
procedures).
• Teachers organize the classroom and seat the children
to optimize opportunities for communication,
interaction and learning.
• The teachers give extra time to students to complete
their class work and assessments as per their ability
and organize remedial classes as per their needs.
5.1.3.4 • Teachers teach students with special needs along with

other students and same assessment procedures are
followed.
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Adequate and appropriate indoor and outdoor games, sports and other recreational facilities
5.2.1
are provided to students with disabilities.
5.2.1.1 • The School Policy for Inclusive Practices is in place.
• The school appoints special coaches for students with
disabilities.
• PE teachers are sensitized about the needs of students
with disabilities and make participation in sports a safe
and healthy experience for them.
• Teachers use special devices or mechanisms to keep
them safe in the playground.
• Teachers have a procedure to know the abilities of the
child and accordingly the games and sports facilities or
other recreational facilities are provided.
• Mechanism to mentor, monitor and review the
process is in place.
5.2.1.2 • Parents of children with disabilities are counselled to

encourage and allow their children to participate in
games and sports activities.
• Medical Report and consent is taken from the parents
to ascertain if the child is medically fit enough to play
the desired game/s or sport.
5.2.1.3 • Indoor and outdoor games and sports facilities are

available for students with disabilities and are
modified to suit their needs, if required.
5.2.1.4 • Students with disabilities are encouraged to

participate in only music, play or drama.
5.3.1 The school provides adequate transportation facilities to students with disabilities.
• Drivers and attendants are trained in meeting the
needs of students with disabilities.
• Transportation related training is given to CWSN, peers
and teachers.
• School Buses are CWSN friendly.
• Regular monitoring and reviewing of the process is
evidenced.
5.3.1.2 • School buses have almost all the access features like
seat belts or special belts, contrast colour on vehicle
steps and railing, wheel chair lift (either built in or
manual), non-skid flooring, wide doors and steps,
hand rails, special priority seating, etc.
5.3.1.3 • Attendants accompany CWSN in the school bus.
5.3.1.4 • Same transportation facilities as provided to the other

children in school are provided to the students with
disabilities.
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Training and sensitization programmes are conducted for all staff members by the school with
5.4.1
respect to students with disabilities.
• Students, teachers, school support staff, drivers and
bus attendants are sensitized about the needs of
students with disabilities.
• Special orientation programmes are also organized by
the school for parents.
• Stakeholders are involved in programmes that build
empathy for students with special needs and they plan
activities that empower and enable the students.
• Statutory compliances are met with.
5.4.1.2 • The school managers and the head of the school have
laid out clear cut policies in context to dealing with
children with special needs.
• All stakeholders have undergone an orientation to
understand children with special needs.
5.4.1.3 • All teachers and heads are oriented on the issues

related to disabilities and inclusive education.
5.4.1.4 • Teachers dealing with students with disabilities in their

classrooms undergo capacity building programmes on
inclusion and inclusive strategies.

The school provides support services or resources for its students with disabilities along with
5.5.1
the support resources for the teachers.
• Health care, personal support and care and specialist
support staff are provided to children with complex
needs.
• Special Educators and rehabilitation professionals are
available.
• Learning aids; ICT facilities; specialist furniture, fittings
and equipment and other assistive technologies are
available in the school for the students with
disabilities.
• Mentoring, monitoring and reviewing the process is
demonstrated by the school.
5.5.1.2 • Staff is trained to identify CWSN.

• Drama, art, music and other therapy programmes are
provided to the students with disabilities.
• Teachers interact with each other to formulate an IEP
for students.
5.5.1.3 • The school has a few strategies in place to help CWSN.
5.5.1.4 • Teachers take up the role of counselors.
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DOMAIN 6: MANAGEMENT AND GOVERNANCE
Leadership starts with a vision which has been made collaboratively with stakeholders. Effective
Management and Governance ensures that processes and practices are aligned with the vision and
embedded in the system. Core Values and Beliefs of the school form a culture of the school wherein
everyone speaks and breathes the same value and belief. Policies for institutional planning,
conservative use of resources, financial management, interconnectedness within the school to
ensure efficiency etc. are made but tempered with human values of care and compassion.
Sub Domains and 6.1 Vision and Mission Statement

Sub-Sub Domains 6.1.1 The school is guided by clear vision and mission statements.
are in place.
6.5.1 There is a formal mechanism for relationship management (staff,
parents, community, alumni, etc.).
the school.
6.11 Fee Structure
6.12.2 The school admission policy is in consonance with CBSE
guidelines and norms.
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6.1.1.1 • The School Vision and Mission Statement is in place.

• The school management and leadership team ensures
that the Vision is the guiding force behind planning for
all academic and non-academic processes and the
Mission Statement outlines the process by which the
objectives are met.
• All Policies reflect the Vision and Mission of the School.
• Effective implementation of the school processes is
evidenced.
• Stringent Monitoring and Reviewing Practices are in
place.
• Gap analysis is done at regular intervals to identify the
gaps between planning and execution.
• Feedback is taken from the stakeholders.
• Corrective and Preventive measures are in place.
• Continual Improvement Plan and Action is evidenced.
6.1.1.2 • The school's Vision and Mission statement is

developed after getting inputs from its stakeholders.
• Monitoring system is in place to ensure that the
guiding statements are supported by its stakeholders.
• Some Action Plans as corrective actions are evidenced.
6.1.1.3 • The school's Vision and Mission statement is

communicated widely to its stakeholders.
• The Vision and Mission is evidenced in few processes.
6.1.1.3 • The school has written Vision and Mission statements

framed by its Management or Governing body
encompassing values and opportunities for the
cognitive and social development of the students.
6.2 Institutional Planning
The school has both long term and short term plans commensurate with its vision and mission
6.2.1
statement for institutional planning.
6.2.1.1 • The school policy with regard to the achievement of its
vision and mission statements is in place.
• The school has designed and developed short term
and long term goals through a collective process
(management, staff, alumni, parents and other
stakeholders).
• Goals/Plans commensurate with the school's vision
and mission statements are defined in terms of utility
after analyzing its financial and other resources.
• Specific targets are set, strategies planned, support
material listed, roles assigned to different
stakeholders to achieve the goals.
• The implementation process reviewed at regular
intervals against the indicators of success and
necessary changes made.
• Action Plans for improvement are evidenced.
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6.2.1.2 • Short term and long term goals are developed and
designed by the management and the staff.
• The documented policies and procedures are shared
amongst the management and the staff.
• Specific targets are set and roles assigned.
6.2.1.3 • The school has written /documented long term plans

defined by its Management or Governing Body.
6.2.1.4 • Daily basis planning by the teachers under the

guidance of HODs/Coordinators/Principal without any
focus on the future development or vision of the
school.
The management ensures effective co-ordination within the school and with outside
6.3.1
community.
6.3.1.1 • The School Policy for establishing effective
coordination within the school and with community is
in place.
• The school management works in close collaboration
or ensures effective coordination of the school
personnel with the parents, students, alumni and
other community stakeholders for the realization of its
goals or activities enlisted under the school
improvement plan.
• Dedicated time is provided to teachers for
collaborative planning and reflection for the
realization of its goals.
• Interconnectedness is clearly visible.
• Hubs of Learning assist in collaborative Learning.
• Mentoring, Monitoring and Reviewing practices are
evidenced.
6.3.1.2 • The school management bench marks and works in

close collaboration with other educational institutions
for the realization of its goals.
• Group/Team/Individual goals are set within the school
to ensure the teams work in tandem to ensure results.
6.3.1.3 • The school management ensures working relationship

with the school head and staff; has clearly defined
their roles and responsibilities in the realization of its
objectives.
6.3.1.4 • There is cooperative and effective working

relationship between the Management/Governing
Body and Head of the school.
• The Head of the School is responsible for ensuring
realization of objectives stated in the vision and
mission statement.
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6.4.1 There is a rationale for resource management and mechanisms are in place.
6.4.1.1 • The School Policy for Conservation of Resources is in
place.
• School resources are optimally utilized and
augmented on the basis of need analysis.
• Steps to reduce, reuse and recycle are taken by the
school leadership team as well as by the staff and
students.
• Monitoring practices are in place to avoid misuse and
wastage of resources.
• Activities to bring about awareness on Conservation of
Resources are embedded in the Annual Curriculum
and Pedagogical Plan and in the Annual Calendar of
Co-scholastic activities.
6.4.1.2 • The existing resources in the form of infrastructure

and equipment are utilized and need analysis done
before procuring new resources.
6.4.1.3 • Resource mobilization is the responsibility of the

Principal and is restricted to fee collection.
6.4.1.4 • The school has corrective measures in place to

conserve resources.
6.5.1 There is a formal mechanism for relationship management (staff, parents, community, alumni, etc.)
6.5.1.1 • The School Policy on Relationship Management is in

place.
• Guidelines for dealing with stakeholders are in place
and reviewed regularly by leadership team.
• All dealings and queries with and from stakeholders
are documented, analysed, followed up and
satisfaction report generated.
• Strong Feedback Mechanism, Quick Response Time
and the Open-Door Policy support the school in
maintaining a healthy relationship with stakeholders.
6.5.1.2 • A record of communication with parents and staff is

maintained.
• Follow ups are done and corrective actions are taken
immediately.
• All dealings by the school are marked with politeness
and within time.
6.5.1.3 • The school staff deals with routine and challenging

queries of the parents either telephonically or face to
face as and when a situation arises.
6.5.1.4 • The school staff deals with routine queries of the

parents either telephonically or face to face.
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6.6.1 There is complete activity management mechanism available in the school.
6.6.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to the management of
different school activities is in place.
• Guidelines for planning, implementation, monitoring
and reviewing are well documented.
• There is active participation of students, teachers,
alumni, parents and community in planning,
implementation, monitoring and reviewing of school
activities.
• Activities cater to Cognitive, Affective and
Psychomotor Domains of students, parents, teachers
and community.
• All safety and security norms are in place before,
during and after the activities.
6.6.1.2 • The responsibilities for execution of school activities

are widely decentralized after meticulous planning
and are systematically executed.
• Responsibilities are given to all the staff members.
6.6.1.3 • School activities and annual calendar prepared in

consultation with the school staff.
6.6.1.4 • School activities and annual calendar prepared by the

Principal/ HODs/ Coordinators only.
6.7 Data and Record Management
6.7.1.1 • The School Policy for data and record maintenance
and usage is in place.
• The school computerizes the data of all types of
records (students, teachers, finances, resources,
curricular and co-curricular activities, facilities,
community involvement, etc.).
• All SOPs are also documented electronically.
• Process Owners/ Concerned Staff are responsible for
recording, storing, updating and retrieving
information.
• The process of data and record maintenance is
monitored and reviewed at periodic intervals to
ensure its efficacy.
• Action Plan to improve the school processes is
evidenced after assessing the usage of data.
6.7.1.2 • All types of data and records are maintained and

available either in electronic form or in traditional
form.
• The data is accessible to the staff and is utilized to
enhance school processes and systems.
6.7.1.3 • The school computerizes the data of admissions and

student assessment records only.
6.7.1.4 • Traditional methods (in the form of registers) are used

to store data.
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6.8.1.1 • The School Policy for effective communication with
stakeholders is in place.
• The school has a complete automated system or an
online school management system which manages
student information, engages parents, communicates
important information to its stakeholders, manages
school administration etc.
• The school has an effective horizontal and vertical
communication system among its various sections.
• The school has multiple modes to communicate with
its stakeholders at regular intervals.
• The school uses the feedback provided by
stakeholders to enhance efficacy of its processes as
part of its continual improvement plan.
6.8.1.2 • The school has formal channels/modes to

communicate with its stakeholders.
• The communication is two ways.
• The school has a mechanism to take feedback from
stakeholders two-three times in a year which is
considered while preparing annual improvement plan
for the next year.
6.8.1.3 • The school has formal channels/modes to

communicate with its stakeholders.
• The communication is one way through written
circulars, newsletters, SMS system, school website,
PTM, school magazine, etc.
6.8.1.4 • The mode of communication is oral along with some

written documents provided to stakeholders from
time to time.
6.9.1.1 • The School Policy with regard to the administration of
different school activities is in place.
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are designed
by the Leadership Team in collaboration with the staff
which includes all the Policies for each Process.
• The school effectively implements the SOPs.
• The Leadership team monitors and reviews the
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) regularly and
upgrades them in collaboration with the staff.
6.9.1.2 • All the school functionaries are involved in the

documentation of SOPs.
• School has SOPs for different processes like
recruitment, accounting, purchasing, material
management, record keeping, management of
activities, etc. which are implemented.
6.9.1.3 • Some of the Operating Procedures are standardized

but are not being followed in totality.
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6.9.1.4 • The school has only a few documented SOPs prepared
or developed by the school management and
principal.
6.10.1 There is a mechanism for financial administration including record keeping, budget, audit, etc.
6.10.1.1 • The School Policy for the administration of school

finances is in place.
• Accounts are internally and externally audited and no
mismanagement /deficiency is noted.
6.10.1.2 • The responsibility of overseeing and managing the

finances is entrusted to a person with appropriate
qualifications.
• Appropriate opportunities are provided to the staff
members to participate in determining financial
priorities or preparing the budget.
• Sufficient financial powers are given to the Head of the
School.
6.10.1.3 • Sales and purchase procedures are followed;

appropriate balance is maintained between Income
and Expenditure.
6.10.1.4 • Financial transactions are made but partial records are
maintained.
6.11 Fee Structure
6.11.1 Judicious fee is charged commensurate with the facilities provided by the school.
6.11.1.1 • The School Fee Policy is in place.
• There is judicious fee charged commensurate with the
facilities provided under the approved heads of the
concerned state govt. /policy.
• The school has disclosed its fee structure,
infrastructure details and other services provided on
its website.
• The school consults parents (either through their
representatives or all parents) before revising fee.
• Statutory norms are followed.
6.11.1.2 • The school has disclosed its fee structure on the

website and the heads are as per norms.
• No capitation fee is charged or voluntary donations
accepted by the school.
6.11.1.3 • The school has disclosed its fee structure on the

website.
6.11.1.4 • Fee is not charged as per the approved heads of the

concerned state govt./policy.
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6.12 The school has a provision for Free and Compulsory Education under the RTE Act 2010.
6.12.1.1 • The School Admission Policy is in place.
• Admission of students is as per norms.
• Teachers and school heads treat students, of both the
genders, admitted under RTE Act 2010/ Inclusion
Policy equally so that they benefit equally from all the
social, cultural, intellectual opportunities offered by
the school.
• Special remedial classes are arranged to mainstream
EWS students before they join school.
• Orientation of parents is part of the Admission
Process.
• Monitoring and Reviewing Practices are evidenced.
6.12.1.2 • The school admits students as per norms and as per

their Policy.
• The school admits students under the RTE Act 2010/
EWS / Sponsored category or special category as per
guidelines.
6.12.1.3 • The school admits students as per its Policy.

• The school admits students under the RTE Act 2010/
EWS / Sponsored category or special category as per
guidelines.
6.12.1.4 • Some Admission Records are available.

• The school has not yet admitted students under the
RTE Act 2010/ EWS / Sponsored category or special
category as per guidelines.
6.12.2 The school admission policy is in consonance with the CBSE guidelines and norms.
6.12.2.1 • The School Admission Policy is non-discriminatory,
rational, transparent and in consonance with CBSE
• Adequate information is available on the Website /
promotional material to ensure transparency.
• Information obtained from the parents regarding the
child is evaluated and accordingly programmes /
activities are offered to the child.
6.12.2.2 • The school admission policy is in place.

• The school's promotional material and activities
present a realistic picture of the school and convey its
objectives and programmes offered; thus, apprising
the parents about the school's suitability for their
children.
6.12.2.3 • Admissions are made without any distinction of

religion, race, caste, creed, place of birth or any of
them.
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• The admission for SC/ST students is governed by the
Education Act/Rules applicable to the concerned State
/UT.
6.12.2.4 • Admissions are made without any distinction of

religion, race, caste, creed, place of birth or any of
them.
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DOMAIN 7: LEADERSHIP
School leadership is an influential driver in the realization of school mission and fostering student
learning and development. The potential role of the Principals is in providing academic pedagogical
leadership to their respective schools. In order to understand how learning occurs, a visionary
leader creates plausible situations conducive to learning, views knowledge as personal experiences
constructed in the shared context of teaching learning, rather than embedded in the external
reality of textbooks. A leader is sensitive to the social, professional and administrative contexts
needed to operate and develops appropriate competencies to be able to create actual situations for
scaffolding. Apart from developing mental faculties of the students, an effective leader also
develops an artistic and aesthetic sense in students through art education and addresses the
learning needs of all children, including those who are marginalized and differently abled. A leader
always strives for bringing innovation in different practices and activities and provides every
possible support for innovation to happen. A leader views appraisal as a continuous educative
process.
Sub Domains and 7.1 Scholastic and Pedagogical Leadership

Sub-Sub Domains 7.1.1 The school leader has a clear Vision and Direction to take the
school forward.
7.2.1 The school leaders demonstrate effective communication, cross-
functional collaborations and build relationships.
learning outcomes of students.
7.3.2 The school leaders demonstrate capacity to improve systems in
the school and ensure an ethos of responsibility and
accountability.
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7.1.1 The school leader has a clear Vision and Direction to take the school forward.
7.1.1.1 • The principal inspires people to become leaders in
their own roles.
• There is an Empowerment Policy for staff.
• All people in the organization share a common vision
and are committed to achieve the vision through a
well-designed strategic direction.
• The community is well aware of the Vision and Mission
of the school.
• All Leaders are committed to the National
Government Policies on Education.
• The school processes are clear, transparent. They
highlight the alignment of the vision and mission of
the school and these are shared with the stakeholders.
The school has a well-designed Improvement Plan.
• Each member of the staff shares the responsibility of
taking the school forward.
7.1.1.2 • Senior leaders set a direction and vision that

demonstrates compliance to the National norms.
• They are committed to Inclusive practices.
• They ensure that the vision and mission of the school
and the framework of National Education Policy is in
alignment and embedded in the school's processes.
7.1.1.3 • Selected teachers are given responsibility of managing

routine tasks.
• Principal oversees all tasks.
• Some processes are in place.
7.1.1.4 • There is a Vision and Mission Statement.

• All decisions are taken by the principal.
• Limited direction to the school employees.

The school leaders demonstrate effective communication, cross-functional collaborations and
7.2.1
build relationships.
7.2.1.1 • Relationships and communication with all
stakeholders are consistent, professional and
effective.
• Leaders and teams at all levels (staff / students /
parents / community) are empowered to take on
responsibilities.
• There is a culture of respect for each other and all
stakeholders feel valued.
• HR Policies for staff are staff friendly.
• There is a culture of learning, positivity, trust,
creativity and a sense of high morale in the school.
• The school leaders invest in cultivating strong
relationships in order to build teams and a strong
connect with all stakeholders using innovative
strategies.
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• School is a positive influencer in the community.
• The leaders reflect, review, respond and rate their
school in order to build a school improvement plan.
7.2.1.2 • Relationship Management and communication with

stakeholders is consistent, professional and effective.
• Senior Leaders are empowered to take on
responsibilities.
• HR Policies for Staff are staff friendly.
• Students are exposed to Empowerment programs.
• There is a culture of positivity in the school.
• The senior leaders invest in cultivating strong
relationships with other staff members and students
to build a sense of belonging.
• School is a positive influencer in the community.
7.2.1.3 • Some senior leaders are entrusted with responsibility

of talking to parents and community as corrective
measures.
• The entrusted leaders are clear of their expectations.
• There is evidence of one way communication with
stakeholders.
7.2.1.4 • Relationships Management and Communication is

restricted.
• The responsibility of interacting with stakeholders lies
with the Principal.

The school leaders strive for continual improvement in the achievement of learning outcomes
7.3.1
of students.
7.3.1.1 • The leaders at all levels:
v demonstrate comprehensive and thorough
knowledge of the curriculum
v are aware of the latest practices in teaching and
assessment
v focus on maximizing student achievement
v establish an inclusive environment
v ensure that there is a learning environment in the
school and are open to feedback
v are effective in achieving high standards of student
learning and personal development
v ensure that all staff members (academic and non-
academic) go through rigorous trainng programmes
to build Knowledge, Competencies and Skills.
• The leaders reflect, review, respond and rate
processes in order to continually look for excellence.
• The school policy with regard to the achievement of its
vision and mission statements is in place.
7.3.1.2 The leaders ensure that:

• there is an inclusive environment
• there is an ethos of learning and a focus on student
development and student achievement
• latest pedagogical and assessment practices are
implemented
• teacher competencies are optimized.
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7.3.1.3 • The school leader demonstrates a limited information
on curriculum.
• Most teachers follow a traditional pattern of teaching
and assessments.
• Few Capacity Building Programmes are organized for
the teachers.
7.3.1.4 • The school leader demonstrates a limited information

on curriculum.
• Teachers follow a traditional pattern of teaching and
assessments.
The school leaders demonstrate capacity to improve systems in the school and ensure an ethos
7.3.2
of responsibility and accountability.
7.3.2.1 Leaders at all levels:
• demonstrate clear and accurate understanding of
where they are on their developmental continuum.
• contribute to analyzing their strengths and areas of
improvement.
• assess the challenges to learning and growing.
• devise mentoring and monitoring practices.
• design action plan to improve, sustain and innovate.
• ensure that the school is compliant with all regulatory
and statutory compliances.
7.3.2.2 The leaders at senior levels demonstrate the ability to:

• identify barriers to growth
• take feedback from stakeholders
• plan school improvement plan
• devise strategies for implementation
• ensure that the school is compliant with regulatory
and statutory compliances
7.3.2.3 • The school leader demonstrates ability to identify

barriers to improvement and bring about minor
changes in the system based on some feedback.
7.3.2.4 • The school leader demonstrates ability to manage the

school.
The school leaders promote innovation by introducing creative methods and techniques that
7.3.3
equip students and the institution with 21st century skills.
7.3.3.1 School leaders at all levels:
• show a clear commitment to the culture of a learning
organization that promotes innovation
• promote innovation through meaningful learning
opportunities which include elements of research,
social enterprise and responsibility, critical thinking,
range of learning opportunities and the use of learning
technologies in all the domains
• encourage participation of stakeholders to introduce
path breaking, creative and original approaches to
different aspects in the school processes that result in
creative outcomes.
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7.3.3.2 Senior leadership team:
• shows commitment to a culture that promotes
innovation
• promotes innovation through meaningful learning
opportunities and the use of learning technologies in
all the domains
• encourages participation of stakeholders to introduce
original approaches to different aspects in the school
processes.
7.3.3.3 • The School leader promotes strengthening of existing

school processes and shares new ideas with teachers.
7.3.3.4 • The School leader manages and ensures smooth

running of existing practices.
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DOMAIN 8: BENEFICIARY SATISFACTION
Schools shall be successful in meeting this standard when they carry the understanding,
commitment and support of all stakeholders. School personnel need to seek opportunities for
collaboration to help the institution become a hub of excellence. The school should foster effective
communication and interpersonal skills which lead to better social skills. The benefits of involving
all stakeholders in decision making are that schools can foster collaboration with community
stakeholders to support student learning, have a formal channel to listen to and communicate and
productively use the knowledge and skills to enhance the work of the school and improve student
learning outcomes.
Sub Domains and 8.1 Satisfaction of Students

Sub-Sub Domains 8.1.1 The school allows students to express their opinions, views and
8.2.1 The school creates a non-threatening and caring environment for
the teachers to voice their feedback and develops a mechanism to
review this feedback periodically and use it for improvement,
planning and assessing teacher satisfaction.
8.4.1 The Management/Society provides a mechanism to the Principal
to voice his/her suggestions, views and concerns and periodically
reviews the same for continual improvement and also uses it to
assess the Principal's satisfaction.
review the same for improving performance of the school and for
8.7.1 The management develops a mechanism for reviewing the vision
and mission statement of the school and assesses it and uses it for
developing a process of continual improvement.
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8.1 Student Satisfaction
The school allows students to express their opinions, views and suggestions on policies and
8.1.1
develops a mechanism to involve them in the decision-making process.
8.1.1.1 • There is well defined and implemented policy for
ensuring the satisfaction of students.
• Strategic action planning and goal setting is
demonstrated in terms of improvement on the basis of
regular feedback received from students.
• Students are involved in decision making process and
encouraged to give their opinion/views/suggestions
on the policies or the programmes/activities of the
school.
8.1.1.2 • There is a documented method or process to assess
the satisfaction of students with respect to the
services and programmes being offered to them.
8.1.1.3 • There is an informal method of assessing the

satisfaction of students i.e. teachers verbally assess
the satisfaction of students in their respective
classrooms or the head of the school assesses the
satisfaction of the students during assembly or during
any other interaction programme or meeting.
8.1.1.4 • The satisfaction of the students is being inquired about

from the members of the Student Council.
8.2 Teacher Satisfaction

The school creates a non-threatening and caring environment for the teachers to voice their
8.2.1 feedback and develops a mechanism to review this feedback periodically and use it for

ensuring the satisfaction of teachers.
• Review of the feedback received from teachers
regarding their professional satisfaction and
appropriate action taken need analysis done.
• Need based training programmes are organized or
opportunities provided to them.
• Teachers are involved in school improvement planning
or school development planning or are encouraged to
give their opinion/views/suggestions on the
policies/activities/programmes of the school.
• Culture of mutual respect for each other is visible.
8.2.1.2 • There is a documented process or method to assess

the professional satisfaction of teachers.
• Teachers' work being appreciated and certificates or
appreciation letters, monetary or other rewards are
given to them.
• Teachers are given opportunities for their professional
development.
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8.2.1.3 • Informal method of assessing overall satisfaction of
teachers i.e. inquiring from the HODs or Coordinators.
• There is substantial level of attrition (about 10%).
8.2.1.4 • Majority of teachers are recruited on adhoc basis and
their attrition level is high.
School provides opportunities to the Office Staff to express their opinion, views and
8.3.1
suggestions regarding the policies and uses this feedback for improvement.
ensuring the satisfaction of School Office Staff.
Management and the Principal interact periodically
with the administrative staff to understand their level
of job satisfaction.
• Views/suggestions to improve the school are solicited
from the staff and incorporated.
• Concerns and issues are resolved promptly.
• Culture of mutual respect for each other is visible.
• Mentoring, monitoring and reviewing of the
implementation at regular intervals.
8.3.1.2 • Satisfaction of the office staff is assessed through

informal and formal channels.
8.3.1.3 • The Office Manager oversees and co-ordinates all

areas of administration.
8.3.1.4 • The office staff interacts only with its supervisor.

The Management/Society provides a mechanism for the Principal to voice his/her suggestions,
8.4.1 views and concerns and periodically reviews the same for continual improvement and also
uses it to assess the Principal's satisfaction.

ensuring the satisfaction of School Principal.
• Management has a formal mechanism to measure the
level of job satisfaction of the Principal.
• The Principal is free to give suggestions/views on
important school issues. Feedback is received,
reviewed and appropriate action taken in a culture of
collaboration and mutual respect.
• The Principal has an ownership for the school and feels
accountable and responsible for the well-being of the
school.
8.4.1.2 • The Principal feels that her/his efforts are recognized
and acknowledged by the Management.
• The Principal is sent for leadership programmes and
national/ international exchange programmes.
8.4.1.3 • The Principal provides limited feedback to the

Management.
8.4.1.4 • Major decisions with regard to the functioning of the

school are taken by the Management/Governing Body
of the school.
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The school provides a platform to the parents and the alumni to share their feedback on the
8.5.1 ongoing processes of the school and review the same for improving performance of the school
and for assessing their satisfaction.

ensuring the satisfaction of Parents and Alumni.
• The meetings with the Parents and Alumni Association
are recorded.
• The existing school practices are reviewed in the light
of the feedback/suggestions received from the
Parents and Alumni and further course of action is
determined accordingly.
• Parents and alumni play a constructive role in the
8.5.1.2 • There is an active and structured Parents and Alumni

Association that meets with school management and
Principal periodically to find ways and means to
contribute to the school's growth.
8.5.1.3 • School has a Parent Teacher Association/Council

which meets once in a year.
• Few Alumni members meet once a year.
• Suggestions are given by the parents and alumni which
are sometimes incorporated.
8.5.1.4 • Parents do not have a platform to express themselves

or be heard other than a PTM.
• The school rarely responds to the concerns and issues
of parents.
The school principal charts relevant community outreach programmes (viz, preserving the
8.6.1 heritage, working with old age homes, preserving environment) and integrates them in the

ensuring the satisfaction of Community.
• Community outreach programmes are conducted to
address different social issues.
• Relevant contextualized community outreach
programmes are well integrated in the school
curriculum and conducted on regular basis.
• Teachers, parents and the community are
constructively involved in conducting Community
Outreach programs.
• Monitoring and reviewing practices at regular
intervals are evidenced.
8.6.1.2 • School has adopted one sustainable project related to
either Conservation of a Heritage Monument,
cleanliness of a specific area, literacy drive,
environmental beautification, adopting a school with
special needs, preserving Indian art forms and/or any
other.
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8.6.1.3 • Community outreach programmes are conducted on
regular basis but those are not uniformly integrated in
the Annual Curriculum Plan of all the classes.
8.6.1.4 • Community outreach programmes are minimal and
not sufficiently integrated.
The management develops a mechanism for reviewing the vision and mission statement of the
8.7.1 school and assesses it and uses it for developing a process of continual improvement.
8.7.1.1 • Management thrives on fulfilling satisfaction for both

itself and other stakeholders with effective system of
feedback and follow up.
8.7.1.2 • The management convenes periodic meetings with

various stakeholders to meet their expectation
through a formal system.
8.7.1.3 • The management is concerned about community

expectation and tries to fulfill through informal
means.
8.7.1.4 • The management does not respond to community

expectations.
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MENTORING CHECKLIST
Mentoring Checklist can be used for gathering information by the Assessing Team during Self
Assessment or External Evaluation.
Mentoring Check List
Objectives of the Checklist:

• To gather feedback through short observation
• To focus on generic areas in a class
• To provide opportunities to the Peer Assessor to visit multiple classrooms
• To follow up the observation of the class through the checklist with the TIF (Teacher
Interaction Form)
Name of the Assessor/Mentor

Complete address
Phone No.
Mobile No.
Email id
Name and address of the school assessed
Name of the teacher observed
Class and Subject
Date of Observation
Note:
• Needs to be used with Teacher Interaction Form.
• Teacher's permission may be taken before entering the class.
• No critical remarks ought to be made before the students.
• Structure interaction with the teachers may or may not to be taken after the checklist,
depending on the time available.
Dear Assessor/Mentor,
This is a general checklist for observing a class on any subject. This checklist will help you to get an
overview of the class. Detailed classroom observation may be done through the classroom
observation scale.
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S. No. Statement Y/N Remarks
1 Classroom Atmosphere / Ambience
a. Neat and clean
b. Well - lit and well - ventilated
c. Well furnished
d. Joyful learning environment
e. Interactive
f. Quiet
g. Noisy
h. Tense and threatening
i. Non- threating and caring
j. Positive ambience
k. Engaging
l. Any other observation
2 Teacher Talk
a. Too much
b. Average
c. Low
d. Any other
3 Teaching Aids
a. Listening / Audio
b. Visual clipping/PPTs/Projects
c. Stories / Anecdotes
d. Images / Symbols
e. Maps / graphics
f. Use of ICT/SMART board
g. Connecting learning to real-life
h. Current / Topical
i. Any Other
4 Communication skills
a. Verbal:
• Monolingual (Specify)
• Bilingual (Specify)
• Others (Specify)
b. Non - Verbal (Body language)
• Non - threatening
• Positive
• Friendly
• Appropriate
c. Any other
5 Content and its Presentation
a. Relevant and planned
b. Sharing of learning outcomes
c. Interesting and invigorating
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d. In constructive mode
e. Good
f. Monotonous
g. Any other
6 Concept clarification by the teacher
a. Illustrative and interesting
b. Clear and concise
c. Response evoking
d. Feedback being taken
e. Any other
7 Questioning Technique
a. Clear and unambiguous
b. Generic and broad
c. Specific and relevant
d. Provides scope for lateral thinking
e. Open - ended
f. Non-threatening and caring
g. Any other
8 Mode of Assessment and Recapitulation
a. Questioning (open ended and closed ended)
b. Concept maps
c. Prioritized list
d. Projects (in groups)
e. Informal observation and Anecdotal notes
f. Learning logs
g. Journals
h. Structured Interviews
i. Written and oral tests and quizzes
j. Products such as models, essays, reports, print
media (brochures and newsletters), multimedia
(video, photo journal, slideshow, digital book)
k. Performance such as skill demonstration and
presentation (debates, speech, newscast, dance,
Play skit), simulations (mock trial, re-enactment
of history event, role play)
l. Activities (Creative and Participative)
m. Any other
9 Student response
a. Peer questioning
b. Active participation
c. Active listening (attentiveness)
Source: Compendium of Tools-For Mentoring of School Based Assessment, CBSE
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Teacher Interaction Form
Meant to be used with the mentoring checklist and is done as an informal talk which helps to identify the
areas of the mentoring across eight domains.
Teacher Interaction Form

After you have supervised the class, you may use the following questions for an informal talk with the
teacher. This interaction will help you to identify the areas of mentoring.
Complete address
Phone No. / Mobile No.
Email id
Code No.
Complete address
Name of the teacher/class observed
Subject
Content / Topic
Learning outcomes
Date
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S. No. Question
1 Did lesson go according to the lesson plan?
2 Were the objectives realized satisfactorily?
3 Was the lesson warm up / motivation / raising of

interest / linking with previous knowledge done well
and according to your expectation? Briefly write about
it.
4 Was the teacher happy with the level of interaction

with his/her class? Do you agree? Justify.
5 Was the pace of delivering of the lesson comfortable?

Give examples.
6 Was the teacher able to administer teaching aids /

support material for effective transaction? Do you
think teacher could have added more? Give examples.
7 Did the students receive assignment / follow up

exercise enthusiastically?
8 Was the teacher able to integrate the needs of

'inclusive' children?
9 Were there any requirements / extensions or need felt

for team/group teaching? Briefly state your view.
10 Was the challenge of inter - disciplinary approach

enjoyable, if used. If not, could you think of any idea
that would help?
11 Were there moments of 'discontinuity' that impacted

the teaching learning process? Give examples.
12 Did the recapitulation / summarization activity go

according to your expectation? Give examples.
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CLASSROOM OBSERVATION SCALE
A tool adapted from Dr. Mukhopadhyay's Classroom Teaching Competence Scale (CTCS).

Complete address
Phone/Mobile No
Email
Class
Instructions: Study the indicators of assessment given in Appendix-I related to 0,1,2,3 & 4 for each
item prior to rating a classroom that you are observing. Please put a (3) against each item in
appropriate to your assessed score. All items must be rated.
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S.
Item 0 1 2 3 4
No
1 The specific aims of the lesson are clear to the teachers.
2 The content being transacted is appropriate to the level of
students.
3 Teaching techniques are appropriate to the lesson being
taught.
4 The warm-up activity or introduction was effective.
5 The content is broken into small learning chunks to enable
learning.
6 Learning of concepts and principles is ensured through
verbal, visual and experiential modes (Multiple
Intelligence).
7 Sequencing of lesson is logical and follows a plan.
8 Active participation by learners - Learner Talk Time (LTT).
9 Teacher's questions are open-ended and appropriate.
10 Learners are free to ask questions or raise doubt.
11 Positive re-enforcement is evident.
12 Communication is effective and clear.
13 Blackboard work and teaching aids as teacher's input is
effective.
14 Student interest has been sustained through the lesson.
15 Assessment of learning in relation to the aim is
appropriate.
16 Various modes of Formative Assessment have been used.
17 Guidelines for pair work / group work have been issued.
18 Project work and activity / experimentation have been
explored.
19 Re-capitulation of main points at the end of the lesson
was appropriate.
20 Planning of the lesson is evident.
21 Confidence of teacher is evident.
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Appendix - I
Indicators of Assessment for Classroom Observation
I. Objective/themes/learning outcomes clear to the students
0. The objectives/themes of the lesson were not at all stated in the classroom.
1. Objectives/themes were not mentioned clearly. (just mentioning the title of the topic is not
enough).
2. Objectives/themes were mentioned but not highlighted (as, in behavioral terms).
3. Objectives/themes were explicitly stated. These were explained clearly to learners.
4. The objectives/themes of the lesson were highlighted repeatedly.
II. Content appropriate to the stated/unstated objectives
0. The content was presented at a level higher than the mental level of learners.
1. Random selection of content. Relevance with objectives not established.
2. Content had its own logic but not completely in correspondence with objectives.
3. Content had one-to-one correspondence with objectives. Teacher deliberately related content
to aims.
4. The content was presented with excellent correlation with the specific objectives of the lesson.
III. Teaching and transaction techniques appropriate to the content
0. Teaching techniques were totally inappropriate to the lesson.
1. Techniques adopted were inappropriate for some topics.
2. Techniques adopted were suitable but not effectively employed.
3. The selection of techniques was very well suited to the content and the transaction was
meaningful and successful.
4. The teaching techniques were good and transacted well. Varied techniques were employed for
successful transaction.
IV. Introduction effective - caught students' attention
0. There was no introducing or warm up activity. The teaching started abruptly.
1. Commencement of content teaching was direct. No introduction, not even a statement like -
we will discuss "…." today.
2. Tried to make an introduction, but succeeded partially, couldn't catch the attention of majority
of learners.
3. Introduction made the students eager to learn. Almost all were set to listen. Linked to previous
knowledge.
4. Introduction was interesting, related to the real world and prior knowledge.
V. Content broken into small bits
0. The teacher did not have any idea of breaking the lesson into small steps.
1. Whatever the teacher knew was delivered as a total package.
2. Content was broken into small steps but no feedback was taken.
3. Teacher taught the content in small steps and took feedback to ascertain learning.
4. All different small steps were correlated and recapitulated as a summary in the end.
VI. Concepts and principles of learning ensured through verbalized or concrete examples
0. No care and attention was given to principles of learning.
1. Understanding of concepts and principles was taken for granted. Examples/demonstrations /
AV aids were not used.
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2. Examples were used on many occasions but not always appropriately.
3. Appropriate examples / demonstrations were used for the concepts principles. Multiple
intelligence (MI) theory was kept in mind.
4. The concept and principles of learning were taken care of and multiple intelligence was
extensively used in the classroom deliberation too.
VII. Logical Sequencing
0. No sequence of content delivery was followed.
1. Content was in bits and pieces without any logic.
2. Logic was evident in many cases. There were missing links as well.
3. Logic was evident in presentation of content and sequencing of ideas was clear.
4. Excellent logical sequence of the lesson plan was followed.
VIII. Learners' active participation in learning
0. Learners were not allowed to participate or ask questions in the classroom.
1. Learners had absolutely no work to do except listening, if they felt like doing so.
2. At times learners had work - taking notes and also answering questions, solving problems. But
for half the time, they were feeling bored.
3. Learners were kept alert. They answered questions and participated in discussions, solved
problems, sketched figures, etc., and also took notes.
4. Learners were motivated and encouraged to participate in classroom deliberations. They were
involved in various activities through pair/group work.
IX. Teacher ask appropriate questions
0. No questions were asked.
1. Questions were asked very rarely. 'Do you understand?' 'Do you follow?' are not treated as
questions.
2. Teacher asked questions, only some of them were purposeful. Only a few learners were
involved in answering the questions.
3. Questioning made the lesson alive. A large number of questions were asked to a majority of the
learners. Teachers did not discourage learners giving incorrect or partially correct answers.
Teacher used remedial measures where learners could not answer.
4. Thought provoking questions were asked for ensuring in depth understanding. Questions were
open ended and asked in a non-threatening and friendly manner.
X. Students were free to raise doubts/ask questions
0. Learners were not at all allowed to ask questions.
1. Learners were discouraged from asking questions and getting doubts cleared.
2. Some of the learners' questions were ignored while some others were properly tackled.
3. Learners asked a large number of questions and these were handled in a friendly and
encouraging manner. (Teacher answered the questions himself/herself or got the answers
from other learners.)
4. Learners were encouraged to ask more and more questions. At times, they were prompted to
ask questions.
XI. Evidence of positive reinforcement
0. The idea of reinforcement was totally ignored.
1. The class was a one-way affair. No question of reinforcement (appreciation, praise or even
rebuke) was used.
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2. Either correct or incorrect and only half of the learner's participation (response or question)
was reinforced.
3. All responses got reinforced irrespective of the correctness of response.
4. Excellent positive reinforcement was ensured. Incorrect responses were also handled
effectively.
XII. Communication was effective
0. Ineffective and incorrect language.
1. Expression poor and incomprehensible - lot of distraction, mannerisms.
2. Learners understand the teacher partly. Teacher sometimes checks whether the learners
understand.
3. Clear expression - frequent checking as to whether students understand, positive body
language.
4. Very effective, unambiguous and clear language and expression, positive body language.
XIII. Effective teaching
0. No use of the board or any teaching aid at all.
1. Board used sparingly even when lesson needed it - handwriting not legible, no layout on the
board, no teaching aids.
2. Handwriting legible even for backbenchers - but sketch work satisfactory, though legible, no
teaching aids.
3. Handwriting legible for all - sketch work good - layout good - uses appropriate teaching aids.
4. Board work was highly well organized, systematic and legible, variety of audio visual aids /
activities were used.
XIV. Students' interest sustained
0. No care or attention given to ensure learners' interest in the lesson.
1. Learners talked amongst themselves. Dozen created disturbance, yawned, looked outside.
Learners appeared to be getting bored for a considerable time.
2. Learners showed signs of getting bored for some time.
3. Students were attentive, carefully listening, asking questions for minor doubts / clarification,
taking notes. From the very beginning, teacher used appropriate techniques for promoting
interest whenever it dropped.
4. Every care was taken to motivate interest of learners in the lesson.
XV. Assessment of learning
0. No attention was given to ascertain learning assessment.
1. No efforts made to assess attainment. The frequent efforts made had very little to do with the
stated, understand objectives.
2. Assessment made through oral questioning of a few learners at intermediate and final stages
assessment. Tried to evaluate points other than key points.
3. At intermediate stages and/or asking a few questions to learners selecting almost at random
helped in assessment (purposeful means helping assessment of learning only).
4. Excellent care was taken to ensure student learning through feedback collected from various
modes of assessment used in the same class.
XVI. Use of various modes of formative assessment
0. Formative assessment is not done by the teacher.
1. Only paper-pen test being used for formative assessment.
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2. Some assessment tools used for formative assessment but records not being maintained
properly.
3. Formative assessment tools being used systematically but records not being maintained
properly.
4. Variety of formative assessment tools being used and records being maintained systematically.
XVII. Pair work/group work used

0. Only individual work is being promoted and encouraged.
1. Group work is done rarely.
2. Group work is done occasionally but not enough encouragement is given to promote it further.
3. Group work is encouraged but no proper instructions are given for individual contribution.
4. A number of activities are carried out through guided individuals within groups. Desired peer
interaction is encouraged.
XVIII. Project work and research based activities
0. Project work/activity has never been done or discussed with the class. Only teaching takes
place in the school.
1. Project work is done very rarely / no activities / experiment.
2. Project work / activities are done on some occasions but not very systematically maintained.
3. The quality of project work / activity chosen is good.
4. Project work and research based activities are done regularly and encouraged. The output of
project work by learners is good.
XIX. Proper link-up of main points at the end of the lesson
0. No summarizing or overall link-up of main points.
1. Just finished when time was over.
2. Some key points earlier were mentioned at the end of the lesson. But neither was there any link
nor was it recorded on the board.
3. Main points were recorded on the board/main points were dictated to be noted down.
Collected summary by asking questions; link between the consecutive points also made out.
4. The lesson was summarized at the end with excellent link up. All main points covered.
XX. Planning of the lesson evident
0. No planning or schedule of the lesson.
1. No time scheduling - went astray many times and the teacher was just waiting for the lesson to
finish or rushed towards the end.
2. Sometimes there appeared to be planned approach, sometimes not.
3. Kept time. Planned and systematic approach evident. The pace of progress was the same
throughout.
4. Highly planned and systematic approach.
XXI. Evidence of teacher's confidence
0. Teacher was confused and nervous.
1. Got confused and parried doubts and questions. Created confusion amongst learners also.
2. Confusion was evident at times.
3. Committed no content errors. Confident. Explained the points in different ways, was
prepared for any question.
4. Teacher was confident, clear and systematic in approach. Took questions and cleared doubts.
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QUESTIONNAIRES
1. Questionnaire for Teachers
• The Questionnaire for teachers is based on the primary dimensions of quality improvement
and accountability in his/her school.
• The questionnaire contains basic and comprehensive compilation of data about the school
based on the different domains of Quality Assurance. The questionnaire, consisting of 25
statements collects data on the viewpoints of teachers on school policies and practices. It also
seeks information about the availability of innovative learning environment in the school.
• Teachers may seek clarification from the Assessment Team and submit the completed
questionnaire to them.
Dear Teacher,
• This questionnaire is a part of a research study on Quality Education. All information that is
collected in this study will be kept confidential.
About the Questionnaire
• This questionnaire asks for your opinion about the school education system.
• This questionnaire must be filled in by the teaching staff only.
• After completing the questionnaire, please return it to the facilitator.
• When in doubt about any aspect of the questionnaire, please discuss with the facilitator.
Name of School: ____________________
Date: ____________________
Place: ____________________
Please indicate your degree of agreement against each statement by checking/ticking against one of
the five columns: Strongly Agree - 4, Agree - 3, Partly agree - 2, Not Sure - 1 or Disagree - 0.
As a teacher, I feel that:
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Not Partly Strongly
S. Disagree
Statement Sure Agree Agree (3) Agree
No. (0)
(1) (2) (4)
The School's vision, philosophy and objectives

are referred to and reflected in school decisions
1 regarding Curriculum, Teacher development,
Assessment Practices and Innovative
Programs.
The Annual Curriculum Plan of the school
2 integrates academic, social, physical and
emotional needs of the students.
The school provides opportunity for
3 continuous professional development and
Teachers are free to use own strategies /
4 methods / innovations to cover diverse
learning styles and make the understanding of
concepts easy.
Infrastructure, including Computer labs,
5 Science Labs, Math Labs are appropriate and
meet expected standards.
The school has adequate medical facilities and
6 is equipped with nurse/ doctor to handle
medical and other emergencies.
7 The rest rooms, toilets, laboratory, playground,

classrooms are clean, airy and well maintained.
8 There are separate toilets for female and male

staff.
The school looks into the academic, social,
9 physical and emotional development needs of
the teachers.
There is a separate reference section with
10 adequate books for teachers in the school
library.
The school has transparent recruitment
11
process.
12 The school has induction policy in place for new

recruits.
There is a sense of safety and security in the
13 school and regular evacuation/ fire drills are
carried out from time to time.
The principal / head is approachable and
14 a c c e s s i b l e a n d b e l i eve s i n b u i l d i n g
partnerships.
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The teachers are regularly involved in the
15 decision-making process of the school with
teachers' representatives on the management
of the school.
16 Instructional leadership/ mentoring is evident

and innovative practices are encouraged.
There is a system of continuous feedback to the
17 teacher for his/her performance and records
are maintained.
18 Equal opportunities are given to all the

teachers.
19 The school pays salary as per govt. norms.
20 Recognition / appreciation / incentive for the

individual work is given in the organization.
Capabilities and potential of the teachers are
21 recognized and further groomed by the school
for reaching optimum levels.
22 The school plans excursions and field trips for

teachers.
Abundant opportunities are provided to
23 teachers to learn, grow and demonstrate
leadership skills opening career growth path.
The school pays attention to conservation of
24 environment and has taken initiatives for
implementing waste management practices.
There are clear policies and instruction
25
manuals for effective functioning of teachers.
Note:
• Questionnaire may be administered on a minimum sample size of 50% of total teachers in the
school or 50 teachers, whichever is minimum.
• Average of the sample taken will be treated as satisfaction index.
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2. Questionnaire for Students
• The Questionnaire for students is based on the primary dimensions of quality improvement and
accountability in his/her school.
• The questionnaire, consisting of 25 statements seeks viewpoints of students on school policies
and practices. It also seeks information about the availability of innovative learning
environment in his/her school.
• Students may seek clarification from the Assessment Team and submit the completed
Dear Student,
• This questionnaire must be filled in by the student only.
Name of School: ____________________
Date: ____________________
Place: ____________________
As a student, I feel that:
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Not Partly Strongly
S. Disagree
No. (0)
(1) (2) (4)
1 Scholastic and co-scholastic activities are

adequately planned, depicted in school
calendar and implemented appropriately.
The curriculum of the school integrates
2 academics, social, physical and emotional
development needs of the students.
Teachers use a wide range of strategies /
3 methods to cover diverse learning styles and to
make the concepts understandable, using
innovative methods.
There is a structured assessment pattern in the
4 school to assess the performance of the
students.
5 Fire evacuation/emergency drills are carried

out from time to time.
The school curriculum prepares students for
6 lifelong learning and becoming global citizens
by equipping them with Life Skills and positive
attitude.
The school provides adequate opportunities
7 for sports, games, fitness activities and
encourages participation in different clubs and
hobby classes.
Computer labs, Science labs and Math labs are
8
appropriate and meets expected standards.
9 The school provides adequate facilities to the

differently abled students.
10 The school plans excursion and field trips to

support effective learning.
11 The school has adequate medical facilities

including nurse/ doctor in campus.
12 Rest rooms, toilets, laboratory, playground,

13 The school has appropriately qualified and

experienced Counsellor.
14 Furniture and equipment for students are safe,

comfortable, and age appropriate.
15 environment and places great emphasis on
cleanliness.
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16 The library is well equipped and has a good
collection of books and other reading material.
Workshops/Seminars are arranged or
17 organized to enhance Skills Development/ Life
Skills of the students.
The school has facilities to provide clean
18
drinking water.
There is peer or buddy system and mentoring in
19
the school.
The administrative office is approachable and
20
accessible.
Effective communication takes place between
21
students and teachers.
The school provides vocational skills to the
22
students.
23 The teachers demonstrate fairness and

objectivity.
24 Equal opportunities are given to all the

students irrespective of gender.
Capabilities and potential of the students are
25 recognized and further groomed by the school
through different activities for reaching
optimum levels.
Note:
• Questionnaire may be administered on a minimum sample size of 10% of total strength from top
five classes or 100 students, whichever is minimum.
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3. Questionnaire for Parents
• The Questionnaire for parents is based on the primary dimensions of quality improvement and
accountability in his/her ward's school.
based on the different domains of Quality Assurance. The questionnaire, consisting of
25 statements collects data on the viewpoints of parents on school policies and practices. It
also seeks information about the availability of innovative learning environment in their ward's
school.
• Parents may seek clarification from the Assessment Team and submit the completed
Dear Parent,
• This questionnaire asks for your opinion about the school education and policy matters.
• This questionnaire must be filled in by the parent only. After completing the questionnaire,
please return it to the facilitator.
Name of School: ____________________
Date: ____________________
Place: ____________________
As a parent, I feel that:
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Not Partly Strongly
S. Disagree
No. (0)
(1) (2) (4)
The School's vision, philosophy and objectives

are referred to and reflected in school decisions
1 regarding Curriculum, students-teachers'
development, Assessment Practices and
Innovative Programs.
The Annual Curriculum Plan of the school
2 integrates academic, social, physical and
emotional needs of the students.
The school provides opportunity for
3 continuous development and capacity building
of students.
Teachers use a wide range of strategies /
4 methods / innovations to cover diverse
learning styles to make the concepts
understandable.
5 School provides adequate opportunities for

sports, games and fitness activities.
The school has facilities to provide clean
6 drinking water and hygienic and nutritious food
to its students.
7 School has adequate medical facilities

including nurse/ doctor in the campus.
8 Rest rooms, toilets, laboratory, playground,

9 There are separate toilets for girls and boys.
10 Furniture for students is safe, comfortable and

age appropriate.
11 The library is well equipped and has a good

collection of books and other reading material.
School pays attention to conservation of
12 environment and places great emphasis on
aesthetics.
13 The school has provision for differently- abled

children.
There is a sense of safety and security in the
14 school and regular evacuation/ fire drills for
disaster managements are carried out.
The Principal/ Head is approachable and
partnerships.
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16 The school curriculum prepares students for
lifelong learning and becoming global citizen by
equipping them with Life Skills and positive
attitude.
The school provides adequate opportunities to
17 students to participate in literacy and scientific
endeavors both inside and outside the school.
The school encourages all students to
18 participate in Health and Wellness Club/ Eco
Club/ Literary Club/ Heritage Club, etc.
Parents are well informed about the student's
19 school records and achievements at regular
intervals.
20 The school has appropriately qualified and

experienced counselor(s).
Workshops and seminars are arranged to
21 enhance Life Skills and Values among the
students.
22 The teachers demonstrate fairness and

objectivity.
Admission and other administrative
23 procedures of the school are fair, objective and
transparent.
24 Equal opportunities are given to all students

irrespective of gender.
The capabilities and potential of the students
25 are recognized and further groomed by the
school for reaching optimum levels.
Note:
• Questionnaire may be administered on a minimum sample size of 10% of total student strength
or 100 parents, whichever is minimum.
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4. Questionnaire for Non-Teaching Staff
• The Questionnaire for non-teaching staff is based on the primary dimensions of quality
improvement and accountability in his/her school.
based on the different domains of Quality Assurance. The questionnaire consisting of
24 statements collects data on the viewpoints of non-teaching staff to school policies and
practices. It also seeks information about the availability of innovative, relevant and socially
conscious learning environment in his/her school.
• Staff may seek clarification from the Assessment Team and submit the completed
Dear Staff,
• This questionnaire must be filled in by the non-teaching staff only.
Name of School: ____________________
Date: _____________
Place: ___________________
As a staff, I feel that:
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Not Partly Strongly
S. Disagree
No. (0)
(1) (2) (4)
1 The School's vision, philosophy and objectives

are referred to and reflected in school decision.
2 Students are disciplined and respect the staff

members.
3 Counselling facility is available for the staff.
School provides opportunities for continuous
4
development of staff.
5 Equal opportunities for all staff are provided.
School has adequate medical facilities and is
6 equipped to handle medical and other
emergencies.
7 Rest rooms/Toilets, laboratory, playground,

classrooms are clean and well maintained.
8 Clean drinking water is available.
9 There are separate toilets for male and female

staff members.
10 The library is well equipped and is accessible.
11 environment and has taken initiatives to
implement waste management practices.
12 There are regular evacuation/ fire drills for

disaster management.
13 The school has provision for differently- abled

children.
The Principal/ Head is approachable and
partnerships.
15 The school provides conducive working

environment with growth opportunities.
16 Administrative systems are in place including

handbook/ job manual/ induction policy etc.
17 The staff is appropriately represented in the

Governing Body of the school.
18 Sensitization workshops are held to work with

differently- abled individuals.
19 There is a mechanism for feedback, review and

performance enhancement of the staff.
20 Data, documents, records and evidences are

well maintained.
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21 Instructional leadership/ mentoring is evident
and innovative practices are encouraged.
22 Staff development needs are identified and

programs initiated for the same.
23 Capabilities/ potential of the staff are fully

utilized.
24 Recognition/ incentives appreciation of the

individual work is given.
Note:
• Questionnaire may be administered on a minimum sample size of 80% of total non-teaching staff
in the school.
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SAFETY CHECKLIST
This safety checklist is divided into five sections- Physical Safety, Emotional Safety, Social Safety,
Emergency Preparedness to handle disasters and Cyber Safety.
Section- I: Physical Safety
S. No. Yes Needs
Statement No
Improvement
1 The school maintains Health Cards as envisaged by the

Comprehensive School Health Programme of CBSE.
The school keeps the medical records of students with special
2
health problems.
3 Parents communicate their child's health issues to the school.
The school has a qualified full - time doctor and/or nurse in
4
the school.
5 There is a doctor-on-call for emergency.
The school has tied up with a local hospital within two
6
kilometers.
7 There is a first - aid box placed at every floor of the building.
The school carries out an annual medical check-up of all the
8
students.
9 The teachers have undergone basic training / bridge courses
on counselling, first-aid and identification of disabilities /
learning difficulties.
10 The school has a 'Health and Wellness Club'.
11 Every teacher regularly makes use of the 'School Health
Manual'.
12 There is an emphasis on the intake of a balanced diet by the
students and nutritious alternatives to junk food are
encouraged.
13 The school follows a fruit-break, milk-break or mid -day meal
plan.
14 There is a dietician and meal planner on the school panel (in
case of schools offering meals to its students).
15 The teachers have their meals with the students of junior
classes and monitor their eating habits.
The school calls medical experts from time to time to sensitize
16 students and teachers on health-related issues.
17 The First-Aid protocol for common injuries is displayed at
prominent places in school.
18 The health management facilities are evaluated on a regular
basis in school.
19 The medical history of every student is available in the school.
The special records like blood groups, allergies and
20 medication that need to be prescribed frequently are
updated with parental support.
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21 The laboratories are well equipped to handle common
emergencies.
The laboratories are safe and spacious enough for hazard free
22 learning.
The school has constituted a parent-teacher-student
23
committee to address the safety needs of the students.
The school has proper sewerage, drainage and garbage
24
disposal arrangements.
There is a proper facility for safe drinking water with adequate
25 number of water taps.
The washrooms are hygienic and the disinfectants are kept
26
away from the reach of the children.
27 The auditorium, assembly hall and gymnasium are free from
hazardous fixtures and are adequately lit up and well
ventilated.
28 The benches have rounded edges.
29 The windows are fixed with proper railings and grills.
30 There is a central alarm system in the school.
31 There is regular maintenance and /or testing of the entire
security alarm system at least every six months.
The electrical appliances are maintained and are regularly
32
checked.
33 Access to electrical panels is restricted.
34 The secluded corners, corridors and staircases are kept under
watch by staff during lunch breaks and at the time of
dispersal.
35 There are ramps and wheel-chairs for differently abled
students / teachers and the school environment is disabled
friendly.
The elevators and exit ways are examined periodically and on
36 a daily basis, and are maintained with a fitness certificate
from the appropriate authorities.
37 The access to school building by outsiders/visitors is
controlled and monitored.
The parents are connected with a messaging system or
38
mobile phone networking.
39 The physical education instructors are sensitive enough to
involve students in sports according to their physical
capabilities and health related issues.
The sports room is well - ventilated and well - equipped to
40 handle common sports injuries.
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41 The school playgrounds, swings, rides, sports - equipment
etc. are safe.
42 The school buses have passed the safety test.
There is a teacher on board and a helper or an attendant
43 accompanying the children in the school buses.
The school buses are equipped with first - aid boxes, drinking
44
water and mobile phones.
Students are restricted from loitering in corridors, hallways,
45
stairways and restrooms.
All the areas in the school are adequately supervised by the
46
staff.
47 The staff actively supervises the students both inside and

outside the classroom.
Section- II: Emotional Safety

S.
Statement Yes/No Remarks
No.
1 The school has a strong policy statement against child abuse and
exploitation.
2 The staff has been trained to be alert to signs of abuse.
3 There is a procedure for checking on staff background before they are
allowed to work with the children.
4 There is a child protection policy which includes procedures to be
followed for a teacher or any another member of the staff if accused of
harming a child.
5 The school provides ongoing training and development for staff to
address their responsibilities to protect children from abuse.
6 There is a regular qualified guidance counselor on school roll.
7 The school informs and consults parents and encourages the
participation of families in child protection issues.
8 There is a rehabilitation programme to restore the self-esteem of
abused children.
9 The children are taught the difference between 'good touch and bad
touch'.
10 The child is helped to understand his right over his own body especially,
the right to say 'No'.
11 The children enjoy an enabling environment and are encouraged to
share their personal confidence with the teachers.
12 The school provides workshops by medical experts and counselors on
adolescence related issues.
13 The school provides a sensitive platform for building self - esteem and
communication skills among children.
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Section- III : Social Safety
S.
No.
1 The children are given enough guidance on managing emotions and

building healthy peer relationships.
2 The children are sensitized to recognize and resist negative peer
pressure.
3 They are taught skills to manage fear, anger and stress.
4 They are given positive reinforcement to stay away from criticism, r u d e
language, gossiping and trivial matters that may lead to violence.
5 The school addresses the issues of bullying, harassment and prejudice
against children.
6 The teachers try to make their influence positive and there is an
atmosphere of connectedness.
7 There is a strict monitoring of theft, graffiti and social cliques to handle
behavioural modifications.
8 The students feel safe reporting abuse and authority.
9 The disciplinary and safety problems are quickly addressed.
10 Awareness programs are conducted on AIDS, harmful effects of tobacco
and drugs.
11 Stress management workshops, yoga classes and meditation sessions
are conducted for students and teachers regularly.
12 There is a happy learning ambience in school.
13 There is a strict restriction on corporal punishment and emotional
harassment of students by teachers.
14 Academic guidance is provided to low achievers and children with
special needs.
15 There is a regular ongoing program to build up self-esteem and
confidence among students.
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Section - IV: Emergency Preparedness to Handle Disasters
S.
No.
1 There are enough exits and entry points and staircases to be used in the
case of emergency.
2 The evacuation plan is displayed at different places in the building.
3 The students and staff know and understand the evacuation plan to
avoid stampede in case of a disaster.
4 The school premises are under surveillance by the Principal through
CCTVs.
5 There is a provision for legal alternatives and advice.
6 The staff has been trained to respond in case of an emergency.
7 The students and staff know how to use fire -extinguishers.
8 There are enough fire-extinguishers installed at sensitive places.
9 The floors, stairways and railings are safe.
10 CPR and first-aid classes are held at periodic intervals for staff and
students.
11 The drain hole pipes and water tanks are covered properly.
12 There are fire-alarms and smoke-alarms installed at different places.
13 The disaster management drills and evacuation plans are practised from
time to time.
14 There is provision for well-equipped ambulance in case of emergencies
or during any disaster.
15 The protocols to be followed in case of emergencies are displayed at
different places in the building.
16 The teachers and paramedical staff are trained to provide resuscitation.
17 The Fire Service, Ambulance Service, Police Service or any other
Community Service can be contacted by immediate dialing.
18 The school is equipped with a Public-Address System to make
emergency announcements.
19 There is a stable Disaster Management Plan which is updated regularly.
20 There is a School Disaster Response Team consisting of members,
administration, teachers and senior students.
21 The school staff is sensitized to address the trauma and post-disaster
interventions.
22 The Principal is capable enough to take one or many crucial decisions in
case of a disaster.
23 The school is equipped with school security technologies.
24 The school's design is safe enough to handle terrorist attacks.
25 The school handles media briefing and updates without
sensationalization.
26 The safety and security checklist is used for planning and designing new
facilities or assessing existing ones.
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27 The safety and security checklist of school is updated frequently.
28 There is a well-equipped disaster management cell in school.
29 There are regular preventive checks to ensure safety related to high risk
areas-electrical, fire, civil work, school gates, transport etc.
Section- V: Cyber Safety

S.
No.
1 Access to computer rooms and technological usage is monitored by

teachers.
2 There is Internet Security for children.
3 Cyber-crimes are handled with sensitivity.
4 Social Networking sites are blocked during school hours.
5 Parents and children are provided enough awareness on safe usage of
technology and how to avoid taking risks.
6 Cyber-bullying is handled with utmost care.
7 There is proper handling of e- waste.
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CHECKLIST FOR GENDER
SENSITIVITY IN SCHOOLS
The checklist for Gender Sensitivity consists of gender sensitive parameters which should be
followed to promote gender sensitivity in classroom transaction and extra-curricular
activities. The checklist identifies the specific standards that the schools should conform to in
order to build and support an environment, system and processes that are sensitive towards
the requirement of students of both the genders.
Courtesy : DLF PUBLIC SCHOOL, SAHIBABAD
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S. No. Parameter Yes Partially No
1. School Vision
1.1 Does the school vision convey specific commitment for basic
human rights and gender sensitivity?
1.2 Does the vision statement communicate the commitment to all
stakeholders of its intent?
2. School Mission
2.1 Does the mission statement of the school reflect the spirit and
commitment of the vision in terms of gender sensitivity and
human rights?
2.2 Does it identify and support the activities or interventions to
reduce gender gaps and inequalities?
3. School Management
3.1 Does the school management ensure abiding by the
constitutional and legal rules and regulations supporting Gender
equity and equality in all systems and processes of the school?
3.2 Does the constitution of the school management reflect the
broad understanding and spirit of gender sensitivity?
3.3 Is the delegation of responsibilities in the management structure
and executive plan gender inclusive?
3.4 Does the functional and operational domains of the executive
functions of management indicate gender sensitive concepts?
3.5 Is there a fair and equal representation of females and males in
the School Managing Committee?
3.6 Does the selection committee of school, select teachers based on
transparent assessment of candidates' competencies and does
not reflect bias in terms of gender, diversity and community?
3.7 Does the management provide opportunities and responsibilities
to all members without any gender bias?
4. School Infrastructure and Utilities
4.1 Does the school design and infrastructure offer equal comfort
level to both the genders?
4.2 Does the school have separate toilet facilities for both genders?
4.3 Is the ratio of urinals/toilets same for boys and girls?
4.4 Does the school provide sanitary assistance facilities in the event
of any specific needs?
4.5 Does the school have a female nurse/mentor teacher to attend to
the specific requirements of girl students?
4.6 Does the school have special restroom facilities for female staff?
4.7 Does the school have separate and covered change rooms for
girls in the immediate environment of swimming pools?
4.8 Is there a mechanism in the school for continuous supervision,
surveying and reporting of gender specific requirements?
4.9 Does the school provide adequate sports facilities to meet the
requirement of both genders?
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4.10 Does the school have a separate green room for both gender
students in their auditoriums?
4.11 Does the school have a counselor to address the growing up
concerns of both genders and provide support?
5. School Administration
5.1 Is there bias reflected towards either of the gender in the
school policies?
5.2 Does the verbal and written communication to the parents
reflect any gender bias?
5.3 Are the teachers/other staff members sensitized to the use
of appropriate verbal/non-verbal language towards either
gender?
5.4 Does the school provide opportunities for both the parents
to exercise their individual options in decision-making
processes with regard to their children?
5.5 Are all documentation procedures of the school same for
students of both genders?
5.6 Does the school follow the same policy of administration for
teaching/non-teaching staff of both genders?
5.7 Are the rules and procedures of the school sensitive to the
specific requirements of the female staff with regard to the
norms prescribed by the central/state government?
5.8 Are there equal and adequate space/seating procedures for
staff of both genders?
5.9 Does the school have adequate female support staff to
meet the needs of children?
5.10 Is there a zero-tolerance policy with clear punitive measures
for gender-based abuse/ teasing / harassment?
5.11 Is there any bias reflected in approach or action towards
either of the gender in school discipline policy?
5.12 Are advocacy activities/ programs conducted periodically to
involve and sensitize parent community towards gender
issues and concerns?
5.13 Does school conduct community activity periodically to
promote gender sensitivity and address gender issues?
5.14 Does the school conduct regular trainings / talks /
interactive sessions for staff and students to strengthen
gender sensitivity in approach, attitude, systems, processes
and practices?
6. Curricular Approach
6.1 Does the curriculum vision suggest a gender sensitive
approach?
6.2 Does the curriculum offer equal learning opportunities to
both the genders?
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6.3 Do both genders get equal opportunity and encouragement
in the choice of the subjects?
6.4 Does the curriculum provide equal opportunity for students
in the subjects like Physical Education and Work Education?
6.5 Are there adequate representation of both genders in the
committees dealing with the design and architecture of
different disciplines?
6.6 Is there any specific guideline for various subject
departments/committees with regard to the gender
sensitive approach?
6.7 Does the curriculum in various disciplines have components
that support gender appreciation?
6.8 Does the school integrate Life-Skills and Values Education
with adequate focus on Gender Sensitivity as an integral
component of its pedagogical practices?
6.9 Is information about educational/career opportunities and
support readily available to students of both genders?
7. Textual Material
(In case the school is prescribing Textbooks other than NCERT)
7.1 Does the textual content reflect gender sensitive approach?
7.2 Is there any bias reflected towards a gender in any of the
textual content?
7.3 Is there equal weightage for both genders in the selection of
content?
7.4 Are there any guidelines to the content developers with
regard to gender sensitivity?
7.5 Is the language used by the content developers gender
sensitive or does it show any gender bias?
7.6 Do the images, pictures or visuals used in the textual
content indicate any bias towards a gender?
7.7 Is there adequate representation of women in the texts of
History, Science, Technology, Mathematics, Language and
Literature?
7.8 Are there any statements or inputs that provoke gender
bias/demean either gender in the content?
7.9 Are there guidelines to publishers of textual materials with
regard to gender sensitivity?
7.10 Is there any mechanism to vet the content published by the
private agencies with regard to gender sensitivity?
7.11 Are there any anecdotes, incidents, events and descriptions
in any of the textual material that directly or indirectly
suggest gender bias?
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7.12 Is the language used in textbooks gender neutral?
8. Pedagogical Practices
8.1 Are there any guidelines shared with teachers with regard to
gender sensitive approach in the classroom?
8.2 Is there any bias reflected on the part of teachers towards
instructional strategies in the classrooms?
8.3 Do the teachers take note of gender sensitivity in the use of
language?
8.4 Do the teaching aids inclusive of charts; visuals or e-
materials indicate any bias to a specific gender?
8.5 Are teachers equipped to approach in a gender responsive
manner towards students of either gender in their
formative and adolescent periods?
8.6 Are the Physical Education teachers adequately oriented
towards the methodologies to be adopted for instruction to
different genders?
8.7 Do the physical education/work education/ other learning
programs involving bodily movements take care of the
issues of gender needs and requirements?
8.8 Are students of both genders given adequate support to
participate in classroom interactions?
8.9 Are teachers conscious of the number of questions being
asked to either gender and of equality in responses
received?
8.10 Do teachers provide examples and activities in class which
reflect experiences and interests of both gender?
8.11 Do teachers ensure a class setting supportive towards both
the genders?
8.12 Do teachers ensure fair division of responsibilities in
between the students of either gender?
8.13 Do teachers stress upon the values of respect and
responsibility to be practised by both genders?
8.14 Do teachers avoid the use of clichés- like 'boys don't cry' or 'a
tomboy' consciously?
8.15 Do teachers openly question and are critical of teaching and
learning materials (such as textbooks) which do not include
or reflect gender sensitivity?
8.16 Do teachers moderate pedagogical material which is, not
gender sensitive and develop appropriate material/support
material for use?
8.17 Do teachers provide guidance and encouragement to
students of both the genders in subjects like
Mathematics/Science/ICT without supporting
stereotyping?
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8.18 Do teachers encourage male interest in normally female-
pursued studies and vice versa?
8.19 Do teachers promote and provide guidance towards
vocational education to students of both the genders?
9. Co-curricular and extra-curricular activities
9.1 Is there a fair and sensitive approach towards selection of
school leaders/prefects, house captains and other student
designates?
9.2 Are both genders given equal opportunities in representing
the school in various programs?
9.3 Is there any specific bias towards selection of candidates for
school programs and events?
9.4 Are there any restrictions to either gender students for
participating in field trips, excursions, and external visits?
9.5 Are both genders given opportunities in programs like
Scouts & Guides, NCC, NSS, Road Safety Patrol etc.?
9.6 Are both genders given opportunities to participate /
represent the school in sports of their choice?
9.7 Are both gender students provided adequate support,
guidance and opportunities to develop bodily strength and
endurance?
9.8 Are students of both the genders encouraged and provided
equal opportunities to learn and practice self-defense
techniques?
10. School Uniform
10.1 Is the design of the school uniform sensitive to the need and
comfort of both the genders?
11. School Transport
11.1 Does the school transport system have in place measures to
ensure the safety of children in terms of Gender Based
Violence?
11.2 Is there responsible support staff to escort the children till
they are dropped at their point of dismemberment?
11.3 Is there any provision for peer audit and verification for
avoiding any possible abuse of children by the staff in
charge?
11.4 Are the guidelines provided in the CBSE Affiliation Byelaws
regarding school transport followed?
12. School Support Mechanisms
(Clinic/Infirmary/Counseling Services)
12.1 Does the school clinic have a qualified nurse in place?
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12.2 Does the school have a qualified counselor to meet the
counselling/guidance needs of children?
12.3 Do the facilities/medical support in the nursing room
adequate enough to meet the specific needs of children
belonging to either gender?
12.4 Is there provision for privacy for children when they are
placed in the nursing center?
12.5 Does the school have doctor(s) enrolled/empanelled who
would attend to the specific needs of children belonging to
either gender?
12.6 Are regular sessions conducted by School nurse/counselor
to handle and address gender specific growing up queries
and concerns?
13. Gender Based Violence (GBV)
13.1 Is it ensured that all areas of the school compound are safe
for all students and that there are no 'no go areas' in which
students feel threatened or afraid?
13.2 Is there a mechanism to prevent/pre-empt such happenings
in the school premises?
13.3 Is there a school team in place to prevent GBV incidents?
13.4 Are there specific guidelines to teachers / non-teaching staff
/part-time/temporary staff of both genders to prevent such
happenings?
13.5 Are there any video/CCTV coverage in schools and a central
monitoring mechanism to prevent such incidents?
13.6 Are there specific guidelines to the students/staff/ other
employees in school transport to prevent child abuse cases
during travel/transport?
13.7 Are there any specific guidelines to parents to provide
instructions to children to prevent, report such happenings
on time?
13.8 Is there a provision for imparting refusal skills to the children
as a part of Life Skills Education?
13.9 Is there a specific instruction/circular to the teachers
indicating therein their conduct towards children to ensure
gender safety?
Source: Educator's Manual on Gender Sensitive Pedagogy, CBSE
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Score Card
The score card will reflect the score of the school in each sub - sub domain, sub domain, domain
and overall in all the domains.
Schools will have data to track their performance and which will present a clear picture of their
strengths and areas of concern where action is required at different levels to improve the quality
and sustainability of their programs. It will help the school leadership to set and focus on goals.
Interpretation of the score card will become the basis for the reports to be prepared by the Peer
Assessor Team.
S. No. Domains/Sub-domains Score Remarks

1 Scholastic Processes
1.1.1 Principal and teachers are familiar with the spirit and content of
NCF
NCF.
1.1.2 Curriculum develops skills and abilities which prepare students
for lifelong learning and fosters global citizenship.
Skills
1.2.1 School follows an optimum number of teaching days and
teaching hours.
1.2.2 Teacher - Student Ratio.
Ratio
1.2.3 Teachers adopt varied teaching learning approaches reflecting
their understanding of the needs of the students.
1.3 Student Performance, Assessment of Learning Outcomes and
Feedback
1.3.1 Learning Indicators/Outcomes are used as check points to
assess child's learning at different points of time.
1.3.2 The school has defined procedures and criteria to regularly
assess the students' performance and uses the results to
improve their performance.
1.3.3 Varied assessment tools and techniques are used to assess the
performance of the students.
students
1.3.6 The school ensures all students achieve and progress on their
development continuum.
Total Score Obtained -'x' Maximum Marks - 52 (x ×25)/52 =
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2 Co-Scholastic Processes
2.2 Art Education
2.2.1 The school provides opportunities for Art and Visual and
Performing Arts activities.
2.3 Work Education
2.4.1 The school provides facilities to the students to participate in
Literary and Creative Skills; Scientific Skills; Information and
Communication Technology Skills; Organizational Leadership
Skills and Aesthetic Skills.
2.5.1 School has a Policy for promoting Health and Physical Education
in Students.
2.5.2 School has a strong leadership and management of PE and
Sports.
2.5.5 Assessment is as per the learning outcomes and the grade given
in the curriculum document.
2.5.7 Inclusive PE and Sport is an important aspect of school
ambience.
2.5.8 PE follows an integrated approach and all the four strands are a
part of the larger curriculum.
2.7 Values Education
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3 Infrastructure - Adequacy, Functionality, Aesthetics and Safety
3.2.1 The school has sufficient space for Principal, Staff and
Administration as per requirements.
3.3 Infirmary (Medical room) and Health Management facilities
3.5 Furniture
3.5.1 The school has adequate, safe, comfortable, age appropriate
and aesthetically designed furniture.
3.6.1 The school building is designed for natural lighting and
ventilation in keeping with the best international norms.
3.7.1 Adequate provisions/ effective measures are in place for
Disaster Management.
3.11 Rooms for Activities - Arts, Sculpture, Music, Dance, Theatre and
Technology.
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4 Human Resources
4.1 School Staff - Teaching and Non-Teaching
4.1.1 The school recruits qualified and competent staff (teaching and
non-teaching) that is sufficient in number to support fulfilment
4.1.2 The school has an induction policy in place for the new
employees.
teachers.
4.2 Parents
4.3 Students
4.4 Alumni
4.5 Community
4.5.1 The school is committed to fostering effective school
community partnership for providing enriching opportunities to
enhance students' achievement and wellbeing.
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5 Inclusive Practices
5.1 Barrier free environment
5.1.1 The school provides barrier free access in terms of physical
5.2.1 Adequate and appropriate indoor and outdoor games, sports
and other recreational facilities are provided to students with
disabilities.
5.3.1 The school provides adequate transportation facilities to
students with disabilities.
5.4.1 Training and sensitization programmes are conducted by the
school for all the concerned with the students with disabilities.
5.5.1 Training and sensitization programmes are conducted for all
staff members by the school with respect to students with
disabilities.
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6 Management and Governance
are in place.
6.5.1 There is a formal mechanism for relationship management
(staff, parents, community, alumni, etc.).
the school.
6.11 Fee Structure
6.12.2 The school admission policy is in consonance with CBSE
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7 Leadership
7.1.1 The school leader has a clear Vision and Direction to take the
school forward.
7.2.1 The school leaders demonstrate effective communication,
cross-functional collaborations and build relationships.
learning outcomes of students.
7.3.2 The school leaders demonstrate capacity to improve systems in
the school and ensure an ethos of responsibility and
accountability.
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8 Beneficiary Satisfaction
8.1 Satisfaction of Students
8.1.1 The school allows students to express their opinions, views and
8.2.1 The school creates a non-threatening and caring environment
for the teachers to voice their feedback and develops a
mechanism to review this feedback periodically and use it for
8.4.1 The Management/Society provides a mechanism to the
Principal to voice his/her suggestions, views and concerns and
periodically reviews the same for continual improvement and
also uses it to assess the Principal's satisfaction.
review the same for improving performance of the school and
for assessing their satisfaction.
8.7.1 The management develops a mechanism for reviewing the
vision and mission statement of the school and assesses it and
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Summary:
S. No. Domain No. of Items Total Score Score Obtained

1 Scholastic Processes 13 52
2 Co-Scholastic Processes 14 56
3 Infrastructure - Adequacy, Functionality,
Aesthetics and Safety 14 56
4 Human Resources 11 44
5 Inclusive Practices 7 28
6 Management and Governance 13 52
7 Leadership 5 20
8 Beneficiary Satisfaction 7 28
Total Score Obtained in 84 Items
(out of 336 Marks) 84 336
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GLOSSARY
1. Academic Calendar: A publication listing all important dates in an academic year, including the start
and end dates of classes, holidays, exam days, registration dates, financial aid, deadlines, etc.
2. Accommodations: Accommodations are adaptations that provide access to the general curriculum
without changing the learning goal or grade level standard. Accommodations provide access to
curriculum for students with varying abilities.
3. Affective domain: The part of the human mind that makes people react emotionally and their ability
to feel another person's pain or joy.
4. Alumni: Past students of the school.
5. Anecdotal Record: A report of descriptive accounts of episodes or occurrences in specific duration
of life of an individual.
6. Annual Curriculum Plan: The yearly plan for the aggregate courses of study given in a school.
7. Appraisal: Act of estimating or judging the nature of a process.
8. Assessee: A person or property being assessed.
9. Assessment tool: The specific media used for types of assessment, e.g. written tests, viva voce,
projects, etc.
10. Assessor: One appointed or elected to evaluate the merits, importance, etc., of school processes.
11. Attendance records: Relating to gathering daily students' attendance, storing and using data, thus
collected, for consolidating information regarding regularity.
12. Behavioral indicator: Pointing or directing to the behaviour of a person.
13. Benchmark: A point of reference to make comparisons.
14. Beneficiary: A group that receives benefits, profits and advantages.
15. Child abuse: At a minimum, any recent act or failure to act on the part of a parent or caretaker, which
results in death, serious physical or emotional harm, sexual abuse or exploitation, or an act or failure
to act which presents an imminent risk of serious harm. Causing or permitting any harmful or
offensive contact on a child's body; and, any communication or transaction of any kind which
humiliates, shames, or frightens the child.
16. Class wise Tracker: It is a class wise worksheet/spreadsheet for recording the details of students (roll
no., participation in different activities, etc.). It helps in tracking the performance of each child in the
class. Teachers may use notebooks, an excel sheet, mobile app, etc.
17. Code of conduct: A set of conventional principles and expectations that are considered binding on
any person who is a member of a particular group. A statement and description of required
behaviors, responsibilities, and actions expected of members of a professional body. A code of
conduct usually focuses on ethical and socially responsible issues and applies to individuals,
providing guidance on how to act in cases of doubt or confusion.
18. Cognitive domain: The part of an individual's mind that defines how individuals think, their
intellectual capabilities, level of development and preferred thinking styles, which range from
knowledge through comprehension, application, analysis and evaluation to creation.
19. Communication Tree: Communication tree contains list of designated staff to whom primarily
parents/ guardian can contact. At any given point of time if any parents/ guardian /students studying
in the school need help / assistance /or wants to request / complainant can know whom to contact
with the help of communication tree.
20. Compensation: Something given or received an equivalent for services.
21. Co-Scholastic: Pertaining to co/extra-curricular activities engaged in by students as part of the
school curriculum. Co-Scholastic aspects include Life Skills, Co-curricular areas and Attitudes and
Values.
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22. Counseling: It constitutes three components, viz, informing, advising and counseling, where
informing means giving appropriate and correct information; advising covers suggesting
appropriate courses of action; and counseling means helping the learners to clarify their needs,
feelings, etc. so that they can make appropriate decision for themselves.
23. Curriculum: The word has been derived from the Latin verb currere 'meaning to run'. From this
follows an extension of the meaning to a course to be run and as a metaphor "an educational course
to be taught/learned". In this sense, it is virtually synonymous with the term syllabus as is developed
by expert committees or boards of studies of a university. In its broader sense the word 'curriculum'
includes teaching strategies, learning activities and evaluation devices in relation to a particular
syllabus. In the context of distance education, curriculum implies syllabi, multimedia course
packages, self-learning processes of the student, and student support services.
24. Decorum: Dignified propriety of behavior, speech, dress, etc. orderliness; regularity.
25. Developmental Continuum: It outlines the sequence of skills that children can be expected to
acquire as they develop. It covers a broad range of developmental domains (physical, social,
emotional, communication/language and cognitive). It is a base for observation and discussion of
children's growth and learning.
26. Diagnostic: Serving to identify a characteristic or being a precise indication.
27. Differently abled: Disabled (coined by US Democratic National Committee as a more acceptable
term)
28. Disaster Management: Preparing for any calamity beforehand.
29. Emblem: A sign, design or figure that identifies or represents something e.g. the emblem of a school.
30. Evaluation: A process wherein the parts, processes, or outcomes of a programme are examined to
see whether they are satisfactory, particularly with reference to its stated objectives. The
assessment of a programme's outcomes or results is facilitated by measurement. Such
measurement is affected by means of tools such as test, questionnaires, opinionnaires, inventories,
interview schedules, scales, etc.
31. Feedback: A reaction or response to a particular process or activity.
32. Formative Assessment: A form of assessment that is done during the course of instruction; its
outcome provides information that teachers can use to revise their teaching and students can use to
improve their learning.
33. Formative Evaluation: Monitoring learning progress during instruction and to provide continuous
feedback to both pupil and teacher concerning learning successes and failures. It includes
assessment of paper - pencil test, assignments, projects, class work, homework, practical work etc.
34. Four Strands: The new format of Health and Physical Education by CBSE envisions that each student
will undertake activities categorized under the following four strands:
• Strand 1 - Games/Sports
• Strand 2 - Health and Fitness
• Strand 3 - Social Empowerment through Work Education and Action (SEWA)
• Strand 4- Health and Activity Card (For record)
35. Hubs of Learning: Clusters of 4-5 neighbourhood schools each, for the purpose of collaborative
growth, promotion of self-improvement and enhancement of quality of education
36. Indicator: Data or statistic that indicates or signals something.
37. Induction: Formal installation in office.
38. Infrastructure: Fundamental facilities and systems.
39. Innovation: Starting something for the first time; introducing something new, which has resulted
from research and experimentation.
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40. Inter-disciplinary: Of the inherent connections between academic subjects.
41. Individual Education Plan (IEP): A detailed plan for a specific child's special educational needs and
identifies the services that will be provided to meet those needs.
42. Learning Objectives: Statements that define the expected goal of a curriculum, course, lesson or
activity in terms of demonstrable skills or knowledge that will be acquired by a student as a result of
instruction.
43. Learning Outcomes: Statements that describe significant and essential learning that learners have
achieved, and can reliably demonstrate at the end of a lesson or a unit or a course or program. In
other words, learning outcomes identify what the learner will know and be able to do by the end of a
lesson or a unit or a course or program.
44. Leadership Team: A leadership team is a group of two or more people who are committed to
collaboratively serve some significant organizational purpose for which they hold themselves
mutually accountable.
45. Logo: Sign or character representing a word.
46. Mission: An assigned or self-imposed duty or task.
47. Motto: A sentence, phrase or word expressing the spirit or purpose of an organization.
48. Observation schedule: A time frame for illuminating issues based on diagnostic review of a
situation.
49. Pay Commission: A legislative body created under law to set the minimum rate of pay for
employees.
50. Parent Participation Tracker: A mechanism to track and measure parent involvement in school
activities.
51. PEC: Physical Education Card. PEC has been developed by CBSE as a collaborative venture with the
British Council. It is being implemented to build a healthy and fit generation and initiate a trend of
joyful learning. Each concept of learning is linked to games.
a. Primary PEC: Classes I to V
b. Secondary PEC: Clsses VI-X
c. Ability: Special need students
52. Pedagogical Plan: Pedagogical plan is the systematic plan for the learning activities to be taken up
during the session for scholastic and co-scholastic. The plan defines the learning outcomes, learning
tasks, learning environment, interactions, schedules, resources etc. Pedagogic planning lays the
foundation for the designing of the curriculum and lessons. The pedagogical plan reflects the vision
and mission of the school and helps in achieving those objectives. It needs to be reviewed at regular
intervals.
53. Pedagogy: The art or science of teaching; education; instructional methods.
54. Peer: A person who is equal to another in abilities, qualities.
55. Peer pressure: The influence exerted by a peer group in encouraging a person to change his or her
attitudes, values, or behavior in order to conform to group norms.
56. Policies: A definite course of action adopted for the sake of expediency, facility etc.
57. Portfolio: A collection of evidences of students work over a period of time.
58. Position Paper: Most useful in context where detailed comprehension of another utility views are
important. They are used to make public official recommendation and enable discussion on
emerging topics.
59. Process Owner: Persons responsible for the management of processes within the organization.
60. Project: A task given over a period of time and generally involves collection an analysis of data. It is
useful in theme based learning.
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61. PTM: An interface between the educator and the guardian of the student for discussing his / her
areas of improvement and / or achievement.
62. Remedial Class: A class that teaches skills that area needed to succeed in pursuing some courses.
These skills can be in the areas like mathematics, writing, reading, etc.
63. Remediation: Correction of something defective or reversal/of stopping damage.
64. Safety Measures: Activities and precaution taken to improve safety i.e. reduce risk related to human
health.
65. Scholastic: Includes subject specific areas.
66. Staff Appraisal: The key to effective school development by appraising / estimating the
performance of the staff. An opportunity for motivation and opportunity for teachers.
67. Staff Muster: Record keeping of an employee's attendance.
68. Staff Records: Relating to gathering, storing and using information of employees.
69. Summative Assessment: A culminating assessment, which gives information on students' mastery
of content, knowledge, or skills at the end of instruction and testing.
70. Summative Evaluation: The evaluation conducted at the end of an instructional segment is called
summative evaluation. It is designed to determine the extent to which the instructional objectives
have been achieved. It is usually used for assigning course grades or certification.
71. Syllabus: An outline and summary of topics to be covered in a course of study. A syllabus usually
contains specific information about the course.
72. Teachers log book: A record keeping book provided to record work performed and time duration
taken to perform it.
73. Vision: The act or power of anticipating that which will or may happen.
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REFERENCE
• CBSE School Quality Assessment and Accreditation Manual - 2013
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School Quality

CENTRAL BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION

First Edition 2019, CBSE, Delhi

“This book or part thereof may not be reproduced by

Published By : The Secretary, Central Board of Secondary Education,

Design & Layout : Multi Graphics, 8A/101, W.E.A. Karol Bagh,

THE CONSTITUTION OF INDIA

Advisory, Editorial and Creative Inputs

Guidance and Support

Curator and Co-ordinator

2 Process of School Quality Assessment and Assurance.............................. 7-16

3 SQAA - Domains and Sub Domains..........................................................17-92

4 SQAA Instruments................................................................................. 93-203

1.3 Vision and Mission of SQAA

1.6 Framework of SQAA

Domains of School Quality Assessment and Assurance (SQAA)

2.2 Process of School Quality Assessment and Assurance

Phase 1 Self-Assessment • Ideal State: Outcome to be uploaded on

Phase 2 Validation by External • On demand by school

Phase Steps Process Suggested Action Plan

Step 3 Respond • Devise strategies to work upon the prioritized areas

Step 4 Rate • Monitor progress - monitoring is about ensuring

• Schools to initiate Self- Assessment in the year 2019

One teacher from One student from

One teacher from One Counsellor,

2.2.2 External Evaluation

Phase Steps Process Suggested Action Plan

Step 5 Visit by Peer Assessor • Optional for first three years

Step 6 Preparation and • Preparation of Reports ( SQAAR and SQER ) by

• Schools are provided two-three years' time to strengthen their processes

2.2.2.3 Reports by Peer Assessor Team

S. Description SQAA Outcome Based Inspection

8. Outcome ?Schools set their targets and ?

Dynamic- Demonstrates strong benchmarked defined and documented

2 Transient System is in early constructive years. Practices are generally

1. Scholastic Processes Domain

1.1 Curriculum Planning Sub-Domain

1.1.1.1 • There is a well-defined, 4 • School Policy SQAAF • NCF

Sub Domains and 1.1 Curriculum Planning

1.1.1.1 • There is a well-defined, structured policy 4 • School Policy SQAAF • NCF

1.1.3.1 • Policy for curriculum familiarization is in 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE

1.1.3.4 • There is availability of Curriculum 1

1.3 Student Performance, Assessment of Learning Outcomes and Feedback

1.3.2.4 • Teachers conduct only pen paper tests. 1

1.3.4.3 • Teachers prepare question papers and the 2

1.3.4.4 • Teachers prepare the question papers 1

1.3.6.1 • The school policy on students' achievement 4 • School Policy SQAAF

Sub Domains and 2.1 Curriculum and Pedagogical Planning

2.1.1.3 • The approved Annual Curriculum Plan for 2

2.3.1.3 • The school provides more than 3 Skill 2

2.5.1.2 • PE and Sports is implemented across the 3

2.5.1.3 • Some attention is given to PE and Sports 2

2.5.1.4 • Limited or no attention given to PE or 1

2.5.3.1 • School Policy on PE is in place. 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE

2.5.3.2 • Staff is confident and competent and uses 3

2.5.4.1 • School Policy on mainstreaming PE is in 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE

2.5.5.1 • The School Policy on mainstreaming PE is 4 • School Policy SQAAF • CBSE

3.3.1.3 • School has an infirmary/sick room but not 2

3.5.1.2 • Furniture is safe, adequate, comfortable 3

3.5.1.3 • Adequate furniture is available as per the 2