Academics at St. Mary's School
English-Medium Education With a Holistic Approach
Medium of Instruction
The entire school follows the English medium of instruction. To help students gain command over spoken English, they are required to converse only in English within the school premises, and parents are encouraged to reinforce this practice at home.
School Timings
April to September
| Class | Days | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Std. I to X | Monday–Friday | 6:45 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. |
| Std. I to X | Saturday | 6:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. |
| L.KG & U.KG | Monday–Saturday | 6:45 a.m. – 12:00 Noon |
| Nursery | Monday–Saturday | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon |
October to March
| Class | Days | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Std. I to X | Monday–Friday | 7:15 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. |
| Std. I to X | Saturday | 7:15 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. |
| L.KG & U.KG | Monday–Saturday | 7:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
| Nursery | Monday–Saturday | 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
Curriculum & Subjects
A Well-Rounded Academic Programme
Daily Class Structure
Each school day is divided into 8 periods with a recess break, structured across Monday to Saturday. Subjects and periods are allotted as per the class-wise routine issued at the start of the academic session.
Examination & Assessment System
Monthly Tests, Terminals & Annual Exams
- —Monthly tests are conducted throughout the academic session
- —No retest is allowed for students absent from any monthly test (for any reason)
- —No weightage is given for absence from any monthly test, terminal or annual examination
- —A pre-board test is conducted in January for Class X students to assess their readiness before CBSE Board Exams
- —Assessments are conducted as per the schedule issued by CBSE; it is mandatory for all students to appear, and no retests are given for these assessments
Rules for Promotion to Next Class
- —A student must secure at least 40% marks in the integrated result of each subject
- —Promotion will not be granted if a student fails the examination
- —Aggregate marks should not be less than 45%
- —A student failing twice in the same class may not be permitted to continue, especially if performance remains below average
Report Cards & Evaluation Transparency
All test papers are shown to the student, though they are not shown to parents on Report Card Day. Final examination answer sheets are not shown to students or parents; however, if a genuine concern arises, the Principal will personally probe the matter, and the decision will be final. Such requests must be submitted in writing within a fortnight of Report Card distribution.
How Parents Can Support Academic Growth
- —Ensure children complete homework and come prepared to school
- —Check that the correct books/exercise books are carried as per the timetable — no extra books allowed
- —Report any neglect in assigning or correcting homework to the school
- —Meet class teachers with prior appointment to discuss progress
- —Examine Report Cards after mid-term tests and consult the Principal/teachers for remedial measures