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Examinations & Assessment

A transparent, continuous assessment system following CISCE directives.

Pattern of Assessment

The school conducts assessment as per the directives of the ICSE and ISC. The academic year is divided into two terms, with Unit Assessments and Summative Assessments at each level.

Kindergarten

  • Unit AssessmentTheory 20 Β· Internal 5
  • Summative AssessmentTheory 40 Β· Internal 10

Secondary Level

  • Unit AssessmentTheory 40 Β· Internal 10
  • Summative AssessmentTheory 80 Β· Internal 20

Higher Secondary (ISC)

  • Unit AssessmentTheory 50
  • Summative AssessmentTheory 80 / 70 Β· Internal 20 / 30

Marks shown are theory Β· internal assessment for each assessment type.

Grading Scale

GradeDescriptorRange
O Outstanding 90% – 100%
A+ Excellent 80% – 89%
A Very Good 70% – 79%
B+ Good 60% – 69%
B Average 50% – 59%
C+ Fair 40% – 49%
C Poor Below 40%

Evaluation & Promotion

  • A report card is issued after every assessment.
  • Promotion to a higher class is based on qualifying performance.
  • Students securing 40% in all subjects are eligible for a rank.
  • Exam attendance is mandatory, except in cases of emergency or illness.

Viva Voce

A viva voce is conducted before the written final examinations (Term II). It builds students' confidence, helps them prepare effectively, and gives examiners an opportunity to evaluate the depth of a student's understanding of the subject.