Bhaktapur NIST School

Lokanthali, Madhyapur Thimi, Bhaktapur

Level

1-7

ABOUT

Situated in the convenient location of Lokanthali, Bhaktapur, the School has a noteworthy reputation for producing successful alumni in various fields worldwide, thanks to its long-standing association with NIST Foundation. With its inclusive and co-

Since June 2021, the School has been accredited as a Cambridge International school, which means it has integrated the Cambridge framework into its Curriculum (up to Grade 7) along with assessment tools and resources to promote excellence and facilitate learning. Additionally, the School provides opportunities for professional development to its teachers and leaders, ensuring that they can offer the best education possible to their students.

The primary level follows a graded teaching approach, whereas subject-based teaching is emphasized at the middle and secondary levels. With a focus on inquiry-based learning, the School encourages a culture of experiential, hands-on problem-solving to foster a conducive learning environment.

In the future, the School intends to build new academic structures designed specifically to offer students purpose-built classrooms with state-of-the-art amenities.

VISION

To become a leading school where its learners, staff and the community feel safe and valued, and from where its learners graduate with academic excellence to succeed in higher education, life and beyond.

MISSION

We provide our learners with a value–based holistic education in a caring, safe and supportive environment that fosters positive learning attitudes. We collaborate with parents as partners to facilitate our learners to gain knowledge, skills and attitudes that are essential to thrive in a changing world. Our learners are supported and nurtured at every step of their academic journey and the school life to become confident, engaged and responsible global citizens

Salient Features

CCA's and ECA's

The School offers a broad spectrum of extracurricular activities and CCAs to promote the comprehensive development of its students. These activities encompass a wide variety of options including sports such as basketball, football, swimming, table tennis, tae-kwando, and cricket, as well as artistic pursuits like dance, music, drama, yoga, fine art, and craft. Additionally, a multitude of other cocurricular activities such as debates, quizzes, literary writing, public speaking, presentation of project works, and celebrations of local and global festivals are organized to foster leadership abilities and cross-cultural appreciation among the students while also instilling essential values in them.

Field Trips and Excursions

The School arranges field trips and excursions that are subject to the annual academic calendar and syllabus. These events offer students a practical and interactive approach to learning by connecting classroom teachings with real-world experiences. The destinations for these excursions often include botanical gardens, zoos, museums, and agricultural farms, as they are deemed crucial for hands-on learning. Additionally, students participate in community service initiatives that aim to benefit the local community. These activities encourage a sense of empathy and social responsibility among students.

Lunch and Snacks

Nutritious and well-balanced meals, including both lunch and snacks, are served to both students and staff. To cater to the diverse preferences of the students, a choice between vegetarian and non-vegetarian food is offered. The menu is varied and carefully curated to provide healthy, nutritious, and delicious meal options every day. The School aims to ensure that the students enjoy their meals while also promoting good health and well-being.

Transportation Service

The School offers transportation services to ferry students to and from the School, but only within a radius of ten kilometers from the School. Parents are advised to indicate their need for transportation services during the admission process by filling out the relevant section in the application form. To ensure the safety of students, a bus helper accompanies them during their commute to and from the School.

Health and Nursing Care Services

The School is equipped with a well-stocked infirmary, staffed by a full-time, experienced, and registered nurse who provides first aid services to students during school hours. Minor injuries and illnesses are treated in the infirmary. However, if a major injury occurs, the student is promptly taken to the nearest hospital, and parents/guardians are notified. It is the responsibility of the parents/guardians to bear the expenses incurred for such medical treatment.

Safety and Wellbeing

At The School, the safety and well-being of students are of paramount importance, and every measure is taken to ensure it. Students are only released to their parents or individuals authorized by the parents. However, with written permission from parents, middle and secondary school students may be allowed to travel home independently after school or alight from the school bus at their designated stop.

Science Labs, ICT and Library

The School boasts of state-of-the-art science and Information and Computer Technology (ICT) laboratories, as well as a well-stocked library. These facilities are specifically designed to augment the theoretical and practical knowledge of students through experiments and research. The School employs qualified and experienced staff to guide students while conducting experiments in the laboratories and studying in the library.

School Counseling

At The School, a professional and experienced counselor is available to provide guidance and counseling to students who face difficulties adjusting to new situations or coping with academic and personal challenges. Our counselors and teachers work collaboratively to ensure the overall well-being of students during their tenure at the School.

School Hours

Generally, the School is open Sunday through Friday from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. However, the management reserves the right to change this schedule from time to time, and parents/guardians are notified in such a case.

Admission Guidelines

The School welcomes applications from students who desire to enroll to the School. Generally, students are admitted in Pre-primary and Grade 1. However, applications will be accepted for other grades based on the availability of seats. Though new admissions will be officially open from the 1^st week of March every year, applications for admission for immediate or future entry are considered at any time throughout the year. All students are required to appear for written tests and an interview to determine their eligibility for admission in the school. The decision of the Admissions Committee in such matters will be final.

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

The School provides scholarships to needy and deserving students. In addition, various other scholarships will be provided to students based on their performance in academics, co-curricular and extracurricular activities.