Ideal Model Secondary School

Jhamsikhel, Lalitpur

Level

PG-12

ABOUT

Ideal Model School was established in 2048 B.S. (1991 A.D.) under the able leadership of experienced and dedicated luminaries with the intention of providing an environment for the systematic, physical, mental, social and the overall personality development of students. Ever since its inception, IMS has moved forward steadily. It has been sensitive to the changes in both the attitudes of students and the demands of modern society. Thus, it has constantly endeavored to incorporate necessary changes so that the children can become a part of the emerging New World order.

By becoming a part of the Little Angels family, IMS has always taken advantage of the massive infrastructure available and also share the immense material and manpower resource pool present. In addition, students passing out of IMS utilize the numerous avenues for higher studies, which the L.A. School System has already successfully operated for several years now. Further more, Ideal Model School too has successfully initiated its (+) 2 and higher education after taking into consideration the requests made by parents of the school.

Philosophy

We are committed to connect students with their unique futures. We offer an unparalleled education that inspires children to be creative problem-solvers, innovators, and leaders. We approach the learning experience by infusing a strong liberal arts curriculum with Multiple Intelligences Theory.

Vision

To provide quality, comprehensive education and raise compassionate global citizens.

Mission

To facilitate life-long learning beyond knowledge acquisition by providing them skills to comprehend, apply, appreciate, analyze,synthesize and evaluate.

Aims and Objectives

Ideal Model School has been set up with the overall objective of providing quality education to a limited number of students in a most congenial environment.
The IMS motto is: ‘TO BE A LIGHT’, and it endeavors to motivate students to set and achieve objectives in life which are higher, nobler, and which helps them spread like the radiance of light where ever they may go.
IMS believes that each child has an inherent ability to excel in some sphere of life. It thus aims at providing an environment where in these imbibed creative potentials are identified, exposed and nurtured.
IMS also constantly strives for sustained academic growth of the student. Teachers prepare students with the aim of making them capable of shouldering the load of higher education and life with ease and confidence.
At IMS, the concept of self-imposed, all round discipline is inculcated in the students so that overall development of their physical, mental and spiritual faculties are facilitated.

Salient Features

Science Laboraatories

The school features three science laboratories, which are fully equipped for conducting experiments in the fields of biology, physics, and chemistry. Theoretical knowledge is reinforced by practical demonstrations that take place in these laboratories. Starting from grade IV, students are taken to the labs whenever it is necessary to provide them with practical exposure.

Computer Laboratories

IMS has three computer laboratories with interlinked computers through a Local Area Network (LAN). A team of highly trained teachers offers computer education to students from grades III to XII, ensuring a healthy student-to-computer ratio for maximum practical exposure. To meet the requirements of the ever-changing curriculum, the computer systems are frequently upgraded.

Library

The school boasts a comprehensive library with a vast collection of books and audio-visual materials that students can borrow or read. The library is updated regularly with new books, and students can also access newspapers and periodicals. Moreover, an intensive reading program has been implemented over the years, requiring students to read several prescribed books each term, in addition to their regular textbooks, and submit book reports.

Co-Curricular & Extracurricular Activities

IMS is a school that places great emphasis on the overall development of its students, with co-curricular and extracurricular activities being an integral part of the curriculum. These activities are carefully planned and integrated into the school calendar, including inter-house competitions, sporting events such as swimming, football, basketball, cricket, athletics, and table tennis, and participation in inter-school competitions and national and international events. Students from grades I to VII are required to participate in gymnastics, yoga, Wu-Shu, and dance, and from grade IV and above, they can choose to enroll in one of the after-school club activities, such as music classes, robotics, or social entrepreneurship development. Additionally, the school has established clubs like the IMS ECO Club, IMS Junior Red Cross Society, The Society for Spoken English, Elixir Club and Book Readers' Club. The school also places a strong emphasis on field trips, with students from Kindergarten upwards taken on several compulsory trips each year, as well as an annual optional night-out excursion that is adventure-based and in nature's proximity.

Transportation

The school provides transport facilities to day scholar students through its fleet of 26 buses. The transport division is managed by a Transport in-charge who reports directly to the principal.

Health Services

The school is equipped with a qualified doctor who visits at least twice a week to check the boarders, while an experienced Para medic attends to the medical needs of the boarders every morning. Parents are informed in case a child requires specialized treatment, and for emergencies, the students are taken to hospitals/nursing homes as suggested by our doctor/paramedic in consultation with parents.

Cafeteria

At IMS, there is a well-maintained and roomy cafeteria offering a variety of healthy food options to ensure the students are never hungry. Consuming clean and nutritious food helps the students remain fit, energetic, and focused in class all day long.

Hostel

The hostels are looked after by wardens, resident teachers, and non-teaching staff who aim to provide a homely environment for the children. Separate blocks are kept for girls and boys with sufficient privacy and individual lockers. The hostel stay is made lively with numerous activities and every Saturday parents are encouraged to make telephone calls to school to speak to their children. A qualified doctor checks the boarders at least twice a week and for emergencies, students are taken to hospitals/nursing homes as suggested by our doctor/paramedic in consultation with parents.

Admission Guidelines

Academic Session

The academic session of the school begins as per the directions of the Education Ministry in the Nepali month of 'Baishak' (Mid-April) and continues for about 12 months. It is divided into three terms, each of which ends with a ‘Terminal Examination’. A brief term break is given after each Terminal examinations.

Admission Procedure

Children having completed age 3 and above are eligible to enroll. However, there is a separate PG section of the school that caters to children below age 3. Requests for admission can be made on prescribed ‘Application Form’ available at the school's 'Admission Desk' from the 1 st of the Nepali month 'Chaitra' (Mid-March) each year. Completed forms are to be submitted to the same office for processing. Applied students are examined and depending on their merit, age and vacancy at school, placed in different grades. For selected candidates, financial and other formalities have to be completed within stipulated dates provided by the account section of the school.

For a new student, an ‘Admission Fee’ (Non-Refundable) and a ‘Security Deposit’ (Refundable), along with the ‘Annual Fee’ is charged at the time of admission. For students already studying in school, the annual fee is charged every year, at the beginning of each session. Tuition fee is charged every month for the entire session. 'Computer' and 'Transport’ fees are charged for 10 months only.