The academic year begins
in the first week of April and ends in the last week of March.
Saturdays and Sundays-the weekends are designated holidays, though
Saturdays are assigned for compulsory extra-curricular activities.
English being the global communicator, the school has chosen English as the
instructive medium. However, keeping in mind the richness of Indian
languages, the vernaculars are also emphasized.
School vacation details are summarized in the school Calendar. During
vacations, the school organizes excursions and short trips to places of
interest in and around Kolkata.
In the Primary Section : English Language & Literature, Hindi/Bengali,
Environment Education, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Art & Craft,
Drawing, SUPW, Computers (Class I onwards), Moral Science and General
Knowledge.
In the Secondary Section: English Language & Literature, Hindi/Bengali, 3rd
Language, Mathematics, SUPW Environmental Education, Science (Physics,
Chemistry & Biology), History, Geography, Art & Craft, Computer Science,
Moral Science, General Knowledge, Sixth Subject in Classes IX & X.
"How can I be sure that my child participates in
extra and co-curriculum activities ?"
The School has a spacious playground with top-notch facilities for indoor
and outdoor games, with plans of a gymnasium as well. Going beyond
textbooks, the school ensures a students holistic development in physique,
personality and skills with activities like quizzes, debates elocution
contests, declamation contests, recitation, essay competitions, dramatics. A
diversified, multifaceted approach to extra-curricular helps every students
to find his chosen passion-be it Martial Arts (Judo and karate), Roller
Skating, Basket Ball, Soccer, Volley ball, Athletics, Painting. Art and
Craft, Yoga, Music (Vocal and Instrumental), Harmonium, Tabla, Indian
Classical Music activities are also given due importance.
"Tell us something about the School's
infrastructure"
MCKV aims at global standards, as these four instances testify.
School Computer Centre: MCKV has set up a most sophisticated computer
center, Internet-connected and equipped with latest educational software and
hardware.
School Laboratories : State-of-the-art laboratories for Physics, Chemistry
and Biology makes these subjects more rewarding for students. Also on the
anvil are Geography, Environmental education and Biotechnology laboratories.
Audio-Visual Centre : Modern and interactive AV teaching aids make learning
a pleasure.
Library : A large and comprehensive selection of books, national and
international magazines, video and audio tapes, CDs, both Indian and
imported, with viewing facilities make the school library a treasure trove
of learning.
"May we know something about people who run the
school : the teachers, the advisory board, the managing committee and the
governing council ?"
MCKV prides on the unflagging support and enthusiasm of its valued and
committed people.
Faculty : MCKV has a team of highly-qualified, experienced and dedicated
teachers.
School Advisory Board : Members are distinguished people of integrity and
standing and the school is greatly benefited by their experience, wisdom and
spirit.
The Managing Committee and Governing Council : Members stand as shining examples of selfless service and dedicated to
spread education.
Light grey shirts, grey pants, school tie, white socks and black shoes. Blue
cardigans (blazers from Class Vonwards) for winter.
There is no prescribed Montessori uniform. Uniform materials and stationery
are available from the school tuck shop.
"Last but not the least, what does the School expect from us, the parents?"
MCKV firmly believes that Home and School complement each other. Therefore,
the School expects the parents to
> Accept
responsibility for their children's behaviour inside the school as well as
outside it.
> Support
the School's curriculum.
> Be involved in
their children's education as far as possible.
> Encourage their
children to participate in all the School's Curricular and extra curricular
activities.
> Accept
the professional judgment of the School's faculty.
> Prospectus and
Registration Forms are available at the School's Reception. Counter on
producing the child's proof of age and a written application, along with a
payment of Rs. 250. (9 am to 1 pm, Mon-Fri).
>
Selection of
students is made from eligible candidates through Admission Tests and
Interviews, and is strictly merit-based.
>
A Transfer
Certificate (TC) is a must in the case of admissions beyond Class II.
Students from other states must submit their TC countersigned by the
concerned
District Inspector of Schools.
What facilities are available for games and sports ?
The school students may choose from a wide option of sports and
games. Rhese include cricket, football, hockey, badminton, table
tennis, basketball, athletics and classical dances etc.
