Rules and Regulations

A. School Timing

Classes	Timing
LKG	08:15AM to 12:30PM
U.K.G to I	08:15AM to 03:15PM
II to X	08:15AM to 03:30PM

• 2nd and 4th Saturdays will be a holiday
• If any of the working days are declared as holiday by the Government or based on requirement specified Saturdays will be declared as working days.
• The school may conduct any special programme at other times if it is necessary for the welfare of the student.

B. School Uniform Policy

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Boys:

• LKG to X - Full sleeves, without any cuffs. Length to be up to the wrist. Sleeves to be loose enough to facilitate performing ablution.
• Regular - Fit only (No pleats)
• Length of the Pants should be above the ankle. If required, kindly have additional cloth folded to accommodate the length in case the child grows taller.

Note :

• Tight fit, Pencil fit, baggies and low-hip stitch are strictly not allowed.
• Please look at the sample dress displayed in the office.
• Any violation of school uniform code will lead to consequence as per the school discipline policy.

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Girls:

• The girl's salwar tops should be full sleeved and loose
• The pants should be loose and lengthy enough to cover the ankles.
• The head scarf should be worn in such a way that it conceals the hair properly.
• It is mandatory for all the Muslim students studying in class VI and above to wear the Abhayah (outer garment). It should be loose and lengthy enough to cover the ankles
• Useage of Mehandi, perfume, jewellery and facial beautification is strictly not allowed
• Non-Muslim students are exempted from wearing the Abayah and the head scarf

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School Uniform

CLASSES	BOYS	GIRLS
L.K.G to U.K.G	Pant: Navy Blue Shirt: Light Blue Pin Striped (Full Sleeved) Shoes: Black Shoes With Lace Socks: Black For P.E.T Class(Iv & Above) - Navy Blue Canvas With Black Socks	Frock: Navy Blue & Blue Pin - Striped Frock Scarf: Navy Blue Shoes: Black Shoes With Buckle Socks: Black
I to V	Pant: Navy Blue Shirt: Light Blue Pin Striped (Full Sleeved) Shoes: Black Shoes With Lace Socks: Black For P.E.T Class(Iv & Above) - Navy Blue Canvas With Black Socks	Salwar: Navy Blue Kameez: Light Blue Pin - Striped (Full Sleeved) Scarf: Navy Blue Shoes: Black Shoes With Buckle Socks: Black
VI To X	Pant: Navy Blue Shirt: Light Blue Pin Striped (Full Sleeved) Shoes: Black Shoes With Lace Socks: Black For P.E.T Class(Iv & Above) - Navy Blue Canvas With Black Socks	Navy Blue Abaya Salwar: Navy Blue Kameez: Light Blue Pin - Striped (Full Sleeved) Scarf: Navy Blue Shoes: Black Shoes With Buckle Socks: Black
Note: Boys Shirt Should Not Be Tucked In

C. Payment of fees

•  School Fee is payable for twelve calendar months of the year.
•  Fee should be paid on or before 10th of the month scheduled for term
•  Payment of fees can be made in the form of Cash/DD/Online.
•  Fee once paid will not be refunded.
•  Please preserve the fee receipt and to be produced for verification as and when required by school authorities
•  The parents can pay the school fee either annually or in four installments as per the Payment schedule given below.
• If the fee is not paid before the last date, the fee defaulters will be charged a penalty amount.

Term	Last date for payment
1st Installment	Term I on or before 30th May from the date of declaration of results
2nd Installment	Term II (20th Aug to 10th Sep)
3rd Installment	Term III (20th Nov. to 10th of Dec)
4th Installment	Term IV (20th Feb to 10th of Mar)

D. Rules for Leave, Absence & late arrival

•  Every Student should maintain 75% of attendance in a year. Any violation of this rule may disqualify a pupil from being promoted to the next class or being sent for public examinations.
•  Attendance on the re-opening day after any occasional, terminal and annual holidays is compulsory.
•  Application for leave of absence should be made by the parent or guardian of the student and addressed to the class teacher if it is not exceeding two days and to the Principal if it is for a longer period.
•  No pupil shall absent himself /herself without obtaining prior sanction of leave from the class teacher except in the cases of unforeseen circumstances. In such cases the application for leave shall be sent to the class teacher on the first day of their presence.
•  Attendance on working Saturday’s is compulsory.

Late arrival to school

• Coming late to School will not be entertained. Late-comers will be excused only for three times in a year with valid reasons. If late attendance exceeds for more than three days, they will be allowed to enter the Classroom after explaining the reasons to the principal.

Student responsibility

• Students are responsible for making up all work missed.
• If absent for two or more consecutive days for medical reasons or any other reason, the parent should meet the Principal in person, preferably with the medical certificate.

Health and Hygiene

• Students returning to school after suffering from an infectious or contagious disease are to produce a doctor's certificate permitting them to do so.
• Student suffering from the following diseases must observe the prescribed period of quarantine before returning to the class:

1. Chicken Pox - Until the scabs fall completely.
2. Cholera - Until the child recovers
3. Measles - Two weeks after the rash disappears
4. Mumps - Until the swelling has gone
5. Whooping Cough - Six Weeks
6. Viral Fever - 3-5 days

E. Withdrawal and Issue of T.C

• Withdrawal of students during the school academic year is not advised. However, parents willing to withdraw the student at the end of an academic year must submit an application for T.C in written format on or before 31st December.
• Parents who withdraw their TC requisition will have to pay the readmission fee and those who apply for TC after 1st of January will have to pay first term fee.
• No T.C will be issued unless all the arrears due to the school are paid in full.
• Duplicate copies of T.C will not be issued.

F. Discipline

The following activities are strictly forbidden in the school.

• Scribbling on the walls or damaging school property
• Use of regional language (Tamil / Hindi / Urdu / Malayalam etc.)
• Spitting in or near the school buildings
• Disfiguring or damaging any school property
• Use of chewing gums
• Speaking to the opposite gender
• Malpractices during examinations
• Violent and rude behavior
• Possession and usage of mobile phones and other such electronic devices. If seized it will be returned at the end of the academic year only.
• Skipping Salah
• Disrespecting teachers, office staff and helpers

In case of reported misconduct, the following steps will be taken by the school:

1. In the first instance of misconduct, the student will be counseled by the respective class teacher/Counselor/Principal
2. In the Second instance, student will be issued a disciplinary slip and the matter will be brought to the notice of the parents.
3. On the receipt of two disciplinary slips, the student will be suspended for a period of three days or expelled from the school depending on the nature of misconduct.

G. General Guidelines

• Education starts primarily at home and hence parents are expected to co-operate with the school concerning their child's integral growth.
• Parents should be good role models, enforce positive criticism, discourage watching Television, and encourage recitation of Qur'aan and performance of Salah.
• Parents are requested to respect the school's policy on child’s behaviour and disciplinary actions.
• Since the medium of instruction is English, conversing in English is mandatory for all students. This habit should be encouraged at home too by the way of conversation and newspaper reading.
• Parents are discouraged from bringing lunch to their wards in the afternoon.
• Report cards should only be signed by the parents/ guardian.
• Parents will not be allowed to meet/see their wards during school working hours as students are encouraged to be more responsible and independent.
• School does not encourage the celebration of the birthday. Hence wearing of color dress, Distribution of sweets for this reason is not entertained.
• Parents should compulsorily attend the parent-teacher meeting or any other seminars conducted by the school.
• The school wishes the parents to maintain a good rapport with the Principal and Staff and to be courteous when they visit the school.
• It would be appreciated, if parents could telephone the school on all routine matters during office hours.
• Parents can meet the Class teacher/Subject Teachers/Coordinator/ Vice principal/Principal only on permitted visiting hours and not during class hours.
• Support school officials in their efforts to develop and maintain a well disciplined school.
• Share the responsibility with the school for the betterment of the student’s conduct.
  Provide the following to support the academic programme of the school
• A nourishing breakfast to your child in the morning without fail.
• Ensure adequate lunch, snacks, drinking water, spoon’s and a napkin’s are provided.
• Well sharpened pencils, pens, covered note books and books.
• Iron the uniforms on daily basis
• Avoid outings during the term to ensure regular attendance at school.
• Ensure a good night’s sleep by avoiding TV viewing by your child.
• Discuss with your children regarding their studies.
• Talk to the children about events that happen in the country and around the world and take children out to places of interest.
• Forbid your child from wearing costly jewellery or expensive watches or colourful bands or clips to school.
• The School will take no responsibility for any loss or damage to the above mentioned and other relevant private property.
• All policies of the school have been framed in the interest of the student; hence they should be practiced without infringement, failure of which may be considered as a serious breach of promise
• Breaching of rules will invite stern disciplinary action as determined by the school authorities.

H. School Policies

UNITY MATRICULATION SCHOOL provides an Islamic atmosphere where learning is a pleasure for every child. It has implemented the following policies to maintain a happy school for all students. They are

• Admission Policy
• Discipline policy
• Child protection policy
• Bullying policy, Complaints procedure and Procedures for punishment.

Admission Policy

• Admissions are open in Classes LKG and IX. However, it depends on the availability of vacancies in every class.
• Admission to the school is open to all boys and girls irrespective of caste, race, creed, colour community, background or physical disability based on the entrance examination and interview.
• Registrations for admission are usually made in the month of January every year. Admissions are confirmed subject to the rules and regulations of the Matriculation Board of Government of Tamilnadu.
• Children completed 3Yrs on 30th June are eligible for L.K.G admission.
• Children with physical, but not mental disability may be admitted. A balance of boys / girls will be maintained.
• The medium of instruction will be English and great care is taken to develop fluency and accuracy in the language.

Discipline Policy

• Teachers play an active role as guides and mentors. They motivate, praise, and acknowledge good student behaviour in maintaining a happy school environment. Students are expected to act in a courteous, responsible manner at all times.
• Coming late to school or class is considered a serious offence. Every student is expected to complete the works/assignments given by teachers on time. Damage done to the buildings, furniture, library books, sports equipment etc., must be compensated for by the person responsible for causing the damage.
• The school authorities reserve the right to take the appropriate disciplinary action including dismissal / suspension against the student whose conduct is detrimental to the moral tone, discipline and educative atmosphere of the school.

Child Protection Policy
Action by children:

• Any child who believes he or she is being physically or sexually abused by anyone should immediately tell someone about it.
• They should tell their: Mother / Father / a school friend Or The Class teacher / Principal / CEO

Policy in the event of bullying

UNITY MATRICULATION SCHOOL is known to be a happy caring school and so any cases of bullying will be viewed very seriously. Bullying includes any form of behaviour that causes physical or mental pain to another student. It may be expressed in the form of verbal abuse, using bad words, referring to ones background disrespectfully, making fun of other’s appearance and impairments, pinching, pushing, pulling, hitting, breaking and damaging other’s personal possessions.

Complaints procedure

There is a proper procedure for any complaint. The child should first speak to his or her class teacher or the respective Vice Principal. Children may also have an access to the Principal/Academic Coordinator if they wish to make a formal complaint.

Procedures for Disciplining

If a student commits any mistake even if it is a minor form of bullying, the class teacher can make the particular student stand at the back of the class for the entire period. If the same is repeated the matter should be informed to the parent through student’s hand book and brought to the notice of the respective Vice Principal. A case will be registered in the punishment register.

If it occurs again, it will be informed to the principal who will either warn or counsel the student appropriately and issue Blue card in the presence of the parent. If the mistake/incident is repeated further, the parent is informed of the matter through the dispatch of a red card and the same is recorded in the punishment register. From that day onwards the principal is empowered to suspend or dismiss the student.