Parent Handbook

1. Welcome

Greenfield International School is a co-educational CBSE school on a 4.65-acre campus at Varapalayam, Dharapuram. We offer day boarding and residential options and aim to provide world-class education at an affordable cost — with strong English, academics, sports, and values.

2. Contacts & emergencies

Campus: No. 157, Kovai Road, Varapalayam, Kullaipalayam Post, Dharapuram, Tamil Nadu — 638 657

Day-to-day queries

• Class matters, homework, leave: Class teacher (in advance where possible)
• Fees, transport routes, documents: Administrative Office
• Serious concerns or escalations: Principal

3. School hours

Students should arrive in time for a calm start to the day. Late arrivals disrupt learning for everyone.

4. Attendance & leave

Regular attendance is essential for learning, friendships, and exam readiness. Please plan family travel around the school calendar whenever possible.

How to apply for leave

• Planned leave (family function, travel, non-urgent reasons): Call the class teacher well ahead of time and follow any written note or diary process the teacher requests.
• Medical leave (illness or medical appointment): Inform the class teacher as soon as possible. A medical certificate may be requested for longer absences.

5. Campus visits

We welcome partnership with parents — and we also protect uninterrupted teaching time and student safety.

• Report to reception / office when you arrive on campus.
• Wear or display any visitor pass issued by the school.
• Meeting times are preferably outside peak teaching periods, unless the school suggests otherwise.

6. Bus & transport safety

GFIS offers door-to-door pick-up and drop for students who use the school bus. Safety on the road is a shared responsibility of the school, drivers, attendants, students, and parents.

For students

• Be ready at the stop a few minutes early; buses cannot wait long without delaying others.
• Board and alight only at the assigned stop, under adult supervision where provided.
• Remain seated; do not stand in the aisle or lean out of windows.
• Wear the seat belt if fitted; keep bags clear of the aisle.
• Speak politely; no fighting, bullying, or throwing objects inside the bus.
• Do not distract the driver.
• Follow instructions of the driver and bus attendant at all times.
• Do not board any vehicle other than the assigned school bus without written parental permission shared with the school.

For parents / guardians

• Ensure a responsible adult is present at pickup/drop for younger children.
• Inform the class teacher / transport office in advance if your child will not use the bus on a given day, or if the drop point temporarily changes (subject to school approval).
• Do not stop or block the bus for last-minute conversations with the driver on the route.
• Share updated phone numbers so the school can reach you quickly.
• Report safety concerns (speeding, rough behaviour, overcrowding) promptly to the Administrative Office.
• Private drop-off: use designated zones; drive slowly near campus; do not double-park at the gate.

General transport rules

• Food that is messy or unsafe on a moving bus should be avoided; water is preferred.
• Lost items should be reported to the attendant or office; the school is not responsible for valuables left on the bus.
• Repeated unsafe behaviour on the bus may lead to temporary suspension of bus privilege after parent communication.

7. Safety & wellbeing

• Campus entry and exit are monitored; visitors should use the main reception process.
• Students should not leave campus during school hours without authorisation.
• Mobile phones and gadgets: follow the school’s device policy for your child’s grade (ask the class teacher if unsure).
• Share medical conditions, allergies, and emergency medicines information with the office and class teacher in writing.
• Healthy snacks are provided; lunch is available for those who opt in — encourage balanced eating habits at home too.

For counselling and senior-school guidance, the school offers career counselling for Grades 9–12. Speak to the class teacher or office if your child needs extra academic or emotional support.

8. Academics & learning

• Curriculum: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
• Medium: English, with Tamil and Hindi as language options.
• Class size: Typically about 22–25 students.
• Support: Remedial attention is provided for students who need extra help in subjects.
• Co-curricular: Sports, yoga, karate, arts, clubs; robotics / AI / Python pathways for Grade 5 and above as offered.
• Competitive foundations: NEET and JEE foundational coaching is compulsory from Grade 6 upwards (as per school programme).

More detail is available on our Academics, Enrichment, and Learning Hub pages.

9. Fees & payments

GFIS aims to keep quality education affordable. The detailed fee structure is shared by the Administrative Office at admission and as updated each year.

• Pay fees on time through the official online portal when available: Pay School Fees.
• Keep receipts / digital confirmations for your records.
• Fee-related questions: contact the Administrative Office.

10. Home–school partnership

Children thrive when expectations at home and school are aligned. We ask parents to:

• Check diaries / school messages regularly and respond when action is needed.
• Ensure homework, reading, and rest — especially on school nights.
• Speak respectfully about teachers and classmates in front of children.
• Raise concerns early and calmly with the right person (teacher → office → Principal).
• Celebrate effort and integrity as much as marks and medals.

11. More help

• Frequently Asked Questions
• Admissions · Online application
• Facilities · Gallery
• Contact Us
• Privacy Policy

This handbook summarises key expectations for families. The school may update procedures from time to time; where a circular or office instruction is more recent, please follow that guidance. For printable use, open this page and use your browser’s Print function.