ADMISSION POLICY

The admissions process at The Olive Public School is guided by a clearly defined Admissions Policy, which is reviewed periodically to meet changing educational and global requirements.

The Admissions Policy approved by the Academic Board in May 2011 governs all admissions for the current academic year.

The main components of the Admissions Policy for the current academic year are outlined below:

ADMISSION IS BASED ON:

a. First-Come, First-Served Basis:

Admissions are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to the priorities listed below.

b. Suitability of the Applicant:

Applicants should demonstrate their ability to complement the character of the school’s student community and benefit from the education provided by The Olive Public School.

This is evaluated through an assessment process that may include:

• Written evaluations
• Face-to-face interviews
• Academic reports and other relevant records from the previous school (where applicable), depending on the year group and programme applied for.

ADMISSION PRIORITIZATION

1. Partnerships (Presently Not Applicable):

The school welcomes partnerships with corporate organizations and other entities, provided they are in the best interests of the school and are consistent with the Indian legal and regulatory environment, as well as the school’s aims, values, and mission.

Such partnerships may result in priority admission being offered to the children of employees of partner organizations. However, all students must follow the regular school admission policy and criteria. Admission will depend on the availability of seats in the respective class.

2. Siblings:
Preference is given to siblings of students already enrolled in the school. In keeping with our commitment to supporting families within one school community, siblings of existing students receive priority within their respective admission category.

3. Alumni:
Preference is also given to children of alumni. Applications from children of alumni will be given priority over other applicants within the same category, but will remain below siblings in the order of preference.

4. Children of Teaching Staff:

Children of teaching staff may be granted admission provided the school is able to meet their educational needs and all admission criteria are fully satisfied.

This policy supports the recruitment and retention of suitably qualified and experienced staff. Such admissions must be approved by the Principal and the Director of Human Resources prior to the signing of the employment contract.

5. Principal’s Discretion on Compassionate Grounds:

In exceptional circumstances, where a family is experiencing serious personal hardship such as bereavement or severe illness within the immediate family, the Director, in consultation with the teaching staff, may consider granting admission to a student.

The student concerned must still meet the academic admission requirements. The Board will be informed of such admissions.

6. Special Needs:
As part of its commitment to inclusive education, the school does not restrict admission for physically challenged students. However, the school requires that students are able to move around the campus independently, as mobility is necessary for full access to the curriculum and school facilities.