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Lonavala
Mission
The Cathedral Vidya School, Lonavala, aims to create articulate, compassionate and
rational individuals, proudly Indian in essence, humanistic and universal in outlook.
An innovative programme, delivered by caring educators, addresses the needs of the
times and guides the children towards academic and human excellence. The School
accords the highest priority to the realization of talent & potential at all levels of the
Faculty and Administration so that the young shall never be denied the finest, the
latest, and the most meaningful in the realm of knowledge and life.
The Academic Programme
Keeping in mind the increasing reach and importance of globalisation, The Cathedral
Vidya School, Lonavala, will offers the prestigious Geneva-based International
Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Classes 11 & 12 from August 2009. This
programme is known for its high standards and emphasis on critical thinking, inter-
cultural understanding and exposure to a variety of points of view. It has a
reputation for vigorous assessment, equipping students with the skills and attitudes
necessary for success in higher education and employment.
The various academic programmes are delivered in spacious, bright and well-
ventilated classrooms. The class size has been restricted to 25 students. A separate
Laboratory Block houses the Physics, Chemistry and Biology Laboratories which
enliven and augment the School’s Science education programme. The laboratories
conform to international standards. The IBDP requires considerable internet-based
research and digitalisation of all scholastic work. Consequently, the IB students will
have exclusive access to their own IB Resource Centre located in the Central Library
mezzanine. Additionally, two well-equipped Computer Laboratories address the
needs of Information Technology and Computer Education.
The School accords high priority to its Library as a major learning resource. The
Library has a stock of 10,000 books covering a wide range of disciplines and genres.
This ample facility also includes a Teacher Resource Centre which members of the
Faculty use for research, production of pedagogical material, and for accessing
knowledge domains vital for serving children’s learning needs.
Regular study tours and excursions are organized to sensitize children to the richness
of our historical, cultural and natural heritage. Trekking and nature camps are
cherished activities which not only expose children to the excitement of adventure,
but also build stamina, courage and character.
The School has separate residences for girls and boys. Grouped class-wise, the
children sleep four to a comfortable bedroom with an attached study. Every floor has
accommodation for married House Parents, recreation areas with TV, music system,
and indoor games.
The children have their meals in the bright and cheerful Central Dining Hall. All
meals are supervised by the teacher-on-duty and the House Parents. The School’s
modern kitchen prepares nutritious and appetizing meals under the supervision of
an experienced caterer.
A strong House System, comprising the four Houses of Palmer, Savage, Barham,
and Wilson fosters a sense of solidarity, co-operation, sporting spirit and healthy
competition. The Houses are looked after by House Masters, House Mistresses and
House Prefects.
The success of the residential school system of education depends, to a large extent,
on the quality of pastoral care extended to the students. While academics,
developmental activities, and games & sports address a child’s intellectual, cognitive
and physical development, pastoral care focuses on the emotional, spiritual, physical
and psychological well-being of the children. To achieve this, the Head of Pastoral
Care leads a team of House Tutors who are responsible for looking after the non-
curricular aspects of their tutees’ lives. All the members of the academic staff are
attached as tutors to the Houses. They help identify, broaden and develop their
tutees’ talents and interests, and give advice about choices and decisions. In addition,
pastoral care givers are an important source of reassurance and guidance for those
children who, for whatever reason, are finding life difficult.
The School believes that the ability to assume and effectively discharge responsibility
is an essential life skill, the foundation for which is best laid at a young age. Thus, the
School grooms children in leadership roles at several stages of their development.
One such role is that of a Prefect. Members of the Prefectorial Council contribute to
the organization of day-to-day life and to the care of all the students. They help the
new-comers settle in, provide support, and act as mentors for the young students.
They discover that with seniority comes the responsibility of leading in the right way
and upholding the honour of the School.
The students also have their own democratic forum called the Students’ Council
which meets every month to discuss day-to-day issues directly affecting them. The
Council, whose members are democratically elected by their class and dormitory
mates, acts as a link between the School administration and the student body in
addition to giving children a first-hand experience of democratic processes and
procedures. The School encourages, through various forums, the development of
self-discipline, self-control, social awareness, positive thinking, and responsibility
towards the environment, community and nation - qualities without which
leadership cannot be effective.
While Value Education cuts across all curricular areas, specific classes in Personal &
Social Education and Life Skills address issues concerning teenagers and boarding
school life.
The students are also expected to follow the School’s Code of Conduct which
involves the practice of unimpeachable behaviour, showing courtesy, respect and
thoughtfulness to everyone in and out of the School community, and a commitment
to excellence in everything they do. Personal grooming, impeccable turnout, personal
hygiene and cleanliness are also important features.
Other Information
The School follows the Weekly boarding system whereby students from nearby
locations are allowed to spend the weekend at home every week. As such, parents
can collect their children from School on Friday evening and bring them back by
Sunday evening. However, children spend an uninterrupted month at School at the
beginning of the new term so as to get used to boarding school life.
On select weekends when children are in School, treks, picnics and outings are
arranged for them.
Admissions:
The admission process is designed to enrol students with adequate academic ability
and sound character. Entrance at all levels is conditional on the availability of seats,
performance at the assessments, and interviews and track record.