Ensuring Safety and Security: CBSE Guidelines for Schools

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School Safety & Security

After few  incidents in a private schools, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) issued a notice to all its affiliated schools enlisting new safety guidelines to ensure a child’s safety and security in school premises.

Notification released on 12 September 2017 by the CBSE keeping students safe within schools would “solely lie upon the school authorities”. The guidelines came amid increased concerns about the safety of students in school premises following the gruesome incidents.

“As the children are spending most of their time in school, the concern of parents about the safety of school children is increasing every other day regarding their physical safety, mental & emotional health or child abuse owing to increasing incidents involving safety and well-being of school children. The onus for safety and security of children in school campus shall solely lie upon the school authorities. It is a fundamental right of a child to engage and study in an environment where he/she feels safe and is free from any form of physical or emotional abuse or harassment,” the CBSE directive stated.

The CBSE circular, published on the official website, stated that the CBSE-affiliated schools will have to comply with the new guidelines within two months from the release of notification.

The new safety guidelines issued are as follows:

1) Schools should strive to promote a better understanding amongst their teachers and staff on the laws protecting the safety, security and interests of the students and device means to take immediate remedial and punitive action against such violations. The staff members should also be educated to recognize their protective obligation towards students and to ensure safety and well-being of children in schools.

2) Schools will need to get the security /safety audit done on their premises and personnel from their respective local police station within the next two months.

3) Install CCTV Cameras at all vulnerable areas/point in the School premises and ensure they are functional at all times.

4) Police Verification and Psychometric evaluation must be conducted for all staff employees, emphasizing this be done meticulously for non-teaching staff as well like bus conductors, drivers, peon, and other support staff.

5) Ensure that supporting staff is employed only from authorized agencies and proper records are maintained.

6) Constitute parent-teacher-students committee to address the safety and security needs of the students and to take regular feedback from parents in this regard.

7) Closely monitor access to school buildings by outsiders and visitors.

8) Provide training and development for staff to address their responsibilities to protect children from any form of abuse.

9) The schools shall constitute separate committees for redressal of public, staff, parents, students grievances, Internal Complaints committee on sexual harassment and committees under POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offence) Act, 2012 and details of the these committees along with contact details shall be displayed prominently on School Notice Board and conspicuously on the school website for information of all stakeholders.

Making the safety guidelines mandatory for all its affiliated schools, the notification also said, “Any violation or lapses with regard to safety and well-being of children in school campus would invite appropriate action including the disaffiliation of the school as per the provisions under affiliation bye-laws of the board.”

CBSE CIRCULAR LINK:

https://cbse.nic.in/newsite/circulars/2017/Circular%20Safety%20in%20School%2012.09.2017.pdf

सीबीएसई मान्यता : जरुरी बातें 

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सी.बी.एस.ई मान्यता के लिए स्कूल संचालक को भवन निर्माण से पहले ही इसकी रूप रेखा निर्धारित कर लेना चाहिए |  भवन हेतु सीबीएसई नेशनल बिल्डिंग कोड के अंतर्गत शिक्षण संस्थान के अनुकूल होना चाहिए | 
 
सीबीएसई की मान्यता स्कूल खुलने से पहले नहीं मिलती (ये सवाल अक्सर पूछा जाता है ), एक सीबीएसई विद्यालय होने  का क्रम कैसे होगा :-
 
१. ज़मीन का निर्धारण (सीबीएसई के अनुसार शहर अनुरूप ज़मीन का  आकार )
 
२. नॉट फॉर प्रॉफिट सोसाइटी या ट्रस्ट या कंपनी का रजिस्ट्रेशन 
 
३. भवन का डिज़ाइन और निर्माण (सीबीएसई के अनुसार जरुरी प्रावधान )
 
४. राज्य शासन की मान्यता 
 
५.  राज्य शासन से अनापत्ति प्रमाण पत्र (सीबीएसई हेतु मंत्रालय से)
 
६. शिक्षको की भर्ती (भर्ती नियम , योग्यता, सैलरी आदि नियमानुसार )
 
७. कर्मचारी भविष्य निधि आदि का प्रावधान 
 
८. अन्य बहुत से प्रशासनिक विभागों से सर्टिफिकेट – अग्नि शमन विभाग, जल विभग, लोक निर्माण विभाग, आदि 
 
९. अन्य आवश्यक कागजात 
 
 
प्रत्येक वर्ष सी.बी.एस.ई. की मान्यता हेतु जनवरी से मार्च तक सीबीएसई की वेबसाइट पर लिंक खुला होता है और आवेदन ऑनलाइन ही जमा किये जाते हैं , आवेदन करने से पूर्व कुछ जरुरी तैयारी करना होता है एवं अनुभवी व्यक्ति को ही आवेदन फॉर्म भरना चाहिए | 
 
 
 
 
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How to start your own CBSE School: A Short Guide

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Primary Research Work

Starting your own CBSE School doesn’t have to be an overwhelming or complicated process. In fact, getting started with your own CBSE School can actually be pretty straightforward and simple, especially if you have all of the right information, support and guidance behind you. With all of the red tape involved with starting any type of school (particularly an educational one), this can seem like a daunting task, but with this complete guide on how to start your own CBSE School you’ll be well on your way to opening up your very own school in no time at all!

Before you even begin planning to start a CBSE school, it is important that you do your research. Start by researching the concept of the school and what it is that you want to achieve. This will help you create a budget plan and ensure that your school meets all the requirements needed to become a certified CBSE school.
 
Create a Business Plan
Once you know the expenses involved in setting up a CBSE school, you need to create a comprehensive business plan. A good business plan should outline your proposed activities, mission statement, target market, potential sources of revenue, goals, and objectives. Additionally, your business plan should include a detailed financial analysis including start-up and operating costs, expected profits and losses, cash flow projections, and an overall budget plan.
When writing your business plan, make sure to be realistic and honest about the capabilities and financial resources of your school. If there are any areas where additional funding may be needed, clearly state how it will be used and how it will benefit the school in the long run. Additionally, you should also mention any strategies that will be implemented to ensure that the CBSE curriculum is maintained at the highest possible standard.
Finally, make sure to include a detailed marketing plan in your business plan. This should include information about potential markets that you can tap into and details on any promotional activities or campaigns that you intend to launch. By taking the time to craft an effective business plan, you can ensure that your CBSE school has a solid foundation and is well-prepared for success.
 
Permits and State Affiliations
 
Starting a CBSE school requires you to obtain the necessary licenses and permits. Before beginning your journey, it is important to know the rules and regulations of school establishment.
First, you will need to determine the location of the school and make sure that the land rules of that particular area allow for setting up a school. You will also need to get permission from the local government to use the land for a school. It is also important to get a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the relevant departments.
You will then need to apply for the NOC from the District Education Officer, the Local Bodies, Fire Department, Police Department, Revenue Department, and Public Health Engineering Department. You should also obtain an NOC from the Pollution Control Board.
Once you have obtained all these documents, you will be able to start the process of setting up your school. Make sure that you meet all the requirements for setting up a CBSE school so that you can ensure quality education for your students.
 
Site Selection for School Building
Choosing a location for your CBSE school is an important decision that will have long-term implications. When selecting a spot, you should take into account factors such as land feasibility, land size, and child safety.
 
Hiring Qualified Staff
When starting your own CBSE school, one of the most important elements is to ensure that you hire qualified staff. According to CBSE norms, it is mandatory for all teaching staff to have a Bachelor’s degree and Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) qualification. This ensures that the teacher is well-versed with the topics they will be teaching, and they can competently teach the students.
In addition to these qualifications, you should also look for other skills in the staff members. Good communication skills, problem solving capabilities, organizational abilities and an ability to motivate students are all important qualities that your staff should possess. Your staff should also demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm for their job.
Having quality staff on board is essential to running a successful CBSE school. You should take the time to properly vet each applicant and get references from past employers or universities before making a final decision. You should also provide ongoing training and support to ensure that your staff are able to keep up with the latest methods of teaching and remain up to date with the changing syllabus.
 
Market Your School
Creating a successful CBSE school requires more than just a sound curriculum and excellent facilities. You also need to market your school in order to stand out from the competition and ensure that students and parents are aware of its unique selling points (USPs).
The key to effective school branding is to identify your USPs and then use them to create an engaging and memorable brand identity. You should take the time to evaluate what makes your school different from others in your area, such as a focus on STEM education or a specific language program. Once you have identified your USPs, you can create promotional materials that highlight them.
Another important aspect of branding is to create a professional logo for your school. Your logo will be the face of your school, appearing on all marketing materials and in places like the school website, stationary, and uniforms. Choose a logo design that conveys the values and mission of your school, and make sure it is eye-catching and recognizable.
You should also consider ways to incorporate your USPs into the overall experience of attending your school. For example, if you are promoting a focus on STEM education, you could create after-school clubs or activities that encourage students to explore their interests in technology and science. This helps to demonstrate your commitment to the subject and can give prospective students and parents a more tangible sense of what makes your school special.
Finally, don’t forget to use traditional marketing techniques to promote your school. This could include newspaper advertisements, posters, billboards, or radio spots. You can also leverage digital media channels such as social media and email marketing to spread the word about your school. By creating a consistent message across all platforms, you can ensure that parents and students remember your school and its USPs when making their decisions.
By properly leveraging your USPs, you can create an effective brand for your CBSE school that will help it stand out from the competition. Investing in good branding now will pay dividends for years to come as you build a successful school with satisfied students and parents.
 
Apply for CBSE Affiliation
After getting school permission from State Board school has to apply for CBSE/IB or IGCSE. The process will depends on board and the rules. All board timeline will be different to process but mostly the primary steps and rules are common. The school has to apply to the board for affiliation and then the board will appoint inspection teams for inspection. The board will inspect school infrastructure, staff, teaching methods and curriculum etc. After inspection team approves the school board will grant permission for affiliation. CBSE/IB or IGCSE will also provide study material, CBSE/IB or IGCSE certified teachers and teacher training to the school. Finally, the board will issue an Affiliation Number to the school which will be used for all future activities.
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Digital Signatures for CBSE Affiliation

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How to get Digital Signatures for CBSE Affiliation?

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Now CBSE has introduced first time SARAS and  schools have been asked to submit their application authenticating with the Digital Signatures.  So now every school has to get the  Digital Certificate (Signature).

CBSE, SARAS website is require Digital Signature in the form of .PFX or .P12 file

What is Digital Signature? and the types of signature e.g. .pfx/.p12 files.

What is a DIGITAL SIGNATURE (DSC)
Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) are the digital equivalent (that is electronic format) of physical or paper certificates. Few Examples of physical certificates are drivers’ licenses, passports or membership cards. Certificates serve as proof of identity of an individual for a certain purpose; for example, a driver’s license identifies someone who can legally drive in a particular country. Likewise, a digital certificate can be presented electronically to prove one’s identity, to access information or services on the Internet or to sign certain documents digitally.

How does one get DSC (Digital Certificates)
• Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) Applicants can directly approach Certifying Authorities (CAs) with original supporting documents, and self-attested copies will be sufficient in this case
• DSCs can also be obtained, wherever offered by CA, using Aadhar eKYC based authentication, and supporting documents are not required in this case
• A letter/certificate issued by a Bank containing the DSC applicant’s information as retained in the Bank database can be accepted. Such letter/certificate should be certified by the Bank Manager.

Which are the  Certifying Authorities for DSC?
There are certain entities who have been granted licences to issue Digital Certificates. e.g. National Informatics Center (NIC), IDRBT Certifying Authority, SafeScrypt CA Services, E-MUDHRA,
CDAC, NSDL, etc. School  can go their websites and explore the details.

Why School will need DSC ?
CBSE has already issued a CIRCULAR regarding  Principal can now approve of the LOC (List of Candidates) for Secondary and Higher Secondary Exams through the DSC. This is a mandatory rules from now onwards.

Links for more information of DSC :

https://www.certificate.digital/mca-roc/

https://www.mca.gov.in/MinistryV2/registerdsc.html

https://www.mca.gov.in/MinistryV2/digitalsignaturecertificate.html

https://www.mca.gov.in/MinistryV2/acquiredsc.html

https://www.e-mudhra.com/mca-roc.htm

यदि आप स्कूल शिक्षा क्षेत्र से संबंधित कोई भी सवाल पूछना चाहते हैं तो निःसंकोच इस पेज में नीचे कमेंट सेक्शन वाले बॉक्स में अपना सवाल कर सकते हैं। स्कूल सपोर्ट आपकी समस्या के समाधान हेतु यथासंभव पूरी कोशिश करेगा।

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CBSE Re-engineered Affiliation Process

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CBSE Re-engineered Affiliation Process

CBSE has Re-engineered the Affiliation Process in January 2021. Now you may have below questions:

  1. What are the changes in CBSE rules from Jan 2021?
  2. How new CBSE affiliation process will work ?
  3. Is it easy or hard now to get CBSE Affiliation?

If you have all above questions in your mind, I will say not to worry.  CSBE has made things easier and faster now. I am putting few points in simple words here.

There are very few additions in rules and the process is made faster for schools to get affiliation. Below are points made by CBSE in new Re-engineered Affiliation Process.

  1. The entire Affiliation Process will complete in 4 Months.
  2. AI and Machine Driver process will do Automatic Approval for Affiliation.
  3. Provision of Virtual Inspection.
  4. Technology Driven
  5. Transparent Process.

So now this is clear that CBSE is more concern about delay in process of affiliation and now this is made faster with new process change. 

CHECK POINTS YOU MUST KNOW!
Check 1 : Obtain Digital Signatures for using the Affiliation System.
Check 2 : Schools must keep the OASIS data base updated. This will be a credible source of information of sch ools. All schools must mandatorily disclose information on their websites as per the section 3.4 of this Handbook.
Check 3 : The following 6 documents must be possessed by a school at the time of applying for application for any of the groups given above:
1. No Objection Certificate to the effect that State Government has no objection to the affiliation of the School with CBSE . Not required for the schools already affiliated
2. Recognition Certificate from concerned State Education Department as per extant rules and provisions contained in RTE Act 2009.
3. Land Certificate as per the Appendix X of the Affiliation Byelaws : The Competent Authority t o issue the land certificate is DM/ ADM/ SDM /Tehsildar/Naib Tehsildar/ Registrar/ Sub Registrar or any other equivalent authority competent to issue such certificate.
4. Fire Safety Certificate to be issued by the Fire Safety Department of the State Govt./ Competent Govt. Authority such as Municipal Corporation etc. as per prescribed norms with validity (validity as on
date of final submission of application).
5. Building Safety Certificate To be i ssued by competent government authority or the empanelled engineers authorised to issue such certificates by the appropriate Government. For e.g. Empanelled engineer by Municipal Corporations /Development Authorities/ Road s/ Building Department etc.
6. Certificate of Registration of Society/Trust/Company running the school.
Check 4 : The affiliation application form will have KYC , Part A and Part B . KYC is the pre registration of school.
Part A of the form will ask the mandatory requirement details. Part B will ask the other details. Only those school s that fulfill the mandatory requirements will be able to apply.

For more details visit CBSE website : http://cbseaff.nic.in/cbse_aff/welcome.aspx

 

 

 

Can someone run the same school in two different locations?

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We get many question by School Promoters,  regarding school name change, school location, school legal establishment rules and other legal query. This was also same question repeated number of times, so sharing with you the reply as per my experience and understanding. 

Technically No, because to run a school any State or Central Govt gives permission to the ‘premises or land’ in which is run by authorized and registered society.

  1. So permission are given to  ‘Address, at Land, Building and Facilities’ shown in permission application. 

    So on same permission we cannot run schools in two different places. 

2. School Name can be the same, but for both location we need to take different permissions.

SCHOOL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

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Rules of CBSE to form School Management Committee

Subject to relevant provision in the Education Act of the State/UT concerned, every affiliated school should have a scheme of management as per following clauses.

All the schools affiliated with the board shall have a School Management Committee as stipulated in RTE Act 2009, any other enactment or regulations framed by the State/Appropriate Government.

8.2. Composition of School Management Committee:

8.2.1. The management committee of a recognized aided school shall consist of not more than fifteen members; and the management committee of a private unaided school shall consist of not more than twenty one members;

However in case of senior secondary schools offering vocational subject additional member(s) (subject expert(s) as per subject offered may be appointed.

8.2.2. subject to provisions of clause 8.1 and the total number of members specified in clause 8.2.1, every management committee shall include the following namely:-

(a) The Head of the school. S/he will be a Member Secretary of the School Management Committee;

(b) Two parents of students studying in the school. One father and one mother of students specifically in co-educational schools.

(c) Two teachers of the schools;

(d) Two other persons (of whom one shall be women); who are, or have been, teachers of any other school or of any college, to be nominated by the Trust/Society/Company;

(e) Two members to be nominated by the Board;

(f) The remaining members to be nominated or elected as the case may be, in accordance with the rules and regulations of the society/trust/Company running the school.

(g) Members may be nominated as per the conditions, if any, laid down in the “No Objection Certificate”.

(h) At least fifty percent members should be women.

Provided further that the above provisions shall be implemented with immediate effect and the schools affiliated earlier and not complying with above provisions shall be required to take remedial measures with suitable qualified substitutes within a year of notification of these byelaws.

8.3. The term of the members of the Management Committee shall be three years. A member can be re-nominated for another term but a member cannot remain in office for more than two consecutive terms except ex-officio members and the members of the Trust/Society/Company.

8.4. Powers and Functions of the School Management Committee

Subject to overall control of the Society/Trust/ Company the duties, powers and responsibilities of the School Management Committee shall include but not limited to the following:

8.4.1. It shall supervise the activities of the school for its smooth functioning.

8.4.2. It will work according to the specific directions given by the Society/Trust/Company regarding admission policy. However, it shall ensure that admissions are made as per merit without discretion of gender, disability, religion, race, caste, creed and place of birth etc. strictly as per state policy.

8.4.3. It shall look into the welfare of the teachers and employees of the school.

8.4.4. It shall evolve both short-term and long-term plans for the improvement of the school.

8.4.5. It shall make appointment of teachers and non teaching staff.

8.4.6. It shall exercise financial powers beyond those delegated to the Principal within the budgetary provisions of the school.

8.4.7. It shall take stock of academic programmes and progress of the school without jeopardizing the academic freedom of Principal.

8.4.8. It shall guide the Principal in school management.

8.4.9. It shall ensure that the norms given in the Acts/Rules of the State/UT and of the CBSE regarding terms and conditions of service and other rules governing recognition/Affiliation of the school are strictly adhered to.

8.4.10. It shall ensure that no financial irregularity is committed and no irregular procedure with regard to admission/examinations is adopted.

8.4.11. It shall approve the rates of Fees and other charges subject to the conditions laid down in Chapter-7. (CBSE Byelaws)

8.4.12. It shall review the budget of the school presented by the Principal and forward the same to Society/Trust/Company for approval.

8.4.13. It shall ensure the safety and security of children and staff of the school and give directions for improvement.

8.4.14. It shall look in to grievances of the teachers and staff in connection with their service conditions and pay etc. and dispose such grievances in accordance with applicable rules.

8.4.15. The School Management Committee will meet at least twice in an academic session.

8.5. The provisions contained in Acts and Regulations of the Appropriate Government will prevail upon the provisions related to School Management Committee in these byelaws.

(Please keep checking CBSE and state Govt circulars for change of rules)

Source : http://cbseaff.nic.in/cbse_aff/attachment/onlineservices/affiliation-Bye-Laws.pdf