Bluebells School
Bluebells School International is a secondary school in Kailash, New Delhi, India, under the leadership of Mrs Suman Kumar (principal) and Mrs G. Soni (founding principal and current manager). The school was established in 1957.[1]
Philosophy
The school motto is One planet, the Earth; One family, Mankind.[2] Activities in support of this philosophy have included commemoration of Hiroshima Day jointly with Japanese students,[3] participation in a campaign against communal violence in Gujarat[4] and organizing sporting events against embassy schools.[2] In contrast to many private schools in Delhi, Bluebell School accepts blind students.[5]
Facilities
Libraries
The school has libraries for the Primary, Middle and Senior sections. The school subscribes to 100 periodicals and newspapers. Literary activities like Quiz, Story Telling, Book Reviews and Creative Expressions are encouraged. Senior Library has a research centre.
Laboratories
There are laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Home Science.
Auditorium
The auditorium can seat 400 people. Its multi purpose usage is Assembly Functions, Lesson Enrichment and a Lecture Room.
A.V. Room
The audio-visual room has OHP, slide projector and screens. It has a collection of educational CDs and DVDs.
School Clinic
The school is sufficiently well equipped to face any kind of medical emergency. There is a sick room attended by a full time experienced nurse. In addition the school also organizes regular health check ups for the students every term. The school keeps a detailed record of the medical history of each student and appropriate medical care is provided as and when required.
Teachers Resource Center
In-service training of staff members keeps them updated with the latest teaching methods. Workshops both for students and teachers are conducted here.
The Multimedia Centre
Art work, photography, and documentaries are produced in the school.
Computer laboratories
There are three computer labs. Students from class I on wards use these for learning and for fun. They have 24-hour internet connectivity primarily for students for referencing or for external help or use.
Science Park
This was inaugurated by Bharat Ratna and former president Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam in 2002. It helps students know concepts of science better with small yet useful ready-made experiments.
Dance Halls
The school has two halls for Indian and Western dance.
Art Gallery
Exhibitions on socially important issues are held here.
Canteen
Snacks and hot and cold beverages are available.
The Book Shop
School text books, note books and stationary items are provided by the Book Shop.
The Tailor Shop
The tailor shop takes care of the uniforms and other school equipment.
Language Laboratory
The Language Laboratory has provision to seat 40 students. Classes are conducted in French, Japanese, Russian, Spanish, Chinese and German.
References
- ↑ "Bluebells School". The Hindu. 2007-11-02. Retrieved 2008-03-05.
- 1 2 "One world, one family. Living up to its motto, it has offered many exchange programs including the Olinca School, and Gymnasium Fuderelbe(Germany)including many others.". The Hindu. 2005-03-18. Retrieved 2008-03-05.
- ↑ "Bluebells School". The Hindu. 2005-09-02. Retrieved 2008-03-05.
- ↑ "Schools hold marches for Gujarat victims". The Times of India. 2002-04-30. Retrieved 2008-03-05.
- ↑ "Unsung Heroes: JYOTI MAGGU". Tehelka. 2005-02-12. Retrieved 2008-03-05.
Bluebells School International has international exchange programs with France, Mexico, Japan,