THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS
Chairman & Founder
& Founder
Dr. Santhamma Gopalkrishna Dean
Dr. Bindu Hari Vice-Chairperson & Director
Ms. Josheta Hari Associate Director
Mr. Hari Krishnan CEO
Dr. KP Gopalkrishna
OUR AIMS
We endeavour continually to improve the educational provision we deliver through:
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
With passionate teaching, our students will gain exceptional academic skills, be aspirational thinkers and have a thirst for lifelong learning They will develop a depth of knowledge and an independence of mind and spirit to allow them to become the best version of themselves
BREADTH OF OPPORTUNITY
Our students will have the opportunity to take risks and learn that failure is part of success, giving them the strength, resilience and confidence to achieve Opportunities to explore and persevere with passions and interests outside the classroom will broaden horizons and develop character and curiosity
GLOBAL COMMUNITY
Our students are instilled with a sense of humility and integrity. They are compassionate, open-minded, respectful people who act to make a positive impact on the lives of others and the wider world
CHARACTER
Our students combine tradition, morality and ethical values with forward thinking and a modern global outlook. They are reflective, creative and analytical, and consider their own learning and experiences while showing others empathy, compassion and respect.
BEYOND TISB
Our students will have the opportunity to fulfil their dreams by attending the world’s best universities and colleges. TISB will equip them with the tools, attributes and skills to be healthy, happy and successful global citizens who will create their own destiny.
TISB staff are role models for students and our appearance and demeanour give first, important impressions of the school to parents and the general public. Staff are expected to dress accordingly and maintain high standards of appearance at work and when on school business; the dress code is therefore formal and conservative Refer Staff Code of Conduct available in the staff portal
Guidelines for all staff members:
Hair should be well-groomed and neatly maintained.
Hair colour should be of natural tones (brown or black). Extreme hair colour such as green, purple, pink, blue, etc are strictly prohibited
Given TISB’s large campus, staff should wear comfortable and safe footwear that allows easy movement
Denim, corduroy, stonewashed trousers, collarless/collared T-shirts are not permitted.
Tattoos/skin decorations should be as far as possible concealed
Revealing attire (e.g., low-cut tops, vest tops, or transparent clothing) is not permitted.
Logos or wording on clothing should not be offensive
Guidelines for female staff:
The recommendation is to wear the Sari/salwar kameez or smart western clothing
Skirts and dress length should not exceed more than 2" above the knee
High heels are not recommended, and care should be taken when wearing open shoes
Spaghetti strap vests are not permitted
Guidelines for male staff:
Trousers, shirt, socks and shoes should be worn. Sandals are not permitted
Hair should be trimmed at the nape and above the collar
A tie is optional for daily wear but mandatory during formal events like Board meetings and Parent–Teacher Meetings
Sideburns and facial hair must be well-groomed; unkempt or unconventional styles are not permitted.
Trousers/pants should be fitted at the waist
Exception – Ethnic Wear on Culture Days:
Staff may wear ethnic or themed attire on the following occasions, after an email communication is received from an SLT member
Teachers’ Day – 5th September
Children’s Day – 14th November
Department Days (Hindi & MFL)
Staff are requested not to accept or solicit gifts of any kind from a parent, supplier or vendor’s representative. Contact the Principal for guidance when in doubt.
ACCIDENT REPORTING AND RECORDING
All staff must be aware of the reporting of injuries. Accidents involving students, staff or visitors should be reported to the reception and then to the Medical Centre. A form available in the staff portal should be completed for our records. Minor accidents/incidents requiring first aid should be recorded with treatment details
Accident Report Form
MEDICAL CENTER
TISB has a 24-hour emergency onsite Medical Center for students and staff.
A medical team is present to look after the students. If students require First Aid following a minor accident or injury, they should be taken to the Medical Center. Medical Staff must record the incident and inform parents when first aid is administered, giving a brief description of the events leading to the accident/injury
Medical Staff should adhere to the protocol of informing parents if their child sustains an injury at school
Staff should not use the Medical Centre as a pharmacy i e as a source of OTC medication The facilities of the Medical Centre can be used by both day and residential staff as long as the care of the students is not compromised. Moreover, the cost of any treatment or medication is paid for by the member of staff.
During holidays, when there are no students on campus there will be no Medical Centre cover for residential staff or families.
Medical Center Email: medicalcenter@tisb.ac.in
Medical Center contact Numbers: +91 80 67235900 Extn 212 & 218
BREAKFAST, LUNCH, SNACK AND DINNER
Off campus staff are provided with snacks and lunch in school. On-campus staff are provided with breakfast, snacks, lunch, and dinner.
Breakfast is served between 6:30am – 07:10am on weekdays and 08:00am – 09:30am on weekends. If there is Saturday school, then breakfast is served as per weekday timing Lunch is served between 11:50am – 12:30pm on weekdays
Weekend lunch is served between 12:30pm – 1:30pm Dinner is served between 7:30pm – 8:10pm.
STAFF ALLERGY
Staff who have known severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) must register the information with the Medical Staff at the Medical Centre Where required, adrenaline is kept in the Medical Centre as the Nurses are trained to administer them.
EXPAT staff FRRO registration and paperwork is handled by the HR Office
EXPAT staff annual travel and beginning and end of contract travel arrangements are handled by HR
SCHOOL BUS
SCHOOL BUS SAFETY AND CONDUCT PROTOCOLS FOR TEACHERS
Travelling on a school bus is a benefit and should not be assumed. However, it is expected that all staff travelling on buses remain on duty to supervise the students and to uphold the school rules.
The first teacher to board the school bus in the morning will be designated as the Teacher in Charge of that bus for the entire year
All staff must be at the bus stops on time; the driver or governess should not be phoned to request a bus to wait for them.
The bus governess will do all the administrative work, such as taking attendance and ensuring that all students wear seat belts However, the teacher in charge will make the any key decisions, will be the person to call the school to assistance and will be the point of contact if there are any problems..
If the Teacher in Charge is absent, the second teacher to board the bus in the morning will assume the role of Assistant Teacher in Charge 2 If there is only one teacher on a bus, automatically, that teacher will be the bus in charge
It is mandatory to take attendance in the morning as well as in the evening. Whilste the bus governess may be assigned to mark attendance, it is the responsibility of the Teacher in Charge to ensure that it is done correctly
Make sure the school bus starts from TISB campus only after all the students have safely boarded the bus. The bus can leave the campus only if all students are accounted for.
If a student is absent and no communication has been received from the parent or student, the bus must wait for 10 minutes and can only depart after 2:40 pm
Teachers and students must not pressure the bus driver to depart if a student has not yet boarded. The bus can start from the campus only if all students are present..
The bus can leave the campus only if all students are accounted for If a student is absent and no communication has been received from the parent or student, the bus must wait for 10 minutes and can only depart after 2:40 pm
Please do not keep your personal belongings on the adjacent seat, even if the seat is vacant. Please use the luggage rack or the floor
All staff must wear the seatbelts and be positive role models for the students
Staff must ensure that students, staff, SAM Tours staff and parents communicate in a polite manner, any rudeness must be reported immediately.
All the students should be seated on the bus, with seatbelt on and must maintain discipline & decorum Please be observant that no child should put his/her body part or head outside the window
Students oflower gradesshould take their seats nearer to the exit door to facilitate smoother movement.
In the case of any injury on the bus, first aid is to be given to the child by the teacher.If there is an emergency, please reach out to the operational manager, Mr Naveen or any of the SLT members Only authorised students/staff members should travel on the bus
The official email ID of the Teacher in Charge and the Assistant Teacher in Charge will be shared with parents for easy communication.
Make sure that the bus driver obeys all traffic rules Over speeding, using mobile phones or Any violation of traffic rules or negligent driving by the driver must be brought to the notice of the school authorities immediately.
Click here to see the updated bus routes. Please note that the routes are subject to change.
CAR PARKING FACILITY FOR STAFF ON AND OFF CAMPUS
Staff have an allocated car park in the parking area. All vehicles are parked at owners’ risk and the school is not liable for any damage caused to vehicles using this area On campus staff have a designated parking area and off campus staff are required to park in the main parking area near the big auditorium
STAFF SWIMMING SCHEDULE
PLAYGROUND, JUICE BREAK AND LUNCHTIME SUPERVISION
Staff must ensure the safety of students and must be vigilant when supervising in the playground or on the playing fields and staff should position themselves to allow for maximum supervision No children should be sent to or left in the playground unsupervised
GUIDELINES FOR PTC (PARENT TEACHER MEETINGS)
All teaching staff members should be available for PTCs when they are scheduled on a working Saturday each term One PTC per term is conducted for each grade Deputy Principals, Grade Coordinators, EE Coordinator and CAS Coordinator, PSHME Coordinator and Head of Houses - Boarding will be required to be present for all the PTCs.
THE ROLE OF THE FORM TUTOR
The Form Tutor/Class teacher is responsible for registration, checking the appearance and behaviour of the students under his/her care Daily checks are essential The emphasis should be on encouraging a sense of personal responsibility and ethical awareness among the students
PSHME lessons are also delivered by Form Tutors
SAT EXAMINATIONS IN TISB
TISB is a registered SAT Centre In order to run the assessment, and at various times we require staff members to volunteer, however, there is an additional payment for these duties from College Board. In an academic year there are 6 SAT assessments conducted in TISB. When volunteering for SAT duties there should be no clash with any school commitments that you are involved in, preferably choosing your SAT on your weekend off days
HOMEWORK POLICY FOR STUDENTS
Homework is set for students on a regular basis based on the homework policy of the school Policy is available in the staff portal.
Appraisal process – Non-Teaching Staff
The Principal conducts appraisal meetings for Senior Leadership Team
Admin staff appraisal are conducted by the Line Manager, Principal decides the final recommendation. Boarding staff probation appraisal meetings are conducted by Deputy Principal Pastoral and Head of Boarding and shares the compiled details with HR which is sent to Principal for final recommendation.
Probation Process - Teaching Staff (PY and Senior)
HR will meet with new staff after 1 month for an informal conversation
The first appraisal will be in the month of November after completion of 3 months
An announced lesson observation and reflection followed by a feedback meeting with the Staff/HOD
The HOD shares the Lesson Observation and Reflection and Probationary Monitoring Form with SDPA/Overseeing DP and HR
The second appraisal will be in the month of March after completion of 6 months
An unannounced lesson observation and reflection followed by feedback meeting with the Staff/HOD and the overseeing Deputy Principal
The HOD shares the Lesson Observation and Reflection and Probationary Monitoring Form with SDPA/Overseeing DP and HR
The final appraisal will be in the month of May before end of May
A target completion meeting with the Staff and the HOD
The HOD shares the FINAL Probationary Monitoring Form with SDPA/Overseeing DP and HR after completion of the form including Staff comments
HR shares the FINAL Probationary Monitoring Form with the Principal for review and approval
Probation
process – Non-Teaching Staff (Boarding)
HR will meet with new staff after 1 month for an informal conversation
The first appraisal will be in the month of November after completion of 3 months
A feedback meeting with the Staff/HOB and DPP
The HOB shares the Probationary Monitoring Form with DPP and HR
The second appraisal will be in the month of March after completion of 6 months
A feedback meeting with the Staff/HOB and DPP
The HOB shares the Probationary Monitoring Form with DPP and HR
The final appraisal will be in the month of May before end of May
A target if any completion meeting with the Staff/HOB and DPP
The HOB shares the Probationary Monitoring Form with DPP and HR
HR shares the FINAL Probationary Monitoring Form with the Principal for review and approval
Probation process - Non-teaching Staff (Admin)
HR will meet with new staff after 1 month for an informal conversation
The first appraisal will be in the month of November after completion of 3 months. A feedback meeting with Staff and Principal. Principal shares the Probationary Monitoring Form with HR
The second appraisal will be in the month of March after completion of 6 months. A feedback meeting with Staff and Principal Principal shares the Probationary Monitoring Form with HR
The final appraisal will be in the month of May before end of May
A target if any completion meeting with Staff and Principal
Principal shares the Probationary Monitoring Form with HR
Principal will review and approve the Final Probationary Monitoring Form
HR sends “Letter of Intent” to all staff Every November
Staff emails resignation to Principal & HR
Staff receives resignation acceptance letter
Queries – Bursary / HR / Principal
HR shares contract renewal forms with staff due for renewal
Staff
Exit Interview with HR
Issue of Issue service letter
Final Salary Gratuity
Time should be written as 10:10 am
Date should be written as January 1, 2025
For queries regarding social media & communications. Please contact pkavya@tisb.ac.in
COMMUNICATING WITH PARENTS
Parents are our customers, and they deserve the best customer service. Often a kind word can quickly diffuse a difficult situation Word of mouth is our biggest asset but can also be our biggest concern
It is important to remember that whenever you communicate with parents it should be with the utmost politeness and professionalism.
When writing to parents your communication should always start with Dear Mr/Ms xxx or Good morning/afternoon if you are unsure of their salutation
When communicating with parents or students, use Email Wizard in iSAMS, and remember to use the template options to personalise the email.
When sending a Form to parents or students, please hide the link behind text rather than send the long form URL Watch this video for instructions on how to put a link behind words
All communication with parents must be conducted exclusively through official TISB school email accounts. Personal email addresses, messaging apps, or social media must not be used for school-related correspondence
Social Media Guidelines
As senior leaders and faculty of TISB, we are all potential brand ambassadors of our school. We are seen and heard everywhere, especially on digital platforms. But how many of us know how to navigate the fine balance between workplace etiquette and individual expression? As part of brand advocacy and strategy, we recommend a few guidelines on how we present ourselves, our work stories, and our school culture and ethos responsibly, positively, inclusively, and respectfully
These guidelines apply to all TISB employees and their families.
DETAILED BELOW ARE THE GUIDELINES
Opening an account
As you are opening an account in your individual/personal capacity on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Tik-Tok or Pinterest, do not include your school’s name in any manner, either as a prefix or suffix.
In description, do not describe yourself as a teacher at TISB Mention in the description that the views you express are purely personal
Platforms like Instagram allow you to keep your account private. This means your posts are visible only to those you allow as followers. If a student or a parent attempts to follow you, unfollow them.
We should always be aware of our privacy settings Even when we restrict certain people's viewing capabilities, they are often still accessible to people outside our inner circle. Many social media apps change their settings quite frequently, so we must make sure our profile is up to date on the latest privacy settings. Do not let your guard down under any circumstances. Be always on the vigil.
Followers and Following
Your personal social media accounts are for your personal use and only for family and friends Do not accept friend requests from students or parents. This applies to students of all ages. It is essential to sensitise students that they cannot follow you on social media until after they graduate.
Inappropriate communications between teachers and students on social media platforms can potentially be considered a criminal offence and can impact both you and the School
Posting, Reposting & Comments
Do not upload photographs that compromise your image as a teacher or the school’s image as a reputed and responsible Institution Do not share pictures of you in revealing attire (read tiny bikinis, minis, etc ), pictures of you partying or attending parties, or images that show substance use It is important to remember that we need to protect our image as role model educators
Do not post photographs of students or parents taken with you on your personal social media handles, even if the student and/or the parent has consented to you posting them online
Confidential information about schoolwork or processes is not for public consumption This includes information about parents, students, colleagues, financial information, school events, academic initiatives, school growth plans, or other private communication within the leadership team. It should not be discussed on any forum, including WhatsApp.
We need to stay vigilant about intellectual property belonging to the school and copyrights and trademarks belonging to outside vendors that we cannot use on personal posts for publicity or financial compensation Be civil when you encounter negative comments or inappropriate comments. Do not engage in a public spat with such individuals. You are in control of your account. You can delete them and unfriend/block such individuals Public displays of anger, frustration, personal animosity, etc, should be avoided entirely
While you can post or reshare posts published on the School’s official handle, keep the Social Media informed of any adverse comments such posts receive.
When you share such posts, refrain from adding your comments or opinions. It is best to re-share/re-post without expressing any opinion
Do not tag the school handle on any of your posts
It is important not to let your personal preferences, prejudices, or opinions do not impact the image and reputation of the School If such situations or instances occur, inform the School Leadership immediately in writing
Non-adherence or partial adherence to these guidelines can attract disciplinary action, including termination.
If you need any further information or clarification, reach out
SmugMug is the official TISB Gallery You can login using the credentials below SmugMug login: https://tisb.smugmug.com
Password: trojans2025
Please note that the whole TISB Community (Parents, Teachers & Students) can upload their photos to SmugMug when an event upload link is shared We are building a TISB archive and want photos from all perspectives. We are continuously monitoring & reviewing the upload galleries.
FRIDAY NEWSLETTER
Friday newsletters are sent every week to parents, staff & high school students These newsletters are one of TISB's best communication tool If there is any information that your department needs to send out, you are requested to share it with Principal and cc Mr Santanu or Mr Naveen
OFFICIAL PPT TEMPLATE
Please use this template for all official TISB presentations: Master Copy This is a view only copy hence template should be downloaded and edited
