FAQs for Parents
Vidhya Sadhan - Valasaravakkam, Chennai
General Questions
🏫 What is Vidhya Sadhan?
Vidhya Sadhan is a comprehensive learning center in Valasaravakkam, Chennai, offering preschool education (Playgroup to UKG), after-school enrichment programs (Phonics, UCMAS Abacus, Hindi), and tuition classes (Grades 1-8). We follow the Montessori teaching methodology and focus on holistic child development.
Where are you located?
We're located at:
7, Sri Venkateshwara Nagar Main Road,
Venkateswara Nagar, Valasaravakkam,
Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600087
Landmark: Behind Perambur Srinivasa Sweets (PS4)
Easily accessible from: Virugambakkam, Porur, Vadapalani, Ramapuram, Maduravoyal, Mugappair
🕒 What are your operating hours?
Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
We're closed on national holidays, Saturdays & Sundays.
📞 How can I contact you?
Phone: (+91) 98843 41413
WhatsApp: (+91) 99625 62067
Email: contact@vidhyasadhan.com
Website: www.vidhyasadhan.com
You can also reach us through our Facebook and Instagram pages.
Admission Questions
📝 How do I enroll my child?
Step 1: Schedule a school tour by calling or WhatsApp
Step 2: Visit our campus and meet our team
Step 3: Fill out the admission form
Step 4: Submit required documents
Step 5: Pay the admission fee
Step 6: Start your child's learning journey!
🎂 What is the minimum age for admission?
- Playgroup: 2 years completed as of June 1st
- Nursery: 3 years completed as of June 1st
- LKG: 4 years completed as of June 1st
- UKG: 5 years completed as of June 1st
- Enrichment Classes: Age-specific (mentioned in each program)
What documents are required for admission?
For Preschool:
- Child's birth certificate (original for verification)
- Aadhar card (child and both parents)
- 4 passport-size photos of the child
- Address proof (any utility bill/Aadhar)
- Medical records/vaccination certificate
- Transfer certificate (if applicable)
For After-School Programs:
- Child's Aadhar card
- 2 passport-size photos
- Age proof (birth certificate/school ID)
🗓️ When does the academic year start?
Our academic year runs from June to March (aligned with CBSE).
Admissions for the new academic year open in January.
However, we accept admissions throughout the year based on seat availability.
💺 Are seats still available?
Seat availability varies by program and batch. Please call us at (+91) 98843 41413 or WhatsApp (+91) 99625 62067 for current availability.
🏥 What if my child has special needs or allergies?
Please inform us during admission. We accommodate:
- Food allergies and dietary restrictions
- Medical conditions requiring special care
- Mild learning differences
- Behavioral support needs
We'll discuss how we can best support your child.
👀 Can parents visit before enrolling?
Absolutely! We encourage parents to:
- Schedule a school tour
- Meet our teachers
- See our facilities
- Observe a class (if possible)
- Ask any questions
We have an open-door policy for prospective parents.
Preschool Specific Questions
🏫 What curriculum do you follow?
We follow the Montessori teaching method combined with developmentally appropriate practices. Our curriculum covers:
- Language and literacy
- Mathematics
- Science and nature
- Social studies
- Arts and crafts
- Music and movement
- Life skills
👨🏫 What is the teacher-student ratio?
We maintain a maximum ratio of 1:10 (1 teacher for every 10 children) to ensure personalized attention.
### 🕐 What are the preschool timings?
Playgroup: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM (2.5 hours)
Nursery: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
LKG: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM (3.5 hours)
UKG: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
Half-day and full-day options available.
🚌 Do you provide transportation?
Yes, we provide safe transportation for select routes in Valasaravakkam and nearby areas. Transportation charges are separate. Please inquire about route availability.
👔 Is there a school uniform?
Yes, we have a comfortable uniform:
- Color-coded T-shirts for each class
- Shorts/skirts (comfortable, easy-to-wear)
- Shoes (closed-toe, sports shoes preferred)
Uniform is optional but recommended for hygiene and discipline.
📱 How do you communicate with parents?
We use multiple channels:
- Educase App: Daily updates, photos, videos, fee payments
- WhatsApp Group: Quick updates and announcements
- Phone Calls: For urgent matters
- Parent-Teacher Meetings: Quarterly meetings
- Email: Official communications
📸 Do parents get photos and videos?
Yes! We share:
- Daily activity photos on the Educase app
- Weekly highlight videos
- Event photos and videos
- Special achievement moments
All shared with strict privacy controls.
🎉 Do you celebrate birthdays?
Yes! We celebrate every child's birthday at school with:
- Birthday song and cake cutting
- Special birthday crown
- Photos and videos
- Fun activities
Parents can send a small cake (egg-free preferred) or we can arrange it.
🏥 What if my child falls sick at school?
We immediately:
1. Provide first aid if needed
2. Call parents immediately
3. Keep the child comfortable in sick room
4. Monitor until parent arrives
We request parents to keep sick children at home to prevent spread of illness.
📚 What happens after UKG?
After completing UKG, children are well-prepared for Grade 1 in any school (CBSE/ICSE/State Board). We provide:
- School readiness certification
- Progress report
- Recommendation letters (if needed)
- Guidance on school selection
After-School Program Questions
🎓 Can my child join multiple programs?
Yes! Many students combine programs. Common combinations:
- Preschool (KG) + Phonics
- Preschool (KG) + Abacus
- Tuition + Abacus
- Hindi + Phonics
We offer combo discounts for multiple program enrollments.
📅 Can we join mid-year?
Yes! All our after-school programs accept admissions throughout the year. We assess your child's level and place them appropriately.
🏠 Can classes be done online?
Currently, we offer only in-person classes for:
- Preschool
- Phonics
- Abacus
- Tuition
These programs require hands-on, interactive learning that's most effective in person.
⏰ What if my child misses a class?
We provide:
- Makeup class options (subject to availability)
- Study materials for missed lessons
- Brief recap in next class
- WhatsApp support for doubts
Fee Related Questions
💰 What is the fee structure?
Fee varies by program and grade level. Please contact us for detailed, current fee structure:
Phone: (+91) 98843 41413
WhatsApp: (+91) 99625 62067
Email: contact@vidhyasadhan.com
We believe in transparent pricing with no hidden charges.
💳 What payment methods do you accept?
We accept:
- Cash
- Bank transfer (NEFT/IMPS)
- UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm)
- Cheque
- Online payment through Educase app
📆 Are there different payment options?
Yes! We offer:
- Monthly payments
- Quarterly payments (3 months) - 5% discount
- Annual payments (12 months) - 10% discount
### 💸 Are there any discounts available?
Yes! We offer:
- Early Bird Discount: Enroll before [date] and save
- Sibling Discount: 10% off for second child, 15% for third child
- Referral Discount: ₹2,000 off for each successful referral
- Annual Payment Discount: 10% off on annual fee payment
- Multi-Program Discount: 10% off when enrolling in 2+ programs
Discounts cannot be combined
🔄 What is your refund policy?
- Admission fee: Non-refundable
- Tuition fee:
- Withdrawal before month start: Full refund
- Withdrawal mid-month: Pro-rata refund
- Annual payments: Refund for unused months (minus 10% processing)
Please read our detailed refund policy in the admission agreement.
📝 What's included in the fees?
Preschool fees include:
- Tuition
- Learning materials
- Activity resources
- Snacks
- Celebrations
- Educase app access
After-school program fees include:
- All classes
- Study materials and workbooks
- Assessment tests
- Progress reports
- Certificates
NOT included:
- Uniform (preschool)
- Transportation
- Additional materials (if any)
- Field trips (optional, announced separately)
Safety & Hygiene Questions
🔒 Is the school safe?
Absolutely. We have:
- CCTV cameras in all areas (classrooms, play areas, corridors)
- Secure entry/exit - Only authorized persons allowed
- Background-verified staff
- Fire safety equipment
- First aid trained teachers
- Emergency evacuation plan
- Child-safe furniture and equipment
🧼 What hygiene measures do you follow?
We maintain:
- Daily sanitization of all areas
- Regular cleaning of toys and materials
- Hand washing before meals
- Separate bathrooms for different age groups
- Clean drinking water (RO filtered)
- Pest control (regular)
- Proper waste disposal
📱 Can parents access CCTV?
For privacy and security reasons, CCTV is accessible only to management and is used for security purposes. However, we share regular photos and videos of activities through the Educase app.
🚑 Do you have medical facilities?
We have:
- First aid box (regularly stocked)
- First aid trained staff
- Sick room for unwell children
- Tie-up with nearby clinic for emergencies
- Parent contact 24/7 for any health issues
Teacher & Staff Questions
👩🏫 Are your teachers qualified?
Yes! All our teachers have:
- Relevant educational qualifications (B.Ed/Montessori Training)
- Experience in early childhood education
- Background verification
- Regular training and skill upgrades
- Passion for teaching children
🗣️ Do teachers speak Tamil/English?
Our teachers are bilingual and communicate in:
- English (primary medium of instruction)
- Tamil (for comfort and understanding)
- Hindi (in Hindi classes)
We create a comfortable language environment for all children.
👔 Is there continuity of teachers?
We strive for teacher continuity as we understand children bond with their teachers. However, in case of unavoidable circumstances, we ensure smooth transitions with proper introduction and handover.
Miscellaneous Questions
📱 Do you have a mobile app?
Yes! We use the Educase Connect App where parents can:
- View daily updates
- See photos and videos
- Track attendance
- Pay fees
- Check event calendar
- Communicate with teachers
- Download reports
Available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
🎊 What events do you celebrate?
We celebrate:
- Independence Day
- Republic Day
- Gandhi Jayanti
- Children's Day
- Diwali
- Christmas
- Pongal
- Annual Day
- Sports Day
- Grandparents Day
- Birthdays
👴 Can grandparents pick up children?
Yes! Just inform us in advance and provide their details. We'll update our authorized pick-up list.
📖 Do you have a trial day?
Yes! We offer:
- Free trial class for after-school programs
- Free school tour for preschool (with sample activities)
This helps you and your child experience our environment before enrolling.
🎓 Do you provide certificates?
Yes! We provide:
- Level completion certificates (preschool)
- Program completion certificates (phonics, abacus, Hindi)
- Progress reports (quarterly/annually)
- Participation certificates (events and competitions)
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