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Admission FAQs
How do I apply for admission at Kiya World School?
You can apply in three ways: submit an enquiry form online, call the admissions office on +91 9515121551, or visit the campus in person. Once you enquire, our admissions team will contact you to guide you through the remaining steps.
What are the steps in the admission process?
Admission at Kiya World School takes five steps:
- Enquire — submit an enquiry online or call us to receive admission information and explore the curriculum.
- Campus visit — tour the campus, meet the team, and see classrooms, labs, libraries and play areas in action.
- Application — complete the application form and submit the documents required for your child’s grade.
- Interaction — a friendly, age-appropriate interaction with your child and a short conversation with parents.
- Confirmation — secure your child’s place, pay the fee, and complete enrolment.
What is the minimum age for each grade?
Age criteria at Kiya World School are as follows, calculated as on the cut-off date for the academic year:
| Grade | Age |
|---|---|
| Playgroup | 1.5 – 3 years |
| Nursery | 3 – 4 years |
| PP-1 (LKG) | 4 – 5 years |
| PP-2 (UKG) | 5 – 6 years |
| Grade 1 | 6 – 7 years |
| Grade 2 – 8 | 7 – 13 years |
| Grade 9 – 12 | 13 – 18 years (upcoming) |
Is there an entrance exam for admission?
For younger grades, it’s a friendly, age-appropriate interaction with the child along with a short conversation with parents. From Grade 4 onward, admission includes a formal interview and assessment.
Does Kiya World School focus only on academics?
No, our approach combines academics with extracurricular activities, ensuring children develop confidence, communication, and life skills.
How is learning different at Kiya World School compared to other international schools?
We use our iSpectrum learning model to create engaging lessons that nurture curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
Curriculum & Academics FAQs
What is the iSpectrum curriculum?
iSpectrum is Kiya World School’s in-house curriculum model that tracks every child’s growth across 9 dimensions, spelling out the name i-S-p-e-c-t-r-u-m:
- i — Impactful Academics
- S — Selfless Social Service
- p — Physical & Mind Sports
- e — Expressive Visual & Performing Arts
- c — Comprehensive Health
- t — Technology Quotient
- r — Robust Communication
- u — Up-to-date 21st Century Skills
- m — Mindful Well-being
What is the student-teacher ratio?
Kiya World School maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. This is lower than the regional average of roughly 15:1 to 20:1, which allows teachers to give each child individual attention and adjust the pace of learning to suit them.
What curriculum does Kiya World School follow?
Kiya World School offers CBSE and Cambridge curriculum, enhanced by our exclusive iSpectrum™ learning model. This unique approach combines strong academics with technology, communication, creativity, well-being, sports, and life skills to develop confident, future-ready learners.
Location FAQs
Where are Kiya World School's campuses located?
Kiya World School has two operational campuses in Visakhapatnam:
- Gambhiram Campus — Near Lansum Evana, Gambhiram, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 531163
- Seethammadhara Campus (Preschool) — 50-52-15/14, NE Layout, Seethammadara, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh 530013
A third campus at Isnapur, Hyderabad is upcoming along with a Bangalore franchise campus
Which campus should my child attend?
Choose the campus by your child’s age. The Seethammadhara campus is the preschool, for children aged 1.5 to 6 years, covering the Parent Toddler, Pre-Nursery, Nursery, PP-1 and PP-2 programmes plus daycare. The Gambhiram campus takes children from Nursery upward into the primary and secondary years.
Safety & Facilities FAQs
What safety measures are in place?
Kiya World School campuses are monitored by 24/7 CCTV surveillance and use controlled-entry systems with strict visitor protocols. Infrastructure is child-proofed, including rounded furniture edges in the preschool. Staff are trained in paediatric first aid and emergency response.
What facilities are available on campus?
The Gambhiram campus includes real life project labs, science and computer labs, a library, art and music spaces, sports facilities and outdoor play areas, alongside an infirmary and wellness support. The Seethammadhara preschool campus has purpose-built discovery spaces, a dedicated toy library, safe outdoor zones and a structured skating programme.
Is school transport available?
Yes. Kiya World School provides safe and reliable transportation on selected routes. Our school buses are operated with trained drivers and attendants, following safety protocols to ensure students travel comfortably. Please contact the admissions team to check route availability for your location.
Preschool FAQs
What preschool programmes does Kiya offer?
Kiya Preschool at Seethammadhara offers five age-based programmes plus daycare:
| Programme | Age |
|---|---|
| Parent Toddler Programme | 1 – 2 years |
| Pre-Nursery | 2 – 3 years |
| Nursery | 3 – 4 years |
| PP-1 (also called LKG) | 4 – 5 years |
| PP-2 (also called UKG) | 5 – 6 years |
| Daycare | Available alongside all programmes |
What are the preschool timings?
Preschool programmes at the Seethammadhara campus run from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM for children. The day is balanced between active play, quiet time and structured learning.
Is daycare available?
Yes, daycare is available at the Seethammadhara campus.