📘 Doon Valley High School – Information for Parents (Session 2026–27)

Choosing the right school is not only about academics. Parents also want a school that offers discipline, safety, value-based education, strong communication, and a structured learning environment. Doon Valley High School, Lucknow stands out as an English medium co-educational school in Indira Nagar that focuses on academic quality, character building, communication skills, and overall personality development.

 

Located in Deepak Nagar, Indira Nagar, Lucknow, Doon Valley High School is recognized by the Basic Shiksha Parishad, Government of U.P. for Junior High School classes and by the U.P. Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad, Prayagraj for High School. As highlighted on the school website, the institution aims to bring out the hidden potential of every child and works toward mental, physical, social, and moral development. The school motto, “Excellence in Education,” reflects its commitment to maintaining strong academic and behavioural standards.

For parents, understanding the school’s rules and regulations is essential before admission and throughout the academic year. Clear school policies help students stay disciplined, safe, and focused, while also helping parents support their child more effectively. This detailed guide brings together the school’s values, admission-related information, and the broader school rules shared in your provided content, rewritten into a polished, website-ready article.

 

Admission Procedure 

School Uniform 

Fee Structure 

Contact Us 

General Guidelines

1. Ethical Values and Character Building: In the modern world, where moral values are eroding rapidly, it is of utmost importance to impart ethical education to students. The school strives earnestly to inculcate these values, ensuring students develop into sensitive, responsible family members and citizens of India. Every effort is made to build character and improve the behavior of students towards their family and fellow beings. Parents are requested to monitor their ward's actions and behavior and cooperate with the school in this endeavor.

 

2. Daily Preparation: Parents must ensure their children check their school bags before leaving home. This guarantees that students bring the necessary books, copies, the school almanac, Diary and relevant stationery according to the daily timetable.

 

3. School Uniform and Appearance: Students must be smartly dressed. Parents are requested to ensure that their wards are properly attired according to the specific day's schedule. Shoes must be polished, and hair neatly combed. The dress code for specific days is mentioned separately.

 

4. Prohibited Items: Students are strictly prohibited from bringing firecrackers, Holi colors, mobile phones, expensive smart watches, cameras, calculators, etc., to school. Bringing such items will lead to their confiscation, and repeat offenders may face expulsion from the school.

 

5. Jewelry and Personal Grooming: Students are not allowed to wear any jewelry on the school premises. Violation of this rule will result in the confiscation of the item and disciplinary action. Furthermore, the school will not be held responsible for the loss of any jewelry. Similarly, hair coloring and the application of Mehandi are strictly prohibited.

 

Admission

 

1. Admission Criteria and Rights: The school grants admission to all children irrespective of caste or creed. However, the school management reserves the absolute right to grant or refuse admission to any candidate without assigning specific reasons.

 

2. Parental Due Diligence and Access to Rules: Before seeking admission, parents are advised to fully satisfy themselves regarding the school's standards and policies. They are required to thoroughly review all rules and regulations.
   1. New Students: A copy of these rules and regulations is provided at the time of admission along with the Admission Form.
   2. Existing Students: Rules for the current academic session are provided as a soft copy at the beginning of the new session.
   3. Website Access: All current rules are also available on the school's official website.

 

3. Modification of Rules: The school administration reserves the right to modify or amend the rules and regulations as and when required.

 

4. Discipline and Code of Conduct: The school places great emphasis on discipline. It is expected that all students and parents follow the school's rules and guidelines in both word and spirit.

 

5. Withdrawal and Expulsion: If the school administration deems that a student's or parent's behavior is inconsistent with the school's values, the student may be asked to leave the school, even in the middle of the academic session.

 

6. Fee Refund Policy: Please note that fees once deposited are non-refundable, even if the child is removed by the school authorities.

 

 

Documents for Admission

 

1. To complete the admission process, the following documents must be submitted:
2. Date of Birth Certificate: A valid certificate issued by the relevant Government authority.
3. Transfer Certificate (TC): For students previously enrolled in another school, the TC must bear the previous school's UDISE Code and the student's PEN (Permanent Education Number).
4. Aadhaar Cards: Copies of Aadhaar cards for the child, the father, and the mother.
5. Caste Certificate: Required for the child or parent if the student belongs to the SC, ST, or OBC category.
6. Photographs: A recent passport-sized photograph of the child.
7. Submission Deadline and Non-Compliance: If any of the documents listed above are not available at the time of admission, it is the responsibility of the parents to obtain and submit them within 30 days. Many case these documents must be submitted before the uploading of student data to the UDISE portal.
   1. Failure to submit documents within the stipulated period will result in the cancellation of admission without further notice, and any fees deposited will be forfeited.
8. Data Consistency: Parents must ensure that the Date of Birth and the spelling of names (Child, Father, and Mother) provided in the Admission Form match exactly with the details in the Date of Birth Certificate, Transfer Certificate, and Aadhaar Cards.
9. Final Record and Responsibility: The Date of Birth and name spellings mentioned in the Admission Form will be recorded in the UDISE system and the School Scholar Register. Parents will be held solely responsible for any future discrepancies arising from incorrect data entry in the Admission Form.

Dress Code

The school lays great emphasis on prescribed dress code for students.

The following is the dress code for the students.

 

Class Nur to Class III (Boys and Girls)- Summer Uniform

Item	Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday	Wednesday, Saturday
Upper	Sky Blue Tee shirt	Red Tee Shirt
Lower	Dark Blue Lower	Grey Lower
Socks and Shoes	Black Socks and Black Shoes	White Socks and White Shoes

 

Class IV to Class X (Boys and Girls)- Summer Uniform

Item	Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday	Wednesday, Saturday
Upper	Sky Blue Tee shirt	Yellow Tee Shirt
Lower	Black Pant	Grey Lower
Socks and Shoes	Black Socks and Black Shoes	White Socks and White Shoes

 

Class Nur to Class III (Boys and Girls)- Winter Uniform

Item	Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday	Wednesday, Saturday
Upper	Sky Blue Tee shirt + Prescribed Jacket	Red Tee shirt + Prescribed Jacket
Lower	Dark Blue Lower	Grey Lower
Socks and Shoes	Black Socks and Black Shoes	White Socks and White Shoes

 

Class IV to Class X (Boys and Girls)- Winter Uniform

Item	Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday	Wednesday, Saturday
Upper	Sky Blue Tee shirt + Prescribed Jacket	Yellow Tee shirt + Prescribed Jacket
Lower	Black Pant	Grey Lower
Socks and Shoes	Black Socks and Black Shoes	White Socks and White Shoes

 

Dress Rules

 

1. All students (boys or girls) belonging to different caste or religion are required to strictly follow school dress code while inside school premises. No exception to these rules is permissible on any ground to any student. Parents are required to consider it thoroughly before admitting their child to the school.

 

2. In exceptional cases, with the permission of the Principal students of Class IV who purchased a jacket and lower in Class III may be allowed to wear these. Similarly, students of Class III may also be allowed to wear a blazer and pant instead of a jacket and lower.

 

 

School Timings

1. Standard Operating Hours: The school typically commences at 7:45 a.m. during the summer session and 8:45 a.m. during the winter session. However, these timings are subject to change on special occasions or in compliance with Government orders issued during the academic session.

 

2. Communication of Schedule Changes: Advance notice regarding any change in timing is generally provided through WhatsApp, the School App, and classroom announcements. In case of a sudden or emergency change, the information will be disseminated via WhatsApp and the School App, and a notice will be displayed on the school gate.

 

3. Parental Responsibility: To avoid inconvenience, parents are strongly advised to check the WhatsApp group or School App daily before sending their child to school.

 

4. Important Note: Please refrain from calling the school office for timing verification in the early morning. It is not possible for the administration to attend to individual telephone calls before school opening hours.

 

Punctuality

1. Arrival Guidelines: Students are advised to reach the school premises at least 5 minutes before the first bell rings.

 

2. Gate Closure During Assembly: The school gate closes once the Morning Prayer commences and reopens only after the assembly concludes. Students arriving after the gate is closed will be granted entry only upon the completion of the assembly.

 

3. Consequences for Lateness: Punctuality is strictly monitored. Students who are habitual late-comers will face disciplinary action.

 

4. Policy on Parental Conduct: If parents create a disturbance or argue regarding denied entry while the Assembly is in progress, the student will be allowed entry into the school premises after the assembly. However, strictly as a disciplinary measure, but the student will not be permitted to attend classes for the remainder of the day.

 

Regularity

1. Impact on Academic Performance: It is a well-established fact that consistent attendance and minimal absenteeism significantly improves a child's performance in examinations. Therefore, parents are strongly advised to schedule social engagements, medical appointments, and other personal activities in a manner that does not disrupt the child's academic schedule.

 

2. Responsibility for Missed Work: Please note that the school is unable to provide individual assistance for completing missed classwork, homework, or assignments to students who are habitually absent. Catching up on missed academic work remains the sole responsibility of the student and parents.

 

3. Long-Term Absence and Cancellation of Admission: If a student remains absent for more than one month without a formal leave application and without payment of fees, their admission is liable to be cancelled without prior notice.

 

 

Going Back from School

To ensure student safety, dismissal procedures are strictly categorized based on the written consent provided by parents at the start of the academic session.

1. Students Escorted by Parents/Guardians
   1. ID Card Ribbon: Red
   2. Requirement: Parent's Card issued by the school. School staff generally recognize the parent or guardian who drops the child in the morning and will allow them to collect the child.
   3. Authorized Representatives: If parents send a representative (any person other than the usual guardian) to collect the child, that person must present the Parent's Card at the gate.
   4. Strict Safety Rule: Without the Parent's Card, the child will not be allowed to leave the school premises. Telephonic authorizations or requests from parents will not be entertained under any circumstances. This rule is enforced strictly for the safety of your child.
2. Students Commuting Independently or via Private Transport
   1. Pedestrians (Going Home on Foot)
      1. ID Card Ribbon: Blue
      2. Parents must provide a written declaration stating that their child is permitted to go home alone. Parents are strongly advised to educate their children on basic Road Safety Rules to ensure their child’s safety on the road
   2. Cyclists
      1. ID Card Ribbon: Green
      2. Parents must inform the school in writing if their child will be commuting by bicycle. Parents are responsible for teaching their child the necessary safety rules regarding cycling and self-protection.
   3. Private Rickshaw / Third-Party Transport
      1. ID Card Ribbon: Blue
      2. Parents availing private rickshaws or other private transport must provide a written undertaking. Additionally, parents must introduce the specific driver to the school staff for identification purposes.
3. Students Using School Transport (Van)
   1. ID Card Ribbon: Yellow
   2. Parents are advised to follow the specific transport guidelines provided separately regarding school van services.

 

Going Home During School Hours

1. General Restriction: Under normal circumstances, the school does not permit students to leave the campus during school hours on pretexts such as medical appointments (going to a doctor) or travel schedules (catching a train or bus).

 

2. Advisory for Parents: Parents are strongly advised not to send their child to school on days when there is urgent family business or travel requiring the child's presence. In such cases, it is preferable for the student to remain absent for the full day.

 

3. Penalty for Early Exit: If a student is present in school and parents insist on taking them home during school hours, permission may be granted only upon the payment of a fine of Rs. 100/- per child.

 

 

Delivering Tiffin & Other Items at School

1. Tiffin and Food Delivery

 

1. 1. Parents are advised not to send non-veg eatables in tiffin to school. If any child is found to have non-veg eatables in his / her tiffin, the tiffin will be confiscated, and the child may have to remain hungry. Please consider it very serious.

 

1. 2. General Rule: Parents must ensure that their wards carry their tiffin boxes with them when they leave home for school.

 

1. 3. Prohibition: The school strictly prohibits the delivery of home-cooked food (tiffin) after the child has entered the school premises.

 

1. 4. Exception for Packaged Food: In exceptional circumstances, the school may permit the delivery of market-packed food items. However, acceptance is conditional: the packet must be clearly labeled with the student's Name and Class.

 

2. Academic Materials (Books and Stationery): Delivery of notebooks, books, and stationery items during school hours is restricted. These items will be accepted at the gate only if a teacher has specifically requested them.

 

Tests, Exams & Report Card

 

1. Assessment Structure: The school organizes periodic class tests and Quarterly, Half-yearly & Final Exams. Final Rank of the student is calculated based on marks obtained in all exams. School reserves the right to change the examination pattern as and when required.
2. Scheduling and Rescheduling:
   1. No Individual Rescheduling: Examinations are scheduled according to the School Academic Calendar. It is not possible to reschedule tests or exams for individual students.
   2. Tentative Dates: Tentative exam dates are available on the School App and the Academic Calendar. The school reserves the right to modify these dates at any time.
   3. Unforeseen Cancellations: If an exam is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances or Government orders, it will be rescheduled to take place at the end of the current exam schedule.
3. Absence Guidelines:
   1. General Rule: Students who miss an exam will be marked absent and warded Zero marks.
   2. Medical Exception: If a student is absent due to illness and submits a valid Medical Certificate within 2 days of the last exam, they will be awarded 50% marks in that subject.
4. Early Departure During Exams: Students are not permitted to go home early during test or exam days, even on the pretext of sickness. If parents insist on taking the child home early during an exam day, that day's test or exam will be treated as cancelled.
5. Review of Answer Scripts and Marks:
   1. IA and FA Tests: These are conducted in test copies which students are allowed to take home. In case of any discrepancy in marks or checking, parents/students must meet the Principal as early as possible.
   2. Quarterly, Half-yearly & Final Exams: Answer scripts shown to parents only on a specifically notified date and time. If parents fail to attend on the specified date, it will not be possible to show the answer scripts on any other day.
6. Report Card Distribution: Report Cards are distributed to parents on notified dates.
   1. Late Collection: If a parent is unable to collect the Report Card on the scheduled date, it may be collected from the School Office within 30 days. After 30-days the school, will provide Report Card upon deposition of a penalty as decided by the school.

 

Fee Rules

 

1. General Fee Policy
   1. Commitment to Quality: The school believes in providing the best quality education at a moderate cost. The fee structure for the current session is displayed on the School Notice Board before the academic session begins. Further information can be obtained from the School Office.
   2. Annual Increment: Generally, there is a marginal increase (approximately 8-10%) in fees annually. This adjustment accounts for staff salary increments, the rising cost of operation, and the upgrading of school facilities.
   3. Non-Refundable Policy: Parents are requested to thoroughly review the Fee Structure and Fee Rules before sending their children to school. Fees once paid will not be refunded.
2. Payment Schedule
   1. Academic Session: The school session commences in April. Fees are payable for the entire academic year (12 months) including long vacations.
   2. Due Date: The last date for monthly fee deposition is the 10th of every month (for example, 10th April, 10^th May, 10th March).
   3. March Exception: For the month of March, fees and all outstanding dues must be deposited before the start of the Annual Exams to ensure the student faces no difficulty in appearing for the examinations.
   4. Discount In Fees: At its discretion, the school may offer a discount to parents who pay fees in advance (Quarterly, Half-yearly, or Yearly). Please check obtains of the discounts are available from school office.
3. Late Payment Fines and Penalties
   1. Fine Calculation: If fees are not paid by the 10th of the fee month, a late payment charge of Rs. 5 per day will be levied starting from the 11th of the month until the date of payment.
      1. Example: If the fee for a month is paid on the 10th of the next month, a fine of Rs. 150 will be payable (30 days x Rs. 5).
   2. Accumulated Fines: If fees remain unpaid for two months or more, the fine will be calculated for each month separately from their respective due dates.
   3. Consequences of Non-Payment:
      1. Restriction: If fees are pending for more than 2 months, the school reserves the right to stop the child from entering the class or appearing in Tests and Exams.
      2. Cancellation of Admission: For regular defaulters, the child's admission may be cancelled without notice.
      3. Re-admission: If the student wishes to continue, they must pay re-admission charges (as decided by the school) plus all outstanding fees and fines.
      4. Withdrawal: If the student does not wish to continue, the Transfer Certificate (T.C.) will be issued only after all dues, including requisite late payment charges, have been cleared.
4. Modes of Payment
   1. A. At the School Office
      1. Timings: 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
      2. Method: Cash or by scanning the QR Code available at the counter.
      3. Receipts: In order to reduce use of paper the school will not issue paper receipts of the fee submitted. However an SMS will be sent giving details of payment mode. It will also visible on school app.
   2. Online Fee Payment (From Home)
      1. Option 1: Through School App
         1. Log into the School App and navigate to the Fee Section.
         2. Link a Bank Account or choose UPI to make the payment directly through the App.
      2. Option 2: Through Net Banking / UPI Transfer
         1. Account Name: Doon Valley High School
         2. Account Number: 8487 1010 000 800
         3. Bank Name: Canara Bank, Sec-8 Indira Nagar, Lucknow
         4. IFS Code: CNRB 001 8487
      3. Important Instructions for Net Banking
         1. Self-Calculation: If paying after the 10th, calculate the exact fee by adding applicable fine. If only the fee amount is transferred after the due date, the system may continue to show unpaid dues regarding the fine, attracting further late charges.

2. Mandatory Verification: After payment via Net Banking/UPI, forward the transaction receipt (mentioning the UTR No., Child's Name, and Class) to the School Office via WhatsApp on Mobile No. 9483589829

3. Warning: If transaction details are not sent via WhatsApp, the payment may not be mapped to the child's account, and a Fee Default Notice may be issued.

5. Important Notes
   1. SMS Confirmation: When the school receives a payment and issues a receipt, an SMS is sent to the Guardian's Mobile Number mentioned on the Fee Receipt. Ensure your mobile number is up-to-date in school records.
   2. Holiday Rule: If the 10th of the month falls on a holiday, fees will be accepted without fine on the 11th.
   3. Vacation Office Hours: During Winter and Summer vacations, the school office remains open for fee collection for a limited period. Please check timings before visiting.

 

Van Rules

1. Transport Charges: Van charges are determined annually based on several factors, including driver’s, vehicle maintenance costs, and prevailing fuel prices. Detailed information regarding the charges for the current session can be obtained from the School Office before parents opt for the service.

 

2. Payment Cycle and Commitment
   1. 12-Month Payment: The van service fee is payable for all 12 months of the academic session, irrespective of school closures during Winter and Summer vacations.

 

1. 2. No Mid-Session Withdrawal: Once the transport service is opted for, it cannot be discontinued before the session ends in March. Parents are liable to pay transport charges until the end of the academic session (up to March).

 

3. Payment Deadline and Default: Transport fees must be deposited by the 10th of every month. If charges are not paid by the due date, the school reserves the right to discontinue the service for the student effective from the 11th of that month.

 

4. Operational Adjustments: In certain situations, such as adverse weather or poor road conditions, the driver may request parents to drop off or collect their child from a designated point nearest to their residence (rather than at the doorstep). Parents are requested to cooperate with the transport staff in such instances to ensure timely transit.

 

5. Change of Residence: If a student changes residence during the academic session and the distance from the school increases, parents will be required to pay the revised (enhanced) transport charges applicable to the new location.

 

Cycle Stand Rules

1. Facility and Fees: The school provides a designated cycle stand facility for students commuting by bicycle. This service is available for a modest fee, payable once at the beginning of the academic session. Information regarding the cycle stand fee for the current session can be obtained from the School Office.

 

2. Authorized Entry: Admission to the cycle stand is restricted. Only bicycles for which the requisite stand fee has been paid will be permitted inside the school premises.

 

3. Restricted Days: Students are strictly prohibited from bringing bicycles to school on specific occasions, including the School Fete, Annual Student's Day, Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTM), and any other occasions specifically notified by the school.

 

4. Liability Disclaimer: If a student brings a bicycle to school and parks it outside the school premises to avoid paying the cycle stand fee, the school will not be held responsible for its safety, loss, or damage.

 

Transfer Certificate (TC)

1. Application Process: If a parent wishes to withdraw their child from the school, they must apply in writing using the prescribed TC Application Form, available at the School Office. The application must be accompanied by the requisite TC fee.
   1. Information regarding the specific TC fee for the current session can be obtained from the School Office.
   2. The TC will not be prepared without submission of the application form and deposition of the fee.

 

2. Processing Time: Parents are advised to apply for TC well in advance, preferably before the academic session ends.
   1. Minimum Duration: A minimum of 7 days is required to process a TC for verification of all student data, from the original Admission Form to UDISE and PEN records.

 

3. Eligibility and Documentation Constraints: A Transfer Certificate will not be issued if there are pending dues, if a student admitted to Class I or above has failed to submit the TC from the previous school, or if records are incomplete (including missing valid Date of Birth certificate or incomplete UDISE details).

 

4. Fees, Fines, and Mid-Session Withdrawal:
   1. Mid-Session Withdrawal: Parents seeking a TC in the middle of an academic session are required to pay the school fees for the current quarter in addition to the standard TC fee.
   2. Delayed Request: If a TC is requested after a gap of more than one academic session, a fine of Rs. 1,000/- per academic session will be charged.

 

5. Issuance Timeline:
   1. Recommended Period: Parents are strongly advised to obtain the TC between April and August. The school is not obligated to process TC requests submitted after August.
   2. Collection Hours: TCs are issued only between 12:00 Noon - 1:00 p.m. on working days.

 

Communication with Parents

The school places utmost importance on maintaining open lines of communication with parents. To ensure effective information exchange, the school utilizes several channels:

 

1. Messages via WhatsApp / SMS: Generally, all school notices are sent to the mobile number provided by the parents.
   1. Advisory: Parents are strongly advised to check WhatsApp messages from the school daily, especially in the morning before sending their child to school, to stay updated on urgent announcements.

 

2. Printed Notices and School Diary: Certain critical or special notices are sent in printed form via the student's School Diary.
   1. Parental Duty: Please make it a habit to check your child's diary daily for any notes or circulars.
   2. Two-Way Communication: Parents may also use the School Diary to bring specific issues regarding their child to the notice of school authorities/class teacher.

 

3. Telephone Calls
   1. Emergency Contact: In cases of emergency, especially when a child falls sick at school, the administration will attempt to contact parents telephonically.
   2. Availability: Ensure your phone is switched on, active and at hand so as not to miss urgent calls.
   3. Updating Contact Details: If you change your Mobile Number or SIM card, inform the school office immediately to update records.
   4. Call Timings: Calls to the office are accepted only during working hours on working days. Information regarding holidays or general queries may not be available over the phone outside these hours.

 

4. Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTM): The school organizes regular PTMs to facilitate constructive feedback regarding the child's progress. Attendance is highly recommended.

 

5. Meeting the Principal: Parents are encouraged to meet the Principal to discuss specific concerns. Such meetings are strictly by prior appointment to ensure availability.