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St. Hilda's Boys' School - Ooty

St. Hilda's Boys' School - Ooty

Hostel Handbook

Rules & Regulations – Boarder's
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School Boarding House
Rules & Regulations
Boarder's Handbook — All students are expected to abide by the following
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General Rules
Health & Medicines
Phone & Communication
Conduct & Property
General Rules
1
Reporting & Attendance

Students are required to report on time and leave only on the prescribed date and time.

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Important Notice

Arriving late after the stipulated time and date of return following free weekends and holidays will result in disciplinary action and a fine of Rs. 500/- per day.

Early leave must be requested at least a week in advance in writing. Only the Principal is authorized to grant such leave. Family functions and appointments must be arranged only during scheduled breaks.

2
Free Weekends

Boarders may go home for 'Free week-ends' which are marked on the school calendar.

3
School Activities

Students are expected to participate in all school activities and be obedient, courteous and co-operative.

4
Electrical Gadgets

🚫 Students are NOT allowed to use electrical gadgets in the dormitories.

5
Expensive Articles & Parcels

Cameras, gold ornaments and cash will be confiscated and never returned if brought to school.

  • aOnly one bottle of any permitted spread and toiletries to last one and a half months.
  • bDo not send money, snacks, toys, crayons or books — prohibited.
  • cParents requested NOT to send food or expensive gift items through parcel.
Health & Medicines
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Medicines
  • aKeep the School Nurse and Dorm Parent informed about any medication your child is undergoing.
  • bDental surgeon from Coimbatore visits twice a month. Permission will not be granted during term time.
  • cAnnual check-ups by an Ophthalmologist, Dentist & General Physician besides the School Doctor.
Phone & Communication
7
Phone Calls

Mobile usage for boarders (Class 1–12) is subject to the following terms:

📱Device

Basic mobile only, around Rs. 1,000/-

🔢Numbers

Only 2 parent numbers. One call per week.

👨‍👩‍👦Who Calls

Only parents may call the child.

🕵️Supervision

Dorm parent checks number before every call.

📅Schedule

Call only on the given day & time.

🕐Office Hours

Mon–Sat: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm

Parents with two children may purchase one mobile for both. Do not use the school landline on Sundays. Misuse will result in this facility being withdrawn for all.

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Call Timings
Day / GroupPermitted Timings
Weekdays – Birthday Calls4:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Sundays – Junior Dorm (Std I–V)11:00 am – 11:30 am
Sundays – Senior Dorm (Std VI–XII)2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Conduct & Property
9
MP3 Players

Permitted for Class 9–12 only during free time on weekends. Must be kept in the custody of the dorm parent.

✅ Class 9–12 📅 Weekends only 🔒 Dorm custody
10
School Property

All furniture, fittings and school property must be used with care. Breakages caused by a student will result in a fine.

11
Cleanliness

Perfect cleanliness must be maintained in all classrooms and dormitories at all times.

12
Banned Materials

🚫 Objectionable magazines, CDs, etc. are all BANNED. Students found indulging face strict disciplinary action and expulsion from school.

13
Sunday Church

Boarders will be taken to church on all Sundays.

14
Campus Boundaries

Students are not allowed to leave the campus without prior permission. Offenders will be dealt with severely.

1
Reporting & Attendance

Students are required to report on time and leave only on the prescribed date and time.

⚠
Important Notice

Late arrivals after free weekends and holidays will result in disciplinary action and a fine of Rs. 500/- per day.

Early leave must be requested at least a week in advance in writing. Only the Principal is authorized to grant such leave. Family functions and appointments must be during scheduled breaks.

2
Free Weekends

Boarders may go home for 'Free week-ends' marked on the school calendar.

3
School Activities

Students must participate in all school activities and be obedient, courteous and co-operative.

4
Electrical Gadgets

🚫 Students are NOT allowed to use electrical gadgets in the dormitories.

5
Expensive Articles & Parcels

Cameras, gold ornaments and cash will be confiscated and never returned if brought.

  • aOnly one bottle of permitted spread and toiletries for one and a half months.
  • bNo money, snacks, toys, crayons or books — prohibited.
  • cDo NOT send food or expensive gift items through parcel.
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6
Medicines
  • aInform School Nurse and Dorm Parent of any medication.
  • bDental surgeon visits twice a month. No permission granted during term time.
  • cAnnual check-ups by Ophthalmologist, Dentist & General Physician.
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7
Phone Calls
📱Device

Basic mobile ~Rs. 1,000/-

🔢Numbers

2 parent numbers. 1 call/week.

👨‍👩‍👦Who Calls

Only parents call.

🕵️Supervision

Dorm parent checks number first.

📅Schedule

Given day & time only.

🕐Office Hours

Mon–Sat 9 am–4:30 pm

Misuse will result in this facility being withdrawn for all.

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Call Timings
GroupTimings
Weekdays – Birthdays4:00–4:30 pm
Sundays – Junior (I–V)11:00–11:30 am
Sundays – Senior (VI–XII)2:00–2:30 pm
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9
MP3 Players

Permitted for Class 9–12 on weekends only, under dorm custody.

✅ Class 9–12 📅 Weekends 🔒 Dorm custody
10
School Property

Use all property with care. Breakages will result in a fine.

11
Cleanliness

Maintain perfect cleanliness in all classrooms and dormitories.

12
Banned Materials

🚫 Objectionable magazines, CDs, etc. are BANNED. Offenders face strict action and expulsion.

13
Sunday Church

Boarders will be taken to church on all Sundays.

14
Campus Boundaries

Students must not leave the campus without prior permission. Offenders will be dealt with severely.