the hostel
Kalimpong is a sub-division of Darjeeling District which falls under the state of West Bengal of India. Kalimpong is 50 kilometres away from the nearest airport (Bagdogra) and the nearest railway station (New Jalpaiguri). The drive to Kalimpong is along the river Teesta and is the most picturesque in the world. You will not feel that you have travelled two and a half hours to this hill station at an elevation of 4000 msl. The climatic conditions are unique because the summers are very pleasant and the winters are mild making is suitable for people of all ages.
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The hostel "GURUKUL" is 5 kilometres away from Kalimpong Town. Situated in an educational environment, attached with VRINDAVAN SCHOOL, 12th Mile, Kalimpong. It is surrounded by nature where the sound of the brooks and the chirping of the birds being the wake up call for the students.
The hostel caters for both boys and girls from the age group from 4 years and above.
The Junior Dormitory
It has separate dormitories for juniors, seniors, girls and boys. Each hostel has separate experienced maids and matrons to look after the needs of the children.
The kitchen is a separate unit, which is common to all the students. We provide English and Hindu cuisine and are taught table manners while they eat. Extra diet is available on special request.
The Infirmary
A full-fledged infirmary is attached with the hostel. A trained nurse is on call twenty-four hours along with a doctor's visit. Moreover, Kalimpong always boasts of the best medical facilities within North Bengal.
The Entertainment Room
A separate room is provided for entertainment. Television, Internet, various indoor games are there for the children.
Outdoor games are a must to keep the children fit and healthy, popular games such as football, volleyball, cricket, basketball, swimming, badminton, etc., can be availed of within the school premises.
Strict study hours are maintained, during prep classes. Extra tuitions in any subjects can be provided for, as per the need of each child.
Exeat permits are granted once a month for the children to go to town for outing. Maids escort the junior students on outing days.
Picnics, trekking and nature walks broaden the ideas of students, which we encourage.
Certain rules and regulations, which the student of the hostel have to follow, are attached with the form along with the fee structure of the hostel.
BOARDING FEES
| Annual charges | |||||
| Library & Craft | Games & Picnic | Development Fund | Entertainment Fee | Postage | Security Deposit |
100 |
200 |
300 |
200 |
200 |
2000 |
| Total fees payable at the time of admission | ||||
| Admission Form / Charges | Annual Charges | Security Deposit | Board & Lodging (one month) | Total |
300 |
1000 |
2000 |
3200 |
6500 |
Note:
1. Amounts mentioned above are in Indian Rupees (INR)
2. Boarding and lodging charges are payable for 10 months.
LIST OF PERSONAL ITEMS FOR BOARDERS
| List of clothes for boarders | |||
| Sr. No | Item | For Girls | For Boys |
1 |
White full sleeved school (school) |
2 |
4 |
2 |
White half sleeved shirt (school) |
2 |
2 |
3 |
Grey half shorts |
- |
3 |
4 |
Grey tunic |
3 |
- |
5 |
Machine knitted school sweater |
1 |
1 |
6 |
School tie |
2 |
2 |
7 |
School socks |
3 |
3 |
8 |
Black laced schoes |
2 |
2 |
9 |
White P.T. shoes |
2 |
2 |
10 |
Underwear |
8 |
8 |
11 |
White vests |
4 |
6 |
12 |
Night suits |
2 |
2 |
13 |
Bath towel |
3 |
3 |
14 |
Bathroom slippers |
2 |
2 |
15 |
Handkerchiefs |
12 |
12 |
16 |
Umbrella |
1 |
1 |
17 |
Bedsheets |
3 |
3 |
18 |
Counterpane (Bed-cover) |
2 |
2 |
19 |
Pillow |
1 |
1 |
20 |
Pillow cases |
3 |
3 |
21 |
Blankets |
1 |
1 |
22 |
Quilt |
1 |
1 |
23 |
Quilt cover |
2 |
2 |
24 |
Bedding holder |
1 |
1 |
25 |
Trunk |
1 |
1 |
26 |
Hand Bag |
1 |
1 |
27 |
School Bag |
1 |
1 |
| List of extra private clothes | |||
| Sr. No | Item | For Girls | For Boys |
1 |
Long pants |
- |
3 |
2 |
Half pants |
5 |
2 |
3 |
Dresses / pants |
5 |
- |
4 |
Shirts |
- |
3 |
5 |
T-Shirts |
3 |
3 |
6 |
Jacket |
1 |
1 |
7 |
Sweater |
3 |
3 |
| List of toileteries (common for boys and girls) | ||
| Sr. No | Item | Quantity |
1 |
Soap |
4 |
2 |
Talcum powder(big) |
1 |
3 |
Toothpaste(big) |
4 |
4 |
Toothbrush |
4 |
5 |
Shoe brush |
1 |
6 |
Shoe polish |
4 |
7 |
Hair oil(big) |
1 |
8 |
Soap dish |
1 |
9 |
Nail cutter |
1 |
10 |
Comb |
1 |
11 |
Toilet paper(big) |
6 |
12 |
Hangers |
6 |
13 |
Lock & Key |
1 |
14 |
Plastic mug |
1 |
15 |
Cream (charmis-big) |
1 |
Note:
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ALL ARTICLES MUST HAVE NAME TAGS OR NAMES WRITTEN ON IT.
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If any of the above articels are not brought, or falls short, the school / hostel authorities will be compelled to order the same from the local market, and the bill will be sent accordingly.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Security Deposit of Rs. 2000/- will be refunded to the applicant after three months of the date of application.
2. Extra tuition, care fare, medical bills and special diet (if any required) will be charged extra, at actual.
3. All items mentioned in the clothes list must be brought along otherwise, we will purchase the same and place the bills for payment.
4. Your ward should not have any valuable items or cash in their possession
5. No child can be withdrawn during the session. If withdrawn, the parent has to bear the cost of the whole year for the reservation of the seat.
6. It is compulsory to the parents to take their children for their holidays. Please collect your ward as according to the holiday list and bring them back on that specific date and time, otherwise a fine of Rs. 50 / day will be charged extra.
7. Fees should be paid by the 1st week of each month, or quaterly instalment in advance, as long overdues will not be entertained.
8. Parents are requested to enclose Birth Certificate, Heath Certificate etc. at the time of admission.
9. The hostel authorities are to be informed in advance about whether the child suffers from any sort of abnormal disease.
10. Parents must give in writing about the visiting local guardian and the local guardians are permitted to take the children only afte a written request from the child's parent.
11. Please read and understand all the above rules carefully.