Frequently Asked Boarding Life Questions

Q :- What do student need to bring?

A :- Requirement --- storage space within the Dorm is limited so students need to be careful with their packing.They will need - 6 sets of School Uniform - 6 sets of sports uniform - 1pr school black shoes - 1 pr sports shoes - 6 sets under garments - 3 sets night wear - Swim wear as school list - 3 sets casual wear - 1 set formal wear - 3 towels - Toiletries in a bag - Water bottle - Mug and bucket - Laundry bag - Bathroom slippers/floaters - 1pr formal shoes - 1pr casual shoes - 2 Padlock and key - Bag for carrying books to school - Small ruck sack to take on outings They may also bring - Some personal items to decorate their desk - An alarm clock - Tennis racquet - Squash racquet - Musical instrument - Some favourite books Laptops, MP3 players Mobile phones and other electronic devises need to be checked and registered by dorm parent. He/she will decide whether student may keep the item in school or not. It is advised that such items be kept at a minimum and that less expensive models are brought to school. Money should be registered and handed over to the accounts office to be put in their account. Students must not keep more than about 200/- with them as the school can take no responsibility for lost money. Food items must be given to the Dorm Parent for storage as food may not be kept in the Dorm rooms. Dorm parent will give these items to students at appropriate times. Registered items will be issued for use by the students according to the rules and timings set by the Dorm. Students found with unregistered items will have them confiscated.

Q :-Where will student stay?

A :-The LIS Boarding facility is divided into two separate halves each with a separate entrance. One is for boys and one for girls. The rooms are for two and six students each with its own bathroom. Student will be assigned a bed in one of the rooms. The space will have a bed, desk and chair and a cupboard for student's things. A group of rooms constitutes a Dorm and will be under the care of a Dorm Parent.

Q :-Who will care for student?

A :-Each Dorm, about 20 students is under the care of a Dorm Parent. Like your own parents at home your Dorm Parent will be there to guide you through your life at LIS. He/she is there to help you solve your problems, we make sure students are following the school rules, give you good advice and generally care for you.

Q :-What will happen when you arrive?

A :-Boarders will arrive on the Saturday afternoon before school starts. You will first meet the Admissions Manager with your parents and she will check your papers and then direct you to your Dorm Parent. You and your Parents will then meet the Dorm Parent, hand over and discuss your health form so that the Dorm Parent is aware of any medical condition you may have. You will then be shown your room. At this point you and your parents may go for tea, pick up uniforms and books and any other materials you may need. You then say goodbye to your Parents and return to your dorm to unpack and get ready for the first roll call and dorm meeting at 6.30pm. Where do I go for Help? Your Dorm Parent should be your first option for anything to do with your health, welfare or personal problems, if you need help with your studies then consult your Class Teacher. The school Counsellor is always available if you feel your problem needs that kind of guidance. Otherwise any one will direct you if you can?t find your class for example.