Balvatika – Pre-Primary Wing

Army Public School, Clement Town

Balvatika is the dedicated pre-primary wing of Army Public School, Clement Town. It offers a joyful, safe, and nurturing environment that promotes holistic development through play-based and activity-oriented learning. Our approach supports each child’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth.

Our Legacy

Established in 1992 as Golden Key Nursery School, the institution evolved over the years—becoming SAPS in 2006, Golden Key Pre-Primary School in 2011—and is now proudly known as APS Clement Town – Pre-Primary Wing (Balvatika).

Strength at a Glance

• Total Students: 400+

• Teaching Staff: 15 highly qualified and experienced teachers

• Activity Teachers: 2

• Music Teacher: 1

• Special Educator: 1

• Helping Staff: 19

Our Aim

We focus on building a strong foundation for lifelong learning by:

• Encouraging curiosity and creativity

• Developing social skills and good habits

• Building early literacy and numeracy skills

• Promoting values such as discipline, respect, and independence

Infrastructure & Children’s Attractions

• Spacious area for morning assembly, playground, and outdoor activities

• Theme-based, well-furnished classrooms

• Plastic play stations in the playground

• Refreshing splash pool

• Beautiful nature park

• Serene temple within the campus

• Colourful, attractive, and child-friendly campus

• Fully equipped activity room

• Well-resourced resource room

Children’s Safety & Security

Safety is our top priority. We ensure a secure environment through:

• 24×7 CCTV surveillance across the campus

• Strict no-entry policy (no entry without prior permission)

• Teachers remain on campus for one hour after student dispersal

• Two Ayahs permanently stationed at toilets for hygiene and supervision

• One Ayah accompanies children in each school bus during pick-up and drop

• Controlled and supervised entry–exit during school hours

• Child-friendly safety protocols followed at all times

Classes Offered

• Balvatika – I

• Balvatika – II

• Balvatika – III

Each level is age-appropriate and designed to meet the developmental needs of young learners.

Curriculum & Activities

Our curriculum follows experiential and play-way methods, including:

• Language development (stories, rhymes, conversation)

• Early numeracy skills

• Art & craft

• Music and movement

• Games and physical activities

• Moral values and good manners

Learning is made engaging with smart classrooms, colourful spaces, and child-friendly teaching aids.

Admission Procedure

Admissions follow Army Welfare Education Society (AWES) guidelines:

1. Subject to availability of seats

2. Parents fill the prescribed admission form (available from school office / website)

3. Informal interaction with child and parents (no written test)

4. Document verification at the time of admission

Age Criteria (as on 31st March of the academic year):

• Balvatika – I: 3+ years

• Balvatika – II: 4+ years

• Balvatika – III: 5+ years

Documents Required:

• Birth Certificate (issued by competent authority)

• Transfer Certificate (if applicable)

• Aadhaar Card (Child & Parents – if available)

• Passport-size photographs of the child

• Service Certificate / Dependent Certificate (for Army personnel)

Why Choose Balvatika at APS Clement Town?

• Safe and secure campus

• Experienced and caring teachers

• Child-friendly infrastructure

• Balanced focus on academics and co-curricular activities

• Strong emphasis on values and discipline

Parent–School Partnership

We view parents as active partners in their child’s learning journey. Regular parent-teacher interactions ensure collaborative support for every child’s overall development.

Balvatika – Where learning begins with joy, care, and confidence.