Language Policy
Fostering multilingualism and effective communication for a global future.
Language Background
Language is a fundamental element of human communication, culture, and identity. At SRVS, we recognize its pivotal role in holistic development. This policy provides comprehensive guidance for education, encompassing multiple languages and catering to diverse linguistic backgrounds.
School Mission
"Providing holistic education that encourages our learners to become inquirers for life."
Foundations of Education
CBSE Vision: Raising educational standards to meet national and global needs through unmatched excellence.
LEADERS Values: Learners for life, Efficient, Affectionate, Determined, Efficacious, Resilient, Self-assured.
Audience: Intended for students, staff, parents, board members, and the community.
Daily Functioning
Medium of Instruction
English serves as the primary medium of instruction and is the preferred language for publications, websites, and school-parent interactions.
Knowledge & Skills
Learning goes beyond traditional boundaries. We focus on learning a language, about language, and through language in relevant contexts.
Multilingual Community
While English is preferred, we acknowledge our multilingual community. Internal support communication typically occurs in Tamil.
Languages Offered
First Language
English
Second Language
Tamil, French
Third Language
Hindi, French
Foreign Language
French (Choice based)
Mother Tongue Programme
Recognizing Tamil from Kindergarten to Grade 12 to preserve cultural identity. Includes study of Hindi for CBSE and French options.
Bhasha Sangam Initiative:
Active participation in celebrating 22 Indian languages to foster cultural appreciation and national unity.
Additional Language Support (EAL)
Foundation courses for second language learners focusing on English acquisition through tailored learning plans and assessment.
Online Reading:
Harnessing digital resources, audiobooks, and interactive platforms to cultivate a love for reading and digital literacy.
Role of the Library
A hub for literacy featuring multilingual resources, storytelling sessions, and book clubs to foster a vibrant reading culture in English, Tamil, Hindi, and French.
Translanguaging
Valuing diverse linguistic repertoires by allowing students to use their full linguistic resources (including mother tongue) for deeper conceptual understanding.
Policy Development Steering Committee
- Needs Assessment: Identifying stakeholder linguistic needs.
- Research: Reviewing international best practices.
- Stakeholder Consultation: Gathering input from experts and parents.
- Drafting: Creating preliminary policy documents.
- Review & Feedback: Solicted stakeholder revisions.
- Approval: Finalized and approved by the School Board.
Conclusion
Our Language Policy is a comprehensive framework aligning school values with international philosophies to prepare students as global citizens.