A school is also what it normalises

The everyday life

A school is not only what it teaches. It is also what it normalises. At HLC, the everyday culture is calm, respectful, and attentive. Children are known, not managed. A few things that shape how school feels, day to day.

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A culture of respect

  • Adults speak to children with respect, even during conflict.
  • Children are taught to repair and try again, not only to avoid mistakes.
  • Rules exist to protect learning and dignity, not to control.
  • Children are encouraged to speak up and think clearly.
  • Inclusion is part of the classroom design, not a separate room.

Community and celebrations

School feels meaningful when children are part of something larger than themselves.

We create space for performances, exhibitions, games, service, and shared moments that build identity and belonging.

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Responsibility and initiative

Over the years, HLC learners and facilitators have built initiatives in inclusion, sports integrity, public problem solving, and social entrepreneurship.

  • Children learn to organise, contribute, and lead in age-appropriate ways.
  • Older learners learn to take responsibility for outcomes, not only participation.
  • Adults enable, guide, and hold standards.

What families notice

A parent voice

The students and teachers were willing and enthusiastic to get their hands dirty. By the end, I felt that they were able to develop a sense of connection with the soil and our planet.

Alladi Mahadevan

Organic Farmer, Parent and Co-designer of Shashvatam

Q&A

A few practical questions we are often asked. If you are unable to find what you are looking for, email us at comm@ hlcschool.in

What are the school timings?
Timings vary by section. Please refer to the admissions Q&A for the current schedule.

Is food provided by the school?
Children bring their own snacks and lunch.

Can we visit the campus?
We do not do walk-in visits. Admissions begin with an online application, and we invite families for the next steps when there is potential alignment.

Want to understand fit?

Start with admissions. If there is potential alignment and seat possibility, we will invite you for a dialogue and an on-campus interaction.