Frequently Asked Questions

We offer education from Nursery and School (Grades 1-10) through +2 (Science, Management, Humanities, Law, Fashion Designing and Fine Arts) and Bachelor's programs affiliated with Tribhuvan University and Far Western University.

You can submit an inquiry directly from our Admissions page or any program page - just select your level of interest and fill out the short form. Our admissions team will contact you with the next steps.

Requirements vary by level and program. Generally you'll need your previous academic transcripts/certificates, a copy of citizenship or birth certificate, and passport-sized photographs. Our admissions team will confirm the exact list for your program.

Yes - we offer safe, comfortable hostel accommodation for out-of-valley students. See our Facilities page for details.

All official notices, including exam routines and results, are published on our Notices page and, for major announcements, shown as a pop-up when you visit the site.

Himalaya College follows the national curriculum prescribed by Nepal's Curriculum Development Centre, with Grade 9 and 10 leading to the SEE under the National Examinations Board. The school section runs from Nursery through Grade 10, with each level built on the syllabus and learning outcomes set by these government bodies. Subjects, textbooks, and grading practices are aligned with what NEB expects by the time a student reaches Grade 10.

Classes are taught in English medium from Nursery onward, including subjects like Science, Math, and Social Studies. Nepali is taught as a compulsory subject at every level, in line with national curriculum requirements. This gives students strong English communication skills while keeping them grounded in Nepali language and grammar.

A child should generally be around 3 years old for Nursery, 4 for LKG, and 5 for UKG, with Grade 1 typically starting at age 6. These are approximate benchmarks, and the admissions team may look at a child's readiness alongside age when making a placement decision. Parents unsure which level fits their child are welcome to discuss it directly with the school before applying.

Pre-primary classes focus on early literacy in English and Nepali, basic number sense, rhymes, drawing, and simple environmental awareness. The approach is activity-based rather than exam-heavy, since the goal at this stage is building comfort with school routines and language exposure. Motor skills, group play, and listening habits get as much attention as anything written in a copy.

Primary students study English, Nepali, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Computer, and Health/Physical Education, following the national curriculum for Basic Level. Moral education and creative subjects such as art are also part of the weekly routine. The aim through these years is to build solid reading, writing, and number skills before subjects get more technical from Grade 6.

Grade 6 to 8 covers English, Nepali, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Computer Science, and Health/Physical Education, with slightly deeper content each year as prescribed by the Curriculum Development Centre. This stage bridges the simpler primary syllabus and the more exam-focused Grade 9 and 10 curriculum. Students also start handling longer written assignments and periodic tests that resemble the format used in Secondary level.

Grade 9 and 10 students take English, Nepali, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies as compulsory subjects, matching the SEE syllabus set by the National Examinations Board. Alongside these, students choose one elective subject based on their interest and intended stream at +2. Health and Physical Education also continues as part of the regular timetable.

Students choose one elective from four options: Account (Accountancy), Computer Science, Economics, and Optional Mathematics. Himalaya College does not run any CTEVT technical or vocational elective streams, so all four choices are academic subjects meant to prepare students for +2. Parents and students are encouraged to pick the elective that matches the stream the child is likely to pursue after SEE, such as Optional Mathematics for Science or Management-bound students.

Up to Grade 8, the school uses Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE), which combines classwork, periodic tests, and terminal exams rather than relying on a single final score. From Grade 9, students move to letter grading and GPA, matching the system used for SEE. Each academic year includes first terminal, second terminal, and final examinations, with results shared through report cards and parent meetings.

Grade 10 students go through a structured lead-up to the SEE that includes regular model tests, subject-wise revision classes, and pre-board examinations set to match the difficulty and format of the actual board exam. Teachers track weak areas subject by subject and adjust extra classes accordingly in the months before the exam. Students also get guidance on exam techniques such as time management and answer presentation, which matter for scoring well under SEE's grading system.

Yes, transfer admission is open across most grades depending on seat availability at the time of application. The school will need a transfer certificate, a character certificate from the previous school, and mark sheets or report cards from the last two academic years. Once documents are verified, the admissions office will confirm the grade placement and any additional steps needed to complete enrollment.

• Sports such as football, cricket, basketball, and athletics
• Clubs covering art, debate, science, and cultural activities
• School-level competitions, annual functions, and inter-house events

These activities run alongside academics rather than as an occasional add-on, giving students a regular outlet beyond the classroom. Participation is encouraged for all grades, with age-appropriate events organized separately for junior and senior students.

Class sizes are kept moderate so that teachers can track individual student progress rather than teaching to a large, anonymous group. This matters especially at the pre-primary and primary levels, where a child's early comfort with reading and speaking depends heavily on how much direct attention they get. Exact section sizes can vary a little by grade and academic year, so parents can ask the admissions office for current numbers.

The school day is structured around periods for each subject, with a short assembly at the start and breaks built in between classes for younger students to rest and eat. Primary and lower secondary students generally have a shorter day than Grade 9 and 10 students, whose timetable includes more periods to cover the SEE syllabus. Physical education, library time, or club activities are usually worked into the weekly schedule rather than left as extras.

Homework is assigned regularly but is scaled to the grade level, light and activity-based for younger children and more substantial for Grade 9 and 10 students preparing for SEE. Exams follow the terminal and final structure common to Nepali schools, with periodic class tests in between to keep track of ongoing understanding. Teachers generally review homework and test results with students directly so mistakes get corrected before they pile up.

Computer is introduced as a subject from the primary level and continues right through to Grade 10, covering basic digital literacy first and moving into more structured computer science concepts in higher grades. Students who choose Computer Science as their Grade 9/10 elective go further, covering programming basics and computer applications relevant to SEE. The goal is that by Grade 10, students are comfortable with everyday computer use and have a working foundation for +2 level computer subjects if they choose that path.

Enrollment starts with an inquiry to the school, either through the website form, a phone call, or a visit to the admissions office at Koteshwor. The admissions team will explain the grade-wise requirements, share the list of documents needed, and guide the family through the application and placement process. Once documents are submitted and verified, the school confirms the seat and enrollment for the requested grade.

Admission inquiries can be submitted online through the inquiry form on the school's website, or by contacting the admissions office directly by phone or in person. The admissions team typically responds within a couple of working days to confirm seat availability and next steps. For faster follow-up during busy admission periods, calling the office directly after submitting an inquiry can help.

For most grades, especially the higher ones, the school conducts a basic entrance assessment to understand a student's current academic level in subjects like English and Mathematics. This is not meant to be a high-pressure exam, it simply helps teachers place the student appropriately and identify any support they may need early on. Nursery and other pre-primary admissions usually involve a simple interaction with the child rather than a formal test.

Once a student completes Grade 10 and appears for the SEE, they move on to +2 (Grade 11 and 12), choosing a stream such as Science, Management, or Humanities based on their SEE results and interests. Students who have studied at Himalaya College through the school section can continue directly into the college's +2 programs, which makes the transition smoother since teachers already know the student's academic history. Families are also free to apply elsewhere for +2 if that fits their plans better.

Students are required to wear the school uniform on regular school days, with a separate uniform typically used for physical education or sports days. Stationery and books required for each grade are shared with parents at the start of the academic year so they can be arranged in advance. The school office can guide parents on where uniforms and prescribed books are available if needed.

Yes, parent-teacher meetings are held periodically through the year, usually around terminal exam results, so parents get a direct update on their child's academic and behavioral progress. These meetings are also where teachers flag any subject a student is struggling with and discuss what support is being planned. Parents can request an additional meeting with a subject teacher outside these scheduled dates if a concern comes up.

Teachers identify struggling students mainly through class performance and periodic test results, then follow up with extra attention during class or additional practice work. For Grade 9 and 10 students heading toward SEE, this often means targeted revision in the specific subject or topic causing difficulty rather than generic extra classes. Parents are kept informed through report cards and meetings so support at home can match what is happening at school.

Yes, Nepali is a compulsory subject at every grade from Nursery through Grade 10, regardless of English being the medium of instruction for other subjects. This follows the national curriculum requirement that all students build proficiency in Nepali language and literature. Nepali is also assessed in the same terminal, final, and SEE exam structure as other compulsory subjects.

No, Himalaya College's school section does not run any CTEVT technical or vocational elective streams. The elective options at Grade 9 and 10 are limited to four academic subjects, Account, Computer Science, Economics, and Optional Mathematics, chosen to align with common +2 academic streams. Families looking specifically for a CTEVT vocational track at the school level would need to look elsewhere.

Health and Physical Education is part of the timetable from primary level through Grade 10, covering physical activity, basic health awareness, and hygiene topics appropriate to each age group. It is treated as a regular subject with its own periods rather than an occasional activity, and it also feeds into the sports and games the school organizes. This continues right up to Grade 10 alongside the SEE-focused academic subjects.

For a fresh admission, parents are generally asked for the child's birth certificate, recent passport-size photographs, and previous academic records if the child has attended school before. Additional documents may be requested depending on the grade, such as a migration or transfer certificate if applicable. The admissions office shares the exact checklist based on the specific grade and situation at the time of inquiry.

Most grades follow a pattern of a first terminal exam, a second terminal exam, and a final exam spread across the academic year, with periodic class tests in between. Results from each exam feed into the report card and, for Grade 9 and 10, into the GPA system that mirrors SEE grading. This structure gives both students and parents regular checkpoints rather than relying on one exam at year end.

Electives are generally meant to be chosen at the start of Grade 9 and carried through to SEE, since the subject builds on itself over the two years. A change is sometimes possible early in Grade 9 if there is a genuine reason and the school is informed promptly, but it becomes difficult once the syllabus has progressed. Parents are encouraged to discuss the elective choice carefully with teachers before finalizing it, considering the student's intended +2 stream.

Teachers and the admissions or counseling staff generally guide students on matching their Grade 9/10 elective to the +2 stream they are aiming for, such as Optional Mathematics for Science, or Account and Economics for Management. This conversation usually happens toward the end of Grade 8 or the start of Grade 9, when subject choices need to be finalized. The goal is to avoid a mismatch where a student reaches +2 without the subject background their chosen stream expects.

Any candidate who has completed +2 (or an equivalent qualification) with a minimum grade of D+ in all subjects of Grade 11 and 12 is eligible for admission to the BA, BSW and BBS programs, affiliated with Tribhuvan University.

Candidates should have completed a BBS programme or any bachelor's degree from Tribhuvan University, or from any other university recognized by Tribhuvan University. The Faculty of Management (FOM) conducts a Central Management Admission Test (CMAT) for admission to the MBS programme, which has 40 seats.

Yes. Students who rank first, second or third in the final examination are entitled to full or partial scholarships. Scholarships are also awarded on a merit basis every year to financially underprivileged students.

Teaching combines lectures, seminars and personal tutorials. In seminars, small groups of students evaluate case studies and discuss lecture material in depth; personal tutorial sessions let students discuss any aspect of a course one-to-one with their tutor. All teaching takes place in fully-equipped lecture rooms with projectors and modern support systems.

Yes. Himalaya College, Koteshwor is accessible from all corners of the Kathmandu Valley via the Ring Road, which has regular public transportation. The college also provides its own transportation facility to and from various parts of the Valley for interested non-residential students.

Yes. Himalaya College promotes strong links with the business community through site visits, part-time employment opportunities and study projects, helping students learn to apply their knowledge to real business problems.