SCIENCE LABORATORIES:

BIOLOGY LAB

The Biology Laboratory plays a vital role in hands on learning, fostering scientific inquiry and bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real world applications. It offers students the opportunity to perform experiments and cultivate essential scientific skills.

• Total Area: Approximately 105 sq m.
• Room dimensions : Length : 15 m, Width : 7 m (approximate)
• Ceiling Height: Minimum of 3m ensuring adequate air and light.
• Ventilation: Cross-ventilation facilitated by large windows with exhaust fans
• Lighting: Ample natural and artificial lighting, supplemented by LED tube lights.
• Capacity : Accommodates up to 40 students comfortably at a time.

• Three spacious work tables, each accommodating groups of 4- 6 students, along with side platforms that can seat up to 10 students each.
• Comfortable stools provided for extended experiments.
• A dedicated cabin and work area for teachers.

• Multiple power outlets, extension boards are available to support various equipment and devices.

• Wide entry and exit door for easy accessibility.
• Provision of a first aid kit and fire extinguishers.
• Secured cupboards and racks for storing chemicals and fragile, expensive apparatus
• Clearly displayed safety instructions within the lab.
• Comprehensive CCTV surveillance covering the entire lab.

• The Biology lab proudly features 21 compound microscopes, 4 dissecting microscopes and a projecting microscope, providing an enhanced and independent learning experience.
• Centrifuge and water bath.
• Thermometers.
• Permanent slides and blank slides for experiment.
• Tools and trays.
• Glassware: Slides, beakers, Petri dishes, measuring cylinders, funnels, conical flasks and watch glasses.

• Preserved specimens of common plants and models of animals.
• Herbarium and bio diversity registers.
• Models of eye, ear, brain ,tooth, joints.
• A complete human skeleton made of PVC plastic.
• Cabinets for chemicals and glassware.
• Log books, stock registers and attendance registers for maintaining experiment records.

A spacious, ventilated and well-equipped biology lab offers students opportunities to directly engage with scientific concepts, solidify theoretical knowledge and make learning more engaging.

PHYSICS LAB

The Physics Laboratory serves as a space for students to explore and understand the fundamental principles of physics through practical experimentation. It supports the academic curriculum and fosters scientific inquiry and critical thinking.

• Total Area: Approximately 105 sq m.
• Room dimensions : Length : 15 m, Width : 7 m (approximate).
• Ceiling Height: Minimum of 3m suitable for tall apparatus setups such as pendulums or free-fall experiments.
• Ventilation: Cross-ventilation with large windows.
• Lighting: Adequate natural and artificial lighting enhanced by LED tube lights.

• Spacious work tables arranged to accommodate groups of 2-4 students each.
• Comfortable stools provided for extended experiments.

• Multiple power outlets, extension boards are available to support various equipment and devices.
• Regulated power supply units (RPS) for sensitive electronics experiments

• Basic apparatus: Vernier calipers, micrometers, meter scales, stopwatches, pendulums, weights and springs.
• Optics: Lenses, prisms, mirrors, spectrometers, optical benches.
• Electricity and Magnetism: Galvanometers, voltmeters, ammeters, rheostats, transformers, coils.
• Modern instruments: CROs (Cathode Ray Oscilloscopes),Telescope, digital multimeters.

• First aid kit, fire extinguishers, MCBs.
• Secured cupboards and racks for storing fragile and expensive apparatus

• Instructor’s demonstration table with additional apparatus - whiteboard for theoretical explanations
• Log books, stock registers and attendance registers for maintaining experiment records.

A well-equipped and spacious physics lab ensures effective learning by providing a hands-on experience of theoretical concepts. Proper design, facilities and safety measures create a conducive environment for scientific exploration and innovation. The facility is availed by classes X , XI and XII around 30 students can be accommodated at a time in this lab.

CHEMISTRY LAB

• Total Area: 15 meters (length) × 7meters (width) = 105 square meters.
• Ceiling Height: 3.0 meters.

• Capacity: Designed to accommodate up to 40 students comfortably at a time.

• Four central worktables equipped with gas outlets and sinks.
• Side counters with additional storage space and electrical outlets.
• Comfortable stools provided for extended experiments.

• CO₂ Fire extinguisher.
• First-aid kit.
• Chemical spill kit

• Separate storage cabinets for acids, bases, and organic solvents.
• Secured cupboards for restricted chemicals.
• Exhaust fans for proper ventilation.
• Windows with protective grills and louvered panes.

• Balances (digital and manual).
• Hot plates and Bunsen burners.
• Glassware (beakers, test tubes, burettes, etc.).
• pH meters, distillation apparatus and filtration units.
• Lab computers with chemistry simulation software.

• Continuous water supply with a drainage system.
• Gas supply with shut-off valves.
• Electrical outlets distributed throughout the lab.

The Chemistry Laboratory is well-equipped and spacious, providing a secure learning environment with comprehensive safety measures and facilities to support theoretical and practical chemistry education.

GENERAL SCIENCE LAB

The General Science lab provides students from classes III – X with opportunities to explore and understand fundamental scientific concepts through hands-on experimentation, observation and documentation.

• Total Area : 76 sqm.
• Length : 11.3meters
• Width: 6.7 meters
• Height: 3 meters

• Cross ventilation through doors and large windows with ventilators.
• Adequate natural and artificial lighting supported by LED tube lights.

• Four large lab benches for conducting experiments
• Central demonstration table for the instructor.
• Comfortable stools provided for extended experiments.

• One sink with running water.
• Seven gas outlets for Bunsen burners.
• Eight power outlets.
• Two exhaust fans for ventilation.

• Secured chemical storage cabinet.
• Open shelves for glassware and tools.

• Emergency eyewash station.
• First aid kit.
• Fire extinguishers (ABC, CO₂) and MCBs.

• Vernier calipers, meter scales, stopwatches, pendulums, weights and springs
• Lenses, prisms, mirrors, optical benches.
• Galvanometers, voltmeters, ammeters, rheostats, coils.
• Models: Human torso, Skeleton, Eye, Heart, Brain etc.

• Whiteboard for theoretical explanations.
• Logbooks, Stock registers and Attendance registers for maintaining experiment records.

The General Science Lab is well-equipped and adequately spaced for experiments at middle to high school levels, offering the necessary safety and utility features to support diverse scientific investigations.

GERMAN LANGUAGE LAB

The German Language Lab, spanning 65 sq. meters, is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to enhancing the teaching and learning of the German language. It provides a technology-driven environment to support interactive and immersive language experiences, aligning with the school’s commitment to high-quality foreign language education.

• Projector: A high-resolution projector enables multimedia presentations, interactive content, and educational videos, promoting visual learning.
• Music System: A high-quality audio system supports pronunciation drills, German songs and listening exercises to improve auditory comprehension.
• Video Conferencing Camera: Enables virtual sessions with native speakers, guest lectures and participation in international exchange programmes.

• Listening and Speaking Exercises: Students practice native dialogues to improve fluency and confidence.
• Interactive Grammar Lessons: Teacher uses digital tools for engaging grammar instruction.
• Role Plays and Simulations: Students engage in situational dialogues projected on the screen for real-life practice.
• Cultural Immersion: German festivals, music, short films and news clips provide cultural context to language learning.
• Online Language Platforms: Access to resources like Deutsche Welle for enhanced learning.
• Assessments and Presentations: Students use the lab’s technology to prepare and present projects in German.

• Encourages active engagement and self-paced learning.
• Enhances communication skills through interactive activities.
• Provides exposure to native accents and pronunciation.
• Promotes international collaboration and cultural understanding.

The German Language Lab is a valuable asset to the school’s language programme. It is a vital resource creating an immersive and supportive environment, fostering cultural and linguistic integration. With consistent use and regular updates, the lab continues to play a significant role in shaping confident and skilled German language learners.

MATHEMATICS LAB

The Mathematics Lab, covering an area of 68 sq. meters, serves as a practical learning space for students of Classes VI to VIII. It provides hands-on experiences through interactive activities and projects to make mathematical concepts tangible and relatable.

• Hands-on Learning: Provides interactive and experiential learning, allowing students to explore mathematical concepts through engaging activities and projects.
• Practical Applications: Emphasises real-life relevance of mathematical ideas. Students learn by doing which helps them understand abstract concepts thus promoting communication skills among the students.
• Collaborative Environment: Encourages group learning and teamwork.
• Innovative Approaches: Utilises technology, games, puzzles, and models to enhance learning.

Visualisation of Concepts: Helps students understand complex ideas like 3D shapes and algebraic identities.

The lab aligns with CBSE learning objectives and evaluation patterns, offering students a comprehensive and interactive mathematics education. It provides a variety of kits and tools designed to simplify the teaching and learning of mathematical concepts:

• Magnetic kits illustrating different types of angles.
• Kits for demonstrating the concept of factorisation through the method of splitting the middle term.
• Geo-boards that allow students to create polygons with any number of sides.
• Tokens for teaching the multiplication of integers.
• Nets of prisms and pyramids in various forms, which can be folded along the edges to form 3D shapes.

The lab fosters a more interactive and enjoyable learning environment, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-life application. It creates a stress-free space where students can explore and enjoy mathematics without fear. The emphasis is on experiential learning rather than rote memorisation, ensuring a meaningful and enriching educational experience.

PSYCHOLOGY LABORATORY:

The school has a well-equipped psychology laboratory designed in accordance with the CBSE curriculum for Classes XI and XII. The lab provides students with ample opportunities for experiential learning as outlined in the curriculum, which emphasises hands-on activities such as the administration, scoring, and interpretation of standardised psychological tests, and the demonstration of key psychological phenomena.

5. Laboratory Dimensions and Environment :

The lab is spacious and well-ventilated, measuring approximately 23.5 feet in length, 19 feet 4 inches in width, and 10 feet 5 inches in height. This setup provides an ideal environment for individual and group practical work, ensuring students can comfortably engage in their activities.

It contains essential experimental apparatuses such as the Mirror Drawing Apparatus, Muller-Lyer Illusion Apparatus, Reaction Time Apparatus, Attention Blink Task Setup, and Tweezer Dexterity Test. These tools facilitate demonstrations and experiments, particularly aligned with the requirements of Class XI.

The lab is well-stocked with a range of standardised psychometric tools including Raven’s Standard Progressive Matrices (RSPM), Maudsley Personality Inventory (MPI), Sixteen Personality Factor Questionnaire (16 PF), Differential Aptitude Test (DAT), Self-Concept Questionnaire (SCQ), Adjustment Inventory, and Interest Inventories. These resources help students understand and measure various psychological attributes such as intelligence, personality, aptitude, adjustment, and interests.

The laboratory is also integrated with ICT facilities, including a digi - board that is regularly used to display videos, simulations, and audio-visual presentations related to different psychological concepts. This integration enhances students’ conceptual clarity and engagement, making learning more interactive and effective.

Overall, the psychology lab ensures that students receive practical exposure aligned with CBSE’s learning objectives and evaluation patterns. It provides an enriching learning experience that bridges theoretical knowledge and practical application.

COMPUTER CENTRE:

The school houses a total of five computer labs, including four dedicated academic labs and one multimedia lab. These labs are equipped to cater to the diverse technological needs of students from Classes II to XII.

There are 105 computers in total, distributed across the labs. Four of the labs are designated for academic purposes, each containing 25 computers, including upgraded i5 and i3 models. The multimedia lab is specifically designed to support the school’s information technology programme for students in Classes IX and X.

The dimensions of the labs are as follows:

• Computer Lab 1: 108 m²
• Computer Lab 2: 30 m²
• Computer Lab 3: 105 m²
• Computer Lab 4: 86 m²
• Multimedia Lab: 78 m²

The computer labs are equipped with a range of desktop computers and HP Sim PCs to meet instructional needs:

• Desktop Computers (33 Units)
  • Processor: Intel Core i3
  • Operating System: Licensed Windows 10
  • Office Suite: Microsoft Office 2021 Standard
• HP Sim PCs (75 Units)
  • Model: HP PF 2123
  • Processor: Intel Core i5, 12th Generation
  • RAM: 8 GB
  • Storage: 512 GB SSD
  • Operating System: Licensed Windows 11
  • Office Suite: Microsoft Office 2021

The school has robust internet connectivity to ensure seamless digital learning. The labs are spread across two buildings, each equipped with its own dedicated internet connection:

• 6 Mbps Leased Line
• 300 Mbps Broadband Connection

Approximately 2,700 students benefit from the computer labs. Each lab supports a load of around 675 students, ensuring access to technology-based instruction and learning resources.

The labs are equipped with comprehensive network and security measures, including:

• Dedicated firewall protection for all computers
• Antivirus software on all systems
• CCTV surveillance for all labs

Lab sessions are conducted under the close supervision of qualified computer teachers to ensure a safe and productive environment.

All computer labs are fully air-conditioned, creating a comfortable and conducive learning atmosphere for students.

The school’s computer centre exemplifies its commitment to providing advanced technological infrastructure, enabling students to develop essential IT skills and succeed in a digital-first world.