GENERAL SCHOOL POLICIES
- ADMISSION ENROLMENT POLICIES
- Admission Requirements
Students seeking admission to Casa Real Montessori, Inc. must submit or comply with the following requirements:
- Pre-Elementary (Casa)
- We accept 2 ½ years old
- Able to express himself orally and move around with ease
- Toilet-trained
- Must pass the interview and entrance examinations
- Original & photocopy of Birth Certificate
- Original & photocopy of Baptismal Certificate (Catholics only)
As per order by the Department of Education:
- Pre-Kinder I - must be three (3) years old as of August 31.
- Junior Casa (Pre-Kinder II) - must be four (4) years old as of August 31.
- Senior Casa (Kinder) - must be five (5) years old as of August 31.
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- Elementary and High School
Grade 1 Transferees
- Kindergarten Certificate of Completion
- Report Card or School Form 9 (SF9)
- Early Childhood Care and Development Checklist (ECCD)
- PSA Birth Certificate
- Baptismal Certificate (for Catholics)
- Medical Certificate
- Entrance Evaluation
Grade 2 to 6 Transferees
- Report Card or School Form 9 (SF9)
- Learner Permanent Record for Elementary (SF 10-ES)
- PSA Birth Certificate
- Baptismal Certificate (for Catholics)
- Certificate of Good Moral Character
- Medical Certificate
- Entrance Evaluation
Grade 7 to 10 Transferees
- Report Card or School Form 9 (SF9)
- Learner Permanent Record for Junior High School (SF10-JHS)
- PSA Birth Certificate
- Baptismal Certificate (for Catholics)
- Recommendation Form from the Guidance Counselor or Class Adviser
- Recommendation Form from the Principal
- Medical Certificate
- Entrance Evaluation
*For Foreign Students only
Certified true copy of ACR or ICR and Student Permit from DepEd and Bureau of Immigration
*No students are considered officially enrolled unless all requirements are completely submitted.
B. Re-Admission
Students who transferred to another school and would like to come back are treated as new students as far as admission policies are concerned.
C. Admissions for Special Cases
- Academic Probation
This is to make the student aware of the need to improve his academic performance. A student will be under academic probation if he falls under any of the following conditions:
a.1 transferees
a.2 a student repeating for the first time
a.3 a student who fails any of the subjects
b. Academic and Disciplinary Probation
This is to make the student aware of the need to improve his conduct. He will be given Academic or Disciplinary probation under any of the following conditions:
b.1 transferees
b.2 a student with failing mark in any subject from previous school year
b.3 a student recommended to be under disciplinary probation by the Homeroom Advisers, the Guidance Counselor, and the Principal.
After the probationary period, the student will be evaluated by the Homeroom Adviser, the Guidance Counselor and the Principal for recommendation for promotion. Upon evaluation, the student who did not pass the probationary period will be recommended for non-readmission.
D. Reservation
- Reservation fee is imposed prior to admission of old and new students
- The fee is NON-REFUNDABLE and NON-TRANSFERABLE
- Reservation fee is part of the basic fee and is deductible from the total amount of the tuition and miscellaneous fees.
E. Tuition and Miscellaneous fees
The Business Office takes charge of the school finances. Tuition and miscellaneous fees should be settled in this office.
Tuition fee may be charged in full and due upon enrolment for it may be paid in installment basis within the school year, a week or two before certain examination dates.
Miscellaneous fees are charged in full and due upon enrolment. All students are charged with these fees.
F. Policies on Refund
- All fees other than the tuition fee are non-refundable.
- A student who withdraws from the school after enrolment shall be governed by Sec. 66, page 258, Manual of Regulations for Private School, which states:
TUITION CHARGES
“A student who transfers or otherwise withdraws in writing, within two weeks after the beginning of classes and who has already paid the pertinent tuition and other school fees in full may be charged ten percent (10%) of the total amount due for the term if he withdraws within the first week of classes, twenty percent (20%) if within the second week of classes, regardless of whether or not he has actually attended classes. The student will be charged all the school fees in full if he withdraws anytime after the second week of classes.”
Transfer
A parent who seeks to transfer his/her child to another school during the school year should write a letter (in duplicate) addressed to the School Administrator stating the reason for such transfer. All fees for the specific school year must be settled before the approval of the transfer.
- Non-payment of financial obligations of the student to the school will mean the withholding of the student’s credentials and other school records.
II. ACADEMIC POLICIES: Promotion and Retention
- Pre-Elementary
Promotion is based on the following:
1. Completion of Casa Curriculum
2. Child’s psychological readiness
3. Candidates for Grade 1 are expected to:
a. write legibly in script or cursive
b. can perform three (3) operations in Math using four-digit numbers
c. must be able to read phonetic words, consonant blend, consonant digraph and phonogram words.
4. Must be emotionally and socially ready
- Elementary (Grades 1-6)
Grade 1 to 6 has to accomplish the Montessori checklist prepared for each level. In a Montessori Elementary classroom, students progress to the next level by mastering lessons at their own pace, ensuring a deep and meaningful understanding of each concept. Unlike traditional grading systems, Montessori education emphasizes mastery through hands-on learning, self-directed exploration, and individualized instruction. Teachers carefully observe each child’s development, guiding them through progressively challenging lessons tailored to their unique learning style. When a student demonstrates confidence and competence in a particular subject, they naturally advance to the next level, fostering independence, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning. This approach empowers children to take ownership of their education while building a strong foundation for future academic success.
- High School (Grades 7-10)
A final grade of 75 or higher in all learning areas allows the student to be promoted to the next grade level.
For Grades 7-10, a learner who does not meet expectations in at most two learning areas must take remedial classes. Remedial classes are conducted after the Final Grades have been computed. Students are advised to take Summer Classes. The learner must pass the remedial classes to be promoted to the next grade level.
Summative Assessments: These are also given during remedial classes. These are recorded, computed, weighted, and transmuted in the same way as the Trimestral Grade. The equivalent of the Final Grade for remedial classes is the Remedial Class Mark (RCM). The Final Grade at the end of the school year and the Remedial Class Mark are averaged. This results in the Recomputed Final Grade. If the Recomputed Final Grade is 75 or higher, the student is promoted to the next grade level. However, students will be retained in the grade level if their Recomputed Final Grade is below 75%.
GUIDELINES ON CLASSROOM ASSESSMENT FOR GRADES 7-10
(Based on DepEd Order No. 8, s. 2015)
Assessment is a process that is used to keep track of learner’s progress in relation to learning standards and in the development of 21st-century skills. It aims to promote self-reflection and personal accountability among students about their own learning.
Classroom Assessment is an ongoing process of identifying, gathering, organizing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative information about what learners know and can do.
Teachers should employ classroom assessment methods that are consistent with curriculum standards. It is important for teachers to always inform learners about the objectives of the lesson so that the latter will aim to meet or even exceed the standards. The teacher provides immediate feedback to students about their learning progress. Classroom assessment also measures the achievement of competencies by the learners. The two types of classroom assessment are formative and summative.
1. Formative Assessment may be given any time during the teaching and learning process. It is characteristically informal and is intended to help students identify strengths and weaknesses in order to learn from the assessment experience. It is also a way to check the effectiveness of instruction. Formative Assessment must also provide students with immediate feedback on how well they are learning throughout the teaching-learning process. Recommendations on how they can improve themselves should also be given by the teachers. This enables the students to take responsibility for their own learning and make decisions about their progress.
2. Summative Assessment measures whether learners have met the content and performance standards. This usually occurs at the end of a particular unit or toward the end of a period of learning in order to describe the standard reached by the learner. The results of summative assessment are recorded. It is reported to the learners and their parents/guardians. They are also reported to the school heads.
Components of Summative Assessment
Summative Assessment is classified into three components: Written Work, Performance Tasks, and Trimestral Assessment. These three will be the bases for grading.
- Written Work ensures that students are able to express skills and concepts in written form. Written Work, which may include long quizzes and unit or long tests, helps strengthen test-taking skills among learners. Other written work may include essays, written reports, and other written output.
- Performance Task allows learners to show what they know and are able to do in diverse ways. They may create or innovate products or do performance-based tasks. Performance tasks may include skills demonstrations, group presentations, oral work, multimedia presentations, and research projects.
- Trimestral Assessment measures student learning at the end of the trimester. These may be in the form of objective tests, performance-based assessments, or a combination thereof.
GRADING SYSTEM
The K to 12 Basic Education Program uses a standard- and competency-based grading system.
All grades will be based on the weighted raw score of the learners’ summative assessments.
The minimum grade needed to pass a specific learning area is 60, which is transmuted to 75% in the report card. The lowest mark that can appear in the report card is 60 for the trimestral grade and the final grade. Learners from Grades 1-10 are graded on Written Work, Performance Tasks, and Trimestral Assessment every trimester. These three are given specific percentage weights that vary according to the nature of the learning area.
Table 1. Weight of the Components for Grade 1-10
GRADING SYSTEM
The K to 12 Basic Education Program uses a standard- and competency-based grading system.
All grades will be based on the weighted raw score of the learners’ summative assessments.
The minimum grade needed to pass a specific learning area is 60, which is transmuted to 75% in the report card. The lowest mark that can appear in the report card is 60 for the trimestral grade and the final grade. Learners from Grades 1-10 are graded on Written Work, Performance Tasks, and Trimestral Assessment every trimester. These three are given specific percentage weights that vary according to the nature of the learning area.
Table 1. Weight of the Components for Grade 1-10
HONORS AND AWARDS (HIGH SCHOOL)
1. Academic Excellence Awards
These awards are given to top graduating students. At the end of the school year, the Academic Excellence Award is given to learners who have attained a General Average of at least 90% and a passing Final Grade in all learning areas. The average grade per trimester is reported as a whole number following DepEd Order No.8, s. 2015.
GUIDELINES ON AWARDS AND RECOGNITION (Based on DepEd Order No. 26, s.2016)
The policy guidelines on Awards and Recognition aims to give all learners equal opportunity to excel in relation to the standard set by the curriculum and focus on their own performance rather than to compete with one another. It recognizes that all students have their unique strengths that need to be identified, strengthened, and publicly acknowledged. The giving of awards and recognition is but one of the many ways by which the teachers and the school can provide students with positive feedback and affirmation, which can improve the learners’ confidence, self-awareness, and enthusiasm for learning. A simple recognition may be given per trimester or at the end of the school year.
2. Special Awards
A number of special awards are given to deserving students.
These are the following:
2.1 Conduct Awards are given to students who have conformed with the school’s rules and regulations throughout their stay in the school.
2.2 Leadership Awards are given to graduates who actively participated in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities and showed exemplary leadership skills.
2.3 Loyalty Awards are given to graduates who studied from Casa to Grade 10 in the institution.
2.4 Service Awards are given to those students who voluntarily, naturally and exemplarily observe the Core Value of the school, this is “service” throughout the year. Lest to say that, the most outstanding award every child must desire to receive at the end of each academic year. “Service” is the epitome of all virtues expected of every child to learn and to put into practice.
SUSPENSION OF CLASSES
Classes are automatically suspended:
a. When announced by the Department of Education.
b. In case of Typhoon Signal No. 1 is announced by PAG-ASA, Mayor, Governor and Malacañang, Pre-school/Casa will have no classes.
c. And if Typhoon Signal No. 2 is announced by PAG-ASA, Barangay Captain, Mayor or Governor, Pre-School, Grade School and High School will have no classes.
d. Heat Index Policy
The school recognizes the importance of student safety and well-being, especially during periods of extreme heat. In light of this, the following policy will be observed throughout the school year:
1. Class Continuation During High Heat Index
• The school will continue to hold regular classes regardless of announcements from the local government unit regarding class suspensions due to high heat index.
• This decision is based on the fact that all classrooms are fully air-conditioned, ensuring a comfortable and safe learning environment for students.
2. Safety and Hydration Measures
• Students are encouraged to stay hydrated by bringing their own water bottles. Water stations will be available throughout the campus.
• The school will monitor students for any signs of heat-related illnesses and provide immediate assistance if needed.
3. Outdoor Activities
• Outdoor activities, including PE classes, recess, and extracurricular events, may be adjusted or relocated indoors during days of extreme heat to prevent heat exhaustion.
• The school will follow appropriate guidelines to ensure that students remain safe while engaging in any physical activities.
4. Parental Concerns
• Parents who have concerns about their child’s health due to extreme heat may coordinate with the school administration for any necessary arrangements.
By implementing these measures, the school ensures that students can continue their education in a safe and comfortable environment despite external heat advisories.
Note: Commuters will be released upon announcement of suspension of classes
REPORT CARD
Report cards are issued during the Parent-Teacher Conference at the end of every term. It should be signed by the Parents and returned to the class advisers within three days upon its issuance. Report Cards will be issued at the end of the school year upon the student’s completion of Clearance.
TRANSCRIPT OF RECORDS
No records shall be supplied to any students whose account has not been settled. Transcript of record is issued solely upon request of the present school the student is enrolled in. Such transcript of record will not be hand-carried; it must be sent directly to the school requesting it.
DISMISSAL/EXPULSION
After due investigation, the School reserves the right to drop from its rolls during the school year any student who is troublesome by reason of misconduct, or who persistently disobeys the rules and regulations, and who refuses to improve after repeated admonitions.
STUDENT’S DIARY
Every student should bring his/her Student’s Diary every class day. All school correspondences will be in the student’s diary. Therefore, it is important that the parents check it always. Moreover, parents may write their messages or notes to the teacher in the Diary.
SCHOOL-HOME COMMUNICATION
The school regularly communicates through circulars, official letters and Reply Slips and should be signed by the parents or guardian. Reply Slips will be returned to the teachers-advisers within two (2) days. Signed Reply Slips will be valid and official.