School Franchising

Setting up a CBSE school just got easier as schools will no longer need an NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the CBSE for applying for affiliation. Amendment to policy Byelaws Last month, an amendment was made to a rule on CBSE affiliation by-laws. According to a CBSE circular, dated July 8, 2013, “A school seeking provisional affiliation with the Board must have formal prior recognition of the State/U.T. government and also produce evidence to this effect that the applicant school had intimated the education department of the State about the application made to CBSE seeking affiliation with the Board.” Only if the CBSE receives an objection to the application does the school need to produce an NOC from the State. “In case the board receives objections during the application process of the school, it may ask the concerned school to produce the NOC from the State government or Union Territory or otherwise it would be assumed that the concerned State/UT government has no objection,” the amendment says. The circular also says the amendment in the affiliation bye-laws was made on the recommendations made by the affiliation committee in a meeting on June 24, and the subsequent approval of the governing body of the Board. As per the earlier rule, the application of the school seeking provisional affiliation with the CBSE must either be forwarded to the Board by the State government or there should be an NOC to the effect. Our Reaction At the outset, it looks like a good move and will really simplify the process of setting up a school and ensure speedy affiliation to the CBSE. This move will not only remove the bureaucratic delays and hurdles but also put an end to the heavy bribes that officials and politicians demand from the schools to grant the NOC. This will also encourage existing state board schools to shift to CBSE since CBSE schools are preferred by parents for the standard of education they offer. This trend will be seen in states like Tamil Nadu where the state boards not only have to follow a traditional schooling curriculum and have also have fee regulation and many administrative constraints under which they have to operate. Reaction from the states Education, under the constitution has always been a state subject and hence, states are not expected to relinquish control over the school system so easily so there may be policy announcements on this subject, which may impose some new controls in the coming months. We would hope nothing of this happens but will have to wait and watch. Even if no policy change is made by the states they can still send objections to the CBSE regarding granting the affiliation, but the tediousness of the process might make the state government selective about this. But it has to be seen how each state government will react to it. However for now, we can say it is a huge step in the right direction and Mr. Shashi Tharoor should be thanked for taking this step – which has been a long standing demand of the school sector! If this news has made you excited to setup a CBSE School- Do fill up the form and we can get you started in the process of opening your dream school in your city.

Want to Start a School in Sikkim A school serves as the platform to groom and nurture children for their holistic growth by offering an environment that stimulates learning. In India, there are numerous institutions that offer uniform standards of education. Still, there is an unending demand for more educational institutions to address the needs of our country’s growing population. Moreover, the need to impart quality education has paved the way for many individuals who want to make a mark in the education sector. Furthermore, it is a wise decision to invest your time and money in this sector. So, if you want to start a school in any part of Sikkim, then go through the easy steps mentioned below. Arrange Funds The first step is to arrange for funds for your school in Sikkim. However, the amount of investmentwill largely depend on the kind of school you want to establish. For instance, you can start a pre-school with a minimum investment of Rs. 5 lakhs whereas for a primary school you need to invest Rs. 12 lakhs and the investment can Reach up to Rs. 50 lakhs if you plan to open a formal 10+2 school. Choose a Location Once, you have arranged for funds, the next step is to select the location. For this, you can choose a location from Gangtok, Guntur, Adilabad, Warangal or any other part of Sikkim. Make sure that the location you choose offers easy accessibility. Area of Land Now, you need to determine the area required to open a school. To start a school in Sikkim, you will require a minimum area of 1 acre. However, the requirements may vary depending upon the nature of school. NOC and other documents The next step is to obtain the NOC from the State Department of Education and forward it to the concerned land authorities of Sikkim. Along with the NOC, you also need to obtain other licenses and permissions from the higher authorities. Make sure that you obtain all these documents before you start the construction process. Construction Further, after obtaining the documents, you can commence with the construction process. You can develop a blue-print beforehand, so it becomes easy for you during the time of construction. Ensure that the classrooms are spacious and ventilated; the library is equipped with sufficient study & reference material and there is a huge playground for the students. Recruitment Once the construction is over, you need to recruit both teaching and non-teaching staff for your school. For this, you can conduct interviews in the school premises or you can consult a placement agency which will help you to look for suitable and potential candidates. Promotion To make your brand known in Sikkim, you need to advertise it. You can implement various cost-effective promotional strategies such as distributing flyers and pamphlets, by publishing an advertisement in the local newspaper etc. Affiliation Remember, that a school is known by the curriculum it offers. So, the last step is to seek affiliation for your school. Make sure you seek affiliation to CBSE, CISCE or State Board of Education. The aforesaid points will give you a fair knowledge on how to start a school on your own in Sikkim. However, if you still feel that starting a school on your own is a tedious and lengthy process, then opt for a franchise. SHEMFORD Futuristic Schools- a unit of SHEMROCK chain of Preschools is well known name in the field of education. With over 50+ branches in India and Abroad, SHEMFORD offers the best franchising model. So, to reap the benefits as a SHEMFORD franchise complete a few formalities. To begin with, fill this Franchise Application Form here.

The capital city of West Bengal, Kolkata, has played a pioneering role in the development of modern education system in India. Kolkata’s literacy rate of 87.14% exceeds the all-India average of 74%. Hence, any individual who wants to devote his time and money in contributing towards the education should consider establishing the school in Kolkata or any other adjacent part of the city. Read the step-wise procedure given below, if you wish to start a school in Kolkata. Firstly, form a budget, as this will help you in estimating the amount of expenditure you will have to incur, such as land acquisition cost, promotional expenses etc. Ideally, to start a school anywhere in Kolkata, you require a minimum amount of Rs. 70-80 lakhs. Next, you will need to determine the location which has a calm and pollution-free environment and acquire the land. Make sure that the place offers easy transport accessibility. To acquire the land, consult the land owning authorities of Kolkata, which will assist you in selecting the location and determining the area of land required to open a school. Now, obtain the Essentiality Certificate (EC) from the Department of Education (DoE). As the name suggests, it is essential to attain this document failing which you cannot start constructing the school building and infrastructure. You can start with the construction process, as soon as you obtain the EC from the DoE. The construction plan should be designed in such a way that all the basic requirements like classrooms, library, activity area and playground etc. can be accommodated. Next, recruit competent and experienced staff. Hire a placement agency which will guide you in appointing potential candidates for your school. Further, promote your school through effective marketing strategies. You can give advertisements announcing the pre-launch of the new school in town highlighting the salient features; distribute pamphlets & flyers in the residential areas etc. to grab the attention of the parents. The last and the most important step is to seek affiliation to education boards. So, you can opt for either CBSE, CISCE,NIOS and West Bengal School of Secondary Education that offers affiliation to both private and public sector schools. The points mentioned above will guide you to at every step to start a school. However, if you want to avoid these complexities then take up a franchise. Owning a franchise will benefit you and will provide you technical, marketing and other support system. SHEMFORD schools have a lot of branches in India and Abroad and offer the best possible franchise model to the aspiring investors. So, taking up a franchise of SHEMFORD Futuristic Schools will be an intelligent decision. Your association with the pioneers is just a click away. Click Here to fill the Franchise Application Form.

In India, private educational institutions have been growing both in number as well as popularity. This is because of the increase in the demand of standardized education that many individuals are focusing to invest in the education sector as it is the most reliable and recession-free sector. Moreover, investment in this sector turns out to be lucrative if a person possess the right combination of knowledge and skills required to operate an educational institution. In Assam, school education can be attained at various levels and schooling can be done from kindergarten, primary, secondary and higher secondary schools. So, if you want to start a school in Assam, then read the points given below- To start a school in Assam, you need to invest approximately Rs. 60-70 lakhs. However, the amount of investment may vary as per the location and the type of school you want to open. You can either arrange for the funds from bank loans or finance the school all by yourself. Next you need to select a location. For this, you can set up a school in Guwahati, Tinsukia, Dibrugarh, Lakhimpur, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur or any other part of Assam. However, make sure that the location you choose offers a calm, peaceful and pollution free environment. Now, you need to acquire the land in the location you have chosen. In order to gain the official possession of the land, firstly you need to consult the land owning authorities of Assam. Further, you need to obtain the (No Objection Certificate) NOC from the Department of Education. It is mandatory to obtain this document in order to start the construction process without any hindrances. As soon as you get the sanction from the higher authorities, you can start constructing the school building. For this, you may hire a contractor or an architect who will design the school building and infrastructure. Make sure that besides the other infrastructural requirements, there should be a space for classrooms, well-equipped library, huge playground etc. Once your school is completely furnished, you can start hiring teachers and other support staff for your school. Make sure that you appoint certified and experienced teachers, administrators and account executives etc. Lastly, you need to seek affiliation from a recognized board of education. Seeking affiliation means, that your school will be recognised and affiliated to an established board of education. Generally, the schools in Assam are affiliated to CBSE, CISCE or Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC). So, ensure that you get your school affiliated to one of these education boards. Although, the idea of investing in a school is lucrative, it involves a number of complexities. Hence, it would be advisable to take up a franchise of an established school. SHEMFORD Futuristic Schools is a leading name in the education sector that offers franchising benefits across the country. With over 50+ branches across India and Abroad, SHEMFORD has been awarded for excellent academic records. So, if you wish to get associated to SHEMFORD, fill this Franchise Application Form.

Today we find many students migrating from Bihar to the other states for receiving education. The main reason behind this is the existence of huge gap between the demand & supply of better educational institutions in the state. This also caters as the main reason for the low literacy rate in Bihar. So, without a doubt the state requires more number of schools for higher education. Hence, opening your own 10+2 school in Bihar is a lucrative enterprise as it will not only fetch you profit but will also help you serve the social cause of imparting education and providing employment to a large section of the community. In case you want to start a school in Bihar, go through following steps. First, you need to formulate a clear & comprehensive business plan highlighting details about the capital investment, infrastructure, number of teachers you will recruit, number of students you will enroll, expenses for promotional activities etc. Next, you are required to form a registered Society/Trust. Ensure that the members of your trust are experienced entrepreneurs with educational background, as they will be running your school. Now, you are supposed to secure a budget for starting your school. To start this venture in Bihar or any other city of the state like Patna, Gaya, Purnia, Darbhanga, Bhagalpur etc., you need to arrange an investment of at least 2 to 3 Crores. You may borrow money from private money lenders or banks & other financial institutions. After securing the budget, you need to look for a suitable land for the construction of your 10+2 school in Bihar. Ensure that the land you choose must be non-agricultural and available for the commercial purpose only. Further, in order to get your land approved, you need to obtain the NOC from the Government of Bihar. After obtaining the NOC, you need to construct your school building and its premises. For this, you may first develop a plan specifying the dimensions of the infrastructure of your school. After the completion of the construction, you may go ahead with the wood work and other facilities like water supply and power supply. Also, make sure to equip your school with safety devices such as fire extinguishers. The next important step that you need to undertake is to get your school recognized from the concerned authority. The Department of Education of Bihar is responsible for granting recognition to the Senior Secondary Schools. Along with recognition, you also need to get your school affiliated to a board. It can be CBSE, ICSE or Bihar state board. In order to get your school known in the state and the nation as well, it is advised to get CBSE/ICSE affiliation for your school, as these are the two most popular boards available. The next step is to promote your school in Bihar. You may place print ads in newspapers, display hoardings/billboards along side of busy roads etc. you may also announce the upcoming of your school by organizing a press conference. Last but not the least; you need to hire experienced and qualified teachers, administrative staff and other support staff for your school. Although starting a school in Bihar is a complicated and lengthy process, but the results are worth the effort. However, if you still are clueless about opening your own school, you may resort to the franchising option. Buying franchise of a reputed and well-established brand is a lucrative and cost effective way of starting your school successfully in any city of Bihar. The SHEMFORD Futuristic Schools offer fruitful franchise opportunities across India & abroad. Get associated with SHEMFORD to avail benefits of its five star support system by filling the franchise application form given here.

Karnataka, with its rich educational background, has become an educational hub for students from all over India and abroad as well. The educational institutions of the state enable the students to prepare for a competitive working environment by delivering high standards of education in various fields of study. Furthermore, the government of Karnataka is taking initiatives in assuring compulsory primary education to the children. Therefore, starting a school in Karnataka can be a fruitful enterprise. If you want to start your own school in Karnataka, then go through the following procedure. Determine the demand of the local market (Primary school, Secondary school or a Senior Secondary school). For that, you may approach a marketing company to carry out a survey. However, it is advised to establish a primary division first and then gradually upgrade it to higher level. Prepare a business plan which should be a blue print of how your future school is going to be. So, incorporate operational plans, marketing strategies, educational approach etc. in your business plan. Assemble a committee which would eventually become the board of directors of your school. Ensure that the members of the committee are experts in different areas namely, education, business, accounting etc. Register this committee as a society under the Societies Registration Act to prove its non-profit motive. Determine your budget and secure funding options. An investment ranging between 1 to 2 Crores would suffice the requirements of opening a school in Karnataka. You may borrow money from money lenders or financial institutions that provide loans for this purpose. Obtain the No Objection certificate (NOC) from the state government. This would serve as the basis for the approval of land. Also, obtain the letter of sponsorship. Forward it to the land owing agency of the state (DDA/MCD) to obtain the land for the establishment of your school. Start constructing your school building as soon as the land is allotted to you. Keep in mind that the building should be constructed on one part of the land and a sufficient area of land must be reserved for a proper playground. Also, ensure that the building should accommodate all the essential facilities such as well-ventilated classrooms, adequate bathrooms, library, computer room, well-equipped laboratories for different subjects, principal’s office, staff room etc. Get recognition from the authority concerned. MCD provides recognition to primary schools whereas DoE provides recognition to secondary and senior secondary schools. Get your school affiliated to a recognized board. You may seek affiliation to CBSE, ICSE or the Karnataka state board. You are required to fill an application form and submit it to the board authority along with a prescribed fee. Once your school has been affiliated, it is expected to adhere to the norms and standards established by the respective board. Promote your school to the prospective parents and students. Get a feature story printed in the local newspapers about the services offered by your school. You may also implement other promotional activities such as putting up hoardings, circulating flyers etc. Hire potential faculty for your school. You may approach recruiting agencies which will further help you to find qualified teachers and other staff for administrative work. Once you are done with the procedure mentioned above, you may start admitting students to your school. However, the procedure mentioned above is not as easy as it seems. It takes lot of commitment and efforts. In case you want to save yourself from all the complexities and still want to start your own school, then franchising is the best option for you. SHEMFORD futuristic School stands out from the crowd, when it comes to formal school franchising. So, be a part of SHEMFORD Futuristic Schools by filling the application form given here.

A school is an educational institution that aims to impart quality education for the over-all development of every child. Besides this, it serves as a platform to prepare a child both socially as well as mentally to face the competitive world. Education being a recession free sector, offers fruitful franchise opportunities as a means to expand the existing school network. Moreover, investment in a school turns out to be beneficial if you have the right knowledge and technical know-how to operate a school on your own. So, if you want to start a school in Amritsar, go through the step-wise procedure given below: To begin with, develop a budget. This is because developing a budget will give you a rough estimate of the amount of expenditure you will incur. Generally, a capital investment of Rs. 60-70 lakhs will be required to start your school in Amritsar. Next, look for a suitable location to start your school and acquire the land. You will require at least 1 acre of land to establish your school anywhere in Amritsar. Further, to gain the official possession of the land, get the approval from the land authorities in Amritsar. Once you have acquired the land, the next step is to obtain No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the State Department of Education. So, obtain the NOC within the stipulated period of time. As soon as you obtain the NOC, start the construction process. Make sure that your school is designed in such a way that it stimulates learning. Your school should primarily consist of spacious classrooms, well-equipped library, computer lab, a huge playground etc. Further, seek affiliation to a recognised board of education. This implies that your school will have to adhere to the norms laid down by the board with respect to the books, curriculum offered, admission of students, pay scales for teachers etc. You can opt for CBSE or ICSE board affiliation. Next, hire staff (teaching and non-teaching) for your school in Amritsar. Ensure that the candidates you appoint are well-qualified and are experienced in their respective fields. Lastly, promote your school through effective marketing techniques such as flyers & pamphlets, advertisements in newspapers and journals, banners & hoardings etc. So, follow these simple steps to start a school in Amritsar. However, it would be an intelligent decision to opt for a franchise, instead. A leading name in the education sector that offers lucrative franchise opportunities is SHEMFORD Futuristic School. SHEMFORD has spread its network through its branches in India and Abroad too. The technical expertise and trained professionals of this renowned institution provides guidance and support to the franchise. So, if you too want to get relieved of all the complexities and reap the benefits as a SHEMFORD franchise, fill the Franchise Application Form given Here.

The number of schools in India is increasing at fast pace as every year a large number of children seek admission in different classes. Although, seeing this unending demand many entrepreneurs are opening new schools but the quality of these schools & the education standards varies a lot with each other. Hence, it is required that schools follow the guidelines & norms laid down by education boards while planning their infrastructure, curriculum, examination format etc. To serve the purpose of quality & equivalent standards of education in all the schools, our government has framed agencies like Quality Council of India (QCI) and National Accreditation Board of Education & Training (NABET). These agencies provide accreditation to such schools, which are qualified enough to promote holistic development of the children, after assessing their educational goals and approach taken to accomplish them. Therefore, if you want to establish your school and provide quality education to all, accreditation is a necessary requirement. The steps to get accreditation for your school are given below: The first step is to apply for accreditation by submitting application form. The form can be filled either online or by directly visiting the head office of accreditation agency. A certain amount has to be deposited as fees along with the application form at the time its submission. Further, you need to submit a detailed report of your school and its essential documents of affiliation, recognition etc. with it. Next step is to do necessary preparations for the inspection day, when a qualified team of accreditation agency visits your school. The team has an assessment sheet with different parameters written on it for providing scores of evaluation. The criterion for assessment is based on parameters like curriculum, teaching-learning environment, examinations, extra-curricular activities, teaching aids etc. After examining your school & its performance, the team provides a cumulative score to the school. It also suggests further improvements, if needed and give a certain time period to incorporate the changes in your school. Once the stipulated time period is over for integrating the changes, the team again visits the school and check whether the necessary steps has been taken for the suggested changes or not. After reviewing for the same, if the team finds a satisfactory improvement in the school, it agrees to provide accreditation to the school. The accreditation provided to the school is valid for a certain time period i.e. 4 or 5 years and once this time period is finished, you need to re-apply for the accreditation. The renewal procedure includes all the above steps & completion of all the formalities again. The accreditation & affiliation are two important key factors to make your school known for its upraised standards of education. Therefore, ensure accreditation and affiliation for your school by following the important guidelines and requirements outlined by educational authorities, from the beginning of your school.

The future generation of the country is fast realizing the need for quality education. Due to this reason, their parents are in a constant search of well established and recognized educational institutions. Hence, to address the everlasting demand for standardized education in India, it is imperative to establish recognized schools and other educational institutions. Therefore, all the aspiring businesspersons should aim at investing in a school. Moreover, setting up a school in Ujjain, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Indore or any other part of Madhya Pradesh is a beneficial investment. So, if you wish to start a school in Madhya Pradesh, following information will be beneficial. To set up a school in Madhya Pradesh, you would have to invest approximately Rs. 80-90 lakhs. The amount of capital investment would vary as per the location you choose and other factors such as infrastructure cost, promotion and recruitment expenses. A school should be situated in a calm and peaceful environment, fit for students to learn in. So, the next step is to select a location apt for opening a school. You may consider any place in Madhya Pradesh but ensure that it gets easily accessible from different locations. Now, you will need to acquire the land in the location you have selected. Ideally, a land area of around 1 acre will be sufficient to construct the building on one part and a playground on the other. Further, you will need to approach the State Department of Education to obtain the Essentiality Certificate (EC), failing which you cannot secure the desired land. So, you should timely obtain the EC to start off with the construction process. After obtaining the EC you can officially commence with the construction of the school building. The school infrastructure should be designed in such a way that it stimulates learning. Once the school is ready and completely furnished, invite applications for the post of teachers, administrators and other staff for your school. Ensure that you recruit certified and experienced staff competent enough to manage the activities conducted in the school. The next important step is to make your brand known. This simply means that you need to promote your brand using effective marketing strategies like distributing flyers and pamphlets; giving advertisements in newspapers and radio to invite admission queries to your school. After your school has gained enough publicity, you should seek affiliation. The most prominent affiliating authorities in the country are CBSE and ICSE. CBSE offers affiliation to both English as well as Hindi medium schools. However, ICSE grants affiliation to English medium schools only. The aforesaid steps will give you an over-view on how to open a school in Madhya Pradesh. However, if you want to avoid this complex procedure, then opt for a franchise of a renowned institution. SHEMFORD Futuristic Schools is a chain of formal schools that has over 50+ branches spread across India and Abroad. The chain of schools operates under the supervision and guidance of highly professional and intellectual educationists. Association with SHEMFORD will reap you benefits for years to come. So, fill up this form and become an esteemed part of the SHEMFORD Group of Schools.

The rising demand for standardized and quality education in India, has paved the way for growing number of primary and secondary schools. If you are planning to start an educational institution on your own, then opening a school will be an intelligent idea. Moreover, investment in a school will turn out to be fruitful if you have the knowledge, expertise and the desire to enter this noble profession. If you want to start a school in Jaipur, then go through the step wise procedure mentioned here. To ascertain the amount of capital investment is the prime concern while starting a school. The investment to start a school will largely depend upon the nature of school and the location you choose. However, to start a school anywhere in Jaipur, you need to invest a minimum of approximately Rs.80-90 lakhs approximately. After securing the funds, select a location suitable for establishing a school in Jaipur. Make sure that the location you choose is situated in a serene environment and offer easy transport accessibility. Next acquire the land to construct your school. The land could be your own property or it could be leased (with a rental agreement of minimum 30 years). You cannot acquire the land unless you obtain the sanction from the State Department of Education. So, get the sanction from the State Department of Education, by obtaining the Essentiality Certificate (EC), following which you can start constructing the school building. Once you obtain the EC, start the construction of your school building. For this, you may hire an architect or a contractor who will design the layout. This will help you to define the dimensions of the school building and the playground as well. Further, you need to conduct interviews for the teaching and non-teaching staff. Make sure you appoint certified, potential and experienced candidates for the teaching, administrative and accounts department as well. Next, promote your school through effective marketing strategies. To grab the attention of the prospective parents, put up banners and hoardings in the residential areas, distribute flyers and pamphlets, advertise in T.V. and newspapers etc. Remember that a recognized and affiliated school attracts more admissions So, the last and the most important step is to seek affiliation from CBSE, CISCE or Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education. Though investment in a school is lucrative and profitable, it does involve complexities and legal formalities at every step. So, it would be a wise decision to opt for a franchise. If you want maximum profits with minimal efforts, then fill this Franchise Application Form and reap the benefits as a SHEMFORD Futuristic School franchise. SHEMFORD offers 100% support and guidance at every step and thereafter too. So, grab the opportunity and be an esteemed member of the SHEMFORD family.