Prospectus 2026–27
Parents' Guide & Prospectus
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We Nurture Budding Minds

Session 2026–27
Parents' Guide & Prospectus
Everything you need to know about learning, routines and life at Florecillas Junior Academy.
69-A, Mian Mohammad Rafi Road, Shabbirabad, off Tipu Sultan Road, Karachi.
+92 332 7325121 | +92 335 6425253 · florecillas53@gmail.com
Welcome
General Information
School address
69-A, Mian Mohammad Rafi Road, Shabbirabad, off Tipu Sultan Road, Karachi.
Phone
+92 332 7325121
+92 335 6425253
florecillas53@gmail.com
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Florecillas Junior
Our mission
To provide a joyful, safe and inclusive environment where children learn through play, explore their potential, and grow into confident, kind and capable individuals.
Our vision
To inspire a lifelong love of learning and character growth, empowering children with the skills, curiosity and confidence to thrive today and lead with purpose in the future.

Aim of this handbook
This handbook is a quick reference for keeping the parents informed about the system of the school and for any queries that you may have. Our school is an evolving entity and there are changes and updates, so keep this booklet handy as a reference throughout the year and do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns.
How we teach
Our Curriculum
At Florecillas Junior Academy, we follow a carefully designed curriculum inspired by the Finnish education system, combining an activity-based learning approach with a strong emphasis on building solid academic foundations.
We believe that every child learns best through meaningful experiences. Our curriculum follows a holistic approach, nurturing all areas of a child's development to help children grow into confident, independent, and compassionate learners.
- Physical
- Cognitive
- Language
- Social-Emotional


A day at Florecillas
Our daily routine provides a balanced learning experience through a structured yet engaging environment that includes:
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Morning Circle Time to encourage communication, critical thinking, and confidence
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Activity-Based Learning and hands-on exploration
- 3
Outdoor Play for physical development and social interaction
- 4
Story Time & Quiet Reading to cultivate a lifelong love for books
- 5
Music & Movement to promote creativity, rhythm, and coordination
- 6
Group Discussions that inspire curiosity and encourage children to think independently
- 7
Healthy Snack Time to foster social skills and independence
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Practical Life Experiences that develop responsibility and self-confidence
By integrating play, exploration, and academics, our curriculum prepares children not only for school but for lifelong learning, ensuring they develop the knowledge, skills, and values needed to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Classes
Sections, Age Groups & Timings
| Class | Age | Monday – Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|
| Playgroup | 1.8+ yrs | 9:00 am – 11:30 am | 9:00 am – 11:30 am |
| Pre-Nursery | 3+ yrs | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | 9:00 am – 11:30 am |
| Nursery | 4+ yrs | 8:00 am – 12:30 pm | 8:00 am – 12:00 pm |
| KG | 5+ yrs | 8:00 am – 1:00 pm | 8:00 am – 12:00 pm |
| Grade I | 6+ yrs | 8:00 am – 1:00 pm | 8:00 am – 12:00 pm |
| Grade II | 7+ yrs | 8:00 am – 1:00 pm | 8:00 am – 12:00 pm |
Office hours
8:00 am – 1:40 pm
Drop-off grace
10 minutes
Late pick-up
After 30 minutes, children return to class
Playgroup class timings are staggered for the first three weeks. Please follow the timings mentioned on the noticeboard or as communicated by the management.

Every day
Arrival & Dismissal Procedures
Settling In
The first month of starting school is a crucial time for everyone. This is a period that needs to be as calm and secure as possible.
It may take some time for your child to get used to the new surroundings, and to make new friends, so please be patient with them. Initially, parents can stay with their child in the waiting area while they are settling in.
During this adjustment period, you must make the effort to pick and drop your child personally, as it is very necessary for them to feel secure and happy.
Drop Off
Children must be dropped as per the school timings. A grace time of 10 minutes is given for arriving late.
The security staff, maid and a teacher will be at the gate to receive the child. Please ensure that your child enters the gate with the staff before you leave.
Pick Up
Children must be picked up on time. After 30 minutes the children will be taken back to their classes. In case parents are late by more than 30 minutes, they need to inform the management.
Security Procedures
The school will issue Smart ID Cards & Guardian Cards for all students. This is for the attendance and pick up from school.
Smart ID cards. These cards will be put in each child's bag. They will be assisted by the teacher on duty to scan their cards both when they reach the school and when they are leaving the premises.
Guardian cards. Anyone who comes to pick up the child will have to show this card. The Guard and the teacher on duty will not release the child if the person is not carrying the card. Thus, parents and guardians are requested to please ensure that these are kept safely and given to anyone who comes to collect the child.
Also please note if there is a new driver or unfamiliar face, the school in most cases will call and confirm with the parents before releasing the child, even if the person has the Guardian card. It is requested that the parents drop a message or call us in case someone other than the regular pick up person is coming to collect the child.
The above is for the security and safety of all our students. We appreciate your support and understanding.
Staying connected
Parent-Teacher Relationship & Communication
We believe that a strong Parent-Teacher Relationship is necessary for your child to achieve maximum success. Throughout the year, we will communicate with you through WhatsApp, circulars and Parent-Teacher Conferences.
WhatsApp group
Parents will be added to a WhatsApp Broadcast list where all notifications will be shared. In order to receive the broadcast messages promptly, parents are requested to save the school's number in their contact list. Parents can however contact or send queries separately.
Calls
Parents can call at any time during office hours from 8:00 am to 1:40 pm. After that, parents are requested to send a message for any query.
Parent participation
Throughout the school year, there will be a variety of special classroom activities, celebrations and events. We encourage you to attend these functions, and if you want to volunteer to help at any of these events you are most welcome. Your support will make your child feel important and reinforce that you value school.
Parent Support Program
Parent Support Programs are planned once or twice a year where experts from different fields are invited. Different topics are selected for discussion. The objective is to provide a platform of learning and discussion for parents to have a better understanding of their child's needs.
Payments
Fee Payment
Challan sent
26th of every month
Due date
By the 7th
Late fee
Rs. 500
After challan validity (20th)
Rs. 1,000
The Fee Challan will be sent on the 26th of every month through WhatsApp/email. Fee can be paid online or at the bank over the counter. Parents are requested to submit their fee by the 7th of each month.
Fee submitted after the due date will incur a fine of Rs. 500 as a late payment charge. The challan is valid until the 20th of every month. After the challan expires, a new challan for the next month will be sent with an additional late fee of Rs. 1,000.
Looking after your child
Attendance, Safety & Daily Care
Attendance & Punctuality
Your child's regular and prompt attendance at school is crucial to his/her academic success. Please treat school as a priority and make sure your child attends every day except in cases of illness or emergency.
Sick leave: In case of any illness, infection or contagious disease please keep your child at home until they are completely recovered. A doctor's note is compulsory for the child to re-join school.
Family event or travelling: Parents need to inform the teachers of the exact dates and duration of absence if there is an event in the family or if you are travelling.
Accidents & Medical Emergency
In case the child is sick, the school will not give any medications (unless instructed and provided by the parent with a doctor's prescription).
Children are busy and active during our sessions. Occasionally, they may have an accident, e.g. they may bump their head or scrape a knee. First aid will be given to your child. In the event of a more serious accident the parents will be contacted immediately to pick up their child.
Birthdays
Birthdays are a special occasion for children. If you wish to celebrate your child's birthday, inform the management three days in advance so that the management can give you an exact headcount and set aside some class time for the party.
Parents can only bring:
- Cake
- Balloons
- Goody bags (no sweets or candies)
Snacks
Snacks are provided by the school for all classes. Children should not bring junk and processed food from home. Friday is a sharing day, so they can bring a healthy lunch from home. It is our objective to provide healthy snacks and develop healthy eating habits in children. A monthly lunch menu will be shared at the beginning of each month.
Please inform us if your child has any food allergies.
Appearance
Dressing: Parents should send their children wearing neat and clean uniforms.
For Playgroup, Pre-Nursery & Nursery students: there are always chances of accidents. Therefore, please send a set of spare clothing in a bag with your child's name on it. This pack will be kept at school and returned at the end of the session.
Black shoes or joggers should be worn with uniform. Junior children should wear soft, closed shoes without laces. No sandals or slippers are allowed.
Looking after your child
Hygiene & Learning at Home
General Health & Hygiene
Head and body cleanliness: Children must come neat and tidy with clean clothes. Girls' hair must be tied if long. Boys' hair must be short with neat cuts. Parents of children with lice in their hair will be sent a notice. Parents are requested to cooperate with the teachers on these issues.
Toilet training for Playgroup & Pre-Nursery: Your child may not be fully toilet-trained by the time they start school. If your child requires support in this regard, please share this with the school staff.
Homework policy
Homework will be sent for revision purposes and will be just a revision of classwork, which the child can do independently. This applies from Nursery to Grade II.
Lost & found
In case of anything lost or left in school, parents are requested to inform the teacher at the earliest.
At home
Education begins at home
Education begins at home. Therefore, one of our main aims is to ensure that a solid three-way relationship is developed between your child, yourself and the teachers.
Help your child's learning by taking out time to talk to them daily, reading to them, answering their queries and encouraging them to become independent.
We display a selection of the children's work on the school boards and send their artwork home from time to time. Please talk about it, praise it and encourage your child to feel a sense of achievement, and help build their self-esteem by showing how much you value their effort and hard work.

Beyond the classroom
Extra-Curricular Activities
We believe that physical fitness plays a vital role in a child's overall growth and development. Regular physical activity not only enhances gross and fine motor skills but also improves coordination, concentration, confidence, balance, and overall well-being. To support our holistic approach to education, we offer the following co-curricular programs:
Yoga
Ms. Maria Pishori · Internationally Certified Child Yoga Instructor · Twice a month
Through engaging and age-appropriate activities, children develop:
- Flexibility and balance
- Strength and posture
- Mindfulness and emotional regulation
- Focus and concentration
- Relaxation and self-awareness

Physical Training (P.T.) & Gymnastics
Sir Ali Asghar · Martial Arts Expert
A program designed to promote physical fitness while making movement enjoyable for young learners. It includes:
- Sports skills development
- Basic karate techniques
- Running races and obstacle courses
- Brain games and movement challenges
- Concentration and reflex training
- Balance, coordination, and agility exercises
These carefully planned activities help children develop healthy habits, teamwork, self-discipline, confidence, and a lifelong appreciation for physical activity.

Robotics & STEM Education
Optional · Rs. 2,000 per monthSir Ibrahim Shabbir · Robotics & STEM Education Specialist
We are committed to preparing our students for the future by introducing them to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The program is conducted by a specialist with extensive experience in delivering robotics education to students across leading schools in Karachi. Its aim is to inspire children to become future innovators by making technology and robotics education fun, engaging, interactive, and meaningful. Through hands-on projects and age-appropriate activities, students develop creativity, logical thinking, problem-solving abilities, computational thinking, teamwork, and confidence while exploring the fundamentals of robotics and electronics.
Please note that this is an optional program. Parents who wish to enrol their child may do so by paying an additional fee of Rs. 2,000 per month. Participation is entirely at the parents' discretion.
Music
Sir Darrell · Music teacher · Once a week
"Music is to the mind what exercise is to the body." Music plays a vital role in a child's overall development by nurturing creativity, self-expression, confidence, and emotional well-being. Classes create an engaging and enjoyable learning environment where children explore rhythm, melody, movement, and singing.

Arabic
Introduced as a third languageMs. Munira · Arabic teacher
Arabic is introduced as a third language to help children develop an early appreciation and understanding of the language in a fun and engaging manner. Age-appropriate lessons focus on basic Arabic sounds, vocabulary, greetings, and simple conversational sentences that are practical in everyday life. The program also introduces the Arabic alphabet and correct pronunciation, laying a strong foundation for future language learning.

Carpentry Workshop
A professional carpenter · Hands-on woodworking
We believe in nurturing creativity, practical life skills, and problem-solving through hands-on experiences. Our Carpentry Workshop is conducted by a professional carpenter, giving children a unique opportunity to explore the fundamentals of woodworking in a safe and engaging environment.

Please read carefully
Terms & Conditions
- 1
Children must be sent neat and tidy to school. Hygiene checks will be conducted regularly and follow-up slips will be sent where needed.
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School timings must be strictly adhered to.
- a. Drop timings: Parents should drop and pick their child on time as per the time schedule communicated. A grace time of 10 minutes will be given; however, children coming late for three days in a month will be sent back home on the fourth day. The guard at the gate has been given strict instructions. Kindly cooperate in this regard.
- b. Pick up timings must be followed. A grace time of 10 minutes will be given. If a child is picked up late thrice, daycare charges will be applied daily.
- c. Any other person/relative other than the parent coming to collect the child must show the Guardian card (issued by the school), failing which the child will not be allowed to leave the premises.
- 3
The fees must be paid by the 7th of every month. A late fee of Rs. 500 will be charged after the due date.
- 4
Utmost care will be taken for the child's safety and security, but in case of any unforeseen mishap the school management will not be responsible.
- 5
Please note that no refund will be given once the admission is finalised.
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The Security Deposit will only be reimbursed once the child completes the academic year, i.e., 12 months from the date of admission. The Security Deposit is not adjustable in any case.
- 7
Withdrawal Notice: Parents are required to provide the school with a minimum of two (2) months' prior written notice if they wish to withdraw their child from the school. The two-month notice period does not include the summer holidays (June and July) or the winter holidays. During this notice period, the child must remain enrolled and continue attending school. Failure to comply with this policy will result in the Security Deposit being non-refundable.
- 8
Fees for the Summer Holidays will be taken in advance. June fees will be taken in December and July fees in February.
Terms & conditions, continued
Library, Food, Leave & Communication
- 9
Library books will be issued every Friday and must be taken care of. In case of scribbling or torn pages, a fine will be charged accordingly.
- 10
Children must not bring any junk food or processed food. The school follows a strict no-junk policy. This includes candies, chocolates, chips, instant noodles etc. Snacks will be served at school on all days except Fridays. Parents are requested to send a healthy lunch on Fridays.
- 11
In case of leave or absenteeism a prior application must be submitted to the class teacher for school records. The school and class teachers will not be held responsible for the missed curriculum in case of uninformed leave or absenteeism.
- 12
Parents are strictly not allowed to enter the school premises during pick-up and drop-off times.
- 13
Any queries about your child's progress must be sent to the Coordinator through WhatsApp only. She will connect to the teacher concerned and get back to the parents. A meeting will be planned only if there is a need.
- 14
Teachers cannot be contacted directly. Teachers are not allowed to respond to any calls or messages personally.
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Administration issues (fees, documents, change in information) will be handled by the Admin Office.
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Only the parents are allowed to talk to the school's management regarding any concerns for their child. If grandparents or any other person would like to be the guardian, parents should mention their name as the "Guardian" at the time of admission.
Misconduct by Parent Clause
If a parent or guardian engages in any form of misconduct or inappropriate behaviour towards the school management, staff, or faculty, the school reserves the right to take disciplinary action, including but not limited to the immediate expulsion of the child from the school. The determination of misconduct will be at the sole discretion of the school management, and the decision to expel a child will be final and non-negotiable. This policy aims to maintain a respectful and safe environment for all members of the school community.

A note of thanks
Thank you for your trust
Thank you for reading the above information. If there is anything you would like to clarify, please don't hesitate to ask. Our aim is to work in complete partnership and provide a service based on mutual understanding.
Thank you in advance for your support and trust in us. We will do our best to help your child settle happily into the school routine.
Kind Regards,
Florecillas Junior Academy
Communications Manager
+92 332 7325121
Finance
+92 335 6425253
florecillas53@gmail.com

We Nurture Budding Minds
69-A, Mian Mohammad Rafi Road, Shabbirabad, off Tipu Sultan Road, Karachi.