Low Teacher–Student Ratio
One teacher for every sixteen children, with divisions kept to 25 in the pre-primary years and 35 in the primary. Small enough that a lesson can be paced to the children actually in the room.
At Bhaktivedanta Model School we pride ourselves on maintaining a low teacher–student ratio. This ensures personalised attention for every student, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.
A smaller ratio allows teachers to understand each child's unique needs, monitor their progress closely and provide tailored guidance. It also encourages active participation, enhances classroom engagement and creates a strong teacher–student bond, laying the foundation for academic success and holistic development.
With fewer students in each classroom, teachers can create meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity, confidence and independent thinking. They are better positioned to identify individual strengths, address learning gaps promptly and provide timely feedback that supports continuous improvement.
Students feel more comfortable expressing their ideas, asking questions and participating in discussions, resulting in greater self-confidence and stronger communication skills. This nurturing environment promotes collaboration, creativity and emotional well-being while ensuring that every learner receives the encouragement and academic support needed to achieve their full potential.
What the ratio buys
- Remedial and enrichment support inside the school day, not after it
- Class teachers who mentor a fixed group of children through the year
- Written feedback on work rather than a grade alone
- Early identification of learning difficulty, referred to our counsellor
- Parent–teacher conversations built on evidence from that child’s own work
Come and see the school on an ordinary day — call the office and we will keep someone free to walk you around.