About VIDYARTHAM

"Vidyartham", has been founded by a team of IITian's and professionals. The team has been tutoring and mentoring students of grades VI-XII. Over a decade they have touched 5000+ lives through their passion and innovative way of teaching.

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Why Choose VIDYARTHAM?

Expert Guidance

Comprehensive understanding of SQAAF parameters and requirements with years of experience in educational consultancy.

Affordable Support

Quality education support that's budget-friendly without compromising service quality or effectiveness.

End-to-End Assistance

From self-assessment to documentation and staff training for future self-sufficiency in SQAAF processes.

Meet Our Expert Team

Dedicated professionals committed to educational excellence and SQAAF success

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Biswajit Das

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Sriram Rangarajan

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Sachin Panda

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Prativesh Namdeo

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Souvik Sarkar

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Kuldeep Zala

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Chinmay More

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Heramb Sanjeev Patkar

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Hemaang Sanjeev Patkar

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Dr. Amrita Banerjee

Principal

School Quality Assessment & Assurance Framework

Elevating Educational Standards

To improve the standards of school education, focus has been shifted on the performance evaluation and improvement of schools. The School Quality Assessment and Assurance Framework has been developed to help monitor identified outcomes at all levels and across all spheres of school education.

SQAAF is a set of standards and best practices as paradigm for attaining individual and institutional excellence. It is a comprehensive tool for educationists, leaders, management and all stakeholders involved in making a significant difference in the lives of children.

A Path to Improvement

SQAAF is not intended to rank schools but rather to establish a baseline of acceptable quality for all assessed institutions. It recognizes the unique mission and characteristics of each school while holding them to a common standard of excellence.

SQAAF Framework Diagram

SQAAF Framework Overview

Values Framework

Values Framework

Core Values & Principles

Self-Evaluation & Accountability

Encourages schools to take ownership of their educational processes and outcomes

Collaboration & Innovation

Promotes teamwork and creative approaches to educational challenges

Technology Promotion

Integration of modern technology in teaching and administrative processes

Research & Innovation

Fostering a culture of continuous improvement and educational research

Employability Skills

Enhancement of skills that prepare students for future careers

Global Citizenship

Creating responsible global citizens while fostering nationalism

SQAAF Objectives

Enabling schools to achieve comprehensive educational excellence

Periodic Reflection & Review

Enable schools to reflect and review their processes at regular intervals for continuous improvement

Data-Driven Responses

Use rich data assimilated to respond proactively to changing educational paradigms

Enabling Environment

Create an enabling environment for achievement of student learning outcomes

Global Preparedness

Prepare students for an increasingly complex and interdependent world

Inclusive Excellence

Establish as inclusive schools with purposeful learning culture and high standards

Innovation Incubators

Devise strategies to become incubators of innovation in education

7 Domains of School Effectiveness

Key performance areas that ensure comprehensive school quality

7 Domains of SQAAF

7 Interconnected Domains

Comprehensive School Assessment

The SQAAF framework evaluates schools across seven critical domains that collectively ensure institutional effectiveness and student success. Each domain represents a vital aspect of school operations and educational delivery.

Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment

Primary

Teaching & Learning Excellence

Focuses on curriculum implementation, teaching methodologies, assessment practices, and learning outcomes achievement.

Infrastructure - Adequacy, Functionality and Aesthetics

Essential

Modern Learning Facilities

Evaluates physical infrastructure, safety measures, learning resources, and aesthetic environment of the school.

Human Resources

Critical

Qualified & Motivated Staff

Assesses teacher qualifications, professional development, staff welfare, and human resource management practices.

Inclusive Practices

Important

Education for All

Examines provisions for students with special needs, gender equity, and creating an inclusive learning environment.

Management and Governance

Vital

Effective Administration

Reviews administrative processes, financial management, policy implementation, and governance structures.

Leadership

Key

Visionary Leadership

Evaluates leadership quality, vision implementation, decision-making processes, and organizational culture development.

Beneficiary Satisfaction

Outcome

Happy Stakeholders

Measures satisfaction levels of students, parents, teachers, and other stakeholders with school services.

SQAAF Process: Self-Assessment and External Validation

A comprehensive two-phase approach ensuring continuous quality improvement

SQAAF Process Flow

Two-Phase Assessment Process

Structured Quality Enhancement

The SQAAF process involves two primary phases that work together to ensure continuous improvement in school quality. This systematic approach helps schools identify strengths, address weaknesses, and maintain high educational standards.

1

Self-Assessment Phase

Internal Evaluation

Internal Reflection and Evaluation

This initial phase enables schools to reflect on their current practices and identify areas for improvement. Schools conduct comprehensive self-evaluation across all seven domains.

  • Comprehensive documentation review
  • Stakeholder feedback collection
  • Performance data analysis
  • Gap identification and planning
2

External Validation Phase

Peer Assessment Team

Independent Verification and Validation

In this phase, an external evaluation by a Peer Assessor Team validates the school's self-assessment, ensuring objectivity and credibility in the quality assurance process.

  • Independent peer review
  • On-site verification visits
  • Stakeholder interviews
  • Final assessment report

Eligibility for SQAAF Process

CBSE Schools

CBSE Affiliated Schools

Schools must undergo the process of SQAAF and self-assess themselves on the SQAAF Framework every year on SQAAF Portal.

Aspiring Schools can also undertake self-assessment against the framework in an offline mode and prepare themselves while submitting application for affiliation.

Our SQAAF Services

Comprehensive support for your SQAAF journey

Our SQAAF Services

Complete SQAAF Support

End-to-End SQAAF Solutions

VIDYARTHAM provides comprehensive SQAAF services designed to guide your school through every step of the quality assessment and assurance process. Our expert team ensures smooth compliance and continuous improvement.

Systematic Document Filing

Complete organization and filing of documents as per SQAAF requirements, ensuring all necessary paperwork is properly structured and accessible.

SQAAF Portal Data Upload

Professional handling of institutional data upload in the SQAAF portal, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all technical requirements.

Accreditation Awareness Workshops

Comprehensive workshops conducted for both management and faculty members to build awareness and capacity for SQAAF processes.

Quality Assessment Reports

Detailed audit reports prepared as per SQAAF requirements, providing comprehensive analysis and recommendations for improvement.

Agency Correspondence

Professional correspondence with SQAAF or other accreditation agencies on behalf of your institution (excluding fees).

Staff Training & Self-Sufficiency

Comprehensive training programs to build internal capacity and enable your team to handle future SQAAF processes independently.

Our Service Process

1

Initial Consultation

Understanding your school's current status and SQAAF requirements

2

Gap Analysis

Identifying areas needing attention across all seven domains

3

Implementation Support

Providing hands-on assistance for documentation and compliance

4

Continuous Monitoring

Ongoing support and guidance throughout the SQAAF journey

Get in Touch

Ready to begin your SQAAF journey? Let's discuss how we can help your school achieve excellence.

Contact Information

Our team of SQAAF experts is ready to provide personalized guidance and support for your school's quality assessment needs.

Kolkata Office

222A B.T.Road,
Kolkata - 700036

Call at Directly

+91 9836057138

+91 7980593414

WhatsApp

+91 9836057138

+91 7980593414

Email

Biswajit@vidyartham.com

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