For generations, Vijayadashami has been associated with new beginnings and the traditional practice of Vidyarambham — the initiation into learning.
For many families, it is a meaningful occasion to introduce a child to the world of education, knowledge, and discovery.
At Queen Mira International School (QMIS), Madurai, we bring together this spirit of new beginnings with an education designed for the world ahead. As a CBSE school with CIS accreditation, QMIS combines academic learning, international perspectives, technology, sports, creativity, life skills, and opportunities for personal growth.
For the 2026–27 academic year, families can explore admissions from Play Home and Pre-KG through Grade 12, subject to grade-wise eligibility and seat availability.
This Vijayadashami, give your child’s learning journey a thoughtful beginning.
Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra, marks an important cultural occasion associated with the triumph of good over evil. In many South Indian traditions, the day is also connected with Vidyarambham, the ceremonial beginning of a child’s learning journey.
In 2026, Vijayadashami falls on Tuesday, 20 October, according to several India/Chennai calendar references, although festival observance can vary by regional calendar conventions.
For parents, the significance goes beyond a single day.
It can be a moment to pause, reflect, and ask:
What kind of learning environment will help my child grow?
At QMIS, that question extends beyond textbooks and examination results.
Choosing a school is one of the most important decisions a parent makes. The right environment should help children develop academically while also building confidence, curiosity, creativity and character.
To help children become curious learners, confident communicators, responsible individuals and thoughtful global citizens.
More than education — a journey of discovery, character,
confidence and global possibilities for every child.
01 / ACADEMICS
A CBSE learning experience with broader perspectives,
experiential education, technology and future-ready skills.
02 / GLOBAL STANDARDS
QMIS received Council of International Schools (CIS)
accreditation in 2021 following an extensive evaluation process.
A Global Perspective
Emphasis on international education, global citizenship,
learning and wellbeing.
03 / BEYOND CLASSROOMS
Opportunities to explore interests, discover talents
and learn through meaningful experiences.
04 / WHOLE-CHILD LEARNING
Supporting academic progress alongside personal growth,
resilience, creativity and real-world experience.
05 / INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT
Every child learns differently.
QMIS currently describes a 1:10 student-teacher ratio in Kindergarten, while its published information states an average of approximately 1:30 from Primary through Senior grades.
For early learners especially, this structure is intended to support closer interaction, guidance and individual attention.
As stated in the school’s published information.
06 / STUDENT WELLBEING
A supportive environment where children can ask questions,
learn from mistakes and develop confidence.
Discover the QMIS learning experience and take the next step
towards your child’s future.
The first years of education can influence how children approach learning for years to come.
A child who is encouraged to ask questions can become a curious learner.
A child who is given opportunities to participate can become a confident communicator.
A child who learns to work with others can become a collaborative thinker.
And a child who is encouraged to take responsibility can gradually develop into a responsible leader.
This is why the choice of school matters.
At QMIS, the focus is on creating an environment where students can develop academically while also growing socially, creatively, physically, and personally
| Traditional Beginning | The QMIS Approach |
|---|---|
| Vidyarambham | A thoughtful beginning to formal learning |
| Knowledge | Strong academic foundations |
| Growth | Holistic development |
| Values | Character and responsible citizenship |
| Exploration | Experiential and technology-enabled learning |
| Community | Collaboration and global-mindedness |
| Future | Skills for an evolving world |
Auspicious beginnings matter. But what comes after the beginning matters even more.
That is where the right school can make a difference.
The school provides a continuous educational journey from Pre-KG through Grade 12, allowing children to grow within a familiar learning environment while progressing through different stages of development.
Building curiosity, communication, independence and foundational learning habits.
Developing literacy, numeracy, observation, collaboration and confidence.
Encouraging research, inquiry, critical thinking and deeper subject understanding.
Strengthening academic foundations, independent thinking, career and future.
ACADEMIC YEAR 2026–27
Your journey to a world of learning begins here.
Create an account through the QMIS admission portal to begin the admission process.
Enter the required student and parent information, review the details, and submit the application.
Complete the applicable application payment as instructed by the admissions portal.
Depending on the grade, the next stage may involve an interview, assessment, or portfolio review.
Once the admission process is completed, families receive further instructions and next steps from the admissions team.
Important Note: Admission requirements and availability may vary by grade. Parents are advised to confirm the latest details with the QMIS admissions team.
Grade-specific eligibility requirements apply, particularly for early-years admissions, so parents should check the latest criteria before applying.
They choose it for the person their child is becoming.
At QMIS, the aim is to nurture children who are:
Curious enough to question.
Confident enough to express.
Creative enough to imagine.
Responsible enough to lead.
Open-minded enough to understand the world.
That is the bigger purpose behind education.
Vijayadashami has long represented the beginning of a child’s learning journey.
But the most important question is not simply when your child starts school.
It is where that journey takes them.
At Queen Mira International School, Madurai, children are encouraged to learn with curiosity, grow with confidence and prepare for a world that is constantly changing.
Make this Vijayadashami more than a beginning.
Make it the beginning of something bigger.
Give your child the opportunity to learn, grow, explore and prepare
for a changing world at QMIS.
Discover the QMIS approach to learning and development.