Junior Citizens Academy Secondary School

About Junior Citizens Academy Secondary School

Junior Citizens Academy Secondary School (Junior Citizens' Academy / JCA), historically cataloged as Junior Citizens Academy Higher Secondary School, is a long-standing private academic institution situated in Budhibazar, Ward No. 26 of Pokhara Metropolitan City (formerly Lekhnath Municipality), Kaski District, Gandaki Province, Nepal. Founded in 1979 AD (2036 BS), the institution has served as a foundational pioneer of quality English-medium schooling in eastern Pokhara for over four decades, operating under its institutional motto "Learn to Love: Lead to Serve."

Operating under the regulation of the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology and affiliated with the National Examinations Board (NEB), Junior Citizens Academy Secondary School conducts comprehensive schooling from early childhood up through Grade 12. Spanning an expansive campus of over 20 ropanis, the school has achieved international recognitions including ISO certification and the British Council International School Award (ISA). The institution combines structured academics in Science and Management with practical technology partnerships, student quality circles, and holistic personal growth.

Quick Institutional Profile

Academic Programs Offered

Higher Secondary (+2) Programs (NEB Affiliated)

• Ten Plus Two (+2) Science: Preparation in physics, chemistry, biology, and advanced mathematics, designed for students pursuing medicine, engineering, and technology fields.
• Ten Plus Two (+2) Management: Curriculum covering principles of accounting, business studies, economics, hotel management, and business mathematics.

School Level Programs (SEE)

• Pre-Primary Level (Play Group, Nursery, KG): Activity-based foundational instruction encouraging language acquisition, basic arithmetic, curiosity, and social skills.
• Basic Level (Grades 1 to 8): Structured English-medium primary schooling encompassing sciences, mathematics, social studies, computing, and languages.
• Secondary Level (Grades 9 & 10 - SEE): Core curriculum mandated by the Curriculum Development Centre (CDC) preparing students for the Secondary Education Examination.

Key Facilities & Infrastructure

• Science Laboratories: Well-equipped dedicated laboratories for physics, chemistry, and biology experimental demonstrations.
• Computer Laboratory: Modern networked computer laboratory providing digital education tools and internet access.
• School Library: Resourced reading center with academic textbooks, reference works, fiction, and periodicals.
• Sports & Grounds: Spacious outdoor playgrounds supporting football, basketball, volleyball, badminton, and athletics.
• Cafeteria: On-campus canteen providing hygienic meals and refreshments for students and staff.
• Transportation: Dedicated fleet of school buses serving students across Pokhara and Lekhnath neighborhoods.
• Student Clubs & Quality Circles: Active participation in Student Quality Circles (SQC), Junior Red Cross, and cultural clubs.
• Scholarships: Merit-based and need-based tuition fee concessions awarded to qualifying and talented students.

Admissions and Eligibility Guidelines

• Plus Two (+2) Admissions: Admission into Grade 11 Science or Management requires a pass in the Secondary Education Examination (SEE) or equivalent with minimum GPA criteria established by the NEB, alongside an entrance assessment.
• School Admissions (PG to Grade 9): Open annually at the start of the academic year in Chaitra and Baisakh upon submission of previous school records.
• Scholarship Screening: Conducted during the entrance period according to institutional guidelines.

Location & Contact Information

• Address: Budhibazar, Ward No. 26, Pokhara Metropolitan City, Kaski District, Gandaki Province, Nepal
• Phone: +977-61-560503 / +977-61-561250
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://jca.edu.np