Naukuchiatal

EDUCATION AT TAI - OUR PHILOSOPHY

Templeton Academy International recognizes the critical need for developing 21st century skills. However, we believe that
authentic education addresses the “whole child”, the “whole person”, and does not limit our professional development and
curriculum design to workplace readiness. The 21st century skills learned through our curriculum, which is interdisciplinary,
integrated, project based, and more, include and are learned within a project-based curriculum by utilizing the seven survival
skills advocated by Tony Wagner in his book, The Global Achievement Gap:

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Collaboration across Networks and Leading by Influence
Agility and Adaptability
Initiative and Entrepreneurialism
Effective Oral and Written Communication
Accessing and Analyzing Information
Curiosity and Imagination

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We teach how to think, Not what to think!

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 WELCOME TO TAI

Templeton Academy International is a Fully Residential Co-educational

School affiliated to CBSE, New Delhi with separate hostel for Boys & Girls. It is
located on the hill top in Naukuchiatal in Nainital District in Uttarakhand, India.
It offers a grandstand view of the surrounding and towering densely foliaged
hill points and a breathtaking view of the Naukuchiatal Lake below.

Templeton Academy is one in the Top 10 boarding / residential Schools with

Co-Educational environment in india. Templeton Academy International is the
right place in search of the best boarding school in India.

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 CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE
The unprecedented economic development compiled with the growth of information and technology has placed responsibility of
nurturing and shaping the future of our country on us. Real education is "the one which draws out the best in a child". This dictum
is the guiding principle of education and keeping this in heart and mind Templeton Academy International was launched in
Naukuchiatal (Nainital) in 2004 and pertaining to the quality being provided here, it has been on the path of progress ever since.

At Templeton Academy International, we discharge the responsibility of shaping the citizens for tomorrow by providing
professional expertise and support and dissemination of tested innovations, curriculum and materials and provide invigorating
atmosphere of learning. We take utmost care to develop our children into responsible citizens having humane attitude,
bestowed with tolerant behaviour combined with civic sense, infused with a sense of pride for their motherland and endowed
with an ignited mind with deep faith in morality, values and ethics. At Templeton Academy International education is no longer
confined to the teaching three R's - Reading, Writing and Arithmetic. It is the three H's - Head, Heart and Hand which have
surpassed the three R's. The School imparts education to develop these H's through Intellectual, Moral, Physical and Vocational
aspects. Hence Oratory, Dramatics, Declamations and Sports all have been intricately interwoven in the curriculum thereby
polishing the holistic personality of students. I wish to remind that "Success is never ending" and extend my heartfelt wishes to
all associated with us.

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 TAI VISION

Deciding about education is among one of the most important life decisions we all make. As
parents, we have a vision of what life has to offer. So we place these most significant years
into the hands of those who will nurture, train and develop young minds, believing that this
is the best way for our vision to become a reality.

We see individuals of different countries, cultures, faith, and creeds living, growing, and
learning together. We see them serving the world, sharing their attitude, skills and
knowledge, at ease in any situation and in any company.

At Templeton we believe, that the years spent at our campus will empower an individual
with the Knowledge, Skills & Attitude enabling them to be a true Global Future Leader.

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 TAI MISSION
The new millennium has ushered in by a dramatic technological revolution. We now live in an increasingly diverse, globalized, and
complex, media-saturated society. According to Dr. Douglas Kellner at UCLA this technological revolution will have a greater
impact on society than the transition from an oral to a print culture.

Today's kindergarteners will be retiring in the year 2080. We have no idea of what the world will look in five years, much less 60
years, yet we are charged with preparing our students for life in that world. Our students are facing many emerging issues such as
global warming, famine, poverty, health issues, a global population explosion and other environmental and social issues. These
issues lead to a need for students to be able to communicate, function and create change personally, socially, economically and
politically on local, national and global levels. Even kindergarten children can make a difference in the world by participating in
real-life, real-world service learning projects. You're never too young, or too old, to make your voice heard and create change that
makes the world a better place.

Emerging technologies and resulting globalization also provide unlimited possibilities for exciting new discoveries and
developments such as new forms of energy, medical advances, restoration of environmentally ravaged areas, communications,
and exploration into space and into the depths of the oceans. The possibilities are unlimited. At Templeton Academy
International we recognize the critical need for developing these 21st century skills.
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 TAI AT A GLANCE

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We build a community of learning!

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 WHAT MAKES TAI DIFFERENT ?
The TAI pedagogy differs from the conventional educational approach in several important ways:-

It is child centric
Individualized learning is the key
Learning is achieved through direct experience and active involvement
Students learn at their own pace
Self direction is encouraged
Project Based Learning
Synchronized Study Program
Progressive Curriculum
Expeditionary Approach to Learning

TAI program takes into account that each child develops at his or her own pace. New tasks are introduced at the right moment of
readiness. Children form a habit of being successful one step at a time, building a firm foundation for continued enthusiasm and
lifelong quest of knowledge. Once on their way they cannot be stopped as they first explore their immediate surroundings and
then the universe. Offering a wide range of co-curricular activities for the whole brain exercise, the purpose, the aim and the drive
at TAI is to equip the child with the core subject knowledge and the most excellent technological proficiency so that he may
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function with clarity and efficiency in the modern world.
FACILITATING EXPLORATION

To build a better future, we need to equip students with the independent

skills for college, career and civic life. That's why TAI cites independence
as the first disposition of college and career readiness. TAI has been
supporting students to be self-reliant, innovative and to persevere – to be
the champions of their own learning. So, our curriculum and resources
place independent, productive struggle with challenging tasks at the
heart of learning. Our expedition and exploration offers a mix of
interactive interfaces and structured symposiums.

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 CENTRE OF LEARNING: LIBRARY

Our School librarian provides the all-important human connection

between students and information, as well as between teachers and
information. He promotes a love of reading and learning. He curates
collections that support a sense of wonder at the breadth of possibility in
the world. Their human touch lifts information access from a rote and
random activity to a purposeful and meaningful learning.

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 WORKHOUSE OF EXPERIMENTATION
Practical work is the most important factor in the study of science. TAI provides
independent and very well equipped laboratories for Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
The laboratories are up-to-date, equipped with audio visual teaching aids, learning kits
and the best apparatus for conducting experiments as per the requirements for the
National and International curriculums offered at the school. Each lab has a
demonstration table with a work station for the teacher, Interactive Smart Board and
LCD projector.
Enough space to accommodate students at a stretch with an uncompromising
adherence to safety specifications and they are well maintained to provide a hygienic
environment for the students. Comfortable stools with suitable height for students to
work on work tables.
Biology Lab: has a unique collection of charts, 3D models, slides and specimens, microscopes, full size skeleton to cater to the needs of the syllabus of each
class.
Physics Lab: is fully equipped with all possible electrical equipment's like ammeters, voltmeters, resistence, electrolytes, arrangement of curtains for
experiments on light.
Chemistry Lab: has an attached preparation room where chemicals are stored and prepared for experiments. Eye Goggles are used while performing
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experiments. A Fume hood, spray for eye wash and shower is provided for the safety of the students.
 PROJECTION OF PERFORMANCE
Our School Auditorium is a multi-use concert hall with wonderful acoustics and a warm and welcoming ambience. It is a perfect venue
for non – academic and academic events such as musical, dance and theater performances, as well as lectures, conferences, video
shows respectively.

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CLASSES THAT STRETCH YOUR MIND

Our Robotics classes aim at “experiencing science and technology

through fun way of robotics”. Working towards this aim, students are
taught to design, build and program autonomous robots. In the
process of learning about robotics, students experience the practical
aspects of STEM-Science, Technology , Engineering and
Mathematics and develop numerous skills including problem solving,
logical reasoning, creativity, communication and self confidence .

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 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

Our Experiential Program's purpose is to provide students with research,

teaching, and service learning experiences in community, organizations
and businesses experiences that will enable students to discover and
develop confidence in their ability to engage in productive and significant
work and to foster a tangible commitment to the community in which they
live.

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E-SAVVY CAMPUS

Templeton has always been at the forefront of utilising IT in making

learning informative and entertaining. The entire campus is
connected through Local Area Network, including the IT Lab, Library
and the Hostels. There is a 24-hour wireless Internet connectivity with
high data transfer speed. UPSs are installed for uninterrupted power
supply in each lab. Afternoon Research Periods are made available for
the Project Research and the Theory of Knowledge Presentation
preparation.

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 A WORLD BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
OUTDOOR
For a complete development of child, outdoor excursions are a must, since
our inception we are active in exploration, adventure & outdoor education
in surrounding hills & Beyond. Our students have travelled across the
country to observe what they have learnt in their classroom. At TAI we
believe that world is the classroom. They remember things better when
they explore it, capture it, and then reframe and present it to peers, family &
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CREATIVITY & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Students at Templeton keep themselves busy at paintings, drama, music &
dance, photography & graphic design on weekends. They learn their hobby
of choice throughout year, explore all possibilities of creativity and then
wait for the annual exhibition where the entire school is decorated with the
art & craft learners and the drama, theater, photography, dance & music has
a stage show to demonstrate their learning on the School Annual Day.
 PLAY WITH PASSION SPORTS
TAI has all the required sports fields & Gymnasium at campus to keep the students healthy throughout the year. Opting for sports is mandatory for each student at
TAI. Here students engage in sports such as Basketball, Volleyball, Football, Cricket, Table Tennis, Pool Table (8 ball), Cross Country Races, Swimming, Athletic
games. The school has bagged many inter school, national & state level trophies.

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 TAI CURRICULUM

Templeton offers a high-quality academic programs, which is designed to meet the

needs of students from KG to Graduation at the end of Grade 12. The school
provides experiential education that extends beyond the classroom. Our excellent
faculty brings with them the best teaching styles from around the world. Students
discover their own potential as they explore the wide range of subjects on offer and
build their skills in research and critical thinking while keeping a strong hold on
Language & Mathematics. The school prepares students for Indian as well as
International Universities.

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 SYNCHRONISED STUDY PROGRAM
Synchronized study of CBSE Boards + AIEEE +AIPMT+CA/CPT+NTSE +SAT+IELTS+TOEFL+ +IIHM+Olympiads + Other Competitive Entrance Exams etc.The goal
of the program is to help students score high marks in X & XII Boards and a good rank in the various competitive exams for undergraduate program at premier
institutions in India and Abroad.

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 SPECIFIC ADVANTAGES OF
BOARDING SCHOOL
Our challenge is to encourage, connect, and foster learning throughout a child's
day. We help children make sense of all the information and experiences in their
lives? We ensure that all children have opportunities to reach their full potential in a
competitive world where thinking skills are the most important asset of a society?
We extend the learning throughout the day for all children by collaborating with the
steering committee, parents, students and community members to work toward
designing programs to meet these needs. They are: internships, various clubs such
as astronomy, photography, gardening, writing, bicycle building, computer repairs,
the arts, sports, culinary arts, creating student-run businesses
(entrepreneurships), woodwork, renewable energy, telescope assembling, waste
management and many more.

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 BECOMING A PART OF THE TAI FAMILY

The Entrance Test centre will be at Templeton Academy International (Naukuchiatal). The test is to test the age specified skills in linguistics and logico-
mathematical. The entrance test is held only for admission up to class 9th. For entrances to class 11th, admission is considered on the basis of the Board's result
of class 10th. Admission is subject to merit and vacancy. Students found eligible will be issued Admission Cards. The parents must deposit the Admission Card
within 15days long with the payment of Demand Draft drawn in favour of Templeton Academy International, payable at Ramnagar, Dist. Nainital. If the parents on
their own accord decide against sending their ward to the school after depositing the fees, they would not be entitled to a refund of any fees. This is required for two
reasons. As protection for other students who intend to join the school but who may be denied a seat because of restricted number of places and as protection to
the school against financial loss. No seat will be reserved for late comers and no concession in fees will be made for any period or period of absence. 23
 ADMISSION PROCEDURE
FOR INDIAN STUDENTS
Registration Form can be downloaded from our website
www.templetonacademy.com or can be obtained in person on payment of
Rs.900/- or by sending a DD of Rs.900/- in favour of Templeton Academy
International payable at Ramnagar, Distt. Nainital, Uttarakhand.
Registration for admission can be done by sending a DD for Rs.1500/- in
favour of Templeton Academy International payable at Ramnagar along
with Registration Form duly filled in. Registration Fee can be deposited in
School's IDBI Bank A/c No. 404102000000064, IFSC Code IBKL0000404.
Registration Fee can also be deposited in State Bank of India, Ramnagar
A/c No.32034479950, IFSC Code SBIN0000701
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FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS/NRIs/PIOs
Application Form can be downloaded from our website
www.templetonacademy.com or can be obtained in person on payment of
US $500/- Registration for admission can be done by sending a DD US$
500 favouring Templeton Academy International payable at Ramnagar
along with Registration Form duly filled in. International Fund Transfers
may make payment to our Bank - Oriental Bank of Commerce located at
Ramnagar Distt. Nainital (Uttarakhand), India using SWIFT CODE No.
ORDC INBB IBD A/c No.12111011000691.
 TAI ADMISSION
We do not believe in interviewing kids. Each child is unique and special. There is no
parameter in the world, which could judge one to be better or worse. We believe in
parents choosing us rather than us choosing them.
Scholarship is available for Academics, Games, Sports and Co-curricular
Activities.
Scholarship tests will consist of Personal Interviews, Enriched
Mathematics Tests, English Compositions Tests and Personal Ability
Tests. Performance records of the previous year will also be considered.
The performance profile of the last examination appeared for must be made
available along with the scholarship form.
Academic Scholarships are awarded on a competitive examination basis to
the top student in each class.
There is no entrance test till class-V. Class VI and above have to undertake an
entrance test for entry. There is no fixed syllabus for the test. A general test of
English comprehension, Mathematical Skills, Critical evaluation and Logical
Reasoning shall be conducted.
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 FEE RULES
Registration and Admission fees are non-refundable; it is a one time fee for new students only.
One term fee will be charged once a student is admitted in the Hostel during 1st term and no refund will be given.
If a student is withdrawn during the second term, the whole year fee to be paid by the parents.
The fee amounts are subjects to revision as advised by Management body of the school from time to time.
Boarding fee is charged from April 1st to March 31st i.e. for ten months only, while tuition fee is charged for twelve
months April to March.
School fee for the whole year can be paid in two installments of including Imprest Money.
Special medicines, special diet, books and stationery, sports gear and shoe repairs, toilet requisites etc. are
charged from the imprest account.
No reduction in late fee is made on account of a student returning late to School or for broken periods.
A fine @20% per month will be levied on outstanding amount after due date.
Once Payment is not realized, the name will be struck off the rolls and a readmission fee will be charged.

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SCHOOL UNIFORM
Monday-Tuesday & Thursday-Friday
1. Grey Pant
2. White Shirt
3. Black Shoes
4. Tie
5. Blazer/Sweater
Wednesday
1. White Pant
2. White Shirt
3. PT Shoes/White Sports Shoes
4. Blazer/Sweater
Saturday
1. White Pant
2. House T-Shirt
3. PT Shoes/White Sports Shoes
4. Blazer/Sweater
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 DAILY SCHEDULE:PRIMARY
MON-FRI SATURDAY
REVEILLE : 05:30 A.M. Same till Assembly
P.T. ROLL CALL : 05:45 A.M. CLASS TEACHER'S PERIOD : 08:35 to 08:40 A.M.
MORNING FITNESS : 05:50 to 06.10 A.M. 1ST PERIOD : 08:40 to 09:10 A.M.
(Monday to Saturday) 2ND PERIOD : 09:10 to 09:40 A.M
WASH N CHANGE : 06:15 to 07:05 A.M. 3RD PERIOD : 09:40 to 10:10 A.M.
MORNING INSPECTION (In respective hostels) 4TH PERIOD : 10:10 to 10:40 A.M.
BREAKFAST : 07:10 to 07:35 A.M. SHORT BREAK : 10:40 to 11:00 A.M.
MORNING PREP (Supervised by Wardens & Primary Coordinator) 5TH PERIOD : 11:00 to 11:35 A.M.
In academic Block : 07:45 to 08:15 A.M. 6TH PERIOD : 11:35 to 12:10 P.M.
ASSEMBLY/ CLASS TEACHER'S PERIOD : 08.20 to 08:40 P.M. House Meeting : 12:10 to 12:30 P.M.
DISPERSAL : 12:30 P.M.
1ST PERIOD : 08.40 to 09.15 A.M. LUNCH : 12:35 to 01:00 P.M.
2ND PERIOD : 09.15 to 09.50 A.M Phone Calls : 01:05 to 02:05 P.M.
3RD PERIOD : 09:50 to 10.25 A.M. GAMES/ ACTIVITIES : 02:00 to 03:20 P.M .
SHORT BREAK : 10:25 to 10:40 A.M. REST : 03:30 to 04:30 P.M.
4TH PERIOD : 10:40 to 11:15 A.M. SNACKS : 04:35 to 05:00 P.M.
5TH PERIOD : 11.15 to 11.50 P.M. EVENING PREP : 05:15 to 06:45 P.M.
6TH PERIOD : 11:50 to 12:25 P.M. Same till LIGHT OUT
LUNCH : 12:30 to 01:05 P.M SUNDAY
7TH PERIOD : 01:05 to 01:40 P.M. REVEILLE : 06:15 A.M.
DISPERSAL : 01:45 to 01:50 P.M. WASH N CHANGE : 07:10 to 08:00 A.M.
GAMES / ACTIVITIES : 02:20 to 03:20 P.M BREAKFAST : 08:00 to 08:30 A.M.
REST : 03:30 to 04:30 P.M. CANTEEN : 10:30 to 11:30 A.M
SNACKS : 04:35 to 05:00 P.M. DETENTION / REMEDIAL CLASS : 11:45 to 12:45 P.M.
EVENING PREP : 05:15 to 06:45 P.M. ACTIVITIES (Art/Music/WoodWork)
DINNER : 07:30 to 08:00 P.M. LUNCH : 01.00 to 01.30 P.M.
NIGHT PREP IN HOSTELS : 08:30 to 09:15 P.M. REST : 01.45 to 03.30 P.M.
SUPERVISED BY WARDENS) GAMES : 03.45 to 04.45 P.M.
NIGHT ROLL CALL : 08:00 P.M. EVENING PREP : 05:15 to 06:45 P.M.
LIGHTS OUT : 09:30 P.M. DINNER : 07:00 to 07:35 P.M.
Same till LIGHT OUT

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ON WEDNESDAY: CANTEEN: 04.15 to 05:00 P.M.
 DAILY SCHEDULE:SECONDARY MON-FRI SATURDAY
REVEILLE : 05:30 A.M. Same till Assembly
P.T. ROLL CALL : 05:45 A.M. ASSEMBLY/ CLASS TEACHER'S PERIOD : 07.50 to 08:05 A.M.
MORNING FITNESS : 05:50 to 06.10 A.M. 1ST PERIOD : 08.05 to 08.40 A.M.
(Monday to Saturday) 2ND PERIOD : 08.40 to 09.15 A.M.
WASH N CHANGE : 06:15 to 07:05 A.M. 3RD PERIOD : 09:15 to 09.50 A.M.
MORNING INSPECTION (In respective hostels) 4TH PERIOD : 09:50 to 10.25 A.M.
BREAKFAST : 07:15 to 07:45 A.M. SHORT BREAK : 10:25 to 10:40 A.M.
ASSEMBLY/ CLASS TEACHER'S PERIOD : 07.50 to 08:05 A.M. 5TH PERIOD : 10:40 to 11.15 A.M.
6TH PERIOD : 11:15 to 11:50 A.M.
1ST PERIOD : 08.05 to 08.40 A.M. 7TH PERIOD : 11:50 to 12:25 P.M.
2ND PERIOD : 08.40 to 09.15 A.M. Zero Lesson (Tutorial / Events / Activities) : 01:00 to 01:50 P.M.
3RD PERIOD : 09:15 to 09.50 A.M. LUNCH : 02:00 to 02:30 P.M.
4TH PERIOD : 09:50 to 10.25 A.M. Rest / Extra Class / Remedial Class : 02:30 to 03:30 P.M
SHORT BREAK : 10:25 to 10:40 A.M. Same till LIGHT OUT
5TH PERIOD : 10:40 to 11.15 A.M.
6TH PERIOD : 11:15 to 11:50 A.M.
7TH PERIOD : 11:50 to 12:25 P.M.
8TH PERIOD : 12:25 to 01:00 P.M.
Zero Lesson (Tutorial / Events / Activities) : 01:00 to 01:50 P.M. SUNDAY
DISPERSAL : 01:55 P.M. REVEILLE : 06:15 A.M.
LUNCH : 02:00 to 02:30 P.M. WASH N CHANGE : 07:10 to 08:00 A.M.
Rest / Extra Class / Remedial Class : 02:30 to 03:30 P.M BREAKFAST : 08:45 to 09:15 A.M.
ROLL CALL (Basket Ball Court) : 03:40 P.M. DETENTION /GAMES/REMIDIAL CLASS : 10:00 to 11:15 A.M.
GAMES / ACTIVITIES : 03:45 to 04:45 P.M. ACTIVITIES (Art/Music/Dance/Wood Work) : 11:15 to 12:30 P.M.
WASH & CHANGE : 04:50 to 05:10 P.M. LUNCH : 02.00 to 02.30 P.M.
SNACKS : 05:15 to 05:30 P.M. REST : 02.45 to 03.45 P.M.
EVENING PREP : 05:45 to 07:45 P.M. CANTEEN : 03.45 to 05.00 P.M.
(REVISION TEST IN THE SECOND HOUR for X & XII) EVENING ROLL CALL : 05.35
DINNER : 08:15 to 08:45 P.M. EVENING PREP : 05:45 to 07:45 P.M.
NIGHT ROLL CALL : 08:55 P.M. Same till LIGHT OUT
NIGHT PREP IN HOSTELS : 09:00 to 10:00 P.M.
(SUPERVISED BY WARDENS)
LIGHTS OUT ** : 10:15 P.M.
29 ** Senior Students can do SELF-STUDY In their respective Dorm till 11:30 P.M. ON WEDNESDAYS: CANTEEN: 03.40 to 04:15 P.M.; GAMES/ACTIVITIES: 04.20 to 04:50 P.M.; ON SATURDAYS: Phone call after dinner
supervised by wardens and class teachers.
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Email: contact@templetonacademy.com
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TEMPLETON ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL

Naukuchiatal, Distt. Nainital Uttarakhand (India)
Phone no.: +91-9999-66-8885
Email: contact@templetonacademy.com