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Vijaya Question by Vijaya on Jun 01, 2025Hindi
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Sir My child is in 10th this year in bangalore CBSE and prefers to aspire for IIT engineering line. Can you please suggest which is the best option both in terms of 1. School: Allen integrated or regular School 11, 12 followed by additional classes 2. What is the best course she can choose that will help her in both scores and assist her in future.

Ans: Vijaya Madam, When choosing between integrated school-coaching programs, weekend batches, and regular weekday classes for JEE preparation, five critical factors emerge from global educational research and institutional data: 1) Time Management Efficiency—Integrated programs eliminate commute times and synchronize board/exam syllabi, saving 10–15 weekly hours compared to separate school+coaching setups. 2) Learning Intensity—Weekend batches (6–8 hours/day) demand high concentration for compressed sessions, suited for disciplined students, while weekday classes (2–4 hours/day) enable gradual concept assimilation. 3) Faculty Expertise—Prioritize institutes with 75%+ faculty retention rates and proven JEE success, as integrated programs often employ teachers trained in dual-curriculum delivery. 4) Peer Competition—Regular batches foster daily academic rivalry, boosting motivation, whereas integrated/ weekend options may lack consistent peer engagement. 5) Customization—Smaller batch sizes (
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