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Redefining Rigour The B.D. Somani way: Dr. Geoff’s Thoughts
In his latest vlog, Dr Geoff shares details about our school trips around the country and talks about B.D. Somani’s idea of rigour in education which is all about building lifelong skills.
IB DP Subject selection guidance Meeting at BD Somani International School
We had an IB DP Subject selection meeting on 24th Jan for the incoming IB DP students on our school campus. The aim of this meeting was to help the
Endings, beginnings and everything in the middle
In Dr Fisher’s latest vlog, he talks about how January and February are busy for the students and teachers at B.D. Somani International School. With mock exams, math tests, and field trips, the school is bustling with activity and excitement.
As the school year winds down, the faculty are deciding whether they will continue with the school next year, and the school is actively searching for new staff to fulfil its curriculum expectations. Yet, despite the busyness, the school also takes a moment to reflect on what is truly important in education.
Welcome to BDSIS Alumni Reunion 2023: Student Reflections
On January 6th, we hosted the much anticipated Alumni Night for ex-students of our school was a resounding success!
A wave of nostalgia swept over the alumni and the teachers as they reminisced about the wonderful days spent learning, laughing and experimenting in the lively halls of B.D. Somani.
Each ex-student has made us proud with their achievements, and we hope to see them return time after time to celebrate with us.
Exploring CAS in the Corridors of B.D. Somani: Student Reflections
CAS encapsulates empathy, caring, perseverance and holistic growth.
Students’ vision and leadership contribute to a robust CAS program at B.D. Somani International School.
We nudge students to unfold and expand, break the boundaries of confinements of their thoughts and do meaningful projects. The huge plus, pedagogically, is real-life learning.
The Year That Was: Looking Back With Dr Geoff
In his last vlog of 2022, our head of school Dr Geoffrey Fisher talks about an eventful and exciting 2022 at B.D. Somani! Despite the challenges of the pandemic, our school community has shown incredible resilience and adaptability.
Welcome to BDSIS MUNTRA 2022
Our young adults from Grade 11 visited the ‘Science Beyond Borders’ exhibition organized by Institut Français in collaboration with Consulat général de la France en Inde on 29th September. They learnt about the partnership between France and India: the exchanges between Indian mathematicians and French scholars that started from ancient times to the modern-day partnership in Nuclear Sciences. Interdisciplinary experiences such as these are crucial for the overall development of our students as IB learners.
A circle of infinite giving- The story of Hamari Silai
A circle of infinite giving. That’s the story of Hamari Silai. From the humble beginnings of peeling prawns to being able to earn a living through the job of being
Reflections in Indo-French Exhibition: Science beyond borders
Our young adults from Grade 11 visited the ‘Science Beyond Borders’ exhibition organized by Institut Français in collaboration with Consulat général de la France en Inde on 29th September. They learnt about the partnership between France and India: the exchanges between Indian mathematicians and French scholars that started from ancient times to the modern-day partnership in Nuclear Sciences. Interdisciplinary experiences such as these are crucial for the overall development of our students as IB learners.
Child-Centric Education: The Hows and the Whys
In his newest vlog, our Head Of School, Dr Geoffrey Fisher, talks about child-centric education, B.D. Somani International School’s unique approach that keeps the child at the focal point of the learning journey. Dr Fisher explains that this entails differentiated learning, where each child’s needs and skills are considered when devising curricula and teaching methods. It also means a values-based education that is individualized for every student and oriented towards the future while rooted in the past. Each student has a unique pathway as they traverse through the world of B.D. Somani’s child-centric education. Dr Fisher acknowledges the teachers’ hard work in making sure that each pathway is fulfilling, all-rounded, and, most significantly, curated to bring forth the best from each child.
Junior Student Council Event
The festival of Navratri is a time when the air is filled with excitement, elation, and energy! One way to celebrate this huge festival is by playing Garba, and the
What makes us Different: B.D. Somani is a happy place
Our Head of School, Dr Geoffrey Fisher shares his joy about the flurry of school activities that have taken place since classes resumed.