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Save the Earth Together: Colaba Mangrove Cleanup activity with Acropolis
Grade 11 French/Spanish and Hindi students celebrated Mother Earth Day by volunteering for a Mangrove cleanup organized by Acropolis. Sharing the Planet is one of

Dare to Debate: Nandita flies to Harvard
On 22 March, we arrived in Boston to take part in the Harvard World School debate. The world school debate also known as WSDC is

Reflections on a Year of Growth at B.D. Somani
Indian education is in its transformation era, and Dr Geoff wants us all to join in! Here’s how we’re bringing the future to the present at B.D. Somani.

Melliontikos Technologia 2023
“Mellontikos Technologia -2023” – the Design and Technology Exhibition was held on 17th May, 2023. This exhibition featured a diverse range of projects done by

Celebrating Student Success and Looking Towards the Future
Join Dr Geoffrey Fisher in his April vlog as he shares exciting updates about the IB conference in Adelaide, successful mock exams, career counselling, and more.

Grade 8: Jaipur and Ranthambore
Our trip to Jaipur and Ranthambore was indeed the highlight of our eighth grade. It was a thrilling and engaging experience filled with action-packed days. Even though we left on 27th February, there was almost no student willing to leave by the 3rd of March.

Student Reflections: Pondicherry Trip
Our eleventh graders’ trip to Pondicherry was a melting pot of different cultures, traditions, languages, art, architecture, and beliefs! From exploring the quaint town’s peaceful lanes to conquering Gingee Fort, our students experienced it all! They also got to visit St. Thomas’ Church, Auro Ashram, and Auroville to explore religions and beliefs. And let’s not forget about the pleasant evenings watching classical dance and indulging in luxurious stays and meals. Plus, our students worked hard and offered warmth and services to the underprivileged. This school trip had everything and words cannot do justice to the quintessential experience it offered!

Student Reflections: Hyderabad Trip
Grade 7 had a fun-filled trip to Hyderabad from 27th Feb to 3rd March! We visited exciting places like Birla Science Center, Ramoji Film City, zoo, Weaver’s Village, Sudha Car Museum, Salar Jung Museum, Qutub Shahi Tombs, and Charminar. At the hotel, we played games, had a visit from Metamorphosis to learn about entrepreneurship, and a Talent Show. We laughed, cheered and created unforgettable memories!

Student Reflections: Kochi Trip
In the month of February, Grade 9 students visited Kochi, a beautiful city located on the southwest coast of India. The city has a rich

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.

IBDP Subject selection guidance Meeting at BD Somani International School
We had an IBDP Subject selection meeting on 24th Jan for the incoming IBDP students on our school campus. The aim of this meeting was

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.