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Time of India
16 hours ago
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- Time of India
Faridabad government school named among top 10 finalists for World's Best School 2025; check why
Chandigarh's Government Girls Senior Secondary School, NIT-5, Faridabad, has earned global recognition by being named among the top 10 finalists across different categories in the annual World's Best School Prizes . Organized in the UK, these awards highlight the significant contributions schools make to societal development. Schools from Haryana, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Uttar Pradesh have been shortlisted for potential inclusion in the Best School to Work programme, an initiative aimed at helping schools attract and retain top teaching talent. The winners in all categories will be revealed in October. Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda , speaking on Thursday, described this achievement as a source of inspiration for government schools across the state. He emphasized that this success reinforces the idea that government schools are capable of excelling on global platforms. Dhanda added that the recognition of the Faridabad school would further encourage other government schools to prioritize innovation and student welfare. He noted that reforms initiated by the state government—such as the introduction of smart classrooms, STEM labs, and teacher training—will receive renewed momentum from this accomplishment. Live Events The World's Best School Prizes, founded by UK-based T4 Education after the COVID-19 pandemic, honour schools that are making transformative impacts both inside and outside their classrooms. The five prize categories include Community Collaboration, Environmental Action, Innovation, Overcoming Adversity, and Supporting Healthy Lives. T4 Education is a global platform that unites a network of over 200,000 educators across 100+ countries, committed to advancing education worldwide. The Faridabad school has been recognized under the Supporting Healthy Lives category for its efforts in transforming the lives of at-risk girls. The school integrates nutrition programs, mental and physical health support, and education to remove social barriers and ensure that no girl is left behind. Each category has 10 finalist schools. All 50 schools are also participating in a public voting round, which opened this week, to decide the Community Choice Award winner. The final results will be announced in October, and both winners and finalists will be invited to share their insights at the World Schools Summit in Abu Dhabi on November 15–16. There, they will present their best practices and innovative approaches to global education leaders and policymakers. [With inputs from PTI]
Time Out
2 days ago
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- Time Out
Two London schools have been nominated for World's Best School 2025
When it comes to educating their kids, parents understandably only want the best. So, it's good news for the residents of Enfield and Hounslow, as schools in these areas have just been nominated for the World's Best School Prize 2025. Two state-funded schools in north and west London were nominated as finalists for the prestigious global prize this year. Rivers Academy West London, a secondary school in Feltham, and One Degree Academy, a nursery and primary school in Enfield are in the running for the awards this year. The London schools are competing against 50 schools from around the world, with schools in India, Colombia, Nigeria and the USA also in the running. Five prizes are up for grabs in the World's Best School Prize 2025, for Community Collaboration, Environmental Action, Innovation, Overcoming Adversity, and Supporting Healthy Lives. Winners for the awards will be chosen by a panel of experts and announced in October. A public vote is also now open, where people can vote for the Community Choice Award from the 50 finalists. Winners will be invited to attend a summit in Abu Dhabi in November to share their best practices with policymakers from around the world. Rivers Academy is up for the Supporting Healthy Lives prize, thanks to its commitment to students' wellbeing and mental health. London's Deputy Mayor for Children and Families, Joanne McCartney, said: 'Rivers Academy's nomination reflects the school's commitment to nurturing students' wellbeing and building their confidence through projects that also benefit the wider community.' One Degree has been nominated for the Overcoming Adversity award for its curriculum that helps students from all backgrounds build resilience and practical skills, regardless of their socioeconomic background. 'One Degree Academy is delivering exceptional results by supporting children and families facing disadvantage and helping pupils access a wide range of activities as they progress from nursery through to primary,' said McCartney. 'Both schools are shining examples of the life-changing impact education can have in our capital, as we build a better London for everyone.'
