AN INDEPENDENT international school in Gujarat and a charity school in Maharashtra are among worldwide institutions unveiled in London on Tuesday as finalists of the annual World’s Best School Prizes 2023. The five World’s Best School Prizes – for Community Collaboration, Environmental Action, Innovation, Overcoming Adversity, and Supporting Healthy Lives – celebrate schools for the pivotal role they play in developing the next generation of learners and for their enormous contribution to society’s progress, especially in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic. The Riverside School in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, has been recognised for its ground-breaking, studentcentric approach to education to make the cut for the final three in the “Innovation” category. Snehalaya English Medium School in Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, is credited with transforming the lives of children living with HIV/AIDS to make the final three in the “Overcoming Adversity” category.

 

“You, and your fellow finalists, have inspired me with the leadership, vision and culture you have fostered and for the exceptional teaching and learning environment you have built,” said Vikas Pota, Founder of T4 Education and the World’s Best School Prizes. “As the world seeks to tackle a deepening education crisis, these outstanding Indian schools light the path to a better future. It’s time for Governments everywhere to listen to your voices and learn from your expertise,” he said. The winners of the five prizes across all categories will be chosen by an expert Judging Academy, based on rigorous criteria and unveiled in November. A prize of USD 2,50,000 will be equally shared among the winners, with each receiving an award of USD 50,000.