Gupta aims to bring a world-class educational experience to India
Shrewsbury School UK, an esteemed institution of academic excellence and international repute, has unveiled its inaugural campus in Bhopal, solidifying its commitment to fostering global education and collaboration.
The new campus is to offer an engaging educational environment to students in India and around the world.
Jagran Social Welfare Society, a 25-year-old educational pioneer in India, is collaborating with Shrewsbury School UK, to become the iconic school in India.
Shrewsbury India is designed as a co-education boarding school for ages 11-18 and will have 800 students at its full strength. It will be one of the largest co-educational residential schools in Central India in a state-of-the-art 150-acre campus.
The students will study the English National Curriculum leading to Cambridge International IGCSE examinations undertaken in years 9 and 10 to qualify students for entry into ‘A Level’ courses with final examinations at the end of years 12 and 13.
Tim Haynes, Governing Chair of Shrewsbury School, UK, said on 14 Oct, “The introduction of our offshore Indian campus enables us to share our storied educational heritage with the wider global community and the young, developing minds of Indian students.
“Rooted in academic excellence, coupled with a commitment to inclusivity, diversity and personal growth, we empower young minds to thrive in an ever-evolving world.”
Hari Mohan Gupta, Chairman Governing Body, Jagran Social Welfare Society, said, “Through this collaboration, we aim to bring a world-class educational experience to India, where students can thrive academically, culturally, and socially.
“The launch of Shrewsbury International School, India Campus, marks a pivotal moment in our commitment to shaping the future leaders of our nation.”
Shrewsbury School UK was founded by Edward VI in 1552 by Royal Charter and was the first public school in the UK with a proud legacy of more than 470 years. Fiinews.com
