Programme Coordinators

“Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself.” – John Dewey

At Prometheus School, we believe that education should be a transformative experience that equips students with the skills and mindset necessary to navigate and thrive in an ever-evolving world. My educational philosophy is firmly anchored in this belief and aligns seamlessly with the core principles of the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, which emphasizes holistic development, inquiry-based learning, and global citizenship. The essence of the IB philosophy is to develop learners who are inquirers, knowledgeable, caring, and capable of contributing to a more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. My journey in education spans over a decade, and during this time, I have witnessed the profound impact that a well-rounded, inquiry-driven education can have on young minds. Encouraging students to ask questions, explore diverse perspectives, and engage in meaningful, real-world problem-solving cultivates a love for learning and develops critical thinking skills. We are dedicated to creating an environment where students are empowered to take ownership of their learning, embrace challenges, and collaborate effectively. We recognize the need to continually adapt and innovate in our teaching strategies to stay relevant in a rapidly changing world. By integrating technology, promoting transdisciplinary learning, and encouraging creative expression, we ensure that our students are not only well-versed in current knowledge but also adept at critical thinking and problem-solving.

At Prometheus School, we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to discover and pursue their passions. Our students are growing up in a complex and rapidly changing world, characterized by conflict, constant change, and technological and scientific advancements. In this volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environment, it is essential that schools prepare students to be resilient and responsive members of their communities. That is why we are dedicated to empowering our students to build the skills and resources they need to navigate the unknown challenges of tomorrow.

To achieve this goal, we utilize the Middle Years Programme (MYP) at Prometheus School. The MYP is a crucial time in a child’s life, as it is an age of self-discovery and adolescence. With the focus on teaching and learning in context, highlighting the need to learn and think deeply using concepts, the MYP makes for a robust programme for a child to becoming a responsible and innovative individual. The Personal Project allows students to set their own learning goals and explore their interests in authentic ways, while community service helps students become more aware of local issues and take meaningful action.

At Prometheus School, we approach teaching with intention, intuition, and innovation. We strive to create a magical learning environment where the heart and brain come together to make magic. We believe that by setting ambitious goals and taking pride in taking risks, we can ensure the success of our community. We are committed to collaborating and aligning our actions with the vision and mission of our institution. I welcome you to join us in this journey of teaching and learning at Prometheus School.

“Thinking is the capital, Enterprise is the way, Hard work is the solution”—Dr A P J Abdul Kalam

These words by the former President and famous as the Missile man of India, a renowned space scientist, completely resonate with me. This truly defines the core skills required to succeed in life, which is the aim of education. And that the education systems must focus more on developing these skills. For education to be lifelong, relevant to the time and age, learning not only should be dynamic but also innovative. This means we need to constantly upgrade teaching strategies with innovations and requirements of that time, this is so true in today’s world situation and in these times of online teaching and learning. As educators, we have all integrated different new strategies in our approach to teaching to focus on skills that are relevant to the new demands of online teaching. I can also relate this to IB philosophy and teaching approach, our school’s mission, and vision, which also focuses on skills and innovations for students to be equipped for the future. Knowledge, which is relevant today, may not be tomorrow, and we might require to unlearn and relearn, however, proficiency in skills will go a long way. We will be able to achieve that if we have learning skills defined very aptly by Dr Kalam.

Imparting education means inculcating a love of learning in the hearts of the students and inspiring them to become responsible, creative, ethical, and compassionate individuals who take agency and equip the themselves with the requisite skills for known and unknown challenges in future. In this context, W.B Yeat’s words, “Nelson Mandela’s words “Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire,” have been my guiding light.

I believe that the time at the secondary school is a golden period in which students explore a variety of learning opportunities and equip themselves with a multitude of educative experiences before they begin to engage in the pursuit of personal and professional passions. I take pride in our well-planned curriculum and appropriate guidance which helps students make the right choices to achieve their potential and finally their ambition.

The active learning approach is at the heart of our curriculum which provides opportunities to students to be constructive engaged and involved with their learning with focus. This approach is corroborated by our mission statement which says that we seek to create a community of curious lifelong learners through compassion, collaboration, and creative pursuits. The Cambridge programme with its wide variety of programme supports and caters to the above stated essential need of our students.