AURUM THE GLOBAL SCHOOL-Annual Report 2025-2026

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

Education is the foundation upon which strong character, independent thinking, and responsible citizenship are built. At Aurum The Global School, education is a holistic process that nurtures academic excellence, life skills, creativity, resilience, and global awareness.

The academic year 2025-26 marks a significant milestone as Aurum The Global School celebrates 13 years of dedicated service in the field of education. From its humble beginnings, the school has evolved into one of the leading institutions in the region, steadily gaining national and international recognition. This journey has been made possible through the unwavering support of the management, the commitment of our educators, the trust of parents, and the determination of our students.

Resumption:

The academic session 2025-26 commenced with renewed enthusiasm and a shared sense of purpose. Students and staff returned with high aspirations, embracing a year filled with opportunities for academic learning, personal growth, and creative exploration. The collective spirit of the Aurum family set a positive and energetic tone for the year ahead.

Curriculum:

The curriculum at Aurum The Global School is designed to ensure the holistic and experiential development of every learner. With a strong emphasis on the principle of learning by doing, the academic programme integrates conceptual understanding with real-world application.

Curricular highlights:

• A movie-based curriculum up to Grade VIII, nurturing moral values, empathy, and ethical thinking.
• Life skills training aimed at fostering independence, responsibility, and self-awareness.
• Robotics education to promote innovation, creativity, and 21st-century skills.
• Vedic Mathematics and Abacus sessions to enhance logical reasoning, speed, and focus.

With over 25 active student clubs, learners explore diverse interests under expert mentorship, ensuring balanced academic, emotional, and social development.

Academic Achievements:

Academic success is the foundation of Aurum’s reputation. This year, our students once again showcased exemplary performance in CBSE Board Exams.

Class X

• Akshara Sharma & Shiven Upmanyu – 97.4%
• Ayush Chand – 96.8%
• Aman Mehta – 96.2%

Exceptional overall pass percentage with several subject-wise centums.

Class XII

• Vansh Chaprana – 98.2%
• Bhavleen Kaur – 97.2%
• Sanchita Mishra – 96.8%
• Multiple students achieved perfect scores in individual subjects

These results reflect the perseverance of students, the dedication of teachers, and the invaluable support of parents.

Co-curricular activities:

Aurum believes that education extends beyond academics. The school actively promotes creativity, social responsibility, teamwork, and leadership through diverse co-curricular initiatives

• TEDx AurumTheGlobalSchool – Season 2, fostering idea-sharing and intellectual dialogue./li>
• IIMUN Chapter 3, hosting over 500 delegates from 25+ schools across 15+ committees.
• Signature Campaign, a student-led initiative advocating sustainability, mental well-being, and social awareness through nukkad nataks and presentations.
• Imagination to Creation workshops strengthening collaboration between parents and students.
• Inter-House events, helping students express themselves, build confidence, and strengthen communication skills.
• Intra-class competitions encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and healthy competition among students

A strong reading culture was promoted through Reading Fairs, Book Exchanges, and Storyboard Displays, reinforcing literacy, imagination, and confident expression.

Co-curricular Achievements:

Students brought laurels to the school through exceptional performances in:

Olympiads at zonal and international levels

• Avvya Singh (Grade 2) – 2nd Rank International & Zonal, Mathematics Olympiad; Gold Medalist and Zonal Topper (Uttarakhand)
• Mahira Gururani, Anshuman Rawat, Kastubh Joshi, Kushagra Joshi, Manu Aditya Singh Rawat, Prabhav Joshi – Outstanding performance in Olympiads.

Sports

• Samriddhi Tiwari – Gold Medal, 6th Uttarakhand State Pencak Silat Championship.
• Devashish Kandpal – Gold Medal, 6th Uttarakhand State Pencak Silat Championship.
• Arnav Singh – 2nd Position, Under-19 State Chess Championship; Qualified for Nationals.
• Lakshita Chaufal – 1st Position, Supine Event, National District Yogasana Sports Championship.
• Geetika Tewari– 2nd Position, District Level Swimming Championship.
• Gunjita Tewari – 3rd Position, District Level Swimming Championship.
• Akshat Janoti – 2nd Position, Junior Boys Chess Championship.

French State-Level Language Competitions

• Darsh Sharma – 100%
• Anshuman Singh – 98%
• Kanishka Pant – 94%
• Divyanshi Singh – 94%
• Devangi Sharma – 90%

Art for Change

• AmreenKaur (Grade 11) – Third Prize National Award, Senior Category.
• AradhyaSemwal (Grade 8) – Best Entry, Pre-Senior Category.
• Aarav Chauhan (Grade 4) – Best Entry from School, Junior Category
• ChitrakshiSah (Grade 2) – Best Entry from School, Sub-Junior Category

These achievements reflect the school’s commitment to nurturing diverse talents and well-rounded personalities.

National and International Recognition:

A landmark achievement for the school was being conferred the title of Best School in India under the British Council Programme – RIDS (Recognition of International Dimensions in Schools), securing the highest score nationwide. This prestigious recognition affirms the school’s global vision, innovative practices, and commitment to international education standards. Other renowned national and international collaborations are with organizations like AFS, USO, UNESCO, TED-Ed, IAYP, IIMUN, IDP-IELTS, KRUU etc.

Functions and Events:

The school calendar was enriched with cultural, literary, and national celebrations that promoted values, inclusivity, and cultural awareness. Students participated enthusiastically in various performances, assemblies, and observances, reflecting respect for India’s rich heritage and global diversity.

Annual cultural presentations during Samavesh – The Creative Confluence 2025 showcased a spectrum of dance forms, musical performances, and artistic expressions, highlighting students’ discipline, creativity, and perseverance.

Leadership and Global Exposure:

• University Fair with participation from over 60 Indian and international universities
• Youth Parliament, promoting debate, research, and democratic values
• International Award for Young People (IAYP), with students progressing through Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels
• Brahmatal Trek Expedition, where 35 students developed resilience, teamwork, and leadership through adventure learning

The inauguration of a podcast recording studio further empowered students to express ideas creatively. Aurumites now host podcasts on OHO Radio, discussing current affairs, social issues, and youth perspectives.

Parents–Mentors Interaction:

Regular Parents–Mentors Interactions strengthened collaboration between home and school. These sessions provided opportunities for dialogue, feedback, and shared responsibility in nurturing students’ academic and personal growth.

Teacher Enrichment Programmes:

Aurum firmly believes that empowered educators create empowered learners. Teachers participated in:

• CBSE and professional development workshops.
• International teacher exchange and global collaborations.
• Continuous training to stay aligned with modern pedagogical practices.

Regular staff meetings ensured reflective practices and innovative planning.

Assessment and Evaluation:

Students were assessed through:

• Periodic examinations.
• Project-based learning and presentations.
• Subject enrichment activities.
• Continuous internal evaluation.

Monthly presentations helped assess knowledge while enhancing public speaking and confidence.

Conclusion:

Our students have repeatedly demonstrated that they are a class apart and we are proud of our dear children facilitated by our enthusiastic teachers, who leave no stone unturned to achieve success. Aurum ensures to shape educational path for every student to nourish into a fabulous personality in the society which embarks goodness of the vision of the school.
The committed management, dedicated mentors and the cooperative parents are all together for a common goal, to create wonderful citizens for tomorrow.