As a tribute to the spirit of freedom, the students of Standard IX presented a vibrant and patriotic program in the school auditorium on 14th August 2025. The event commenced with a warm welcome address and was graced by Major General Rajeev Thapar, an esteemed alumnus from the batch of 1983, who honored the occasion as the Chief Guest.

Centered around the theme "Azadi: Kal, Aaj aur Kal," the program featured a rich array of performances that celebrated the essence of freedom and sacrifice. A poignant skit portrayed the struggles of India's freedom fighters, emphasizing the strength found in unity amidst diversity. The auditorium resonated with patriotic songs and energetic dances, creating an atmosphere of pride and enthusiasm. Through their creative expressions, the students highlighted the trials of the past, the realities of the present, and the aspirations for the future, reminding everyone that freedom is both a cherished legacy and a continuing responsibility. The audience was moved by the confidence and talent of the young performers.

Major General Thapar addressed the gathering with heartfelt anecdotes from his service at the Siachen Glacier and nostalgic reflections on his time at Springdales, inspiring students with his words. The program concluded with a vote of thanks by Principal Dr. Mala Gupta, followed by the singing of the National Anthem.

The event left a lasting impression, instilling a renewed sense of patriotism and dedication to the nation, making it a truly fitting tribute on India's 79th Independence. For event gallery Click here

Springdales School, Pusa Road celebrated their annual Knowledge Week from 14thth July to 19thJuly 2025, for the students of Nursery to Std XII. The theme of this year, “Beyond Boundaries: Exploring, Engaging and Innovating” was reflected through the creative presentations and holiday homework of children at various levels.

The exhibits around the school showcased various aspects of diversity enabling visitors to delve into the opportunities of inclusion.
The holiday homework and class projects of students exhibited various facets of diversity in our country and across the globe.

The Principal, Dr. Mala Gupta inaugurated the knowledge week by lighting the lamp and the opening of ‘Book of Knowledge’. In her welcome address she inspired and motivated students to use practical solutions to adapt to the emerging times.

A week long celebrations were held whereby each day was dedicated to a particular subject and students were involved in a myriad of activities.
On the English day students participated in story telling with finger puppets, story narrations, blurbs writing, and creation of Literary timelines. Speeches and folktales from around the world made students reflect on the experiences of diversity was the highlight of the social science day. On the science day, students were involved in various hand on activities, exploring the cosmic constellation , creative conservation stories, artificial intelligence workshop at Hansraj college and visit to IARI-Maize Lab. There were a series of interactive and thought-provoking workshops like, creation of mathematical blueprints of architecture, quizzes and games related to mathematical concepts and visit to Pradhanmantri Sanghralaya on the Maths day. The languages day involved students in story and dialogue narration, quizzes and brochure making in Hindi, Sanskrit, French and German.

An astounding exhibition on 26th July, celebrated the true meaning of inclusivity and marked the culmination of the knowledge week. For event gallery Click here

Students of Class XI-E, Springdales School, Pusa Road, participated in the Adopt-a-Gran Ration Distribution Drive at Dasghara village as part of the school’s flagship community outreach programme. The visit marked a heartwarming reunion with the grans after the summer vacation. The students were warmly welcomed, and the grans expressed great joy in seeing them again. Although a few of the elderly were not keeping well, their spirits were uplifted by the students’ presence and affection.

For many students, this was their first visit to the community, and the experience left a lasting impression. They interacted warmly with the grans, listened to their stories, and shared light-hearted moments. The volunteers also distributed refreshments and sat down for a shared meal, strengthening the connection between generations.

Each student took initiative and participated sincerely in the distribution of ration kits. Their active involvement reflected sensitivity, responsibility, and empathy towards the elderly.

The Adopt-a-Gran project is one of Springdales School’s key community service initiatives. It aims to give students meaningful exposure to grassroots-level social work and instill in them a deep sense of compassion and commitment to the more vulnerable sections of society. For event gallery Click here

Springdales School, Pusa Road observed Mandela Day to commemorate the 107th birth anniversary and to honour the legacy of Dr. Nelson Mandela on the 18th of July, 2025. The celebration was a culmination of the diversity week on the theme ‘Embracing the Unique’. A series of activities marked the ties between India and Africa and attempted to reinforce amongst the students, values of humanism, embracing differences and inclusive development.

The valedictory function was presided over by Mr. Cedrick C. Crowley, Deputy High Commissioner, South African High Commission; Mr. Fabian Welt, Project Manager Schools, the Goethe Institut; Mr. Sandeep Bhutani, Vice President, Prayatna Educational Society; Dr Kavita Sharma, Chairperson Springdales Pusa Road, Dr. Usha Ram, Manager, Springdales School, and other members of the managing board.

Principal, Dr. Mala Gupta, extended a warm welcome to the gathering and paid floral tribute to Madiba along with the distinguished guests. She emphasized on the need for the youth to carry on Mandela’s values and contribute towards the humanitarian causes to make the world a better one for all.

The choir mesmerized the audience with the melodious rendition of an African song ‘Memeza’ by Brenda Fassie and ‘I arise’. Through a multimedia presentation students brought forth some very pertinent economic connections of Africa with the other BRICS nations and their significant position in the world trade.

The highlight of the programme was an enactment titled, ‘Mandela’s Enduring Friendships’ showcasing his lifelong associations and companionships with his associates and partners. The programme concluded with celebrating the diversity of cultures in India and around the world through a dance presentation titled, ‘Let Us Invoke’ by students of both senior and middle schools.

Mr. Fabian Welt from the Goethe Institut, in his speech, explored the significance of languages in strengthening cultural ties and bringing people together.

The chief guest, Mr. Cedrick C. Crowley, spoke of Mandela’s compassion, commitment and courage towards justice and urged the youth to follow the same. He appreciated the principal and the school for their continuous endeavors in building Indo-Africa relationships and applauded the role of teachers in shaping generations of sensitive global citizens. For event gallery Click here

As part of our Diversity week celebrations, the social work department hosted a donation drive to uplift and support the street children of Salaam Baalak Trust, Tis Hazari. This initiative reflected our school's commitment to equity, inclusion and giving back. The drive started with creating awareness on the significance of contribution and social responsibility in all the classes by the social workers.

The students collected items that supported a wide range of children. The items were Notebooks,Pencils, Erasers and Sharpeners,Carom Board, Bats and Balls, Chess and Ludo,Colors and Badminton rackets and Shuttles.

Donation drives have socio- emotional and community wide impact. It supports those in need, promotes community engagement, raises awareness, cultivates a culture of giving and strengthens non-profit efforts.

We look forward to continuing with our contribution drives whenever and wherever the need arises. Our students are gradually inculcating a sense of responsibility and compassion in them. Our small acts of kindness are leading to bigger impacts in the community. For event gallery Click here

Springdales School, Pusa Road inaugurated their annual Knowledge Week on 14th July 2025, for the students from Nursery to Std XII. In collaboration with Hindustan Times, the event was also marked by celebrating the Annual Literature Fest. The theme for this year "Beyond Boundaries: Exploring, Engaging and Innovating" would be reflected in various workshops and activities during the entire week emphasizing the spirit of discovery and progress that transcends boundaries through curiosity, collaboration, and creativity.

Principal, Dr. Mala Gupta and the renowned author Ms. Sutapa Basu inaugurated the celebratory week by lighting the lamp and the opening of the book of knowledge as the choir rendered a soulful invocation. The keynote speaker Ms. Basu spoke about the importance of reading and connected with the students through her pertinent speech. She shared with the audience vital techniques of story-telling. For event gallery Click here

Rashtrapati Bhawan echoed with the rich strains of Hindustani Classical music during a vibrant 15-day vocal workshop from 5th to 20th June 2025, led by Dr. Neha Singh. Open to participants aged 7 and above, including school children, parents, and residents of the President’s Estate, the workshop offered training in voice culture, foundational Raagas, folk traditions, and patriotic compositions. Culminating in a cultural showcase on 25th June, the participants presented a soulful performance of a patriotic song and a Malayalam piece before dignitaries of the President’s Estate.

The program concluded on a high note with an exclusive interaction between the facilitators and the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, on 27th June, where she warmly appreciated the initiative and shared her reflections on the unifying power of music. This enriching experience left participants with enhanced musical understanding and unforgettable memories in one of the nation’s most prestigious settings. For event gallery Click here

The Annual Summer Staff Seminar on the theme ‘Ideations on Curricular Effectiveness’ was organized by Springdales School, Pusa Road on 28th June 2025 for all staff members of its branches. The theme for this seminar was chosen to reflect on renewing our commitment towards curriculum effectiveness in facilitating a dynamic, learner-centered and socially responsive classroom.

In her address, Principal, Dr Mala Gupta welcomed the gathering of guests, staff members and the managing board and highlighted the relevance of curriculum transformation in the present-day education system.

The Keynote Address was delivered by Padma Shree Dr. Geeta Chandran, a renowned Bharatnatyam danseuse who brought alive the divine form of Lord Shiva as Nataraja connecting it with the importance of creativity and freedom of artistic expression in curriculum design. She expressed her belief in the role of teacher as a facilitator of imaginative ideas within and beyond the classroom.

The seminar saw several speakers who presented their views ranging from integrated approaches towards learning to the transformative power of media, social emotional learning, parental involvement and artificial intelligence in recreating school spaces. The program ended with a soulful musical recital titled- Exploring Harmony through Heritage, by the eminent Vocalist and Guzhal singer Dr. Radhika Chopra

The sessions were interactive and inspiring, providing the teachers with a fruitful and meaningful learning opportunity. For event gallery Click here