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Time of India
31-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Global Indian International school to open new smart school in Pune
GIIS to open third Pune campus in Pride World City by April 2026 PUNE: The Global Indian International School (GIIS) has launched its third campus in Pune, located at Pride World City, Charholi. Scheduled to open in April 2026, the new K-12 school will offer the CBSE curriculum. This marks the eigth GIIS campus in India and the 18th globally, with a presence across six countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, the UAE, Japan, and India. Set within a 4.7-acre green campus, the new GIIS campus will provide a future-ready learning ecosystem featuring modern classrooms, dedicated science and language labs, a well-stocked library, dance and music studios, a multi-purpose hall (MPH), and extensive sports infrastructure—designed to foster academic excellence and holistic development. 'The launch of our third campus in Pune reflects the growing trust in GIIS's global education model,' said Atul Temurnikar, Chairman, Global Schools Group in a statement issued her eon Thursday. 'With Pride World City, we are excited to bring a best-in-class learning environment to this township that shares our vision of excellence and community. Delivering the joy of learning is something we've done successfully in the past by using best practices and cutting-edge learning methodologies. ' GIIS is part of the Global Schools Group, an international educational organisation with 64 campuses worldwide in 12 countries. GSG operates 10 other international schools where nearly 45,000 students' study, and GIIS is their flagship school, which offers a choice between international and Indian curricula to students, the statement added. With two successful campuses already operating in Pune, GIIS's expansion reinforces its mission of making globally benchmarked education accessible to more families across India. Within the curriculum, GIIS integrates its nine GEMS framework, an innovative engagement programme that believes in giving students skills beyond academics. The idea is to nurture well-rounded, future-ready learners right from kindergarten to Grade XII. GIIS has established the highest quality of education across its international schools, evident from its student results and university offers. Students top decisive board examinations with more than 50% of the cohort scoring distinction. They move on to higher education in reputed universities like Cambridge, Harvard, the London School of Economics, the National University of Singapore and IIT. "All these make the school a gold standard in international education," said Temurnikar in the statement. Arvind Jain, Managing Director, Pride Group, said, 'We're delighted to welcome the Global Indian International School to Pride World City. This collaboration enhances our vision of creating a truly global township with an international standard of living—where world-class education plays a central role in community life.' Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
Syyaha
18-05-2025
- Science
- Syyaha
Singapore's leading One World Schools is set to launch OWIS American Academy in Riyadh
The school brings American Common Core with NGSS with a globalized approach to learning Under the patronage of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC), Singapore's renowned Global Schools Group (GSG) is set to open its second campus in Riyadh in September 2025. The new school marks the latest addition to the One World schools in the city and represents the second American curriculum school established by GSG in Riyadh. Located in the Al Jazeera District of Riyadh, the OWIS American Academy will deliver a dynamic and well-rounded curriculum grounded in the American Common Core Standards, enhanced by the inquiry-led Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). This educational approach combines academic rigour that is student-centred and inclusive ensuring it meets the varied learning needs of diverse learners. The school will initially welcome students from Pre-Kindergarten through to Grade 5, providing a nurturing, inclusive, and future-focused environment for lifelong learning. OWIS American Academy is a proud member of the One World Schools that includes the renowned One World International School (OWIS) having presence in the Middle East, India, and the Asia Pacific regions. One World Schools is a member of the GSG, a global chain of K-12 schools which currently operates 64 International campuses in 11 countries with a strength of over 45,000 students from 70 nationalities. GSG schools aim to provide high-quality education to international communities worldwide. Atul Temurnikar, GSG Co-Founder and Chairman, commented, 'We are thrilled to expand our footprint in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This new campus brings a robust American curriculum, enriched by educational best practices from our headquarters in Singapore, to families in the capital. At OWIS, our mission is to empower each child to become the best version of themselves through a rigorous, personalised learning experience. We believe in making exceptional education accessible, which is why our thoughtfully structured fee model ensures outstanding quality without compromise.' 'Our mission at OWIS is to empower students to become compassionate, confident global citizens through a values-driven and inquiry-based approach to education The OWIS American Academy campus will reflect the OWIS's inherent philosophy of commitment to quality education offering students the right foundation to propel them to international success in the future.' says Amol Vaidya Deputy Chief Operating Officer, Global Schools Group, MENA. Admissions for the 2025-2026 academic year are now open. Parents and guardians interested in securing a place for their child are encouraged to visit the school's website or contact the admissions office directly. For more information on OWIS American Academy Riyadh, please visit
