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10 January, 2025
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06 December, 2024
Day 5 of Reading Week was a celebration of imagination and creativity!
Our students explored the power of mind mapping, diving into stories to connect themes, characters, and ideas. This engaging activity sharpened their analytical skills while making the process of understanding literature fun and interactive!
Meanwhile, another group of young artists brought the beloved Malgudi Days by R.K. Narayan to life through stunning illustrations. They captured the charm of Malgudi, a fictional town that resonates with simplicity, warmth, and timeless stories. Each artwork was a visual tribute to the iconic book, reflecting the students' interpretations and love for storytelling.
From thinking critically to expressing artistically, Day 5 proved that reading opens the doors to endless creativity and exploration.
05 December, 2024
On Day 4 of Reading Week, our students unleashed their creativity by designing unique bookmarks, each one telling its own story! From vibrant illustrations to meaningful quotes, these tiny yet powerful creations celebrated the joy of reading and individuality.
Bookmarks are more than just placeholders; they're a reflection of personal connection with books. Whether it's a favorite character, an inspiring phrase, or a splash of color, every bookmark designed today was a symbol of how deeply reading touches our hearts and minds.
At Swarnim, activities like these allow students to combine creativity with their love for books, fostering an appreciation for art and literature. Beyond their practical use, these bookmarks serve as daily reminders of the importance of stories in shaping perspectives and sparking imagination.
04 December, 2024
On Day 3 of Reading Week, our students took the stage to perform a heartfelt role-play of Oscar Wilde's The Selfish Giant. This timeless tale follows the journey of a giant whose heart softens as he learns the beauty of kindness and sharing.
Initially, the giant builds a wall around his garden to keep children away, but it transforms into a cold, lifeless place without their laughter. When he finally breaks the barriers and welcomes the children, the garden blossoms again, symbolizing the warmth and joy that kindness brings into our lives.
Through role-play, children don't just read—they connect, empathize, and internalize the emotions and morals embedded in stories. It's a dynamic way to foster creativity, build confidence, and strengthen communication skills.
As our young performers brought the story to life, they reminded us all of the importance of compassion and how small acts of generosity can create a world filled with happiness and harmony.
03 December, 2024
On Reading Week Day 2, let's dive into stories that inspire every age. From tales of curious caterpillars to life lessons in courage and empathy, there's a book waiting to spark a love for reading.
For the youngest dreamers, it's all about adventure and wonder.
For growing minds, journeys of friendship and resilience await.
For teens, profound stories teach life's biggest lessons.
02 December, 2024
Reading is more than just a skill; it's an experience that opens the doors to countless worlds, ideas, and emotions.
On Reading Week Day 1, we celebrate the joy and power of books with a collection of fascinating facts that highlight how reading transforms our minds and hearts.
Did you know?
Just 6 minutes of reading can reduce stress by 68%, making it a powerful tool for relaxation. (Source: The University of Sussex)
India leads globally as the nation with the highest percentage of readers, reflecting our rich literary culture. (Source: World Culture Score Index)
Reading boosts empathy and emotional intelligence, helping us understand and connect with diverse perspectives. (Source: Science Journal)
Books are more than just pages—they are portals to knowledge, imagination, and self-discovery.
23 November, 2024
Day 2 of our Annual Day celebrations was nothing short of spectacular!
We had the immense honor of hosting Shri Binod Kumar, IAS (Principal Secretary, School and Higher Education, Government of West Bengal), and Shri Sumit Gupta, IAS (District Magistrate - South 24 Parganas) as our esteemed Guests of Honour. Their powerful and uplifting speeches ignited a spark of inspiration among our students and the audience alike.
The theme of the day, 'Tattvam', brought the five foundational elements of the universe to life through breathtaking performances by our incredibly talented students. From fiery energy to serene waters, each act left the audience spellbound and cheering for more!
A day filled with passion, creativity, and unforgettable memories—Tattvam was truly a celebration of the harmony between nature and humanity!
22 November, 2024
Swarnim International School lit up with joy and enthusiasm as it celebrated its Annual Day on the 22nd and 23rd of November 2024. The first day of this grand event, themed 'The Spark Within,' was a delightful showcase of the budding stars from the foundational years – Pre-Primary to Class II. These little powerhouses of talent left everyone spellbound as they brought the concept of multiple intelligences to life. Whether it was through graceful dance moves, melodious tunes, vibrant visuals, or energetic acts, the children proved that talent knows no bounds.
The evening sparkled even brighter with the gracious presence of our esteemed Guests of Honour – Smt. Manoshi Roychowdhury, Co-Chairperson of Techno India Group, and Smt. Sanghita Chakraborty, CEO of Mukharochak. Their heartfelt words were like a burst of inspiration, encouraging not just the students but also their proud parents. It was an evening full of cheer, pride, and unforgettable moments – a true celebration of the spark within every child!
14 November, 2024
Children’s Day at Swarnim International School was a joyful celebration! Our wonderful teachers and staff brought energy and fun with dance performances and cheerful songs. Proceeds from ticket sales for the play in Montage were used for a meaningful cause—a book donation to PRAYAS , an NGO that supports education for underprivileged children.
The day was made even more memorable by the grand opening of our new play area! Our students eagerly explored every corner, filling the air with laughter and excitement. Seeing their happy faces was truly the best gift we could ask for!
Children are God's gift. Let us promise ourselves to safeguard the innocence and happiness of our little ones. Happy Children's Day.
30 October, 2024
With colors, creativity, and captivating performances, our students illuminated Swarnim International School in a festive glow, celebrating Diwali with artful rangoli, exquisite crafts, and joyous spirit. May the radiance of this Diwali fill every heart with peace, love, and prosperity. Happy Diwali to all!
29 October, 2024
We’re thrilled to announce that our talented students from Swarnim International School took part in Sylvan, the Annual Art and Craft Exhibition and Competition hosted by Silver Point School. Competing across five creative events—Kalakriti (sit and draw), Karukriti (best out of waste), Photo Chitro (earthen pot painting), Pushpo Chitro (flower arrangement), and Mukavaran (mask making)—our students showcased their artistic skills with passion. Congratulations to the four prizewinners for their remarkable achievements, and kudos to all participants who received certificates for their wonderful efforts!
Ayan 3rd in Kalakriti ( sit and draw)
Ipsit 2nd in Karukriti (best out of waste)
Inaayat 3rd in Karukriti (best out of waste)
Saanvi 3rd in Pushpo chitro (flower arrangement)
04 October, 2024
At Swarnim International School, students joyfully celebrated Maa Durga Agaman with a vibrant special performance and creative Puja craft-making. Their enthusiasm and devotion shone through every activity, capturing the essence of this sacred festival. Wishing everyone a happy Durga Puja! May Maa Durga bless you all with her divine power and fill your lives with joy, strength, and prosperity.
03 October, 2024
At Swarnim International School, we believe in nurturing the spirit of kindness and empathy from a young age. Recently, our students engaged in meaningful activities that showcased the power of compassion.
In Class 3, students expressed gratitude by writing heartfelt thanksgiving notes to their house help, acknowledging the kindness they receive every day. This activity highlighted the importance of appreciating those who quietly make our lives better.
In a thoughtful role play exercise, Classes 1 and 2 students practiced how to help a friend in need. The scenario revolved around a child who had accidentally fallen down, with classmates stepping up to offer care and assistance. This activity served as a wonderful lesson in empathy and awareness of those around us.
Our teachers also led by example with a role play focusing on kindness towards animals. Through this visual and impactful demonstration, students learned about the importance of compassion for all living beings and the responsibility we all share in protecting animals in need.
These activities are part of our ongoing efforts to instill values of kindness, empathy, and compassion in our students—values that will help them grow into thoughtful, caring individuals.
27 September, 2024
On 27th of September 2024 Swarnim International School proudly participated in Swachh Bharat Diwas, which is being observed on 2nd October every year honoring the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi. In alignment with this year's theme, “Swabhav Swachhata – Sanskaar Swachhata,” students, teachers and staff formed a Human Chain and took Swachhata Shapath. This was a demonstration of our collective commitment to cleanliness and sanitation. Through this event, we aimed to sentisize children and community members about the importance of swachhata, promote school and community-based initiatives, and instill values of responsibility, civic awareness and environmental stewardship. Together, we strive for a cleaner and healthier environment!
14 September, 2024
13 September, 2024
Celebrating Vishwakarma Puja, a day dedicated to Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect of the universe!
Colorful kites soaring in the sky represent the Gods riding through the heavens in their beautifully adorned chariots.
In honor of this tradition, our pre-primary children created vibrant kites to decorate their classrooms, adding a festive touch to the celebration!
07 September, 2024
On the joyous occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, our talented pre-primary teachers brought the story of Lord Ganesha’s birth to life on stage!
Through their engaging performance, our little ones learned about Ganesha—the beloved deity with an elephant head, the remover of obstacles, and the symbol of prosperity and good fortune.
The students were captivated by the play, making it a memorable way to celebrate this divine festival while connecting them to Hindu mythology. May Lord Ganesha bless everyone with happiness and success!
06 September, 2024
Grandparents Day was celebrated with love and respect at Swarnim International School on 6th September 2024, honoring the invaluable wisdom, love, and contributions of grandparents. The event was filled with heartwarming activities, where grandparents and their grandchildren teamed up for fun games like pyramid building and ball-and-basket. A special highlight was the 'Sense Station,' where students enthusiastically explained the five senses to their grandparents. The day concluded on a delightful note as grandparents received handmade crafts, a token of love from the children, making it a memorable celebration for all.
05 September, 2024
Salutations and respect to EACH TEACHER for their hard work, patience commitment and love for the students. Teachers are the profession that guide and build every other. Celebrating Teachers' Day by the students is a great way for students to express their gratitude and appreciation for their teachers' hard work and dedication.
23 August, 2024
Janmashtami was joyously celebrated at Swarnim International School by our pre-primary children, who were dressed as Radha and Krishna. The young students beautifully depicted the childhood years of Lord Krishna through their performances. The celebration of Krishna's birth was vibrant and colorful, with decorations of flowers, matkis, and the delightful performances of the children adding to the festive spirit.
22 August, 2024
Proud Moment for Swarnim International School!
We are thrilled to announce that out of 87 participating schools, Swarnim International School has secured the 3rd position in the first East India Inter-School National Space Day Quiz! Our talented students, Debarghya De, Sumangal Sarkar and Allarakha Md. Babur Middhya, have brought this honor to our school with their outstanding performance.
A big congratulations to our students for their hard work and dedication. You’ve made us all proud!
Let’s keep reaching for the stars!
15 August, 2024
Swarnim International School proudly celebrated the 78th Independence Day with grandeur today. The occasion was graced by Swami Tatparananda from Ramakrishna Mission Vidyalaya,Narendrapur.
Swamiji hoisted the tricolour in the presence of our Founder Chairman Shri H.P.Budhia , Resident Director, Smt. Swati Sarawagi and other esteemed guests, students and teachers. Swamiji's inspirational speech deeply resonated with the students.
The day was also marked with the investiture ceremony and Swami Tatparananda ji and Shri H.P.Budhia most graciously pinned the coveted badges to the student leaders.
The Annual Exhibition Montage too was also inaugurated. Students showcased various models they had meticulously created. These impressive displays highlighted their creativity and dedication, adding to the spirit of the celebration.
The day was a perfect blend of patriotism, learning, and joy, making it a fun-filled and memorable experience for all.
07 August, 2024
An engrossing book reading session by renowned Singaporean author, playwright and screenwriter, Sunita Lad Bhamray. was held for the students of Classes 6 to 8 at Swarnim International School today.
She introduced her new book - 'Kalee and the Mysterious Twins: Keepers of the Big Secret' which is a blend of fantasy and real world themes. Offering a glimpse into the creative process, she shared the challenges she faced and overcame during the writing process of the book.
Ms. Bhamray, while addressing the students, emphasized the importance of imagination, encouraging them to think creatively and read widely. She spoke of 'resilience' and 'courage' the twin pillars that uphold an author's ethos.
The session concluded with an interactive Q&A round, where the students engaged directly with Ms. Sunita Lad Bhamray in lively discussions and asked questions which the author graciously replied to with valuable insights. To the delight of the students, she also awarded prizes to those who asked the most intriguing questions, making the experience both educational and memorable for all who attended.
31 July, 2024
On 31st July 2024 Swarnim International School hosted a School Safety Programme conducted by National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), 2 Battalion, Kolkata. The workshop, headed by Inspector Sujit Singh, commenced with a video that acquainted the students with the vital duties, operations and remarkable achievements of NDRF.
The highlight of the day was a comprehensive demonstration on CPR for both adult and infants. Students eagerly performed CPR on dummies gaining hands on experience.
The NDRF team further showcased the proper application of first aid in case of severe bleeding, a crucial lesson for any emergency situation. One of the interesting moments was creating makeshift stretchers using cloth, quilt and even sacks, students enthusiastically tested the strength and durability of these makeshift stretchers displaying their curiosity.
The team demonstrated how to stay afloat using common objects like basketball, jerry cans and even plastic bottles, a valuable situations for flood situations. These approaches evidently conveyed that in moments of distress, even common regular objects can be utilized to rescue and the importance of thinking out of the box.
The workshop concluded with a practical demonstration of fire extinguisher usage and a drill on evacuation strategy in situations like fire breakout and earthquake.
The session was profoundly instrumental in equipping our students with essential survival skills when disaster strikes.
27 July, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that our principal, Ms. Rumjhumi Biswas, has been honored with the Swami Vivekananda National Principals Award at the Education Excellence Conclave held at the Taj City Centre, Newtown. This prestigious recognition is a testament to her dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to educational excellence. Congratulations, Ms. Biswas!
25 July, 2024
We' re excited to share highlights from our recent workshop led by our Director, Ms. Swati Sarawagi, for our students. This insightful session was inspired by foodpharmer (Revant Himatsingka), a trailblazer in promoting informed food choices nationwide.
Foodpharmer's philosophy focuses on uncovering marketing traps and misleading practices by food brands. His approach teaches the importance of reading food labels and recognizing harmful ingredients to make better dietary decisions.
Ms. Sarawagi’s presentation offered valuable guidance on navigating food labels, identifying marketing tactics, and emphasizing the role of vegetables and fruits in a healthy diet.
A big thank you to Ms. Sarawagi for her engaging session.
24 July, 2024
A workshop on Cybersecurity was hosted by Platform for Legal Awareness and Networking (PLAN) at Swarnim International School on 24th July. We were joined by students from an NGO - 'Help Us, Help Them'. The comprehensive session delved into the complexities of cybercrime and offered practical solutions. A fun, stress -relieving activity - inflating and bursting balloons was done to help students understand the importance of managing stress in the digital world.
Sub-Inspector, Mr. Alok Kumar Bisoi, Cybercrime, PS Baruipur, addressed the students providing valuable insights on safe internet banking, keeping OTPs confidential and using UPI cautiously. He, in his address, highlighted the need to be aware of unknown links', and asked the students to take cognizance of phishing websites.
Another key speaker, Jhilam Roy Chowdhury, senior director of Programs, Rotary India Literacy, discussed the significant impact of cybercrime on Mental Health. She stressed the need for responsible social media use and how seemingly harmless comment can lead to anxiety and social isolation among the students.
The workshop concluded with Arnab Sinha, practising Advocate at Calcutta High court and co-founder of PLAN, offering further valuable insights and ways to deal with and refrain from cybercrimes and cyberbullying. This prompted a lively Q&A session where students and teachers actively participated.
22 July, 2024
22nd July is celebrated as National Mango Day, marking mango's worldwide popularity and versatility in culinary delights. At Swarnim International School to observe this day, we have started our fruit week with the first fruit being Mango.
We were privileged to have Mr.Jasmit Arora, the esteemed "Gutli Man," with us. Mr. Arora is a social entrepreneur and motivational speaker who passionately supports environmental initiatives.
He mentioned that 10700 trees per person in Canada is the world average of trees per person is 422. In India it’s 28 only.
Environmental performance index - out of 180 countries - India is at 176th position. So we must need to rise to the occasion.
As the founder and promoter of the Mango Gutli Collection Drive, he has made significant strides in raising awareness about sustainable practices. As a part of the drive, our children collected mango seeds and handed over to Mr.Arora, contributing to the cause.
His presence and dedication to environmental support left a lasting impact on all our students, making the event both educational and enjoyable.
16 July, 2024
Young Indians, Kolkata conducted a Financial Literacy Workshop in Swarnim International School. Guest facilitators Jagriti Gupta and Amee Mehra engaged the children with fascinating insights into the currencies of various countries. The students were thrilled to see real currency notes and coins and learn about the history of money. The workshop concluded with an interactive session where students shared their ideas on designing their own currency.
01 July, 2024
28 June, 2024
"Helmets save lives—protect your head, protect your future." On June 28, 2024, the CatCh Club of Swarnim International School, in collaboration with the Green and Vedanta Clubs, organized an impactful awareness drive emphasizing the critical importance of helmet use for two-wheeler riders. The event featured notable guests such as DSP (Traffic) Mr. Gautam Chattopadhyay, Inspector-in-Charge of Narendrapur Mr. Farooq Ahmed, and Inspector-in-Charge of Sonarpur Mr. Abdul Haqim. A key highlight was a presentation by a CatCh Club member on 'Road Safety' and the life-saving benefits of wearing helmets, specifically for those riding two-wheelers. Mr. Ahmed further educated students on various road safety measures, reinforcing the importance of helmet use. To drive the message home, students performed a compelling street play that vividly showcased the necessity of wearing helmets, successfully raising awareness and stressing the importance of this crucial safety practice among students and their parents.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/PSyDj7L38Xw
21 June, 2024
Our school brimmed with energy as we celebrated International day of Yoga. The students took the center stage, showcasing their flexibility and focus through various asanas including 'Tadasana', Vrikshasana', 'Vajrasana', 'Padmasana', all the 12 steps of 'Suriya Namaskar' among many other asanas. The students in unison chanted 'OM' connecting with their inner self.
Our mentor and SMC member, Mr. Rajeev Agarwal graced the occasion with his presence.
Our Director, Ms Swati Sarawagi explored the profound connection between yoga and different facets of life. She offered insighful thoughts on the significance and enduring relevance of yoga in the lives of students.
The day was not just about physical postures and breathing exercises, it was also about creating a shared experience that fostered a sense of calm and camaraderie amongst the students and teachers alike.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/8VKlTxKVyCo
15 June, 2024
"Father's Day is a special occasion to celebrate and honor fathers. At Swarnim International School, our little ones from Playgroup to UKG created beautiful cards to show their love and make their fathers feel special. Students from Class 1 and 2 also performed in a special assembly dedicated to fathers. Fathers are the unsung heroes whose efforts make a significant difference in their children's lives. Let's celebrate the day! #FathersDay #SwarnimInternationalSchool #UnsungHeroes #CelebratingDads"
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/Cg3IMQBEWRE
11 May, 2024
Swarnim International School celebrated Mother's Day on 10th May. Children enthusiastically engaged in diverse activities as tribute to their mothers. They expressed their love and gratitude by writing heartfelt notes, letters, paragraphs, and poems describing their mothers' kindness and sacrifices. They crafted colorful cards adorned with heartfelt messages. The activities emphasized the special connection between mothers and their children, thus instilling gratitude and appreciation for the most special person on Earth called Mother.
#Mothersday2024 #SwarnimInternationalSchool #mothersdayspecial
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/E5q49f1l--o
04 May, 2024
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22 April, 2024
16 April, 2024
Swarnim International School celebrated its 8th Foundation Day on April 16, 2024. The Guest of Honour Dr. Debiprosad Duari, Former Director Research and Academics at M.P. Birla Institute of Fundamental Research, Kolkata, our Founder Chairman, Mr. H.P. Budhia, Mr. Rajiv Agarwal, a member of the School’s Executive Board, and our Director Ms. Swati Sarawagi, graced the occasion. Dr. Duari ceremoniously inaugurated the state-of-the-art 3 science laboratory, initiating a significant milestone in promoting a hands-on learning experience and a passion for discovery among students. Delivering an inspiring speech to the students, Dr. Duari highlighted the significance and relevance of Science in our lives and urged them to question everything for deep learning. In a display of talent, our students showcased a captivating short program adding an enchanting dimension to the celebratory ambience. Our Founder Chairman - Shri H.P. Budhia motivated the students with his words of encouragement, fostering a spirit of determination and excellence. The celebration concluded on a high note with Ms.Swati Sarawagi’s speech, highlighting Swarnim School's commitment to holistic education and ongoing learning.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/FeYnT4mKApE
12 April, 2024
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25 March, 2024
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14 March, 2024
Celebrating Excellence: Students Shine Bright in Math Quiz Swarnim International School conducted Mindgym event in association with #EducationalInitiatives on 14th March, 2024. This Math quiz competition was designed to ignite curiosity, foster creativity, and encourage critical thinking among our students. Congratulations to all the winners and participants! #SwarnimInternationalSchool #CBSESchool #K12schools #AdmissionsOpen2024 #EducationalInitiatives
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/ghgEe2CnvUg
12 March, 2024
The health camp held in the school today served as a valuable platform for raising awareness about the importance of health and wellness among students. In addition, it exemplifies our dedication to nurturing the physical well-being of students. This was an extension of the health camp held earlier on Founders Day. Students underwent screenings for vision, BMI and blood pressure. Local healthcare providers from Hindustan Health Point supported the camp, enriching it with their services and resources.
12 March, 2024
21 February, 2024
Today, our schoolchildren came together to honor a moment that echoes through history—the Language Revolution in Bangladesh. With hearts heavy with respect and pride, they commemorated International Mother Language Day. Each word spoken, each verse recited, carried the weight of sacrifice and the power of unity. Let's cherish our mother tongues, for they are the essence of our identity and the bridge to our shared humanity.#CBSESchool #SwarnimInternationalSchool #admissionopen #k12education #k12schools #LanguageDay #InternationalMotherLanguageDay
YouTube - https://youtu.be/G7Ll3aulW8g
14 February, 2024
May the divine blessings of Goddess Saraswati fill your life with knowledge, creativity, and success. Happy Saraswati Puja!
04 February, 2024
29 January, 2024
Embarking on a dynamic educational journey, Swarnim International School orchestrated an enriching farm visit, immersing foundational year students in the fascinating world of a farm. This hands-on experience allowed them to witness the vegetable cultivation, fostering a deep connection with nature. Through tactile engagement, students explored the fields, feeling the soil and harvesting vegetables under adult guidance, petting the cows and the calf. The day also featured a sensorial identification activity, challenging students to recognize vegetables based on colors and shapes. This innovative approach not only enhanced their understanding but also made learning a joyful and interactive adventure. Join us in celebrating education beyond classrooms! #FarmVisit #HandsOnLearning #NatureConnection
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/TwVNDmPi2n4
29 January, 2024
Embarking on a dynamic educational journey, Swarnim International School orchestrated an enriching farm visit, immersing foundational year students in the fascinating world of a farm. This hands-on experience allowed them to witness the vegetable cultivation, fostering a deep connection with nature. Through tactile engagement, students explored the fields, feeling the soil and harvesting vegetables under adult guidance, petting the cows and the calf. The day also featured a sensorial identification activity, challenging students to recognize vegetables based on colors and shapes. This innovative approach not only enhanced their understanding but also made learning a joyful and interactive adventure. Join us in celebrating education beyond classrooms! #FarmVisit #HandsOnLearning #NatureConnection
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/TwVNDmPi2n4
26 January, 2024
23 January, 2024
Celebrating the birth anniversary of one of India's greatest sons, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, our school held a special assembly. Children from preprimary to secondary passionately sang, recited poems, and spoke about the inspiring life of this great leader. A tribute to his legacy, fostering patriotism among the young minds.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/nJ23TD5Wb_8
16 January, 2024
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24 December, 2023
Tiny tots of Pre-primary to Class II of Swarnim International School joyfully celebrated Christmas. The school hall echoed with festive spirit as students performed a captivating play depicting the nativity scene, followed by melodious Christmas carols. The performances by the children, filled with enthusiasm and skill, enhanced the grandeur of the celebration. This event was a true embodiment of the festive spirit, leaving an enduring impression of joy and unity. The celebration not only highlighted the importance of Christmas but also created lasting memories for all present. #christmas2023
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/GNU7BLsjIak
24 November, 2023
24 November, 2023
The students of Classes 6 and 7 visited the historic Alipore Jail Museum on 24.11.23. The guided tour in association with Young Indians helped them to understand the history of India's freedom struggle and the inhuman torture the Indians suffered during the British Raj. The students were deeply moved when they saw the Prisoners' Cell of our National Heroes.
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24 November, 2023
23 November, 2023
On the penultimate day of Swarnim International School's Reading Week, creativity thrived with diverse activities. Students engaged in Role Play, explored various poetic forms including Haiku and Acrostic Poems, and delved into the whimsical world of Clerihew poetry. They navigated through the importance of punctuation in literature. A special Budding Author segment saw children penning intriguing story endings. The day came alive with dynamic Extempore sessions and enthralling Reader's Theatre performances, weaving a rich tapestry of literary exploration that etched a memorable presence in the celebration.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/f6tNmDNvSEI
22 November, 2023
Day 3 of Swarnim International School's Reading Week saw immersive literary engagement. Students, through Role Play and Drama, brought narratives alive. The activity Interview with the protagonist of the story helped students to explore characters, while Picture Descriptions added visual dimensions. Limericks added a playful touch, inducing laughter. Adding a rhythmic touch, students expressed dance steps inspired by poems. In a delightful twist, some classes conducted activities in Bengali and Hindi, adding cultural diversity to the celebration. This dynamic blend of activities enriched the celebration, creating an environment where performing arts intertwined seamlessly with the joy of storytelling, leaving an indelible mark on the students' literary journey.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/oh9RDW2MIQk
21 November, 2023
Day 2 of Reading Week at Swarnim International School proved to be vibrant with activities like extending stories, crafting posters, bookmarks, and book covers. Students showcased their artistic flair in Artful Artist, illustrating story segments. "What's the Good Word" explored synonyms, while Picture Book Making,Flash Cards," and Role Play infused creativity. These dynamic activities nurtured a love for literature, making the Reading Week an immersive and enriching experience for students.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/bOe7fc6FGQQ
20 November, 2023
14 November, 2023
Cherishing the Spirit of our Young Stars The Children's Day celebration at our school was a vibrant tribute to the happiness and significance of our little ones. The sea of blue worn by children and teachers symbolized unity, fostering a sense of community and shared enthusiasm for nurturing young minds. Blue, often associated with calmness and trust, beautifully reflected the supportive environment dedicated to the well-being and growth of our school's vibrant learners. The teachers organized entertaining programs for the children, creating an atmosphere filled with laughter and excitement. The friendly competition between students and teachers in games like dumb charades and Simon Says not only entertained but also emphasized the bond shared between educators and their young charges. To add to the festivities, every child received a snacks box, adding a delicious touch to the celebration. The joyous atmosphere, coupled with the engaging activities, made the Children's Day celebration a memorable event for everyone involved, reinforcing the importance of fun and bonding in the school community.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/sVib85Le9wk
Like every year, Swarnim International School shared Children's Day festivities with the little ones from Help Us Help Them. We thank HUHT for giving us this opportunity of 'spreading smiles' in a humble way.
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09 November, 2023
Shine like sparkles, glow like candles and burn all the negativity with crackers. May the light of the diyas bring all the happiness and success in your life. Swarnim Family wishes you a very Happy Diwali.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/KRg9IUXo_q0
13 October, 2023
Sunshine Smiles This program, conceived in house, conveys what we at Swarnim always aim for - to spread smiles. A smile can brighten someone's darkest day, offering solace and hope. Smiles are infectious and radiate warmth to those around. So our children spread Sunshine Smiles to make the world happier place.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/OeDOOOU792o
02 October, 2023
To commemorate Mahatma Gandhi's birthday, our school children came together in a special assembly to honor the remarkable legacy of this iconic figure. Gandhiji, referred to as the 'Father of the Nation' , was a symbol of nonviolent resistance and social change. His principles of truth, nonviolence, and civil disobedience continue to inspire generations worldwide. In our assembly, students shared insights into his life and teachings, emphasizing the importance of peace, equality, and unity. It was a day of reflection on the enduring values Gandhiji advocated, reminding us of the power of peaceful activism in shaping a better world.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/GsUjvXd_P1s
23 September, 2023
A visit to IIT Kharagpur
Edudigm organized "STEM on Wheels (SOW)- a one day visit to IIT Kharagpur for 300 school students from different districts of West Bengal. 3 of our students of Classes 7 and 8 participated in the event enthusiastically and gathered memorable learning experiences.
The Innovative approach of the programme fostered learning as the students visited iconic places in the campus including cutting edge research laboratories, museum, and computer hub amongst others. Students enjoyed visiting the DIY lab to experience hands-on experiments and innovations. They witnessed instruments and working principles of gyroscope, 3D printers, Earthquake detectors, dry and wet waste segregators, gesture sensing remote control cars, automatic bird feeders, obstacle avoiding robot cars, and water sensor circuits amongst others. Their trip to Nehru Museum to explore different scientific principles of image formation, types of lenses, probability theory, Archimedes principle, modes of transport etc. was an enriching one. They learnt about evolution of fields like chemistry, plastic surgery and architecture. They also delved into the fascinating world of astronomy with astrolabe, and ancient civilizations.
The trip inculcated scientific attitude in our children as they were motivated to decipher logic from every minor daily events. Finally, they went home with the lesson of questioning events logically and absorbing knowledge relentlessly from their environment.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/_j0dOQpmb9g
09 September, 2023
Swarnim International School has organised a workshop on basic "First Aid" attended by all teaching & non teaching staff. Dr. Sujoy Mukherjee discussed about importance of "First aid" knowledge & how it can help to save a valuable life. He is a Consultant Maxillofacial & Oral Oncosurgeon, dealing with medicine and surgery of face, mouth, jaws and neck. He is associated with C K Birla Hospital CMRI for over a decade after returning from the U.K. where he was trained in this speciality for more than eight years. We are grateful to him for the valuable insights.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/EKNqOmW3aTU
09 September, 2023
On September 9, 2023, members of Amit Biswas Circle orchestrated an enlightening orientation session at Swarnim International School, setting the stage for the transformative proposed "Curriculum of Kindness." Joining this educational endeavor were not only the dedicated principals and teachers of Swarnim but also esteemed educators from other r institutions, Duke's Academy and Tulip Hall School. The seminar was conducted by the renowned neuropsychiatrist, an accomplished writer, a multi-award-winning film director, a visionary leader, and a global speaker, Dr Amit Ranjan Biswas. The seminar centered on mindfulness as a catalyst for teachers, empowering them to nurture emotional awareness and well-being in young learners. Prioritizing Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Social Intelligence, the curriculum aspires to enrich emotional and social acumen, foster character virtues in preschool and primary school children. With a structured regimen of 24 daily classroom sessions, this initiative aims to inspire a profound cultural transformation within the academic landscape.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/853z43Oq7YY
08 September, 2023
Grandparents are a family's greatest treasure, the founders of a loving legacy, the greatest storytellers, the keepers of traditions. Grandparents are the family's strong foundation. Through their special love and care, grandparents keep a family close at heart. To celebrate that, Swarnim International School hosted a programme with pre-primary children where the children made handmade cards for their grandparents and gave it to them when they visited school.They also played various games with their grand children. They took a tour of the sense stations and were proud to listen to their grandchildren demonstrate the functions of the five sense organs.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/NzDYqOr1DJQ
05 September, 2023
"IT TAKES A BIG HEART TO SHAPE LITTLE MINDS" HAPPY TEACHERS' DAY.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/uX92GkwTpNM
01 September, 2023
Swarnim International School hosted an inter-house dance competition for students from classes 1 to 9. The vibrant theme of "Festival" was brought to life in mesmerizing two-minute performances, showcasing the diverse cultural celebrations of our country.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/FTs7RH_zNuo
30 August, 2023
The festival of Raksha Bandhan is all about expressing to our loved ones that they are special. The pre primary children of Swarnim International School were dressed up in traditional clothes and tied rakhis which they had made in their classes. on each others hands . Classes 1 and 2 tied handcrafted rakhis on their friends, security guards and support staff.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/jYa48azA21Q
29 August, 2023
15 August, 2023
Swarnim International School celebrated the 77th Independence Day on August 15th, 2023. Resident Director, Ms Swati Sarawagi hoisted the tricolour and in her inspiring message urged students to become exemplary citizens, committed to forging a prosperous future for India. The event was replete with captivating performances by the children and teachers, showcasing their talent and inspiring patriotism.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/8iU9XCOMmcM; https://youtu.be/CxhY4MueMbY
13 August, 2023
All Bengal Under 16 Open Rapid One day Chess Tournament organized by the Sara Bangla Daba Sangstha held on 13th August, 2023 at Swarnim International School.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/lYgr2Ar4Dms; https://youtu.be/JAe31RYCe9U
07 August, 2023
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01 August, 2023
NEP 2020 emphasizes the importance of integrating art education with all subjects It also underscores the promotion of music ,art, languages, and handicraft to make students aware of different cultures worldwide. Swarnim International School organized a workshop on Art and Craft in association with Pidilite where Ms Mala Bhattacharya, an eminent craft artist engaged our students in various creative activities. Students enjoyed doing tie-dye on fabric and making colourful Russian masks and enthusiastically shared their work with peers and teachers.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/B264b9GrYGU?feature=share
29 July, 2023
07 July, 2023
21 June, 2023
Swarnim International School celebrating "INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY 2023" Every year on June 21, International Yoga Day is observed to raise awareness of the important health benefits of practicing yoga. “Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” is the theme for International Yoga Day 2023. True yoga is not about the shape of your body, but the shape of your life" so let’s celebrate International Yoga Day and commit to living healthier, happier, and a more mindful life.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/yc4D_S79Trw
16 June, 2023
“A father is the one friend upon whom we can always rely." - Émile Gaboriau Children of Swarnim International School expressed their heart warming gratitude to all fathers and father figures on 17th of July 2023 in various ways. Pre-primary children made craft items which they gifted to their fathers. Students of classes 3 to 5 wrote short messages for their fathers. They were pleasantly surprised to find letters from their fathers too. The fathers had sent these to the class teachers in sealed envelopes a day before. Classes 6 to 9 expressed their love in the Special Assembly replete with a moving speech, a song composed and sung by a student and dance. Through the participation in an online poetry writing competition organised by SIS, students also expressed their love & respect towards father & shared the happy selfie moments. Best poems received prizes. We wish all Fathers a happy Father's Day.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/au0IopyG5Ho
12 May, 2023
"The most beautiful word on the lips of mankind is the word 'Mother,' and the most beautiful call is the call of 'My Mother.' It is a word full of hope and love, a sweet and kind word coming from the depths of the heart. The mother is everything – she is our consolation in sorrow, our hope in misery, and our strength in weakness. She is the source of love, mercy, sympathy, and forgiveness…." .- Kahlil Gibran Children of Swarnim International School expressed their love and gratitude to all Mothers with handmade cards, recitation, song and dance. We wish all Mothers a happy and swarnim Mother's Day.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/0FwkyM8XFqY
12 May, 2023
09 May, 2023
Rabindra Jayanti celebrations in Swarnim International School.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/jy8qDqZHgYM
06 May, 2023
As a humble tribute to Kabiguru Rabindranath Tagore, Swarnim International School celebrated Rabindra Jayanti through singing, dancing & recitation competitions. The final round was held on 6th May at Swarnim International School . Artist, curator, and communicator Sri Sujoy Prasad Chatterjee and eminent danseuse Smt. Tanni Chowdhury were the judges of the final round. Sri Chatterjee entreated the parents to encourage children to listen to good music and allow them to ask questions. Smt. Chowdhury underscored the importance of good training from early years to nurture talent. 60 participants ranging from 3 to 45 years showcased their talent in a first of its kind initiative by the school.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/gVVmr9Z5W4c
01 May, 2023
"No work is insignificant. All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence.” - Martin Luther King Jr. A special assembly was held at Swarnim International School to commemorate International Labour Day. The Middle School students recited a poem and spoke about the significance of 1st May and the contribution of labourers as the key component of the economy.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/Atbi5I6SBhs
24 April, 2023
Swarnim International School turned 7 on 14th April. We celebrated the importance of the day as Swarnim Jayanti and rang in the Bengali New Year with a dance, recitation and a good turn. Arogya, a free dispensary was inaugurated by our founder Chairman Shri H. P .Budhia and Dr. Subir Pal. In his address Chairman Sir inspired our students with his words of wisdom and underscored the importance of learning the mother tongue besides English to achieve success in life. Shri H.P Budhia and Dr. Pal gave away the prizes to Spellathon winners.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/XYhyG16tTIk
24 March, 2023
Upper KG Graduation Ceremony is a meaningful way to celebrate a child's accomplishments, boost their self-esteem, and mark an important transition in their educational journey. Ms Shashi Kankaria, a passionate philanthropist, handed over certificates to our little kids who have graduated to the primary section in the presence of our Director, Ms. Swati Sarawagi, Principal Ms.Biswas, parents and teachers. Children performed to songs in their graduation robes and won the hearts of all. We wish them a bright and happy future.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/USxroS0pFdQ
22 March, 2023
Swarnim International School celebrated International Adolescent Health Week with an insightful and interactive workshop conducted by eminent paediatrician Dr. Shamik Ghosh. Dr. Ghosh addressed various concerns of adolescents like stress management, healthy usage of social media and compassion towards peers while conversing with our young students from Classes 4-8 and enlightened them about the coexistence of a healthy mind and a healthy body for holistic development.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/swANZJ1ybMA
20 March, 2023
"Poetry is painting that is felt rather than seen." - Leonardo da Vinci Swarnim International school celebrated World Poetry Day with an Inter-House Elocution Competition on 20th March, 2023. Classes 1-3 participated in the competition. Each child participated in the selection rounds and the best speakers were shortlisted for the final round. Eminent educator Ms. Pooja Duggar, Founder and Director of Leap Years Preschool, graced the event as the Chief Guest and judged it alongside our Resident Director Ms. Swati Sarawagi and Principal Ms. Rumjhumi Biswas. Children were happy and excited to recite their favourite poems on the theme of friendship and the judges were elated with their selection of poems, confident presentation and remarkable performance.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/BGcEWZyY7Tk
18 March, 2023
Students of Classes 3 and 4 visited the famous Birla Industrial and Technological Museum ( BITM) which is known for ancient memories and science fairs for children on 18th March 2023. They had a remarkable experience. Students enjoyed the 3D show and Fun Science Show which had a lot of displays that visually explained some of the basic principles and theories of science. The working models and cross sections of diverse technological marvels such as IC engine and underground coal mine were very fascinating and informative.
YouTube link - https://youtube.com/shorts/8wpDOdiH_ao
06 March, 2023
Holi is the celebration of the advent of spring which reinforces friendship, happiness, and solidarity. In school, pre-primary children enjoyed various activities with colours while the students of Class 1 made chocolate laddus and offered to their friends and teachers as a mark of respect and peer love. The Class 2 pupils prepared organic gulal or abir (powder colour) with beetroot extract, turmeric, rose water and applied tika on their friends and revelled in the spirit of the festival of colours . It was a treat to watch the twinkle in their eyes. Happy Holi!!
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/KfRlWco5-IY
21 February, 2023
Mother tongue helps us stay connected to our culture and our roots. To celebrate International Mother Language Day, the students of Swarnim International School prepared a short and thought provoking programme that touched every heart. A short skit on the Bangladesh Language Movement took our children back to the turbulent period when several people had embraced martyrdom to protect their right to speak in their mother language. Hindi and Bengali poems were recited which further fostered a sense of affection and respect for the mother tongue. The programme concluded with a mellifluous performance of the song _Ami Banglay Gaan Gaai_by the students.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/-9CKZtwjCuE
14 February, 2023
Do you know what leaves these are?
Our children will know since they have grown them. Look closely & type your answer below
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/-bIEGlxFdCc
11 February, 2023
Swarnim International School Annual Sports Meet 2022 -23 for Classes 3 to 8. We are grateful to honourable Ms. Arundhuti (Lovely) Maitra, MLA of Sonarpur Dakshin constituency, who kindly inaugurated our basketball, badminton and cricket facilities and motivated our students with her presence. Hon'ble Ms.Maitra praised the facilities at Swarnim and promised all cooperation for making Swarnim shine brighter. Our Founder Chairman Shri H.P. Budhia and Mr. Shekhar Biswas, Vice President of the Badminton Association of India gave away prizes to the winners and inspired the students with their speeches.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/xpel9zIv9E4
04 February, 2023
31 January, 2023
“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” – Albert Einstien
It was a day of excitement and awe for our students from preprimary to Class 2. Away from the flurry of activities in the classroom, the students paid a visit to the school's farm. They instantly connected with nature and were thrilled to see and touch the different vegetables and fruit growing on trees or underground. They caressed the cow and calf in the farm and fed them. Children witnessed and learnt how land is used for growing crops and raising livestock.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/zy64A6gaF2I
26 January, 2023
Each nation has a destiny to fulfill, each nation has a message to deliver, each nation has a mission to accomplish~~Swami Vivekananda
As the nation celebrates the 74th Republic Day, the students, teachers and parents assembled at the school premises to pay homage to the nation builders and also offer prayers to Goddess Saraswati on the auspicious day of Vasant Panchami.
Our Resident Director, Ms Swati Sarawagi addressed the gathering and motivated the students to take the country forward and strive to create a law-abiding nation that values and respects the uniqueness of this great republic.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/-HOZZ1kjLDc
25 January, 2023
It was a day of inspiration, learning and excitement for Class 4 students of Swarnim International School at the Tata Steel Junior Kolkata Literary Meet today, as they listened to the tales of the girls extraordinaire who fought for Netaji's Indian National Army (INA) from Gayathri Povannan and Subhashini Ali in conversation with Adittya Nath Mubayi and Mudita Chauhan Mubayii. Thank you Debjani Banerji for inviting us.
23 January, 2023
"Soldiers who always remain faithful to their nation, who are always prepared to sacrifice their lives, are invincible.” - Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose.
Students of Swarnim International School paid homage to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose on the 126th Birth Anniversary of one of the greatest sons of India in a special assembly.
Jai Hind.
16 January, 2023
'It's fine to celebrate success but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure." - Bill Gates 7 students from Classes 6 to 8 participated in the Youth Football Championship, a pan-India inter-school football tournament organised by Extramarks in partnership with Arsenal Football Club. Though they did not qualify for the final rounds, we are proud of our children for trying their best and coming back with a burning desire to do better next time.
YouTube - https://youtube.com/shorts/Y8G4oaB0lWU
12 January, 2023
The 160th Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda was celebrated with reverence in the special morning assembly at Swarnim International School. Students of Classes 5 and 6 revisited the life and teachings of Swamiji by sharing his quotes and enacting a scene from his childhood. Our Principal ma'am further advised children to read more anecdotes from Vivekananda's life to understand the values and ideals of the great teacher.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/8TjV5wZ5k7c
06 January, 2023
On the special and joyous occasion of our respected Founder Chairman's birthday on 6th January, Swarnim organises a health camp every year in association with Apollo Clinic. This included Dental and General Health check up for students and staff and a Parents' workshop with a dietician about children’s nutrition and healthy diet specific to their ages. Himalaya conducted an Eye camp on the same day.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/ijJFA5nLBUk
06 January, 2023
Swarnim International School conducted an Eye Check Up Camp for its students in association with Himalaya Optical Vision Care on Wheels Program from 4th to 6th January, 2023 as a part of the Annual Health Camp.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/JUKUAmGc2i8
23 December, 2022
22 December, 2022
14 December, 2022
Composting is an efficient method of dealing with biodegradable wastes and it can save a lot of energy. To dispose kitchen wastes in other ways often involves usage of lot of water. Hence, on this National Energy Conservation Day on Dec 14th, Swarnim students disposed off green wastes in the compost pit created in the backyard of school to create compost and make a difference to the environment.
13 December, 2022
When you plant a tree, you don’t just plant a sapling but hope. Children of classes 4-8 of Swarnim International School planted seeds of Fenugreek, Radish, Spinach and French Beans on pots to add more splashes of green to their beautiful school campus. Each child took the responsibility of one pot and promised to take care of it throughout their school life.
02 December, 2022
A child’s emotional, social and physical development can be stunted by inappropriate contact. Thus it is imperative for children to know about safe vs unsafe touch from an early age. Divya Goenka and Manjari Damani from Young Indians - Kolkata’s informative session about Safe & Unsafe Touch helped children better understand how to protect themselves from abuse and encouraged open communication with their parents.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/U-_KQ1Wjwws
28 November, 2022
21 November, 2022
The Reading Week in Swarnim International School started from 21st November 2022.
YouTube Link -
Day 1 - https://youtube.com/shorts/uSdzOHzhoWs
Day 2 - https://youtube.com/shorts/wu5dcgKiLVw
Day 3 - https://youtu.be/qcIH6Gt_sc0
Day 4 - https://youtu.be/0KRZzmRzXCc
Day 5 - https://youtube.com/shorts/TdWOeLa8Kd0
19 November, 2022
15 November, 2022
The Fire and Security Association of India trained our staff and students on the use of fire-safety equipments, the methods to deploy these equipments and the evacuation process in the event of small and big fires. The session was highly interesting and satisfactory besides being a great learning experience for everyone.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/PqyBgyo3ZkA
14 November, 2022
What is Kindness? Kindness is Everything. Kindness is all the different ways both big and small we express care, concern, and consideration for ourselves and those with whom we share the world. Kindness exists as a smile, heartfelt words of encouragement, thoughtful gestures of affection, and compassionate acts of generosity so many of us witness, perform, and receive as we move through life. In a world filled with struggle and pain, kindness is like a deep cleansing breath that rejuvenates and refreshes us with its goodness, and gives us the strength to persevere despite our troubles. Kindness is a reminder of why we’re here and how we can each use our lives to help others. Swarnim International School is celebrating the Kindness Week and we started Day 1 to Day 5.
YouTube Links -
https://youtube.com/shorts/ZCkPbSbfsh0
https://youtube.com/shorts/43rK8FKgIyc
14 November, 2022
14 November, 2022
Mr. Philem Rohan Singh from the Cycling for Humanity organization based in Manipur visited Swarnim International School on 14th November and addressed the children. He has cycled for 17000km through out India and at present rides an electric bicycle to travel from one state to another and to raise funds for his organization. He inspired them with stories of his phenomenal work with differently abled people in Imphal and sang a hymn. Mr. Rohan distributed eco-friendly pens to 70 children from 2 NGOs who were invited to Swarnim to celebrate Children's Day.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/cYh1taUS5u0?feature=share
14 November, 2022
11 November, 2022
In association with Caring Minds , Swarnim International School held Group Counselling Sessions on 11.11.2022 for Classes I, II and VI - VIII conducted by our school counsellor Ms. Sayonee Chatterjee. Our students posed many questions and Ms. Chatterjee replied to each with clarity.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/0yWhEt0f5sk
10 November, 2022
A good movie inspires creativity and imagination in solving problems. On that note, Swarnim International School in association with Shree Venkatesh Films organised a free movie screening of 'Ballavpurer Roopkatha' in view of the upcoming occasion of Children's Day. Children had great fun watching this horror comedy movie based on the drama written by the famous theatre personality Badal Sarkar and directed by the brilliant Anirban Bhattacharya
07 November, 2022
Songs which Inspire like --- Ekla Chalo Re, Ruk Jana Nahin Tu Kabhi Haarke, Ashayein, Ashayein, We Shall Overcome, filled the auditorium today as the students participated in Annual Singing Competition.
YouTube Link - https://youtube.com/shorts/1cNIfmwN-DY
03 November, 2022
Swarnim International School celebrated Outdoor Classroom Day on 3rd November. Children reconnected with nature and their surrounding environment as well as enhanced their emotional, intellectual and behavioral development. Children learnt basic mathematical principles, scientific facts and sounds of nature through different hands-on activities and games in the school field. This experience reinforced each child's sense of self, allowing them to recognise their independence alongside an interdependence and correspondence with their environment.
YouTube Video Link - https://youtu.be/ajmBwG1Vry8
03 November, 2022
01 November, 2022
Swarnim students were at their spooky best as they celebrated Halloween in the art and craft class. Children of class 4 made face masks with paper, paint and thread and put them on to scare each other while sharing a good laugh at the same time.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/7vbLaLYlEnE
21 October, 2022
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11 October, 2022
29 September, 2022
Durga Puja celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon king Mahishasura. It begins on the same day as Navaratri, a nine-night festival in many northern and western states that more broadly celebrates the divine feminine (shakti). Our students performed beautifully on songs based on Durga puja and Navaratri. We wish everyone a happy and safe Durga puja.
17 September, 2022
Being the greatest divine architect and engineer of all times, it was Lord Vishwakarma who made almost all the flying chariots for Gods along with their weapons. Kites are flown as a mark of admiration for His skills. Looking forward to the occasion of Vishwakarma Puja, on 16th September, the pre primary students of Swarnim International School made kites and decorated those with the cut outs of various shapes, sponge dabbing and paper cutting.
14 September, 2022
09 September, 2022
It is a great blessing to have grandparents and the most blissful experience to honour them on a school platform. Swarnim International School held a special Grand-Friends' Day to allow children to express their love and affection for their wonderful grandparents. Grandparents were on stage and expressed their joy through recitation,song and dance. Some displayed their cooking skill with non-fire food items like sandwiches, cold salads and chat pata snacks.
Grandparents Day was a day of wonder and excitement for all at Swarnim International School Grandparents and Grandfriends forever.
07 September, 2022
05 September, 2022
Swarnim International School celebrated Teachers' Day with a programme of songs and dance to honour and respect their teachers as a mark of appreciation and gratitude for all that teachers do for them throughout the year. Teachers uplift and inspire young minds and dedicate their entire lives for the well-being and holistic development of children. Teachers do what nobody else does shaping lives and making a difference - one child at a time - one day at a time .
31 August, 2022
Little children can associate readily with the form of Lord Ganesha. So our preprimary students enjoyed doing specific craftwork on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi.
29 August, 2022
We are extremely grateful to Dr. Pallab Das, Chairman of Rajpur Sonarpur Municipality, for inaugurating the Composite Science Laboratory of our school in the esteemed presence of our Chairman, Shri H.P. Budhia and our Principal Advisor, Shri Sanjay Budhia and wishing the best for our students. Our Director, Smt. Swati Sarawagi quoted Swami Vivekananda, "Education is the manifestation of the perfection already in man" in her address to sum up the vision of Swarnim International School. Dr Das was extremely impressed by the infrastructure and the education the School is imparting in his Ward.
26 August, 2022
Montage - Ideate, Innovate and Inspire !! was the tag line - and children really ideated, innovated and inspired all the parents and guests.
19 August, 2022
Our little ones had a good time doing craft work related to Janmashtami ranging from the peacock feather headgear of Bal Gopal to the dahi handis. They listened to stories of Lord Krishna and danced to songs.
15 August, 2022
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/hq10sAcLq24
10 August, 2022
01 August, 2022
The Annual Dance Competition 2022-23 was conducted with the theme : Beauty of Rain.. in 3 categories according to their age groups.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/NSjIUNR_JO0
29 July, 2022
Swarnim International School held a special assembly on 29th July to promote and spread awareness among all to take initiatives to protect the earth and conserve its resources. We need to act, innovate and implement and emphasize the 6R's - Rethink, Reduce, Refuse, Reuse, Recycle and Repair. The students enthusiastically organised a Ramp Show to spread the message of sustainable use of resources.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/wGR2jBwOpqc
25 July, 2022
Fruits are a very important part of our diet and to convey this message to our children we held a Fruit Week from 25th to 29th July, 2022. The children brought fruit each day from Monday to Friday. The children who had brought five different fruits and ate them were made the 'Fruit Champs' of the week.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/7vDyqM1pS6k
09 July, 2022
Rhymes hold a very significant role in early childhood development. They foster a child's creativity and enhance their literacy skills by relating new words with actions.A Sing Along session with the pre primary children and their parents brightened up the morning. Parents and children participated with great enthusiasm and fervour.
01 July, 2022
01 July, 2022
21 June, 2022
"Yoga is the art work of awareness on the canvas of body, mind, and soul."
The International Yoga Day theme of 2022 is "Yoga for Humanity" which mirrors the fact that the last few years have caused consequential mental, physical and emotional strife to many because of the COVID-19 pandemic and that there is a greater necessity for infusing better health practices in our day-to-day life through yoga. Students of the primary section of SIS demonstrated this through yoga postures like tree pose (Vrikshasana) and warrior pose (Veer Bhadrasana) in the classroom. The senior students of 6-8 performed the different steps of Suryanamaskara in an elegantly coordinated manner which seemed almost like poetry in motion. Students pledged to practice more at home and keep the different chakras within the body alligned.
21 June, 2022
Summer Solstice is the longest day of the year.
Though it was not the hottest day, it inspired our students to help others.
The students of #SwarnimInternationalSchool, on 21st June, served ORS to their domestic helpers, delivery men, and explained the need. Some children kept pots filled with water on their terraces and balconies for the birds and stray dogs too.
YouTube Link - https://youtu.be/fF8yqH0IUnY
19 June, 2022
Father's Day is a day to make all fathers feel special and appreciate their sacrifices and contributions towards their families. He has that unfathomable energy and the unconditional love in his heart. Due to online classes pre primary students of Swarnim International School celebrated father's Day virtually.Nursery students made paper ties LKG students made shirts using shapes(rectangle, triangle, circle) and UKG students made greeting cards for their fathers.
09 May, 2022
06 May, 2022
A mothers role in a childs life is of paramount importance. She shapes our very first perspective of the entire world.
Look how Swarnims students are showing their love and gratitude to their mothers. This Mothers Day, lets celebrate all mothers and every little thing they do for us.
02 May, 2022
The moon of Eid is special. When it rises, it brings happiness and excitement to everyones hearts. So, the children of pre-primary were obviously overjoyed to do a craft for this occasion. Let this Eid be an occasion to spread love and warmth in the world.
Eid Mubarak to all!
22 April, 2022
Every big journey starts with small steps.
Our students celebrated "EARTH DAY" by planting saplings, building homes for insects, and making models of our Mother Earth the way they envision it to be.
To make their vision come true, let us all take a pledge to make the world more green and blue, rather than black.
07 April, 2022
We are delighted to announce the inauguration of our new campus on the auspicious Thursday or Guruvaar, i.e., the day of the Guru, since a school is the place where children meet their Gurus.
The inauguration ceremony was held on the 7th day of this month. 7 is an auspicious number in all religions, cultures and nature. After all, we have 7 days in a week, 7 notes in music, and 7 colours of the rainbow. After all the hard work that brought this campus to come alive, we now hope to see a rainbow filled with happiness!
May Maa Saraswatis blessings always be upon us!
30 March, 2022
We are absolutely delighted to announce our accredition with the International Dimensions in Schools Certification (IDS) by the British Council for the period 2022-2025. IDS accreditation has always been an onerous project, more so on an online platform. We are proud of our students who worked in collaboration with schools from the United Kingdom and Pakistan. Undertaking and finishing this project successfully would not have been possible without the relentless and sincere effort put in by our students and their parents. We are extremely grateful to them, our IDS coordinators and proud of the faculty of Swarnim for their commitment and diligence towards this achievement.
09 March, 2022
Report on Teaching and Learning in Feb 2022 for Primary.
08 March, 2022
Report on Teaching and Learning in Feb 2022 for Pre-Primary.
10 February, 2022
Meditation, outdoor play and activity based learning are helping the children get reacquainted with offline school. These activities help them overcome separation anxiety and look forward to being their peers.
08 February, 2022
Report on Teaching and Learning in Jan 2022 for Primary.
07 February, 2022
Report on Teaching and Learning in Jan 2022 for Pre-Primary.
05 February, 2022
May the Goddess of Learning bless every student with the powers of focus, patience & perseverance. Have a safe & blessed Saraswati Puja.
01 February, 2022
The annual Student Led Conference provides a platform for our students to review and showcase their academic progress to their parents. For the parents, it presents a unique opportunity to be a part of their childrens learning process and feel proud as they see their children explain complex concepts with candour and clarity.
Owing to the pandemic situation, this year the conference was conducted at home on 29th-30th January. The primary students had devised games and activities in different subjects with the guidance of their teachers. Children challenged their parents to participate in these games which involved the application of concepts they learnt in the class. Parents were happy to see their childrens progress in spite of the constraints of the online mode of education.
26 January, 2022
The Future Citizens of the Nation expressed their idea of Republic Day, inspiring all of us too. We love how their paintings capture the vibrant spirit of India! Swarnim International School wishes everyone a Happy Republic Day!
10 January, 2022
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30 August, 2021
Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna. There are various stories about Lord Krishna as a child. Teachers organised video shows and storytelling sessions for preprimary students. Children not only dressed up as little Krishna but also made head bands, flutes and decorated earthen pots in the class.
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22 August, 2021
Rakshabandhan is a beautiful Indian festival that celebrates the bond of love and commitment to protect each other. Students at Swarnim made beautiful rakhis in the class and tied them on their favourite plants after the class. The celebration allowed children to understand the importance of loving and preserving nature.
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15 August, 2021
On the Platinum Jubilee of India's Independence, we pay our humble tribute to all those bravehearts whose selfless and valiant contributions won us our freedom.
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10 August, 2021
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06 August, 2021
Students and parents showed their inquisitiveness and interest for the series of digital media workshops conducted by Ms. Aditi Jhunjhunwala. They could easily pick up and effectively implement more than the rudimentary aspects and features of the application taught by Aditi Maam. It was quite an intriguing experience for the students and parents alike and that they enjoyed it thoroughly. In fact, students might potentially form a penchant for engaging and developing different mini-projects of their own through the application which would allow their creativity to blossom further and gain valuable technical skills.
04 August, 2021
Fruits are nature’s gift to mankind. Fruits have always found a way into our daily diet because of their innumerable benefits. Fruits also found a way into our virtual classrooms where the pre-primary students celebrated the fruit week with a lot of gusto. The children ate and drew fruits like mango, banana, guava, papaya and apple on paper by cotton dabbing, paper tearing, blow painting, colouring, finger tipping and paper folding. Information on the benefits of fruits was also shared through stories, videos and presentations. It was lovely to see the students snack on fruits throughout the week during the break time and enjoy them too.
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13 July, 2021
13 July, 2021
Pre-primary classes came alive with parents, children and teachers singing rhymes together with actions and ex
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12 July, 2021
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22 June, 2021
Only when everyone is vaccinated can our children return to school. Swarnim teachers are missing their students so much - we thought this was a good way to speed up the process.
21 June, 2021
Yoga, which originated in India and has been a part of our civilization for millennia, is a practice that orients our mind, body and spirit. On International Yoga Day, the Pre-Primary children displayed different animal postures in Yoga as they heard stories about those and later drew pictures. Primary classes too did yogasanas in the class with their respective class teachers. Students of the Secondary Section researched and made power point presentations about Yoga as a productive tool to enhance physical and mental well being.
20 June, 2021
Every child looks up to his/her father as a superhero and feels proud in saying My Daddy strongest. This year, as we celebrate Fathers Day on 20th June, we would like to express our gratitude to all the fathers who stood strong amidst all crisis with a smile. At Swarnim, preprimary students made craft items, sang songs and played games with their fathers. Upper KG children prepared sandwiches, shakes and choco balls, which they had learnt as a part of their Summer Vacation Homework to say, Daddy, we love you always. You are the best.
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14 May, 2021
Eid is all about wearing new clothes of kindness which never wear off. It's about putting the aroma of love and spreading it everywhere. Most importantly, it's about wishing for health, happiness and prosperity for all. Our Eid celebration was essentially about praying to the almighty for strength to endure every difficulty and also healing the planet and ushering in a healthier society for all. Pre-Primary students wore white as it's a colour of peace and simplicity. They were shown a short video which taught them the values of sharing and caring. Children made cards and wrote down their messages on them. Food, drinks and henna are some of the essential ingredients of Eid celebration. So some of our children prepared a drink named 'Sharbat-e-Khaas' with fruits available at home and relished it with great delight. Another group drew palm imprints on paper and made beautiful patterns on them with henna.
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09 May, 2021
Swarnim pays tribute to the legendary poet Rabindranath Tagore on his 160th Birth Anniversary.
08 May, 2021
The purest form of love is a mothers love for her children. To acknowledge the beautiful bonding between a mother and her child, we celebrated Mothers Day. Our teachers planned different activities to engage children and their mothers in the classroom. Pre-Primary children enjoyed different craft activities like making wind chimes and paper-cutting palm prints. Primary and Secondary children made DIY gifts like quilt paper earrings, necklaces and cards for their mothers. They also invited their mothers to class to express their love and gratitude and share their favourite memories with them.
06 May, 2021
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04 May, 2021
Celebrating World Laughter Day. Because laughter is the best medicine.
29 April, 2021
From the early initiations of man's instinctive will to play a role and move to the melody produced by different vibrations has been quite intriguing, to say the least. Along the development of human civilization, society has had reaffirmed the importance of the impact of different art forms. One of the most important ones being the art of dancing. Diversified through generations of imaginative prowess, we have now come to create and recognize the affluence and the spectacular grandeur the art form has evolved into. Dance has touched and left a mark on every culture, and continues to do so even today. Students of Swarnim International School today celebrated "International Dance Day" enthusiastically with several forms of dance. It also spread the message of the benefits of dance, its value in its art form and how dancing positively impact our lives.
23 April, 2021
English Language Day is observed on 23rd April as it marks the birthday and death anniversary of the most famous playwright of the language, William Shakespeare. To celebrate the English Language Day, our children did several interesting and engaging activities. Class 5 children dressed up as their favourite literary characters and discussed how those fictional characters inspire them. Class 6 had a wonderful poetry reading session. Children shared their favourite poems and also made colourful charts on the same. Class 8 explored the different proverbs of English language and formulated a pictorial quiz on them. All the activities were designed to inculcate the habits of reading and communication in English in children.
22 April, 2021
Happy Earth Day 22nd of April is celebrated as Earth Day around the world. The theme this year is Restore Our Earth. The students of Swarnim believe in the saying Be the change that you wish to see in the world. So, they introspected themselves, learnt about their mistakes and changed their ‘earth unfriendly behaviour. They are now the Changemakers. Hope they set an example for others, inspire them and collectively, we all will be able to reinstate the lost glory of our Mother Earth!
12 April, 2021
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07 April, 2021
World Health Day, 7th April, was celebrated with several activities that enlightened our children to be cautious and careful about their physical and mental health. Pre-Primary students pledged to eat healthy food and bid farewell to junk food. They performed Yoga, breathing and free hand exercises in order to keep their body fit and healthy. Students chanted the famous lines Early to bed and early to rise, makes us healthy, wealthy and wise! Children were shown a video which highlighted the significance of different good bacteria in our digestion and also explained the threat that the bad bacteria pose to our health. They were asked to identify the different healthy habits and discuss how those can be easily incorporated in our lives. Health, happiness and peace are few things that money can never buy! Thus, our children were encouraged to appreciate the mental well-being of each other as they made kindness cards. Each child wrote a compliment for a friend to uplift the happiness quotient of the class.
28 February, 2021
Science is everywhere in our lives. It is there in the largest heavenly body and it is there in the smallest atom around us. Science is not just about books but it surrounds us every second of our lives. National Science day is celebrated on the 28th of February every year. It is celebrated because renowned scientist Dr. C.V. Raman discovered the Raman Effect, the process of scattering of light particles by molecules of a medium, on this day in the year 1928. Students of Classes 3 to 7 learnt about Dr. Ramans life and his works. Through his life the students learnt that nature inspired him to find out the secrets of science. They were asked what inspires them to learn science. They made posters and also talked about their favourite topics. It was overwhelming to see the response of the students. We believe that we could inspire them to be critical thinkers and future scientists of our country.
16 February, 2021
Saraswati Puja marks the onset of spring and Swarnim celebrated it with music, art, dance and poetry. The Pre-Primary children were dressed in yellow and heartily engaged in conversation regarding Saraswati Puja. Nursery students coloured the Swan and Veena, LKG drew and coloured a book cover and pasted flowers around it and UKG made an origami Swan. Older children performed dances, recited poems and made beautiful artwork depicting the Goddess of knowledge and wisdom. The senior students did a research on the different mythological stories related to Vasant Panchami and Goddess Saraswati. In the later half, we had an art and craft workshop conducted by the artists Mr. Kaushal Sarawagi and Ms. Sheetal Garg. Children learnt origami art and simple drawing using numbers. It was an enriching experience for all.
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06 February, 2021
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04 February, 2021
A lockdown journal! Of a journey … Away from friends. Of missing the security and routine of school. Of new challenges and online classes. Of spending time with loved ones. Of coping with the loss of loved ones. Of stress and mechanisms of cope But mainly about a new beginning and hope.
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26 January, 2021
72nd Republic Day Celebration
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23 January, 2021
We celebrated the 125th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose to pay homage and remember his indomitable spirit and selfless service to the nation. Children were shown videos that introduced them to the life and work of this inspirational leader. Some students danced on songs like 'Agun Jalo' and 'O Amar Desher Maati' to remember the spirited personality of Netaji and his unflinching devotion to his motherland. Children also drew posters, wrote slogans and discussed the significance of Bose's ideologies in modern India as Netaji himself had said, "One individual may die for an idea, but that idea will, after his death, incarnate itself in a thousand lives." The virtual preprimary classrooms of Swarnim reverberated with ‘Kadam Kadam Badaye Ja’ while others danced to ‘Nanha Munna Rahi Hoon’. UKG students spoke a few lines about the great leader. The students also made the famous cap of Netaji with paper and coloured it with the tri colours. It was heartening to see such young minds imbibe the essence of national pride. Jai Hind.
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12 January, 2021
THE WHOLE LIFE IS A SUCCESSION OF DREAMS MY AMBITION IS TO BE A CONSCIOUS DREAMER, THATS ALL. Today is the birthday of the undaunted dreamer, the great philosopher, and the awe-inspiring educationist who had said these remarkable words,Swami Vivekananda. We celebrated this auspicious day with a series of events. Children were encouraged to learn about the life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda and espouse those in their own life. Stories from his childhood were read by children, songs were sung and poems were recited to honour his work and ethics. One of our students read out a poem which has been written by her grandfather to pay tribute to Swamiji. Swamiji believed that no knowledge comes from outside, it is all inside. Following his footsteps, we pledged to strive hard and develop our innermost qualities and potential to become the best versions of ourselves.
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09 January, 2021
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25 December, 2020
"Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful." We ended this challenging and difficult year on a cheerful and positive note as all our children came together to celebrate Christmas. They were at their creative best as they decorated their rooms with handmade Christmas trees and Santa Claus models. Preprimary children made cup cakes and Swiss rolls too. Children enjoyed listening to Christmas stories like Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, watched a short movie - The Gift of the Magi and sang Christmas Carols. They played and enjoyed games like Santa Says and Musical Statues in the class. Some became Secret Santa and made beautiful cards for their friends. Children learnt that Christmas means a lot more than just gifts; it is about being good to one another. Let the yuletide spirit bring cheer and smiles to all across the world. We wish you a Merry Christmas.
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19 December, 2020
If you are happy and you know it clap your hands…. ! At Swarnim we try and find out ways to make the path of learning smooth. Teachers and parents work hand in hand to ensure the same. One such initiative is the sing-along session, especially organized for our parents by our teachers. This time the students watched as their parents sang and danced to rhymes along with the teachers. This helped parents to be familiar with the words and actions of the rhymes done in class along with a few new ones. It also brought back their school days. As we say learning is an ongoing process and there’s no age limit for learning, our parents actively took part in the sing-along session amidst their tight schedule and loved reminiscing school days.
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14 December, 2020
Energy Conserved is Energy Generated with a constantly growing human population the need for energy is also increasing. Man has been using non-renewable sources of energy to fulfil his needs. This in turn has caused scarcity of the resources and also pollution of the environment. We have been reluctant towards saving energy. A normal household can reduce up to 10% of its electricity bill by just being vigilant about switching off lights and fans when not needed. Today, having realized the energy crisis that we are headed to, we have put a step forward in using renewable sources of energy. But it is just a step. A lot more needs to be done. Children of Classes VI and VII were sensitized on this topic on 14th December, 2020 which was celebrated as the National Energy Conservation Day. These classes were given different projects to understand in what ways energy can be conserved. Class VI did an experiment ‘Desalination of Salty Water Using Solar Energy’. They were asked to take a bowl full of salty water which had to be covered with a plastic sheet. They had to keep it in the sun and observe. They did this experiment and observed droplets of water on the plastic sheet. Hence they concluded that using the heat from the sun we can desalinate water and make it fit for drinking. They inferred that since fresh water available to man is decreasing with the growing population, we need to look for other sources. Sea is the biggest source of water but it is not potable. One can set up such desalination units of bigger size to generate potable water. This method will not only fulfil the need of potable water but also it will use solar energy which is a renewable source. This will also help in conserving our non-renewable resources which are used to generate energy. Class VII did a 10 day long project of ‘Be Vigilant and Save Electricity’. These students observed their meter reading every day. They tried to conserve electricity as much as possible i.e. by switching off lights, changing to LED light bulbs etc. They observed a considerable drop in their daily meter reading. Hence, they inferred that by being careful they could conserve electricity. They also discussed that the energy saved by them may have been useful to someone in the remote areas. Hence, by conserving energy they could generate energy for someone in need. Classes VI and VII understood the importance of ‘Energy Conservation’ and promised each other to reduce their energy requirement and also to switch to solar-powered devices.
11 December, 2020
“Nature breeds curiosity; it helps to grow explorers rather than robots. It reminds us that we are part of something bigger. It grounds us, calms us.” -- Ben Palmer-Fry It is always better to learn amidst nature, the learning is more intimate. Swarnim pre-primary children decided to sit under the blue sky and study today, be it in their terrace, balcony or garden, disregarding the winter chill. Children, parents and teachers carried tables and chairs outside and enjoyed a winter morning with active learning. They conversed about their connection with nature and how refreshing it was. Students examined the flower pots bushes to understand the concept of “on”, “in” and “under”; little ones matched colours of the vegetables with other gifts of nature, painted to their heart’s content as they breathed in fresh air. Sitting outdoors in the foggy and chilly winter morning, the children compared the indoor and the outdoor classrooms critically. When they had to speak louder than the honking of cars, and felt damp in the smog, students realised and pointed out why regular classes are always indoors. Nevertheless, when one child shared live pictures of the clear ranges of Himalayas from his present location, all marvelled at nature’s beauty. The day was cloudy, the sun was shy, but children enjoyed the change and requested their teachers for more outdoor classes.
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07 December, 2020
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02 December, 2020
‘Environmental Pollution is an incurable disease. It can ONLY be prevented’ The students of Swarnim International School observed the ‘National Pollution Prevention Day’ on 2nd December 2020. Classes III, IV and V did various experiments to understand the adverse effects of pollution in their lives. Class III made a ‘Pollution Catcher’ using paper plates and petroleum jelly. They have hung it on their windows and balconies to observe for the next fifteen days. They will monitor that how particulate matter present in air gets deposited on the catcher which will enlighten them about how vehicular emissions enter our body and cause serious diseases. Class IV did a comparison between emissions of a fossil fuel based car and a battery operated car. The students observed that when they burn a lamp using oil as fuel, it gives out soot and other harmful residue on a serving spoon which is carcinogenic in nature. Whereas, when the students observed their own battery operated toy cars, it did not have any harmful emissions. Class V students made their very own smog(smoke+fog) in their homes. They put a burning piece of paper in a wet glass jar and covered it with a cold lid. The water vapour condensed to form fog and mixed with smoke to form smog. The students were startled at their observations. They were sensitized to the fact that over the years we have become ignorant about the hazards of air pollution caused by petrol or diesel based cars. The students inferred by monitoring their experiments that it is high time we switch to renewable sources of energy. They concluded that this step is the only way that will reduce the amount of the slow poison which we are inhaling every second of our lives. They promised each other that they will work not only to make a greener but a more breathable Earth.
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01 December, 2020
Students of Swarnim International School organised a Student Led Conference. It was a day full of learning for our children which involved active participation of the parents. Teachers had devised activities in different subjects with very specific learning outcomes. Unlike other years, this time SLC was held at home. It celebrated the bonding between the child and his/her parents while the latter could partake in the formers learning process at the same time. Parents thoroughly enjoyed the conference and appreciated the effort of their wards. We believe it inculcated more confidence and interest in every child as well when they saw the pride in their parents eyes. We would like to thank our parents who took so much time and effort to recreate a class like scenario for the children to motivate them!
20 November, 2020
Learning is an ongoing process and we learn many things from our daily routine. This Durga Puja the students were confined to their homes, so they enjoyed learning basic life skills. They learnt activities to help their parents, like watching sunrise and sunset, sanitizing their toys, rolling out puris for breakfast, bird watching, laying the table and so on. Swarnim believes in learning beyond the boundaries. Emotional, mental and physical health; and family bonding are all important to a childs growth.
17 November, 2020
15 November, 2020
Diwali and Children's Day are coinciding this year. So we celebrated both together with light and laughter. Children were asked to dress up and sit with earthen diyas in a special evening class. They decorated their diyas using their artistic and creative skills. Children also carried out a badge campaign for a diwali without firecrackers. They took an oath to not burn any firecrackers themselves and celebrate a green diwali as they lit their bright and colourful diyas.
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08 November, 2020
We are extremely proud to announce that Swarnim International School has been awarded: 1. Hall of Fame 2019-20 Top 50 Non-franchised Preschools of Asia by the Early Childhood Association (ECA) 2. Hall of Fame 2019-20 Top 10 Primary Schools by Association of Primary Education and Research (APER).
07 November, 2020
Report on Teaching and Learning in Oct 2020 for Primary Classes.
06 November, 2020
Outdoor play is an important part of childhood. It not only gives children immense joy but also stimulates their senses and sharpens their curious minds. We as educators realize its importance and understand how our little ones are spending lesser time outdoors than ever before, which in turn is affecting their overall well being. Thus to break this monotony Swarnim International School celebrated Outdoor Play Day with our children where they played various games involving a healthy and fun filled coordination of the mind and body, the happiness they derived was clearly evident through their broad smiles.
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05 November, 2020
31 October, 2020
Halloween has long lost its original religious significance of “Holy Evening” or “All Saints’ Day”. Halloween costume parties, carving pumpkins and jars, playing pranks on people, visiting scary and haunted attractions are now more popular amongst all sections of the society. The students of SIS enjoyed the spirit of Halloween by dressing up in costumes and make-up. They also made Halloween jars and pumpkins to celebrate the day. They enjoyed the day to the fullest and have lots of pictures and memories to cherish.
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20 October, 2020
16 October, 2020
Durga Puja is one of the most awaited festivals of India. The year long wait has finally come to an end. Today the pre-primary students of Swarnim International School gave a grand welcome to Goddess Durga by performing with utmost devotion and love. They sang songs, danced their heart out and narrated poems to impress the Goddess. It was a day filled with emotions, excitement and laughter. Like we say- Asche bochor abaar hobe.
12 October, 2020
Every human has to work to fulfill his goals and desires. Work can be anything starting from household activities to desk jobs. Every action is dignified and respectable. Students of Swarnim International School paid respect to all level of workers and tend to remember people who lend us a hand and stand by our side when we need them. They were taught the core meaning of "Dignity of Labour." They also learnt that there's nothing wrong with any kind of job and every job deserves to be respected. We are all humans and we are working to support our livelihoods. So yes, everybody is not similar, but by virtue of them being human beings, all are to be treated equally.
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09 October, 2020
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02 October, 2020
Swarnim International School celebrated its Annual Prize Day 2019-20 on 2nd October as a legacy to Bapu's vision of hard work and perseverance. Enjoy the photos of the event with the voice over of the address by Mrs. Sangeeta Tandon, Principal, Shri Shikshayatan School who kindly consented to be the Chief Guest and (virtually) give away the certificates.
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21 September, 2020
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14 September, 2020
Hindi Day is celebrated every year on 14th September. 14 September 1949 was the 50th birthday of Hindi Pandit Vyouhar Rajendra Sinha, who struggled very long to make Hindi a national language. Rajendra Sinha made tireless efforts with Kaka Kalelkar, Maithilisharan Gupt, Hazariprasad Dwivedi, Seth Govindadas etc. to establish Hindi as national language after Independence. That's why we celebrate this day as Hindi Day. Students of Swarnim presented many types of programs according to their classes. Someone expressed their feelings through speech. Someone expressed their thoughts through painting, some children made badge and someone expressed respect towards Hindi language by singing verses and songs.
11 September, 2020
Alex Haley said, Nobody can do for little children what grandparents do. Grandparents sort of sprinkle stardust over the lives of little children. So today at Swarnim, children decided to celebrate Grandparents Day and share the endless love and affection that we receive from our grandparents with their friends. Class I found out about interesting games that the grandparents would play as children and shared those stories in class. They also learnt origami craft. How many of you remember how your grandmothers would come with a glass of turmeric milk if you fell sick and your grandfather would ask you to begin your day with some sprouts and nuts? All these formulas have been traditionally and successfully used by them to build our resilience and strength. Class II shared easy recipes of immunity drinks from the cookbooks of grandparents. Class III to VII presented food ingredients and recipes which strengthen our ability to fight against different diseases and ailments.
11 September, 2020
The purpose of celebrating Grandparents Day is to honor our grandparents for all their love. This Year Swarnim International School celebrated Grandparents Day virtually on 11th September. The children of nursery made cards and performed a dance for them. L.KG children made book marks from palm cutting and had a conversation on Memories down the lane where the grandparents narrated anecdotes regarding their grandchildren. Those without their grandparents in Kolkata made video calls to talk to them and it was very emotional. U.KG children made sweets along with their grandparents. They also made wall hangings together out of bangles, wool and decorative materials. The classrooms were reverberating with songs, memories and love.
09 September, 2020
05 September, 2020
Dear Parents, School is difficult, different, and some things will be inconvenient. You are going to have tech issues, and someone will likely tell you the wrong information at least once. There will be procedures you dont like. I just wish you could peek behind the scenes. You d see teachers and administrators working long hours to make it work, somehow. Imagine putting together a giant puzzle with no picture and the pieces keep changing shape. You d see teachers try to take in hours upon hours of training and use new programs, figure out new schedules and new procedures and make it all align to standards, follow health precautions, and keep it accessible and Teachers and school staff everywhere are overwhelmed. Every grade level, every custodian.. Everyday eyes brim with tears. Teachers love their kids. They miss them. They worry about them. They are trying their absolute best to figure it out and make this a great school year, even if we are (as the saying goes) building this plane while we fly it. Thank you for modeling grace, kindness, and positivity whenever you can. Our children learn what they see. Those might be the most important lessons our children learn this year.
04 September, 2020
04 September, 2020
Ms. Chhayya Aggrawalla of Life on a Canvas is a very talented and passionate artist and speaker. We had the privilege of having a Mandala Art workshop for classes 5 to 7 with her. Mandala Art is a perfect blend of art and geometry as one can create beautiful intricate designs through a series of symmetrical circles and patterns. The workshop was insightful and engaging and we were in awe of Ms. Aggarwalla s patience as she talked to every child individually and corrected their errors. She has promised to assist children further and they can contact her if they want to learn more.
27 August, 2020
Today Class I children were told a story - 'Elephant and his friend' using voice modulation and actions which they enjoyed thoroughly. They were also asked questions from the story.It was a fun and interactive story session. Students of class II dressed up as their favourite fairy tale character and narrated few lines on the character. Students of Class III enacted as "The Brave Leaders Of India". We are Indians,bold and free.We love our country with pride......... were the words echoed in the Zoom Room today. Class IV students recited poems on "Nature" and shared information about the poets. Class V students dressed up as their favourite story book characters and told the others what the books were all about and enacted a part from the books. Class VI students dressed up as their favourite fictional character and also acted like them to present their character sketch. Class VII- Do you know me? Children dressed up as their favourite fictional characters and each conducted a small quiz about their own character.
25 August, 2020
15 August, 2020
India- This very word encompasses an abundance of emotions. Feelings of love and devotion could be seen from the sparkling little eyes of the students of Swarnim International School. The virtual classrooms were filled with the tricolours Saffron, White and Green and celebration was full of pride, joy and love for our country. On this 74th Independence Day, let us renew our commitment towards building a united, strong, prosperous, inclusive and peaceful nation where a billion-plus dreams find ex
15 August, 2020
10 August, 2020
10 August, 2020
Krishna came to Swarnim…. Yes, Krishna came to Swarnim today, we saw Krishna in different mood, different form and of different age today. The cute little Krishnas of PG and Nursery danced to the tunes of ‘Chotichotigaiya…’. Then we met a little grown up ‘Nat-khat’ Krishna of LKG where he played with his friends in ‘Gokul kiGaliyon Mein’ and mother Yashoda was always busy running after him. Finally came our grown up Krishna of UKG who was busy dancing with his best friend ‘Radha’ to the beautiful tunes of his flute..Thus, with colorful dresses, rhythmic music and dance, Swarnim celebrated Janmashtami today. Our special thanks goes to our parents who took the pain of dressing up the children early in the morning and preparing them for the program. So, at the auspicious occasion of Janmashtami, the birth of Lord Krishna, the Eighth Avtaar of Lord Vishnu, Team Swarnim Wishes Everyone Good Health &Safety !!!
10 August, 2020
Story-telling has proved to be an effective way to help students learn about our traditions and mythology. The students of Class III and IV enjoyed some beautiful songs on the occasion of Janmashtami. The story of Kalia Daman and other short stories by them created magic and a sense of wonder leading to respect and appreciation for different cultures.
08 August, 2020
In todays world of electronic devices, everything is based on coding. What is heartening as well as interesting to note that little children as young as 6 year olds can do coding in a fun way. RoboGarden, an Indo-Canadian joint venture with Eupheus Learning, offers a fun and interactive way to learn the fundamental concepts of programming. The Learning By Coding Game Web-based learning/teaching development has been proven effective and efficient in assisting students to acquire knowledge and training skills, particularly in the STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). So, our students are currently doing a 17 hour long certification coding program with Robo Garden which will open the doors of coding to our children. The students enthusiastically did workshops on the 4th and 5th of August 2020, organized by Robo Garden, to learn the basics of coding to ensure they can play the game correctly. We hope that our children will successfully complete this coding journey and maybe, few of them will go on to become coders in future.
08 August, 2020
Parents webinar where two experienced doctors shared their views on eye strain and mental health for children during Covid. Dr Geetika Chanana , ophthalmologist and Dr @Smarnika Tripathi mental health counsellor - thank you so much for your valuable inputs and guidance. So many important takeaways. And you answered all questions so promptly and effectively - only left the audience asking for more. The doctors were also happy to hear all that we are doing at Swarnim -happiness class, cloud gazing and many more such activities - all to promote the physical and emotional health of our children YouTube link - https://youtu.be/q4ISDvfvD_w
03 August, 2020
Raksha Bandhan is a symbol of unwavering love and the bond between brother and sister. Symbolic of the bond that siblings share, the festival of “Rakshabandhan” is no longer just about brothers promising to protect their sisters. This year students of Swarnim decided but to celebrate Rakhi with nature, thus promising to protect it. The year 2020 has taught all of us the importance of nature and the need to strengthen the bond between human and environment. The students made eco-friendly rakhis with the naturally available materials and tied the rakhi to their favorite plant at home thus cementing the bond of protection between nature and the children.
03 August, 2020
“I pray for you to have peace, good health, happiness and all the good things in life. Happy Rakhi!” The festival of Raksha Bandhan is to cherish the beautiful memories and strengthen the bond brothers and sisters share. Swarnim International school pre-primary section also celebrated the occasion with fun and frolic. The nursery children made ‘shapes rakhis’, they decorated different shapes with vibrant colours and stone stickers, thus enjoying while learning. The LKG children made 2 rakhis - the healthy rakhis and put it in their parent’s hands. They pasted the unhealthy rakhis on a paper and crossed it, thus proclaiming they will enjoy only healthy food! The UKG children made different-emotional rakhis. They made different faces on the rakhis which slides through the paper to show different emotions. They made twirky face, smirky face, even grumpy face! It was a fun-filled day and parents became emotional when the children gifted the handmade rakhis to them.
01 August, 2020
30 July, 2020
Ms .Deepti Shankar, Director and founder of Safe Campus conducted a Self Defence session with all primary classes .. She enlightened the children about who is a Stranger - who "I DON'T KNOW AND YOU DON'T KNOW". She also told the children that it is very important to share everything with their parents and teachers, however they should never share their personal information with any stranger. If anyone feels that the stranger is not safe, they should SHOUT and say STOP. We are thankful to Ms. Shankar for teaching a few Self Defence stunts which can help when in danger... Children enjoyed the class. It was fun, challenging , informative and refreshing. We convey our gratitude to Ms. Deepti Shankar and Young Indians( YI) for imparting a skill so important and pertinent.
27 July, 2020
24 July, 2020
"Health is wealth" and Fitness is the key. We all know that exercise not only keeps our body and mind healthy but also gives us strength. In continuation to our effort of engaging our children in various activities, we arranged for a fitness session conducted by Ms Swati Poddar, an eminent fitness enthusiast. Students learned and replicated the different animal postures like frog jump, crab walk, bunny movement and the popular superman pose demonstrated by Ms Poddar. We are grateful to Ms Poddar for taking out some time from her busy schedule and tutoring our young learners to stay fit and healthy all by themselves.
22 July, 2020
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14 July, 2020
06 July, 2020
05 July, 2020
Our body and mind are a temple, and it is our duty to instil within, good habits and association, as forms of offerings. This chain of thought is what resulted in the manifestation of conducting the Sunshine Smile classes. To go about with our day to day lives and successfully conclude every activity we invest in, it is quite important to possess the necessary tools and be well equipped, mentally and emotionally. As mortal beings, we need to get our priorities straightened and realise how essential mental peace is, to be able to give our best in any task we intend to engage in and complete. Our mind and body needs to be operating on the same wavelength for them to be in sync and produce work in the most efficient manner. The purpose and aim of organising this session was exactly for that. We all have heard the saying, "To err is human", but the fact of the matter still remains that it shouldn’t be a reason to accept the inevitable and give up, rather use it as a motivation to be a better, wiser and more knowledgeable today than we were yesterday. Keeping this in mind and using these ideas as the source of inspiration, students of class III to VII were guided to indulge in several meditating activities, conveyed information regarding the importance and proper utilization of the five senses of our body. The reason for such activities were to help the students their overall development of mind and body, which moulds their personality as a whole and the way they pursue different goals and objectives in life. The students got a deep insight regarding the importance of meditation and how beneficial it can be in shaping our future. The meditation followed by a conversation with them, helped them realise that in life, a lot of things are beyond our scope or control and that the only thing, we can affirmatively have control over, is ourselves. It is predominantly a key factor, that we have great control over our actions when situation mandates us to not be in our comfort zone and step out of it. The students were taught through these various activities to cultivate awareness about their own thought process’ and the inner potential each one them have to not only cope up with different difficult situations they are made to dealt with, but also to come out of it triumphant. As, no matter what happens in life, good or bad, the indispensable requirement is to always stay calm and keep breathing.
03 July, 2020
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30 June, 2020
26 June, 2020
Classes 4-7 had a gardening workshop today where they learned how to plant tomato and mustard seeds. The workshop was conducted by Ms. Kanupriya Sarawgi and Ms. Kunjan Khemka from Lovegreen. Children discussed the importance of planting trees and how it helps release stress. The benefits of gardening include - sensory development, encourages healthy eating, teaches responsibility and patience, while helping with educational topics. Interesting tips and beneficial facts about different plants were also shared by our guests. Furthermore, children learned to decorate their pots with buttons, colourful paper etc. The workshop ended with a picture quiz and a pledge to plant at least one tree every year. In the aftermath of Amphan, it becomes imperative that each one of plants a tree. Swarnim students took the pledge to do the same. And this aligns perfectly with our culture -- We had also planted 80 trees on 6th Jan, our Founders Birthday, as part of his vision.
23 June, 2020
Their eyes sparkled with joyous surprise. The smiling faces made the classrooms come alive... Happiness knew no bounds! Some children were so overwhelmed that they hugged their parents tight when they saw their classrooms. To keep the emotional connect between the students and the school, the preprimary students were taken on a virtual tour of their favourite place – Swarnim International School. The teachers helped the students re-visit the entrance gate, classrooms, playground, aviary, sand pit, corridors, etc. It was like a breather which brought back fond memories of the times spent in school.
22 June, 2020
21 June, 2020
I cannot think of any need in childhood as strong as the need for a father’s protection Sigmund Freud Primary students celebrated Father s Day by reaching out to their father with a special gift-Gift of Health. As 21st June is also celebrated as International Day of Yoga, children seized the occasion and taught their fathers simple Yoga steps to keep them fit and healthy. Each child made the moments truly priceless and memorable for the father.
20 June, 2020
o It is that time of the year where we all want to make our first hero, our fathers feel special! o Swarnim International School celebrated Father's Day by doing various activities- playing games, quiz and craft. Fathers sang nursery rhymes to please their children. It was a treat to see father and child folding clothes and making ties. We hope that these memories will last for a lifetime.
19 June, 2020
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19 May, 2020
15 May, 2020
Priyanka Chatterjee is an International Story Consultant, an MBA (Gold Medalist) and an alumna of International Institute of Storytelling, Emerson College, UK. Chatterjee, an ardent lover of Strawberries, never knew there existed a Wild Strawberry patch right beside where she lived, until a friend brought it to her notice. Interestingly, that's how we all are — searching for meaning everywhere except for looking within. She gave birth to 'Wild Strawberry', an Art Exploration company with this eye-opening thought where Storytelling and Drama are used as mediums of exploration of self, others and the world around. Till date, 'Wild Strawberry' is tasted by more than 1 Lakh children and 25000 adults
13 May, 2020
A little bit of happiness is the need of the hour for little children. Swarnim International School organized an online Yoga session by Ms Shrradha Setalvad for the students. The younger students became butterflies and snakes through yogasanas. The elder children learnt 10 poses, 3 different types of breathing and learnt how to count in Sanskrit.
08 May, 2020
Rabindranath Tagore a name, a legacy of poetry, music, literature and philosophy. He has inspired poets, writers, thinkers and common man alike. To remember one of the greatest poets we celebrated his 159th birth anniversary at Swarnim . One of the students recited Rabindranath- erPrati a tribute to Tagore by another brilliant poet, Sukanta Bhattacharya. The poet reminisces the ideology of Tagore in silent contemplation which gives him courage to wade through the challenges of life. In this present difficult scenario, when human race is struggling to survive, Tagore s songs and poetry are our companions to fight against odds. Our students presented his creations in the class wise celebrations. This year s celebration was on different themes (parjay) of his songs. Those are puja, swadesh, prem, prakriti, bichitra, aanushthanik.Each class was assigned a theme, the songs and dances were based on it. Some children drew beautiful pictures and they involved themselves in their very own way of role play of Tagore s short stories. Children did not forget to wish their mothers because it was Mother s Day too. Preprimary children made cards along with their mothers, gifted them and hugged them tight. Our older students made secret gifts and surprised their mothers.
29 April, 2020
The famous dancer Isadora Duncan had said, "Dance is the movement of the universe concentrated in an individual.” The students of Swarnim came together to celebrate International Dance Day today. When the spirit is high, how can a lockdown stop these creative and vibrant minds? The junior students from classes 1-3 happily danced on several contemporary Hindi and Bengali songs. They also discussed the different dance forms of the world, their postures and costumes. Class 4 remembered Jean Georges who introduced modern ballet. Class 5 paid a humble tribute to Tagore and performed on two of his delightful songs. Class 6 danced together on the song 'Happy' by Pharrell Williams. Not only did the students of class 7 perform gracefully on some contemporary songs, they also put up well researched presentations on dance therapy, famous dance forms and renowned dancers.
22 April, 2020
22 April, 2020
Mr Deepak Das, a resident of the Rajpur Sonarpur Municipality feeds the poor every single day. Since COVID, the number of people he has been providing meals to, has increased manifold. Swarnim Management, Teachers, Admin staff and even Group IV staff are privileged to humbly contribute towards a fund which is enabling him to carry on his mission. We wish him more power to carry on the great humanitarian work that he is doing.
14 April, 2020
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30 January, 2020
30 January, 2020
15 December, 2019
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14 November, 2019
"Spreading Smiles" - our students helped to do just that on the occasion of Children's Day. All students of Swarnim donated their pre loved toys and stationery which students of class 5 took to JMS. A big thank you to parents who help us to teach the children to make children's day special for other children as well.
26 September, 2019
With Greta Thunberg's speech and the Climate talks gaining momentum, its time students became aware of the impending global crisis and their responsibility in saving Mother Earth. An interactive session on Environment Awareness was conducted by Ms. Suchismitra Basu from One Earth Social Initiative. Ms. Basu discussed issues like global warming, deforestation, menace of single use plastic and the ways we can improve the situation. It was heartening to see the student's awareness and participation. It was an informative session which concluded with a pledge of doing our bit for protecting this earth. Students will be receiving a list of 30 ways they can help the environment and will be implementing this daily in October.
20 September, 2019
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31 August, 2019
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15 August, 2019
The 73rd Independence Day was celebrated with great zeal at Swarnim International School. The pre primary students dressed up like great leaders and awed us by their speeches. Group Captain C.K. Bandopadhyay (retired) graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour. After the hoisting of the tricolour by the Guest of Honour, rendition of 'Kadam kadam badhaye ja' by the school choir touched everyone's heart. This was followed by colourful and spirited dance performances by the students of classes I - VI. The Director spoke about the values the school tries to inculcate in the children. Aditya Deb Gon of Class V outlined four basic duties as a good citizen. Group Capt. C.K. Bandhopadhay lifted the spirits with his motivational address to students, parents and teachers. The celebration concluded with the iconic, ever inspiring 'We shall overcome' in Bengali, Hindi and English followed by our National Anthem. After the heart-warming cultural programme, each child was gifted a laddoo and a sapling by the school.
13 August, 2019
"You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you. - John Bunyan And Swarnim parents have done this so generously - giving clothes, shoes and other relief materials. Our Catalysts of Change (CatCh) club students have sorted and packed these and sent to Goonj - who will deliver to the Assam flood affected victims. 62 cartons. A big Thank you to all the parents - we all have to collectively keep the belief alive in our children that the world is a good place and that those who can - ought to help others.
07 August, 2019
04 August, 2019
08 July, 2019
01 July, 2019
Doctors are next to God. Very few would refute this. On Doctor's Day, Swarnim students wish to thank all doctors around the world for keeping them healthy and hearty. Our students visited Dr.Pallab Das, Dr. Sayantan Banerjee and Dr.G.C.Das to wish them on this special day, express their gratitude for their dedication and commitment towards our society. They gave handmade cards and homemade cookies to them as a humble token of appreciation. We are obliged to Dr. Bappaditya Biswas, whose son studies in Swarnim, for dropping in at the school and interacting with our students.
29 June, 2019
29th June is observed as International Mud Day to spread awareness about the benefits of being in touch with nature. When children enjoy and understand nature, they can appreciate its gifts. Today, nature came indoors! All our children loved and enjoyed the squishy feel of mud in their hands. They were excited to touch, feel, smell and be "messy" and do something for which they are usually scolded on other days. Some kneaded the mud into balls and formed various shapes of their liking; some children reinvented the art of writing on clay tablets to show off their newly acquired knowledge. Children displayed their creative and sculpting skills as they moulded soft mud to make clay models of Ganesha, animals, flowers etc.
21 June, 2019
The Bhagvad Gita says "Yoga is the journey of the self through the self to the self." Yoga is an ancient, physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India. This year's theme is "Yoga for Heart". Our main aim is to raise awareness amongst the students on the many benefits of practicing yoga. Practicing Yoga is one of the ways to grow into a better human being with a sharp mind, a healthy heart and a relaxed soul.
19 June, 2019
Martial Arts at Swarnim. 12 students proudly received Yellow Belts for Taekwondo from the Traditional School of Martial Arts, India. They have been training with us for a year and had taken the exam in May. The certificates and the belts were given out by Mrs. Manju Pachisia, Chairperson, Women Corporate Director Committee from the FICCI Ladies Organization. Mrs. Pachisia addressed the students and urged them to bring out their best in their chosen fields through discipline and hard work. Another proud moment was when our teacher was recognised as a "Thought Provoker", a competition organised by Open Door assessing the question making powers of a teacher - whether they teach a child to think. Ms Anindita Mazumdar is among the top 100 finalists from across India from 5000 teachers who participated.
08 May, 2019
Along with understanding Good Touch Bad Touch. Thank you YI Chairperson Rajat Sarawgi for personally coming to school and conducting the workshop. As always our children looked adorable, performed beautifully and made their mothers happy with their gifts. One mother remarked - "I may be smiling outside but inside Im crying, I am so touched." Mothers, you deserve the love and pampering for all that you do, day in day out.
01 May, 2019
29 April, 2019
12 April, 2019
The school celebrated SWARNIM JAYANTI, the school's Foundation Day and rang in the Bengali New Year. The students of Class 1 welcomed new members of the Swarnim family with a dance to the song, 'Swagtam, shubh swagatam'. This was followed by the iconic song "Old man river" sung by our students in English, Hindi, Bengali and Assamese . The girls of classes 4, 5 and 6 performed a very rhythmic folk dance. All of them were looking very colourful and cheerful . Children have their own sense of celebration and they sang "Happy Birthday Swarnim" with their quintessential candour and warmth.
16 March, 2019
15 March, 2019
Swarnim international School in Kolkata invited our team to join the 'Family Day' celebrations. After the 'Know Your Waste' session ..the Children had a fun activity, collecting plastic bottles and bringing it to the recycling box. The school has started recycling their dry waste, and waiting to hand it over to recyclers. @Swarnim International School, the Family Day was an event with a PURPOSE ! We look forward to engaging with the students again.
25 February, 2019
"If you don't drive your business, you will be driven out of business". Students of Class V,understanding the value of money first hand and realising that business is a miniature model of life. Just as there are ups and downs in life,there exists profit and loss in business. A market scenario helped them to make sales and purchases to understand concepts of CP, SP and profit
18 February, 2019
02 February, 2019
26 January, 2019
Swarnim International School celebrated 70th Republic Day by hoisting the tricolor and with a short cultural programme. The Nursery students in traditional attire matched their steps with " Nanha munna rahi hoon" . The Upper KG students danced to a medley of songs where they conveyed their regards for the "Veer Jawans", they affirmed their "dil hai Hindustani" and proclaimed their love for India. Debarghyo De of Class 2 and Sourina Dutta of Class V recited Tagore's "Where the Mind is without Fear" in Bengali and English respectively. The Headmistress spoke about the importance of learning to follow rules at an early age so that children grow up to be law abiding citizens of this great nation.
25 January, 2019
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25 December, 2018
SWAR students are now Speaking With Accuracy and Relevance. They displayed their command over the language and their learning over the past 6 months in a beautiful program. Ably guided by Basabdatta Chakravarty, they held a discussion on Better India. A mesmerising Bihu dance performance and the evergreen song proved that had "truly overcome" their inhibitions and were now speaking English fluently.
22 December, 2018
Sports Day where every religion and region was represented. Because if children learn to embrace diversity, learn the values of tolerance , we can be a truly united country. Celebrating each other festivals is one way of teaching respect. And we are a country that loves to celebrate. We celebrate seasons. We celebrate fortune and harvest. We celebrate learning. Khel Utsav was about celebrating sports.... and life!
08 December, 2018
The Student Led Conference (SLC) on 8th December 2018 engaged students and their parents in various learning activities in the form of games. Parents revisited their schooldays and at the same time were happy to see their children explain complex concepts with ease and eagerness. The activities covered all subjects at the primary school level. We were happy to see children leaving the classrooms with a broad smile and a sense of achievement.
05 December, 2018
Our 3 year old makes us proud !! In the entire championship Aishik was youngest. He is now only 3 yrs 10 months old. Being the youngest to represent the country, he was awarded with two medals and a memento. International Championship Kumite-Gold & Kata- Silver Medals. God bless Aishik Mondal !
29 November, 2018
Our management and teachers attended a workshop on Saturday. They learnt how to identify special needs, how to make a story come alive, how to teach phonetically and importance of Circle Time. This workshop was supported by Swarnim International School as we strongly believe that the first 6 years are paramount in a child's life.So much of peer learning from heads of the best preschools of Kolkata. With the notable exception of #sumansood ,head of Kolkata territotry, who could not attend due to unavoidable reasons.. A saturday well spent with learning and fun.. #EarlyChildhoodAssociation.
14 November, 2018
"Spreading Smiles" on Children's Day, our Grade 5 students visited JMS school and presented their students with toys and stationary. Arav Baid’s mother gave ice creams to all. A big thank you to all parents who so generously sent these gifts. Everybody came back with big smiles !
01 November, 2018
Students today celebrated Outdoor Classroom Day. #outdoorclassroomday 1. Lil Learners - Children collected flowers, leaves and twigs from the garden and made a “ Nature Paintbrush” with those. Then they painted different patterns sitting under the pleasant autumn sun. 2. Nursery made nature bracelets with grass, leaves and petals and felt the different texture of each item. 3. Lower KG students listened to the Aesop’s fable , " A bundle of sticks". Threy collected twigs and tried breaking them. They found they can break one twig at a time but can’t break a bundle of twigs. 4. Upper KG kids learnt about land transport as they formed a train, scooter, car etc and moved about in the field. 5. Class 1 learnt about the parts of a plant. 4 groups went on searching around the school grounds for the different part of a plant assigned to each. 6. Class 2 students first gathered pebbles, leaves and twigs and then distributed among themselves to learn division with remainder. 7. Class 3 – With the green grass beneath their feet the children did Math activities and answered with the objects found in nature. 8. Class 4 scooped out soil with a mini trowel, put it in a clear glass and added water. They have kept it in their classroom to observe the layers of the soil the next day. 9. Class 5 walked under the trees, around the bushes reciting Harry Behn’s poem “Trees”. They experienced learning about trees under a tree for the first time.
11 October, 2018
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28 August, 2018
The students of Swarnim International School took to the road to make people aware of the traffic rules and safety measures to be followed while driving. We are grateful to the Officer-in-Charge (Traffic) of Sonarpur PS for involving our children actively in the "Safe Drive Save Life" campaign. The children stopped passing vehicles, stuck "Safe Drive Save Life" stickers on them and made the drivers promise to follow safety rules. We hope children's appeals and efforts will make a positive difference in this regard.
27 August, 2018
23 August, 2018
15 August, 2018
Swarnim International School celebrated the 72nd Independence Day with grandeur and a promise for a greener India. The school joined hands with "Temple of Inner Wisdom (TIW)" to gift each child a sapling. Shri Amit Doshi from TIW hoisted the tricolour, which was followed by the National Anthem. Shri Doshi underscored the importance of creating awareness about the environment from a tender age in his address. The students of the primary section put up a gamut of vibrant and rivetting performances After the heartwarming cultural program, each child planted a sapling in the school garden, tagged with their own name, a pet name for the plant and its scientific name. All parents were also gifted saplings. Students promised to look after their "tree friend" and help it to grow as they grow up. On Independence Day, let us try and give back to our country in whatever way we can..
11 August, 2018
Multiple intelligences workshop conducted Mrs Suman Sood, Director of Mongrace Montessori House and Kolkata head of Early Childhood Association. We deeply appreciate her mentorship which helped us win the prestigious ISA Award from the British Council.
09 August, 2018
07 August, 2018
Isn't it sheer bliss to hear children screaming with joy?? Swarnim students rolled in the mud, got wet in the rain, made themselves messy and did everything that they would not be allowed to do on other days! What can be more fun! Starting from the International Mud Day i.e 29th June, for a week, the students of all grades celebrated Mud Day in turns in their own way. Oblivious to all the benefits of being in contact with mud and how it can help build up immunity, children just enjoyed being dirty!!
05 August, 2018
All we are saying - Give Peace a Chance "World Peace can be achieved when the Power of Love replaces the Love of Power" - Sri Chinmoy Students and teachers of Swarnim International School have taken an initiative to spread the message of peace and harmony to commemorate the tragedy of fatal bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945. Students of the school performed a street play,, "Give Peace a Chance", scripted and choreographed by the teachers of the school. The play highlighted the futility of war and bloodshed using three different languages, English, Hindi and Bengali. It integrated portions of legendary songs from Ray's Gupi Gain Bagha Bain - "Ore halla rajar sena, tora juddho kore korbi ki ta bol" and John Lennon's quintessential number "Give Peace a Chance". The weekend revellers were pleasantly surprised to see young children perform with ease and elan. In both the places the audience appreciated the efforts of the children and the noble thought of the school. Some of them came up to the teachers to congratulate them for bringing up the future generation with 'real' learning. Team Swarnim hopes that we learn from history and the mistakes are not repeated.
20 June, 2018
Father's Day is a celebration honoring fathers and celebrating fatherhood.So imagine the joy and excitement fathers and students felt as they worked together to create memories and mementoes to mark Fathers Day in a week long celebration.
13 May, 2018
Mothers are so special ! Thanking not possible -- Appreciating all they do !!
08 May, 2018
Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore was a poet, novelist, dramatist, short story writer, painter, singer, music composer and columnist. His school of thought always insisted on an education where "knowledge is free" and "head is held high".
On 8th May, Swarnim International School celebrated "Rabindra Jayanti" to commemorate the 157th birth anniversary of Tagore. The programme began with a dance performance to the Rabindra Sangeet ,"Amra Sobai Raja". It was a great pleasure to listen to the beautiful recittations of Tagore's poems "Lukochuri" and "Bigyo".
The Primary school choir sang the song of breaking free from shackles of all bondage, "Ha re re re, re re, amai chere dere dere". A video clip on Tagore's life was shown to the children. Different moods of nature were captured in the dance performance by the students in "Khara bayu boi bege". In keeping with the school's vision of promoting a holistic education, students were given scholarships for their outstanding talents in gymnasics and football. The programme concluded with our National Anthem which, the children were amazed to find out, was also penned by this great Nobel Laureate.
04 May, 2018
Orientation sessions for parents of Swarnim Students were conducted in three batches. We believe in a strong partnership between home and school and it needs to be formed at the very beginning of a child's school life. The mission and vision of the school, innovative teaching methodologies, discipline, safety and security measures, good and effective study habits were the main points of discussion. As a part of the "Anti-spanking Campaign", parents pledged to not raise their hands on their children on the pretext of disciplining them. #iwillnot
16 April, 2018
On 16th April, Swarnim celebrated this spirit of new beginning, Poila Baisakh - Springtime is the season of colour and life returning to nature which is most certainly a reason to celebrate!
School also observed "Swarnim Jayanti", the Foundation Day of the School. We mark two years of happy children and satisfied parents, encouragement and performances, mistakes and corrections.
We also tribute to Dr B.R Ambedkar to commemorate his birth anniversary on14th April . The Swarnim family welcomed the new students with a bookmark - telling them they they were now now part of the big Swarnim Tree.
We begin the new session on a high note, as always,with the splendid performance by the students and enthusiastic participation of the teachers. MAY THE LOVE FOR LEARNING ALWAYS GROW!
26 March, 2018
Swarnim International School hosted Annual Day on 24th March at Jai Hind Auditorium. Honourable Justice, Shri Ashim Kumar Roy and Shri Sanjay Singh, ADG , South Bengal, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and Guests of Honour respectively. Justice Roy underscored the importance of whetting children's curiosity and learning at their own pace. He appreciated Churchill's quote as the school's vision, "I am always ready to learn, but I always do not like being taught."
Shri Sanjay Singh , an IIT alumnus, said schools must be a place where children enjoy their time rather than a place of torture. He praised Swarnim's pedagogy of using Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligences. Parents nodded in appreciation of the school's innovative methods of student engagement and making the environment a learning tool. Swarnim's huge walk-in aviary and pet zone bring the children close to nature. Their reading programs are designed to inculcate the habit of reading from a tender age. Parents also praise the school's efforts to reduce the burden of heavy bags by introducing Term books and a scientifically designed bag with broad straps.
The Annual Day program was the culmination of the school's pedagogy and activities throughout the year. The Founder Chairman of the School, Shri H.P. Budhia highlighted the importance of dedicated teachers and said that a school is as good as its teachers. The Resident Director, Ms.Swati Sarawagi proudly announced that Swarnim had been adjudged the 5th Best Presschool in Kolkata by the Education World magazine in the very first year. Swarnim had been ranked Third in Reading and Literacy Education in the country by Early Childhood Association. Swarnim teacher's have ranked first and second in Kolkata in the Teaching Professional's Olympiad .
The Graduation Ceremony for Upper KG children, all looking adorable in their elaborate convocation robe, was a big attraction for all. All the students of the school from Playgroup to Class IV participated in a beautiful musical "Somewhere over the Rainbow". The audience was enthralled as children as young as 2 year old danced to the tunes of seven different continents. The children conveyed the message of love, peace, unity and humanity as they metaphorically related the seven different colours of the rainbow and seven continents of the world. They posed a very poignant yet pertinent question to the audience that they believe somewhere over the rainbow there is a world where there are no boundaries, no hatred, no violence. They dream of a world like that. Can we adults give them that world? All in the audience were visibly moved and displayed their commitment to a better world for their children by waving their mobile flashlights. The grand finale was spectacular with the entire school swaying to "We are the world" and a huge globe descending on the stage from above. The Annual Day came to a close wishing to meet next year in a better world.
23 February, 2018
22 February, 2018
Our children received prizes from Anindya Chatterjee of Chandrabindu and Sidddhartha Ray of Cactus, both Bangla bands, for winning in an inter school essay competition organised by Antara - an NGO. The essay was on "healthy life" and our students exhibited literacy skill and exemplary thought to bag the prizes from amongst 21 schools ! Ananya Sen was awarded trophy for second over all and Piyush Sethy and N. Kavya received special mention.
12 February, 2018
30 January, 2018
Elocution was held in school today. A poem that got us all thinking about the state of affairs - "Teler shishi bhanglo bole khukur pare raag karo" - a famous poem by Annada Shankar Ray criticising the partition of India. A child questions the adults that they reprimand her for breaking an oil bottle, but what about them fragmenting the country, diving states, breaking houses, raging war?
25 January, 2018
22 January, 2018
The students and staff of Swarnim International School worshipped Goddess Saraswati with reverence and devotion on 22nd January, 2018 on the occasion of Saraswati Puja. To celebrate the auspicious day of Basant Panchami, the altar of the Goddess in the school was decorated with yellow marigold, synchronizing with the vibrant "basanti" (yellow) colour which symbolizes the onset of spring after the cold winter. The children made intricate "rangoli" and "alpana" with flower petals and traditional rice flour paste respectively in front of the deity. The children, parents and staff offered prayers and sought the blessings of the Goddess of Learning and Wisdom. The little ones brightened up the premises in their bright yellow traditional attires. The occasion is mapped with our International School Awards project - Gods of Learning. Children will research about similar rituals and beliefs of Gods of Learning in other countries and cultures and make scrapbooks, charts and power point presentations to showcase their learning.
16 January, 2018
The 2nd Annual Sports of Swarnim International School was held on 12th January 2018. This year's theme was Fairy Tales and Fables .The cold winter morning turned into a bright, warm fairyland with children as young as 2 year olds participating in the sports.
Respective teachers led their classes into the field with Sourina Dutta and Soham Basu of Class 4 and 3 respectively bearing the school flag. It was a proud and precious moment for all when the entire school sang the School Song formally for the first time.
The Resident Director Ms. Swati Sarawagi quoted Swami Vivekanada , " Arise, awake and stop not till your goal is reached " in her welcome address . She proudly announced that Swarnim International Preschool is among the top 5 preschools in Kolkata adjudged by Education World. The Chief Guest, Lt.Col.Amit Patne who hails from Maharashtra pleasantly surprised everyone when he addressed the children in Bengali and declared the Sports Meet open. Aaryan Banerjee of Class 3 and Olivia Bose of Class 4 took the oath on behalf of all participants.
The first event was a glittering drill display by Lower KG students followed by the colourful and creative novelty races. Each race was based on characters of a fairy tale or a fable and involved at least one skill that they have learnt in school. Playgroup had Red Riding Hood picking up apples from among other fruits and stringing the beads in Jack and the Beanstalk races. Nursery students played Goldilocks, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Cinderella with a difference. Not only the prince helped Cinderella to put on her shoes but she too helped the prince to put on his jacket. Lower KG and Upper KG children had races related to Hare and the Tortoise, Lion and the Mouse displaying coordination, Hansel and Gretel in which they matched shapes. Class 1 too had very interesting races like Sleeping Beauty where the prince kept waiting for the princess but she brushed past him to choose her own career. In the Frog Prince, the frog had to solve two simple sums to become a prince. The parent - student race too was very well appreciated.
But the most spectacular event of the day was the enthralling Yoga display by primary children. The story, The Hungry Caterpillar was portrayed through various Yoga poses as the Resident Director narrated the story.
Not only the little ones, Swarnim sports involved everyone. The tug of war between parents and teachers ended in a draw to a huge applause from the audience. The support staff too enjoyed being Rapunzel making plaits of ribbons and running to the finishing line. The fun filled day drew to a close with the Founder Chairman, Shri H.P. Budhia's ever encouraging words and good wishes followed by the vote of thanks by the Headmistress.
22 December, 2017
The festival of Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ and spreads the message of love, kindness, tolerance and brotherhood. We, at Swarnim International School, celebrated it with great fervour. We were delighted to have our Chairman amongst us on this happy occasion. The Christmas tree and the Manger looked divine.
The programme began with Aaryan Banerjee of Class III telling us about Santa Claus. The primary section choir sang 'Santa Claus is coming to Town'. Ms. Adelina Mondal enlightened us about the Story of Christmas, followed by a melodious rendition of "Silent night, Holy night" by Sourina Dutta from Class IV.
Students were waiting with bated breath for Santa. As the choir started singing 'Jingle Bells' the whole school joined in and Santa entered amidst loud cheer. He gave candies to everyone and the children simply loved it.
The children, staff and guests wished each other by singing "We Wish You a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year" along with the choir. More surprise was in store for our little ones as each one received a gift from their dear Santa. Each one left the school for the winter recess with a big smile and a lot of good wishes for a fabulous 2018.
19 December, 2017
07 December, 2017
Safety is a burning topic right now - and rightly so. There should be zero tolerance for any deviations. Many safety issues were addressed - sexual, physical and emotional. The conference held by Early Childhood Association(ECA) at BCCI was very informative and exceptionally enriching.
The Chief Guest was Shri Dushyant Nariala, IAS Secretary Department of Education WB who stressed on the need for such awareness. Dr. Swati Vats' knowledge, insight and presentation skills taught us a lot. The address by Social Activist Ms. Alokananda Roy who works with the children born and living in jails for no fault of theirs touched many a hearts.
IPS Aparajita Rai shared valuable information on Safety rules. It was the first time we were addressed by a lady police officer and her passion and dedication were evident for all to see. Also present were illuminaries like Mrs Rupkatha Sarkar, Principal La Martiniere for Girls, Mr H K Chaudhury, Mr Pradip Agarwal and Mrs Meenakshi Atal from Heritage. Kudos to Mrs Suman Sood , President ECA Kolkata and Principal Mongrace for organising this wonderfully relevant event
01 December, 2017
A child's smile can light up a day. A child's innocence charms many hearts. That's why it must be protected. This innocence is lost when a child is sexually abused. While it may seem easier to live in denial, child abuse happens everywhere. Child sexual abuse knows no barriers - not race, income or religion.
In an attempt to create awareness and help children protect themselves, Mr. Rachit Malik, of Young Indians - a CII initiative, conducted a two-day's workshop at Swarnim International School in association with Arpan's Personal Safety Education Program on "Know Your Touch".
The session on 16th November was only for the students of UKG to Class 4.The parents of the same children attended the workshop on 17th November wherein they were told to be well-informed about the child's whereabouts, to be aware if they notice any change in the child's behaviour and to be alert about the places frequented by children.
The project was essentially aimed at helping prevent child sexual abuse, encouraging students to report incidents to a trusted adult and sensitize parents about it. Mr. Malik involved the students in an interactive training session during which several misconceptions were dispelled, worksheets solved and a film named " Komal" was screened in three different languages that aimed at teaching children concepts of Safe Touch, Unsafe Touch and Personal Safety Rules.
Certificates of Participation were handed over to the students at the end of the session. Students were also informed about Child Line, an emergency 24-hour helpline for children. By dialing 1098, a child in distress will be helped by a volunteer.
01 December, 2017
Very often parents tell us "We have to keep a tutor at home. We cannot help our child because we have studied in a Bengali/Hindi medium school." We wanted to clear such misconceptions. English is just one of the means of communication whereas knowledge is universal.
The Headmistress conducted an interactive workshop, "Bridge the Gap" for parents of children aged between 5 to 9 years on 9th and 16th September, 2017. The response and the receptivity was overwhelming. The workshop's premise was ENGAGE - EXPLORE - EXPAND.
It outlined the importance of letting children take ownership of their own learning. It explored a few methods to improve English communication skills of the child and the parents, like oral drilling, chanting, voice recording, reading in front of the mirror etc. There were role plays with the parent and the child so that parents could understand how to monitor a child's "studies" rather than "teaching" the child at every point. The important message was to let the child take the initiative and lead the way to 'bridge the gap'.
26 November, 2017
The saying goes, "The child is the father of man". What could be more satisfying for a parent than seeing his child become his teacher and demonstrate various techniques of learning through different activities.Swarnim International School organized a Student Led Conference (SLC) wherein the students from Classes UKG to Class 4 showcased their understanding to their own parents. While teaching their parents, they displayed their own mastery of the subject, their confidence and why the love for learning grows at Swarnim. The parents in turn had to rock their brains to keep up with their child mentors and carry out the subject based activities successfully. Children’s enthusiasm and parents’ joy knew no bounds when the parents saw their wards imparting their newly learnt skills with élan.
14 November, 2017
11 November, 2017
Riot of colours, games, canvas painting, enthralling performances, bouncy castle and lip smacking food-made for the perfect Saturday getaway for children as the school hosted its first carnival on 11th November, 2017. It was wonderful to see Swarnim students and their families participating enthusiastically in the carnival. The parents had earlier donated toys and clothes for the children of Jeevan Madhur School. The students of this school visited Swarnim along with their teachers, enjoyed the food and games thoroughly and went back happy with gifts from the Swarnim family. Several food kiosks allowed all to dig into various kinds of mouthwatering snacks and dishes. For game lovers, there were myriad options -Can the Can, Let's Football, Treasure Hunt, Park Your Car etc. And then there was "Colour My Canvas" - to let the children explore their love for painting. Swarnim family is thankful to Mr Edvan D Carvalho for putting up an amazing performance of juggling balls while walking on stilts. We also had special guests in the form of a cow and a lamb who had come just to say hello to all the children. Recognising the impact a good education has in the life of a child, Mr. Budhia, Chairman of Patton announced Patton scholarship for students seeking admission in Classes 1- 5 in 2018-19, based on academic merit. The carnival was a huge success because we could spread smiles beyond boundaries of our own school. That is what a true Children's Day should be about.
13 September, 2017
10 September, 2017
Grandparents are the big banyan trees who provide shelter from life's blasts and are children's best friends at home. Swarnim dedicated 8th September to the grandparents. The excited students showed them around their classrooms and gifted them a piece of their handiwork. Some gave away a pair of smiling grandparents while some had made lollipop butterflies. Some had sown seeds which have grown into little saplings, as if a reflection of themselves. Classes 3 and 4 had written out a beautiful message for them. The work displayed in the class left them emotional as they related their experience to being parents only a few years ago! Every class had arranged for games for grandparents versus grandchildren. The little ones tugged them along across the field to the aviary too. And the result was - SHEER JOY.
05 September, 2017
5th of September every year is a day of nostalgia for the adults and thanksgiving for the young ones. It is Teachers' Day! The little ones at Swarnim International School made the day special for their beloved teachers by making cards to wish the teachers. They put up a program consisting of songs, recitation and dance performances. Highlight of the program being Guru Dakshina, an excerpt from Ekalavya and Drona's episode from Mahabharata. Class 4's dance recital to the popular number "Itni si hasi, itni si khushi" too was highly appreciated. The show ended with a touching note when children queued up holding the letters of "THANK YOU TEACHERS". Each teacher was presented with a coffee mug, personalized with her name and with the beautiful words printed on it- "It takes a big HEART to help shape young minds." These mugs were made by the Special Needs children of Icanflyy. Swarnim wishes every one a very happy Teachers' Day.
05 September, 2017
17 August, 2017
20 July, 2017
Raksha Bandhan is the ceremonial ex
As a part of an initiative by Pidilite, our students have made tri-colour Rakhis to be sent to our Jawans at the border. This innovative drive has made this year's Rakhi celebration very special and meaningful for our children.
07 July, 2017
29 June, 2017
24 June, 2017
"Yoga is the journey of the self through the self to the self." - The Bhagvad Gita Swarnim International celebrated World Yoga Day with great enthusiasm. This year's theme being "Yoga for Health", students from pre-primary and primary sections assembled to do the yoga asanas together. Our main aim is to raise awareness amongst the students on the many benefits of practicing yoga. We at Swarnim firmly endorse that Yoga can contribute in achieving equilibrium between mind and body. To mark the occasion, a workshop is also being held for teachers on Saturday 24th June, 2017 in the school premises. The main aim of the workshop is to present yoga as a life enhancing tool. Yoga helps teachers to explore their ability to control their responses under stressful situations.
18 June, 2017
“A dad is someone who does not catch you before you fall, instead picks you up and helps you to try again. A dad is someone who holds you when you cry, scolds you when you break the rules, shines with pride when you succeed, and has faith in you even when you fail…”
Fathers were asked to come to school on Friday. As children handed over the exclusive gift handcrafted by them and wished them “A Happy Father’s Day”, the anxious looks gave way to surprise, endearment and overwhelming emotions. The preschool children had made cards and wall hangings with the help of the teachers.
Primary students mustered all their innovative ideas and creativity to make pen and cell phone holders which they gifted their dads on Father's Day, Sunday at home.
20 May, 2017
Our summer camp started with a bang on 15th May and ended with a blast on 20th May for children of different age groups. The Babies' Day Out was for 2 to 4 year olds, Bahubali- Harness the Super Power, Junior and Senior, were for children aged between 4 to 7 years and 8 to 12 years respectively. Students from the school and other schools participated in the camp. For Babies' Day Out there were various craft activities, feeding the pets, playing on the trampoline, painting the wall and water play. They splashed the walls with colour and splashed water on each other in the water play. The activities for the Bahubali group were no less interesting. These children learnt how to keep themselves physically fit with basic steps of karate, different craft activities, non-fire cooking, dance, dramatics and Vedic Math too! All the children visited a farm where they saw vegetables and fruit trees. Much to their astonishment they witnessed a cattle being milked too! The fun-filled week ended with a magnificent show replete with music, songs, dance and much more. The tiny tots marched in tune with an all time favourite Cliff Richard song - Summer Holiday. Bahubali (Jr.) group presented a specially choreographed piece to display their newly acquired karate skills. The Bahubali (Sr.) group presented a short musical medley. The theme was "If you can dream it, you can do it." It was an inspiring show to watch and was refreshing to listen to unforgettable numbers like Chiquitita, I have a dream, I believe I can fly etc. The participants had choreographed the dances themselves. They might not have been perfect but it was the children's ex
12 May, 2017
"The widest road leading to the solution of all our problems is education." This was what Rabindranath Tagore believed in. Tagore, undoubtedly, one of the greatest poets of all times has not only shaped the culture of Bengal but has also contributed immensely towards education as a whole. To celebrate his birthday, the students of Swarnim International School performed on various compositions by him. A wonderful dance on the song ‘Amra Nuton Jouboner Doot’ was performed by the children of L.K.G. and U.K.G. They looked beautiful in their green and yellow attire. Girls of classes I and IV dressed in yellow and red sarees, swayed to the melodious composition ‘‘Aaye tobe Shohochori’. Followed by this was the main attraction of the event, the enactment of the poem ‘Birpurush’. The participants were the students from classes I to IV. Everyone cheered when the dacoits were defeated by the courageous brave heart, the ‘Birpurush’. Any homage paid to Rabindranath Tagore is miniscule compared to his contribution to the world of literature. This was our humble tribute to Gurudev, a name lovingly given to him by Mahatma Gandhi.
02 May, 2017
An orientation programme for parents of Pre-primary and Primary children was held on 29th April, 2017 in two separate sessions.
The session for the pre-primary section began with video clippings of classroom activities. Parents of preschoolers are always anxious to know what transpires in the few hours when the child is away from home. These video clips reassured them that their children have fun while they learn. This was followed by a presentation by the Headmistress, outlining rules, regulations and the Montessori philosophy which the school follows.
The next session for the primary school parents was indeed different. It started of with power point presentation showing classroom activities of Classes I to IV. This was followed by a demo-class by teachers to elucidate the effectiveness of activity based learning and how topics are mapped to different subjects. Parents were divided into groups and each group was asked to make an animal with the craft materials provided. They were as excited and enthusiastic as their children are in class. The animals were linked to teach English, Science and Mathematics. As parents appreciated the approach, the Headmistress discussed the evaluation process in detail.
The interaction drew to a close with the Resident Director handing over a cheque to mother of Aaryan Banerjee of Class III, who is the first recipient of Swarnim’s Scholarship for Outstanding Talent for his achievements in Karate.
18 March, 2017
The li'l learners of the Preschool section of Swarnim International School celebrated their Annual Day on 18th March 2017 at the Jai Hind Auditorium, Garia.
The occasion was graced by Dr. Pallab Das, Chairman of Rajpur-Sonarpur Municipality, Mrs. Salim, wife of Dr. Salim, IAS, Secretary - Minority Affairs & Madrasa Education Dept, Mr Ranbir Kumar, IPS - ADG & IGP (Armed Police) and Dr. Amit Ranjan Biswas, Consultant Developmental Neuropsychiatrist at Cambridge as the Guests of Honour.
The Founder Chairman of the school and Patton conglomerate, Shri H.P. Budhia delivered the welcome address followed by the Graduation Ceremony for children moving on to the Primary Section.
Dr. Pallab Das quoted from Swami Vivekanand - Education is the manifestation of the perfection present in mankind as he applauded Mr. Budhia for gifting a school to this region. Mrs. Salim, a teacher in Kerela stressed on the importance for parents to avoid over protecting their children.
Mr. Ranbir Kumar spoke about the vision of the founders and stressed on how education can change the world.
The passing out convocation was a cute sight to behold as the five year olds, in the very solemn graduation cloak, received their certificates from the distinguished guests.
The Resident Director, Ms. Swati Sarawagi, shared the future plans for the upcoming K-12 school through a visual presentation.
The brightest part of the day began to unfold with the trilingual musical - Sunshine Smiles. Children aged 2 to 5 years danced and performed to songs and rhymes in English, Bengali and Hindi with innocent beauty and grace.
The purpose of this event was to create a platform that will showcase the talents of the tiny toddlers. Resplendent in their bright costumes, the message they portrayed was simple yet profound - all hurdles in life can be overcome with S-M-I-L-E.
At the end of a thirty minute long captivating show, the audience had smiles on their lips and sunshine in their hearts and took a pledge to "Make the world a happier place."
27 February, 2017
The Importance of Free Play So why is it so important to let kids play?
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics' Clinical Report on "The Importance of Play in Promoting Healthy Child Development and Maintaining Strong Parent-Child Bonds," in addition to being important to healthy brain development, the benefits of free play include:
It is important to note that this kind of play is meant to be cnstructured, child-driven play.It is not the kind of play time that is totally controlled by adults and doesn't include passive play, such as sitting in front of a video game, computer, or TV.Keep in mind that just because free play isn't controlled by adults doesn't mean that you shouldn't supervise your kids while they are playing, especially if they are playing outside.
Play's the Thing - Study Shows "Free Play" Is Highly Important to Human Social Development Boston college researcher: modern focus on competition, drive to win may have contributed to economic woes A new theory about early human adaptation suggests that our ancestors capitalized on their capacities for play to enable the development of a highly cooperative way of life.
Boston College developmental psychologist Peter Gray suggests that use of play helped early humans to overcome the innate tendencies toward aggression and dominance which would have made a cooperative society impossible. "Play and humor were not just means of adding fun to their lives," according to Gray. "They were means of maintaining the band's existence - means of promoting actively the egalitarian attitude, intense sharing, and relative peacefulness for which hunter-gatherers are justly famous and upon which they depended for survival."
This theory has implications for human development in today's world, said Gray, who explains that social play counteracts tendencies toward greed and arrogance, and promotes concern for the feelings and wellbeing of others. "It may not be too much of a stretch," says Gray, "to suggest that the selfish actions that led to the recent economic collapse are, in part, symptoms of a society that has forgotten how to play." Interest in play is very much on the upswing among psychologists, educators, and the general public, according to Gray. "People are beginning to realize that we have gone too far in the direction of teaching children to compete," he said. "We have been depriving children of the normal, noncompetitive forms of social play that are essential for developing a sense of equality, connectedness, and concern for others."
Gray stressed that the kind of "play" that helped hunter-gatherer children develop into cooperative adults is similar to the sort of play that at one time characterized American children's summers and after-school hours in contemporary culture. This play is freely chosen, age-mixed, and, because it is not adult-organized, non-competitive, he said. This "free play" is distinct from leisure pursuits such as video games, watching TV, or structured extracurricular activities and sports. "Even when children are playing nominally competitive games, such as pickup baseball or card games, there is usually relatively little concern for winning," said Gray. "Striving to do well, as individuals or teams, and helping others do well, is all part of the fun. It is the presence of adult supervisors and observers that pushes play in a competitive direction--and if it gets pushed too far in that direction it is no longer truly play."
The most important skill for social life, Gray said, is how to please other people while still fulfilling one's own needs and desires. In self-organized play, he contends, children learn to get along with diverse others, to compromise, and to anticipate and meet others' needs. "To play well," he said, "and to keep others interested in continuing to play with you, you must be able to see the world from the other players' points of view. "Children and teenagers in hunter-gatherer cultures played in this way more or less constantly," he said, "and they developed into extraordinarily cooperative, egalitarian adults. My observations - published in previous articles - indicate that age-mixed free play in our culture, in those places where it can still be found, has all of these qualities."
25 February, 2017
On requests from many parents, another session of "Proactive Parenting" was held on 25th February 2017, at the school premises, which was conducted by Mr. Amitabh Mohan, a leading psychologist, trainer and HRD consultant. It was a full house and an enthralling discussion ensued. Parents, who had attended Mr.Mohan's workshop earlier, shared their experiences and outcomes of implementing some of the strategies in handling children which were discussed in the workshop. Many parents consulted Mr.Mohan personally and sought advice regarding child-behavior.
01 February, 2017
26 January, 2017
Fun, festivities and firsts made 26th January 2017 a very special day for Swarnim this year. The first Sports Meet, the first Republic Day celebrations and the Inauguration of our very own sports field for pre-school took place on this day.
Shri H.P Budhia unfurled the Tricolour as the 2-5 year olds stood in attention while the National Anthem played. Smt & Shri H. P. Budhia then planted a Chhatim tree (Alstonia Scholaris). Maharishi Debendranath Tagore had once offered evening prayers under a Chatim tree. After his meditation he found such immense peace and happiness that he bought 20 bighas of land and named it Shanti Niketan, which later developed into the Vishwa Bharati University. Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore too loved to sit under this tree and teach his students.Since then this tree is associated with learning.
The Chairman declared the sports meet open and released doves symbolizing peace and harmony in our community. This was further portrayed in Circle Time - a unique gesture as the students passed on a hug to each other. On India's 68th Republic Day, there was an assortment of themes for our annual Sports Meet - harmony, diversity and bravery - all of which represent our beautifully rich and diverse motherland. The novelty races began with the Soldier race. This race will teach the children to overcome all obstacles in their life.
The Nursery children dressed up as great Indian leaders like Rani Laxmibai, Gandhiji, Tilak, Netaji, Nehru and Matangini Hajra marched to the tune of Saare Jahan se Acha. This was followed by the "Know your Flag" race and "Know your National Flower" race. The Bride and Bridegroom race left the spectators spellbound with their performances. Each of the races was designed with a learning objective in mind. But parents too were as enthusiastic as their children in the Musical Corner. We were delighted to see even grandparents join in and enjoy themselves. The Sports Meet came to a close with Yoga Display by the students, which was well appreciated by all. May our children grow to be proud citizens, ready to serve the country and take it forward.
13 January, 2017
In our pursuit of betterment and excellence, Swarnim hosted the British Council´s School Programme Overview workshop. Ms. Judith Hembrom, Project Manager - Programmes East India, British Council Division conducted the training workshop for teachers. The workshop focussed on:
Ms. Suman Sood, Director, Mongrace Montessori House, shared her views about the international exchange programmes and the benefits our students will enjoy through collaboration with schools in India and abroad.
We are proud to announce that Swarnim International School is a part of the British Council´s Connecting Classrooms, which is a global education programme for schools. It is designed to help young people become globally aware and competitive in the 21st century.
We are also committed to scale new heights and work for the prestigious Internatioal School Awards in 2017 - 18.
06 January, 2017
A Wellness Camp, in association with Neotia Mediplus, a unit of Bhagirathi a Neotia Woman and Child Care Centre addressed the concerns of parents regarding the physical, psychological and emotional wellbeing of children and the parents
The Headmistress initiated an interactive session to discuss the effect of school culture and climate on students' wellbeing. The session came alive with various hands-on group activities. Parents came up with interesting recipes in two minutes with only two specified vegetables for children's school tiffin. “That’s so true” activity, where each one had to speak of one quality s/he appreciates in oneself and one about the person sitting on the his/her right in the group, showed how difficult it is to praise oneself and others.
Ms. Biswas pointed out that Swarnim children learn through such engaging games and activities in their classes. She stressed that to cope with high expectations and more advanced curricula, students need a caring school environment and support from the people with whom they interact in school.
Mr. Amitabh Mohan, renowned psychologist and trainer, spoke about how to balance expectations in relationships. Parents also consulted him personally on child-related issues.
Dr. Amitabha Chowdhury, well-known child specialist, replied to queries from parents regarding children’s health and diet. This was followed by a general health check-up ranging from pediatrics, dental and level of blood sugar to consultation with a dietician for both the students of Swarnim and their parents. Much to our delight requests poured in from parents for more such worthwhile sessions.
23 December, 2016
Play teaches a child so much - from sharing to helping others to appreciating nature to observation to taking risks to even negotiation skills .
03 December, 2016
Parents told us they find it difficult to make their children eat fruits. So at school, we declared a Fruit Week. Each child was to bring a fruit for her tiffin every day “if she wanted to get a smiley on her fruit chart”; and the one who would get five smileys in five days will become a “Fruit Champ”. Guess what! Parents were asked by the kids to buy a fruit every day. Children were eager to eat those as soon as the bell for break time rang; a smiley was a reason but the fun of eating with friend as they sang fruit rhymes and be a teacher’s pet were the other reasons. Everyone got a Fruity Friend – a quirky orange with a hat - as a gift from the school. Fruit Champs displayed their badges proudly and waited for another fruit in their tiffin boxes next day.
02 December, 2016
An orientation programme for newly admitted students was conducted by the Headmistress on 2nd December. This was the 3rd orientation programme for the 2016-2017 academic session. It is important that a strong partnership between home and school is formed at the very beginning of a child’s school life. The changing scenario of education, the mission and vision of the school, innovative teaching methodologies, discipline in school and a few rules to be adhered to were the main points of discussion. The session concluded with a question and answer session where the Headmistress replied to queries ranging from children’s behavioural issues to digitalisation of education. It was heartening to see Fathers also attend the Parent orientation, displaying a growing trend of shared responsibility in parenting.
29 November, 2016
We had Doctors and Nurses, Policemen and Army Jawans, Air Hostesses and a Teacher, Vegetable and Fruit sellers and Milkmen in our campus today !!
It was after all a Fancy Dress dedicated to Community Helpers. Children’s excitement, coupled with parents’ enthusiasm, made the event a big success. Children identified different professions by the dresses and the actions. On one hand, this event inspired all to get creative as characters of their choice; on the other it helped them to appreciate the role of community helpers in our lives.
10 November, 2016
Swarnim International School vows to uphold highest standards of integrity and good governance and to promote ethical business practices in conduct of activities by our organisation by adopting the Integrity Pledge.
The Certificate of Commitment appreciating the organisation’s contribution to the cause of eradicating corruption is attached.
17 September, 2016
“The Principal is the nerve centre of school improvement. When principal leadership is strong even the most challenged schools thrive.” - Prof. Michael Fullan.
Leadership roles in schools have undergone a sea change over the years. In the 21st century, the head of the school is not only responsible for school maintenance and academics but plays a bigger role in defining the vision of the school, the attitude of teachers and students and the goals of the community.
To enrich, empower and enlighten the leaders in education, Swarnim International School, in association with HLS India, organized a workshop on “Connective Leadership in Changing Educational Paradigm”
The workshop was conducted by Mr. Amitabh Mohan, Director, HLS India, a leading psychologist, trainer and HRD consultant. The owners, heads and coordinators of various schools attended the workshop. Ms. Swati Sarawagi, Resident Director of Swarnim International School mentioned the importance of leadership that connects individuals to others and others' goals, using a broad spectrum of behavioral strategies.
Mr. Mohan elucidated that connective leadership reaches out beyond its own traditional constituencies to presumed adversaries, using mutual goals, rather than mutual enemies, to create group cohesion and community membership. Much to the amusement of the participants, each one assessed their own leadership styles by filling up a personality inventory.
The session came to an end with an informal interaction among all over tea. Everybody carried back some learning, a small momento and fond memories of a well spent afternoon.
10 September, 2016
Swarnim International School celebrated Grandparents’ Day on Saturday, 10th September. It was a heartwarming sight to see the little children holding their grandparents’ hands and taking them on a tour of the school. For many, it was their first visit to their grandchild’s school. Needless to say they were overwhelmed with pride, joy and love. Their first stop was the "Crafteria" where the handiwork of the students was displayed. Children used various techniques like paper crumbling, palm painting, thread painting, vegetable painting, cotton and sponge dabbing etc.
From here the grandparents were led to the virtual airport set up for socio-dramatic play and then to the Montessori equipments area. Everyone got an idea of the teaching learning style of the school.
More fun was in store as grandparents danced and played games and posed for photographs. The most delightful moment was when their progeny made and served snacks for them. Each grandparent left the school premises with a fulfilled heart and a small gift made by their dearest grandchild.
05 September, 2016
Swarnim International School celebrated Teachers’ Day with a unique gesture by giving a platform to everyone to wish their teachers on this special day.
Swarnim International put up flexes from the 3rd to 6th of September across the city, where people could write messages for their teachers. The influence of a teacher is over a lifetime and it was evident as people of all ages proclaimed their indebtedness to their teachers.
These were the quotes that reminded citizens from all walks of life about the importance of teachers in their lives:
‘A good teacher is like a candle it consumes itself to light the way for others. Ideal teachers are those who use themselves as bridges over which they invite their students to cross. Then having facilitated their crossing, they joyfully collapse, encouraging them to create bridges of their own.’ – Dr. S. Radhakrishnan.
‘Teaching is a very noble profession that shapes the character, caliber and future of an individual. If the people remember as a good teacher, that will be the biggest honour for me.’ – Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam.
‘The highest education is that which does not merely give us information but makes our life in harmony with all existence.’ – Rabindranath Tagore.
27 August, 2016
Ms. Uma Kundu conducted a workshop exclusively for Swarnim teachers on 27th August.
Ms.Kundu, a teacher for more than 30 years, was nominated for the Innovative Teacher-TOI Award for her constant endeavour to inculcate and encourage creativity in students. A passionate photographer too, recently one of her photographs was highly appreciated in the Photography Exhibition -Tradition of Bengal organized by I&CA Department, Govt. of West Bengal.
Ms Kundu outlined the importance of Socio - dramatic play as a part of the learning process. The teachers received training on how to re-create a life like environment in the classroom with available resources. The focus was on 'how' to plan a socio-dramatic play rather than 'what' they should do. The teachers' enthusiasm showed on their faces as they played out self- designated roles at the airport setting that they created and enjoyed themselves as much as our students would do.
15 August, 2016
Swarnim celebrated the 70th Independence Day at its premises. The Headmistress hoisted the flag in the presence of the students, parents and teachers. The toddlers looked resplendent with tricolor sashes and wristbands as they waved their flags to the rhyme “We are Indians”.
12 August, 2016
As the Olympic Games unfolded in Rio, our little ones enjoyed their own Olympic Games in their school. The teachers planned four innovative games based on the Olympic Theme – Olympic Ring Puzzle, Olympic Gems Rings, Throw Ball through the Rings and Olympic Popcorn Torch.
06 August, 2016
SwarnimInternational School organized a medley of extra-curricular activities for 2-12 year old children at their school premises on Saturday, the 6th of August. The variety of activities ranged from creative dance by Padatik, abacus by UCMAS to innovative vocabulary building by Vocaboom and learning design technology by Little ArKidtects using LEGO Education Kit. The well chosen activities pertained to building creativity, calculation, communication and concept respectively. Over 100 children and their parents enjoyed themselves as they hopped from one activity to the other.
The workshop reiterates the fact that Swarnim International School emphasizes on learning by doing and lives up to its claim that Learning is spelt 'F-U- N' here.
15 July, 2016
What a lovely sight when children laugh their heart out and enjoy themselves oblivious to the complexities of the adult world!! The rains knew that they have to pour on 15th July morning because it was Monsoon Magic for Swarnim kids. This was their first experience of water play. Those who were a bit hesitant to go into the water in the beginning took only a few minutes to shed their inhibitions and have fun with their friends. A few who did not take to the pool, floated paper boats and enjoyed getting wet by an elephant sprinkler.
08 July, 2016
'If your child is your priority /Do not miss this opportunity’ ' is what the Swarnim International School claimed for the workshop on Proactive Parenting held on 8th July at the school premises. Mr. Amitabh Mohan, a leading psychologist, trainer and HRD consultant conducted the session with very enthusiastic inputs from the audience which comprised of parents, teachers and coordinators of schools. In the rapidly changing world, the importance of the role of parents in the upbringing of a child has remained stable. But the styles of parenting the 21st century child need to be revisited, reviewed and refreshed constantly. Mr. Mohan elaborated on the two “ingredients” of parenting – love and limit, and how the ratio of love and limit determines the style of parenting and the outcome.
01 July, 2016
The birth and death anniversary of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy is commemorated as the National Doctor’s Day all over the country. Our little ones made posters to thank their doctors. A few students visited the Doctor’s Clinics to wish them.
03 June, 2016
We organized a Summer Camp – Mowgli, Me n More, at our school campus from 30th May to 3rd June. The theme was Jungle Book as children would be able to identify with it. Mowgli represents the bridge between the complex human world and the simple natural world. This sensitized the children about peaceful coexistence in diversity. The schedule included creative craft, non-fire cooking, nature tour, and dance for children of 7 to 11 years. In another category comprising of children of 2 to 6 years, there were rock climbing, mask making, bunny rabbits and learning to jig and jog. Children from various schools joined the summer camp and enjoyed it thoroughly.
09 May, 2016
The pre-school section alone is spread across 8,000sqfeet of the campus in Sonarpur Colourful classrooms and a well stocked activity room, complete with a trampoline, will keep the children busy while more amenities - a sand pit and splash pool - come up. At present, it's just three hours of knowledge time (8.30am to 11.30am) for the playgroup, nursery upper and lower kindergarten students, with five teachers and eight CCTV cameras watching their every step.
One of the first international schools to come up in the area, Swarnim is the brain child of its founder –chairman H.P. Budhia of the Patton Group of Industries. It aims at providing children with holistic education in a healthy, inclusive environment.
06 May, 2016
On 6th May, the students and staff of Swarnim International Preschool paid tribute to Kabiguru Rabindranath Tagore through dance and poems to commemorate Tagore’s 155th birth anniversary. The toddlers, Bhumika and Pratyusha swayed like flowers to the evergreen Rabindrasangeet, “Phulephule,dhole dhole” . Little Rishan recited a few lines from Tagore’s poem. Teachers too put up a beautiful dance performance.
8th May is Mother’s Day. Though for children, every day is Mother’s Day. Their mothers are the world to them. Our students marched with banners proclaiming “I love you, Mummy” and each child gave a card with his/her handprint to his/her mother. Needless to say, mothers were overwhelmed by this gesture.
15 April, 2016
Swarnim International School held a two- day long carnival replete with colours, music, creativity and gaiety at its premises on the 15th and 16th of April. Children enjoyed the story telling sessions, craft and clay modelling workshops. The drawing and dance competitions kindled creativity and outstanding participants were given attractive prizes. The biggest attraction was the ‘Book Fair” with not only colourful books for joyous reading but also “Talking Books”. Children and grown-ups were equally fascinated by this novel concept of books reading aloud!!!
14 April, 2016
Swarnim International School opened its doors on the auspicious occasion of Poila Baisakh – heralding in a new ‘golden’ beginning on Bengali New Year for the residents of Kolkata. Dr. Pallab Das, the Chairman of the Rajpur- Sonarpur Municipality, graced the occasion.
Saraswati Ma, the Goddess of Learning, venerated by all alike, was asked to lend her wisdom and grace to all who become part of the Swarnim family.