HT Top School (South): 5. GD SOMANI MEMORIAL SCHOOL

G D Somani memorial school was established in July 1975 by well-known industrialists and philanthropists, the late Sarvashri B D Somani and G D Somani

G D Somani Marg, Cuffe Parade

www.gdsomani.org

History: G D Somani memorial school was established in July 1975 by well-known industrialists and philanthropists, the late Sarvashri B D Somani and G D Somani. The school started with 250 students, and today has approximately 1,350 students. Initially, it was affiliated to the SSC stream of the Maharashtra State Board, but in 2000, it sought affiliation of the ICSE board on the request of parents.

Unique Features: The curriculum is made vibrant by the active involvement of students in project work, experiments and assignments related to creativity and research. Co-curricular activities are planned for students of all ages and grades are calculated taking into consideration academics, literary, cultural, discipline, punctuality, regularity to class and social interaction skills.

Board: ICSE

Annual Fee: Rs1,20,000/-

Students: 1,350

Student-teacher ratio: 20:1

“Our school has adopted a pedagogy that caters to the constant changing challenges both in society and place of work. Our teachers are empowered with simple yet innovative learning strategies that help them mould and teach effectively and generate the power of learning in students. Supporting academics with a correct value system and instilling the power of thinking so our students become adults with integrity, learn to shoulder responsibilities and contribute positively to achieve a desirable future.”

—Brian Seymour, principal

Highest Ratings: Attitude towards learning, teachers, cultural activities