HT Top Schools (Navi Mumbai): 3. Avalon Heights International School, Groma Marg, Vashi

The school received ICSE affiliation in 2008 and the first batch of ICSE students passed out in 2011, with an average score of 75% and above

www.avalonheights.org

Navi Mumbai _October_01_ Avalon Heights International School vashi, Navi Mumbai _October_1st Monday_ 2013 - Photos: Bachchan kumar (Hindustan Times)

History: It started as a pre-school in 1997. The school received ICSE affiliation in 2008 and the first batch of ICSE students passed out in 2011, with an average score of 75% and above

Unique Features: The school moves from individual teaching-learning processes to group processes with emphasis on cooperative learning. Apart from regular classes and academics, the school also focuses on meditation and holds a silent hour for students every week

Quote: We focus on transforming and not just information. Our teachers are not mere tutors, but genuine mentors to students -- Simi Sharma, principal

Board: ICSE

Annual Fee: Rs95,168

Students: 1,186

Student-Teacher ratio: 10:1

Highest ratings for: Breadth of vision, life skills education, safety health and hygiene, teacher-student relationship