Hitting the Right Notes at Idole Indienne
Our Middle Years students brought la musique française to life at the French Singing Competition – Idole Indienne, competing in the 12–18 age category as the youngest participants in the group. With confidence and flair, they delivered impressive performances that stood out in a highly competitive field.
We’re especially proud of Dhvani Kailas (MY2), who won 3rd place, earning a trophy, certificate, and gift. Harshini Dixit (MY2) and Aradhana Amarnath (MY3) were also recognised with certificates and presents for their spirited performances.
Their achievement reflects not just their musical talent, but also the growing love for languages and cultures that defines our school community. Félicitations!
Celebrating Freedom and Values That Endure
This Independence Day, our students filled the campus with music, pride, and patriotism as they sang songs that celebrated the spirit of India. The highlight of the morning was the theatre performance Ali’s Favourite Biryani — a heartwarming skit that had recently won second place at an interschool competition. The young actors once again captivated their audience of parents, teachers, and peers with their moving performance and expressive storytelling.
Our Principal, Ms. Padmini, addressed the gathering with the story of a young boy who chose courage and integrity over surrender during the struggle for independence. She reminded everyone that while we may live in a fast-changing digital world, the timeless values of bravery, honesty, and resilience must continue to guide us.
Adding a special touch to the celebration, our Korean students marked their own Independence Day with a speech delivered in Korean and translated into English by a peer — a powerful gesture of unity in diversity.
The morning was a beautiful reflection of who we are as a community — rooted in values, connected across cultures, and inspired by the enduring idea of freedom.
Celebrating Excellence in the Arts
Our Middle Years students continue to shine on stage, bringing pride and joy to our school community through their remarkable performances.
At the DAV Culturals, our theatre team set the stage ablaze with an extraordinary act, standing out among 12 schools and over 200 talented performers to secure an impressive 2nd place. A special shoutout to Viraansh Baid, who was awarded Best Actor, and to the team for also earning recognition for Best Lighting—a true reflection of their collective artistry and teamwork.
Meanwhile, at the Babaji Vidhyashram Culturals, Dhvani Kailas captivated hearts with her soulful solo performance, earning a well-deserved 1st place in the Solo Singing category.
These achievements speak volumes about our students’ creativity, dedication, and passion—and about the mentorship and encouragement they receive from our educators. Congratulations to all who contributed to these shining moments of success!
Let’s Talk Tweens: Bridging Understanding, Building Connection
As children step into their pre-teen years, they begin a journey of self-discovery — one filled with curiosity, change, and sometimes confusion. Recognising the importance of this phase, our school hosted Let’s Talk Tweens, an engaging parent session designed to open conversations about the evolving emotional, social, and cognitive world of children aged 10 to 13.
The session explored how tweens begin to seek independence while still needing the comfort of guidance, how friendships gain new depth, and how emotions grow more layered. Through real-life examples, discussions, and reflective prompts, parents unpacked what it means to raise a tween in today’s fast-paced, hyper-connected world.
The session also focused on practical strategies — listening without judgment, setting boundaries with empathy, and nurturing confidence through trust and communication. It was heartening to see parents share stories, questions, and even laughter as they connected through shared experiences.
At its core, Let’s Talk Tweens celebrated partnership — between home and school, and between parents and children — to ensure that this critical stage becomes one of growth, not growing pains. Because when adults listen, guide, and grow with their tweens, they create a foundation of resilience and understanding that lasts well beyond the middle years.
This initiative is part of our ongoing efforts by the School Counselling Team and the Parent Partnership Office to strengthen collaboration and dialogue between families and educators — fostering a community where every child feels understood, supported, and empowered to thrive.
Anbudan 2025: A Celebration of Gratitude
Every act of kindness strengthens the threads that bind a community. Anbudan — meaning “with love” — is one such moment of togetherness at Shiv Nadar School, Chennai.
Our annual gratitude initiative, Anbudan 2025, was a heartfelt celebration dedicated to the pillars of our school — our support staff, lovingly called Akkas and Annas. These are the individuals who quietly ensure that every classroom is ready for learning, every corridor is safe, and every corner of our campus feels welcoming.
In a touching gesture, students personally handed over thoughtfully prepared bags of goodies to them, sharing smiles, laughter, and words of thanks.
Families contributed generously to this annual initiative, while students expressed their love through handmade notes and warm interactions. The day reflected the compassion, empathy, and sense of belonging that define our school community — reminding us that appreciation, when expressed with love, builds lasting connections.
Anbudan stands as a reminder that compassion is not an event but a way of being. It reflects the very essence of our school culture — one that celebrates empathy, respect, and shared humanity.
Pranit Rastogi Shines at World Cadet Chess Championship 2025 – Secures 4th Place for India
Pranit Rastogi, a Grade 3 student at Shiv Nadar School, Faridabad, represented India at the prestigious World Cadet Chess Championship 2025, held in Rhodes, Greece, this April.
Pranit delivered an outstanding performance, finishing 4th in the Under-8 category and standing joint third based on points. He was the only Indian player to secure a spot in the Top 4 of this global championship.
In recognition of his remarkable achievement, Pranit Rastogi has been invited to be felicitated on June 13th by Ms. Kiran Chopra (Chairperson, Punjab Kesari Group) and Shri Vipul Goyal (Cabinet Minister, Government of Haryana).
Inter-School Table Tennis Championship 2025
Our Table Tennis Stars Shine Bright!
We are incredibly proud to announce the outstanding achievements of our students at the Inter-School Table Tennis Championship, 2025, held at The Kunskapsskolan International School, Gurgaon.
Our students showcased remarkable skill and determination, bringing home multiple medals:
- Keshava Vasudev (Grade 5) - Silver Medal in the Under-12 Boys category.
- Abheet Gulati (Grade 11) - Silver Medal in the Under-17 Boys category.
- Pratyush Pande (Grade 11) - Bronze Medal in the Under-17 Boys category.
Congratulations to our talented players! We wish the entire team the very best for their future endeavours.
School Games District Tournament Gymnastics U-14 Girls
We are thrilled to announce that Seerat Vashisht, a talented student from Grade 7, has delivered an exceptional and winning performance at the recent SGFI Gymnastics Championship.
Competing against more than 20 gymnasts from 15 different schools, Seerat demonstrated remarkable skill and dedication, securing the first position in the Under-14 Girls category.
Her hard work and commitment have made the entire school proud. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Seerat on this outstanding achievement!
Aayra Kakkar Shines at National Kickboxing Championship 2025
Aayra Kakkar, student of Grade 6 Corbett, has once again made the school proud by winning Gold and Silver medals at the National Kickboxing Championship 2025 held in Chennai from 27th to 31st August 2025.
Representing Haryana, Aayra competed in the 10–12 years, –37 kg category and showcased remarkable skill and determination. She secured:
- Gold Medal in Point Fight
- Silver Medal in Light Contact
Her performance in the Point Fight category was exceptional, with scores across five matches as follows:
- Fight 1: 11–0
- Fight 2: 11–0
- Fight 3: 8–0
- Fight 4: 7–2
- Fight 5: 13–8
We congratulate Aayra on her outstanding achievement and for bringing laurels to the school.
Aadya Kakkar Strikes Gold and Bronze at Nationals
Aadya Kakkar, student of Grade 3 Kanha, has achieved a remarkable feat by winning Gold and Bronze medals at the National Kickboxing Championship 2025, held in Chennai from 27th to 31st August 2025.
Representing Haryana, Aadya showcased grit and determination in the 7–9 years, –27 kg Children’s category, securing:
- Gold Medal in Team Point Fight
- Bronze Medal in Point Fight
We are proud of Aadya’s outstanding achievement and congratulate her for bringing laurels to the school.