Press Release
South Mumbai's Reputed International School launches 'Book Buggy - Library on Wheels' to foster Literacy among Underprivileged Children
In a noteworthy initiative, D Y Patil International School, Worli, celebrated the launch of their 'Book Buggy' (Library on Wheels) project, aiming to promote literacy among underprivileged children on the occasion of their Founder & Chairman Dr Ajeenkya D Y Patil, who envisions a world where education becomes the cornerstone of social transformation. The event, held on December 20th 2023, witnessed a blend of academic accomplishments and a commitment to social responsibility.
PTA members and Grade 12 IBDP students were invited to cut the ribbon, officially inaugurating the Book Buggy—a mobile library on wheels designed to overcome barriers to education posed by the high cost of books. This often acts as a significant barrier to quality education for our underprivileged children thus obstructing them from developing a love for reading, acquiring knowledge on diverse subjects, and expanding their horizons. In an effort to support these children, the IBDP students of D Y Patil International School, Worli had launched a book collection drive amongst the school community and also raised funds to buy books by organising various events.
The highlight of the day was the Book Buggy ride, symbolizing the beginning of its journey to spread the joy of reading. Ms. Kinnari Shah (Head of School), the driving force behind the project, shared the vision of bringing quality education to underprivileged children. Ex-Head Boy Dheer Jhaveri and Head Girl Tanushree Taparia conveyed their expectations for future batches, emphasizing the importance of giving back to the community and developing empathy. The event concluded with the Grade 11 IBDP students calling out the community to continue supporting literacy and make a difference.
As the Book Buggy embarks on its journey, it symbolizes not only the gift of knowledge but also the commitment of D Y Patil International School to shaping a brighter future through education and philanthropy.
Times School Survey 2021 (28th October 2021)
Schools have reopened: Are You Ready?
Life during the pandemic was difficult for parents and children alike. The return to school is important and hopefully a welcome step. Going back to school will probably look a little different from what parents and children were used to before.
In the current situation, parents are still in the dilemma of whether to send their kids to school or not? The overall number of covid cases is decreasing but children of all age groups are not yet eligible for vaccination which is a major concern for parents.
However, most reputed psychiatrists and psychologists have been emphasising on cognitive, emotional, and social benefits of sending the kids to school. The parents eventually need to prepare their children for the offline world by teaching about self-care and covid hygiene protocols. They should encourage sharing practices and discuss a day at school with a kid and make them feel comfortable. Further, parents should not hesitate to ask for any help from teachers or counsellors.
Similarly, schools must help students with this transition. The first step for schools is to try & arrange the vaccination drive for their students on priority. Recently, D Y Patil International School, Worli has successfully arranged a vaccination drive for its students (age 15 & above) in collaboration with the BMC.
Secondly, schools should focus more on helping students settle down rather than completing portions. Students are eager to resume their learning at school. A grade 5 student, Ms. Tarini Kabra, from D Y Patil International School, Worli said “I was eager to get out of my little burrow and enter my school world. The offline class was a fantabulous experience to finally meet my wondrous peers and mentors”.
Further, the school must train teachers to be sensitive to the emotional and social needs of the learners and that is what D Y Patil International School, Worli is doing since the start of the pandemic by conducting classes with the help of their teachers and mentoring students to deal with anxiety. Incorporating playtime in the initial few days is essential for students' comfort especially for the younger kids as they are going to be away from home after a long time. This will help learners adjust to the offline learning transition. At last, the teachers must reiterate essential agreements in the class considering the covid safety protocols.
It is now time for parents to be optimistic and stay assured that their kids will be happier, freer, and will perform at their optimum in school.
Times School Survey 2021 (28th October 2021)
Rebooting Education with next-generation expertise
D Y Patil International School, Worli was established in the year 2008, with a vision to become an aspiring school that will help students to gain self-confidence, accomplish goals, develop life skills to become future leaders. Over a decade, this has been possible with all the necessary support given by Ajeenkya D Y Patil Group in terms of well-qualified, highly skilled, and approachable teachers and staff. The Chairman, Dr. Ajeenkya D Y Patil believes that students should focus on absorbing knowledge with evolving technology rather than focusing on getting good grades.
At DYPIS Worli, the students are trained for life with problem-solving abilities, and decision-making capabilities to become global leaders. Students learn to think both critically and creatively. The development is holistic; academic, creative, social, physical, and emotional; which aims to create prolific individuals and conscientious world citizens.
Considering the varying needs and aspirations of our students, DYPIS, Worli has launched Cambridge AS & A Levels Programme (Grade 11 & 12) for the academic year 2022-23. The school offers programmes from playgroups to sr. kg (IB). Grade 1 to 5 (IB), Grade 6 to 8 (Cambridge Lower Secondary), Grade 9 & 10 (Cambridge IGCSE), Grade 11 & 12 (IBDP or A Levels) Ms. Kinnari Shah, Head of School, believes in promoting not only academic excellence but also the social, mental, and emotional well-being of the students. The curriculum has been redesigned under her mentorship to meet the changed requirements of the students.
The school has always been integrating technology successfully in daily teaching and learning. This proved to be extremely beneficial in the virtual world as the teachers employed Google Apps for Education to improve learning and teaching (GAFE) effectively. They have strategically used engagement platforms like Kahoot, Bitmojis, various online quiz apps, Pear Deck, Flipgrid, etc. in their lesson plans that helped students for enriched classroom learning.
DYPIS, Worli is recognised for hosting an array of academic and non-academic events to provide fulfilling learning experiences to the students. The school successfully hosted virtual events like Annual Sports Meet, DYPMUN, Career Fair, PYP Exhibition, Student-Led Conference, Investiture Ceremony, TED-Ed Students Talk, Junior MUN, Scholars Summit, and several webinars for students and parents.
The School Management believes in establishing a stronger partnership between the parents and the teachers to continue to articulate enriching learning experiences for the students. With these continuous and collaborative efforts, recently, D Y Patil International School, Worli was recognised as the ‘Top Best International School in Online Class management’ in South Mumbai & Midtown by the ‘Times Education Online School Survey 2021’. The school was also ranked as 3rd best school in the International Curriculum - South Mumbai & Midtown Bandra and 6th Best International School in Mumbai by Times School Survey 2020.
As lockdowns ease and schools start to reopen across Mumbai for Grades 8 to 12, the school has geared up to welcome the students back to school. Students at DYPIS, Worli are confident to be leaders in a digital-first world that will demand new skills and new ways of thinking. The school perceives pandemic as an opportunity to redefine the learning space and equip the students with skills that will make them future-ready.
Currently, the school follows the ‘Hybrid Learning Model’ where students are learning in offline & online mode simultaneously. This allows students a safe learning environment, improved flexibility, increased access to learning, reduced screen time, and absenteeism. DYPIS, Worli has also modified its assessment structure as per the hybrid learning module and looks forward to implementing it to ensure the most effective outcomes from both students and teachers.
Times Online Education School Survey 2021 (9th July 2021)
DYPIS Worli adopts Unique Virtual Learning Methods with best practices of IB & CAIE
D Y Patil International School, Worli has been recognised as ‘Top Best International Board School in Online Class Management’ by Times Online Education School Survey 2021. This was possible as the school had adopted unique virtual methods in their teaching pedagogy.
D Y Patil International School, Worli was established in the year 2008 with a vision to become the aspiring school for students that will help them to gain self-confidence, personal accomplishment, lifelong learners and transform them into future leaders. At DYPIS Worli, the varying needs of students are given the utmost importance to endorse a conducive learning atmosphere that helps to derive their understanding and with this, the school has adopted the best practices from the combination of International Baccalaureate (IB) and Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE).
One of the most important things the school focuses on is inquiry-based learning with an aim to build an attitude of life-long learning amongst students as well as faculty members. By fostering critical thinking through the inquiry process, students here develop a broad range of competencies for their future endeavours. The school focuses on the holistic development of students, and to achieve the same, it provides them with interactive audio-visual technology and boards to enhance their learning as well as engage them in various extra-curricular activities such as Students Sports Competition, Drama, MUN Conference, Faculty- Seminar Workshop, Spelling Bee, GK Quiz Competition, etc. This is supported by a group of faculties who are trained in teaching under IB and CIE. Many teachers are also certified examiners under these two boards. Another reason why D Y Patil International, Worli is reputed and respected is because the school sees parents as its partners. Regular interactions with parents through formal and informal meetings such as coffee mornings have helped build a warm relationship between the two parties.
DYPIS Worli is also introducing Cambridge AS & A Levels from the Academic Year 2022-23. With this, the students of grade 10 will have an option to choose from IBDP or Cambridge AS & A Levels.
DYPIS Worli has implemented innovative teaching methods to deliver online content through a virtual learning platform. It is using Google Apps for Education to improve learning and teaching (GAFE). Teachers infuse real-world experiences into their instructions which make teaching interesting and enriches classroom learning. DYPIS Worli has modified its assessment structure and is moving away from pen-paper written examinations. They have strategically used engagement platforms like hyperdocs, Bitmojis, various online quiz apps, Pear Deck, Flipgrid, etc. in their lesson plans.
The school also hosted a series of successful virtual events like Annual Sports Meet, MUN, Career Fair, PYP Exhibition, Student-Led Conference, Investiture Ceremony, TED-Ed Students Talk, Junior MUN, Scholars Summit, and several webinars for students and parents. As per the IB evaluation, 92% of IB practices followed at school either meet with or exceed the IB expectations. The school was also ranked as 3rd best school in the International Curriculum - South Mumbai & Midtown Bandra Zone by Times School Survey 2020.
Times School Survey 2020
Nestled right opposite the Arabian sea on the Worli sea link in Mumbai is where you will find D Y Patil International school, Worli. A place where excellence is way of life D Y Patil International, Worli stands out among many. School takes pride in the fact that it is a part of the prestigious Ajeenkya D Y Patil Group who are one of the most renowned educational pioneers. Their expertise, visionary ideas and their dedication towards changing education for the better is unparalleled.
D Y Patil International school is affiliated with the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) and Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) and has been authorized to run the PYP, IBDP, CSL and IGCSE programme. The school is also a GAFE school (Google app for education) and features spacious science rooms, art studio and classrooms equipped with inquiry.
One of the most important things the school focuses on is inquiry-based learning with an aim to build an attitude of life-long learning amongst students as well as faculty members. By fostering critical thinking through the inquiry process, students here develop a broad range of competencies for their future endeavours. The school focuses on the holistic development of students, and to achieve the same, it provides them with interactive audio-visual technology and boards to enhance their learning as well as engage them in various extra-curricular activities such as Students Sports Competition, Drama, MUN Conference, Faculty- Seminar Workshop, Spelling Bee, GK Quiz Competition, etc. This is supported by a group of faculties who are trained in teaching under IB and CIE. Many teachers are also certified examiners under these two boards. Another reason why D Y Patil International, Worli is reputed and respected is because the school sees parents as its partners. Regular interactions with parents through formal and informal meetings such as coffee mornings have helped build a warm relationship between the two parties.
Most importantly, D Y Patil International School, Worli not only ensure that students evolve as learners but that they feel safe, happy and involved in the school environment and see the school as their second home. School is proud to say that members of the D Y Patil alumni are in some of the most prestigious positions in various industries across the world. In the present situation where we are confined within the four walls of our homes due to pandemic, school didn’t back out and compromised on students’ education. School quickly adapted to online teaching and although this virtual set up was daunting for many teachers, school supported them with virtual teaching trainings. This only proves that even at times of distress D Y Patil International School, Worli exhibits courage and acts as an inspiration to students, parents, teachers and other members of the society.
Students of DYPIS, Worli raise over INR 35 Lakhs for people impacted by Covid-19
The students of D Y Patil International School, Worli in association with the Alpha Urbane Project have raised over INR 35 Lakhs for Habitat for Humanity India to provide family essential kits and hygiene kits to thousands impacted by Covid-19. The Covid-19 pandemic has engulfed the entire world. Rapid spread and lack of vaccines have made it difficult to curtail the disease. Our heart goes out to the millions of families in the country who still lack the essential items required for survival amidst the national lockdown. Habitat for Humanity India is supporting families and individuals living in vulnerable conditions with no safety net by providing them with essential goods and hygiene items. Habitat's Hygiene Kits and Family Essential Kits provide families with essential goods which meet their basic needs. However, the need is immense. There are daily wage labourers, slum dwellers, people living in slums and other distressed communities who need your help. Many of them are starving. Even though the Government is taking commendable measures to reach out to the vulnerable families, the need is immense. As an extension to this, the students of D Y Patil International School, Worli have stepped in to sensitise and raise awareness and funds for the initiative taken by Habitat for Humanity India. The students are leveraging the social media platforms to mobilise support for their noble cause. In addition, platform Ketto has been useful for the students in reaching to philanthropists and donors. Within a short span of time, our students were able to raise over 35 lakhs from the public, and the amount is increasing on a daily basis. Encouraged by the response, the students have decided to intensify their campaign to raise more funds to ensure that a greater number of families are benefitted. The status of funds raised by our students are updated in no time on http://dypis.ketto.org/ The students aim to raise INR 40 Lakhs to reach out to families impacted by Covid-19 with essential goods and hygiene items.
Overwhelming response to University Fair
A brilliant effort by D Y Patil International school Worli resulted in an overwhelming response to University Fair, with many universities from various continents in attendance. D Y Patil International school Worli, part of the prestigious Dr. Ajeenkya D Y Patil group was the driving force behind this mega event, that saw the presence of Singer Shaan, Dr Ajeenkya D Y Patil, Dr Indu Shahani, Dilip Chhabria, Viveck Shettyy, Dr Pratibha Jain, Ryan Pereira and Vedang Patel as panelist and speakers. Richard Mc Donald, Executive Director, Aiglon College, Switzerland did the honors as the Chief Guest for this high profile gathering. An engrossing panel discussion saw Dr. Ajeenkya D Y Patil waxing eloquent on the pros and cons of technology in a rapidly changing world and he also brought into sharp focus the need for continuous innovation. Dr. Indu Shahani opined that we need to graduate from Make in India, Digital India to Education in India. Shaan was literally on a song as he advised one and all to recognize and acknowledge their inner calling and not succumb to an escapist methodology while choosing careers. Automobile expert Dilip Chhabria strongly emphasized that it is passion and only passion that elevates careers to a higher orbit and ensures that every single day of the week is a joyful experience. Chief guest Richard Mc Donald, Executive Director, Aiglon College, Switzerland, drew the attention of the audience on the importance of stepping out of their comfort zones while retaining the great character and adapting to a world that would be strongly influenced by Artificial intelligence. Viveck Shettyy, Life Coach and Motivational Speaker, in his break out session dwelled at length on the need of an inclusive and joyful environment for students to achieve peak potential. Dr. Pratibha Jain combined her experience, expertise, and wisdom to advise students on right decision making while pursuing higher education abroad. Vedang Patel inspired the gathering with real-life stories of Jack Ma and asserted the need to keep trying irrespective of failures. Ryan Pereira, Regional Officer at the United States—India Educational Foundation stated that patience was the key when it comes to choosing the right university and also emphasized the need to choose universities as per individual skill sets Audience participation and enthusiasm was at its peak right through this daylong event. Many students and parents found answers to their long-standing questions and hopefully it is these very answers that will pave the way for a brighter future.
Dandiya for a Cause
In keeping with the traditional philanthropic values of the D Y Patil Family, the D Y Patil International School, Worli ensured that their Dandiya Utsav 2019 was another feather in the cap to this glorious tradition. The students partnered with Project Chirag, to help bring their ‘Light for All’ project to fruition. The Dandiya Utsav 2019 helped raise funds for the NGO Project Chirag, an initiative of Chirag Rural Development Foundation, one of India’s largest youth-driven initiatives providing solar lighting to villages that have no access to grid electricity. With support from Philanthropists, Trusts, Universities and the Business Community they are able to translate their dreams into reality. Students and Parents alike participated with great fanfare and enthusiasm and Harshit Parikh was crowned the Male Best Dancer in the student category. The fun and entertainment quotient was high at this event with exciting activity stalls like balloon shooting, tattoo/face painting, hair braiding, glitter mehendi, lac bangle stall, diya painting and photo booth.
X-Mas X-Citement at the D Y Patil International School, Worli
X-Mas X-Citement, the annual Christmas Celebration at the D Y Patil International School (DYPIS), Worli was a gala, fun-filled event. The event was held on 14th December at the DY Patil International School (DYPIS), Worli. This mega event was open to one and all. From Mini Train Rides to Bull Rides, Rock Climbing to a jumping experience on the Moon Walker, these exclusive games were specially conceived and designed for the festive season and were extremely high on the adventure quotient. A series of performances like Carol Singing, Santas Letter Reading and a Live Band was specially lined up for this grand occasion. The Food stalls and the Art stalls captured the imagination of one and all with the rich variety of items on offer. Canvas Shoe Painting and Sand Bottle Art were the extremely tempting stalls in the art section. Live DJ music, Movie screenings, and Karaoke were also the highlights of this grand celebration.
Blood Donation and Organ Donation Drive
As a part of our CAS programme, D Y Patil International School Worlli gave back to the community with their Blood Donation Drive initiative in their Joy of Giving week . The drive was help in the school premises on the ground floor. The school teamed up with Tata Memorial Hospital to successfully execute their initiative. Tata Memorial Hospital is one of the leading hospitals in India for Cancer treatment. Patients from far and wide as well as neighbouring countries avail specialised services. Cancer patients undergo either surgery or chemotherapy or radiotherapy and during their treatment they need a large number of blood transfusions. Being a tertiary cancer care centre, blood requirement is considerable at 125 to 150 units per day. All the parents and their friends and families were invited to participate wholeheartedly and help the school in their bid to give back to the society. The standard protocols for blood donation were followed and every donor underwent a brief medical examination to assess fitness for blood donation. Only disposable items were used during blood collection.
Zurich’s FIFA museum holds city’s 40-year-old Inter Club Parish Trophy
DYPIS Worli is proud to announce that our Sports Facilitator & Football Coach, Mr Hanzel Fernandez (who is in his 11th year with D Y Patil International School) and his 40 year old Runners- up Inter - Club Parish trophy have been felicitated by the FIFA World Football Museum in Zurich, Switzerland. This feat was accomplished on the merit of his daughter Kimberly Fernandez, an accomplished National level football and basketball player herself. She entered the FIFA Fan Movement contest ‘Eleven Objects' from around the world to be placed in the museum. In her video for the contest, she proudly spoke of her father's positive influence in shaping her into the human being she is today. Last year, Ms Kimberly was one of the 4 winners of 'The Best FIFA Football Award' where she met star players like Lionel Messi and World Women player of the year Megan Rapinoe and coaches like Jose Mourinho and other legends. Wishing Mr Hanzel and Ms Kimberly the best.
