Basil Woods Institutions: Shaping the Future of Education

‘Basil Woods Institutions’ conceived by the team of ISKCON Bangalore, is a beacon of quality education. Inspired by the teachings of His Grace AC Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the exemplary ambassador of Indian culture and wisdom, the mission of Basil Woods is to provide a transformative learning experience for gen-smart learners, with the best-in-class academic environment rooted in foundational Indian values and universal ethics.

Today, with four K-12 schools and eleven preschools across India, together catering to over 3,000 students, Basil Woods is a well-recognized education brand in India.

The eleven preschools spread across India viz. Bangalore, Mangalore, Hyderabad, Bhubaneshwar and Ahmedabad, form the foundation of Basil Woods’ commitment to early childhood education. These preschools provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young learners to explore and discover. The curriculum is designed to cater to the developmental needs of children, ensuring they are well-prepared for their entry into formal education.

The Basil Woods’ K-12 campuses viz. Basil Woods International School in East Bangalore, Basil Woods Nature School in North Bangalore, Basil Woods School in Hyderabad, and one more in Gurugram are designed to foster a love for learning, creativity and innovation among students. A broad and balanced curriculum in each school employs educational strategies that are designed to develop critical thinking, creativity and compassion among its young learners and blend spirituality with modern education. Modern technology integrated with traditional teaching methodologies caters to different learning styles, ensuring that each student achieves his full potential. The curriculum includes Core Academic Subjects, Arts and Humanities, Physical Education, Technology and Innovation and STEM educational programs.

For the first time in India, a unique values and life skills program, ‘Culture Connect’, was introduced by Basil Woods. It aims to lay a strong foundation of Indian culture and values in students. The academic curriculum is supported by various clubs that include modules such as Aerospace, Skating, Robotics, Generative AI, Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship.

All the Basil Woods schools are known for their comprehensive and student-centric approach in an inclusive environment. Each school is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and highly qualified faculty dedicated to nurturing the academic and personal growth of each student. The emphasis is on experiential learning. Academic excellence and extracurricular participation are equally encouraged. Various events and activities are conducted throughout the year to provide students with opportunities to explore their interests and talents. For example, ‘Basil Woods Entrepreneurship Expo’ is an annual event that provides a platform to the students to showcase their talent and innovation. The schools provide more of similar opportunities to its students to explore their fields of interest.

Basil Woods campuses are more than just places of learning – they are vibrant communities where students, teachers and parents work together to create a culture of respect, inclusivity and collaboration, in a supportive environment. Regular parent-teacher meetings, community service programs and extracurricular clubs and activities are integral parts of school life here.

‘Basil Woods’ is a ‘Great Place to Work’ certified institution. Basil Woods Schools have been ranked as Bangalore’s Top Emerging Schools by the Times Schools Survey for 4 consecutive years. The early education initiative, Basil Woods Juniors, won accolades in the International School Awards Dubai. At this pace and passion, the Basil Woods Institution is geared to make history at every stage of its growth.

For more information, please visit basilwoods.in

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