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Awani Singh
Principal
A Note from the Principal
Dear Parents, Students, Teachers and Members of the Gaurs International School Community,
It is with a deep sense of responsibility and great enthusiasm that I welcome you to Gaurs International School, Siddharth Vihar.
Every school has its own character. It is shaped not only by its vision and infrastructure, but by the everyday conversations in its classrooms, the questions children ask, the encouragement given by teachers, the trust of parents and the many small moments through which children grow. I believe that it is this collective spirit that truly makes a school.
For me, education has always been about much more than academic achievement. Of course, strong foundations in learning matter deeply. But so do curiosity, confidence, kindness, resilience, creativity and the ability to think for oneself. The world our children are growing up in is changing rapidly, and our responsibility is to prepare them not simply to keep pace with that world, but to participate in it thoughtfully and purposefully.
I believe children learn best when they are given the opportunity to explore, question, create and experience. A good classroom should therefore leave room for discussion, experimentation and even a few mistakes. Learning should extend beyond textbooks—to the arts, sports, technology, conversations, projects and experiences that help children make sense of the world around them.
At the heart of this is the teacher. I have always believed that a school grows when its teachers grow. Creating a culture where teachers are encouraged to learn, collaborate, innovate and reflect will remain an important part of my work. Equally important is creating an environment in which every child feels known, respected and encouraged to become the best version of themselves.
I also believe strongly in the partnership between school and home. Parents know their children in ways that we cannot, and teachers see dimensions of a child that may not always be visible at home. When these perspectives come together with trust and openness, children benefit the most. I look forward to building that partnership with you—not only in times of celebration, but also in the conversations that help us understand and support our children better.
As I begin this journey at Gaurs International School, my hope is that we build a school where academic excellence is accompanied by humanity; where achievement does not come at the cost of well-being; where children are encouraged to have both roots and wings; and where they gradually develop the confidence to think, the courage to question and the sensitivity to care.
I look forward to knowing our students, working closely with our teachers, listening to our parents and learning from the larger community.
There is much to look forward to, and I am grateful to be a part of this journey.
Warm regards,
Awani Singh
Principal
Gaurs International School, Siddharth Vihar
Leadership & Recognitions
Awani Singh is an educationist and school leader with over 14 years of experience in academic leadership, school administration, curriculum development, teacher development and educational innovation. Her work has consistently focused on creating learning environments that are academically strong, progressive and responsive to the needs of children.
Over the years, she has led academic and institutional initiatives spanning curriculum design, pedagogical innovation, teacher development, student leadership, technology integration and community engagement. She has worked extensively with design thinking, experiential and interdisciplinary learning, blended learning, UI/UX, financial literacy and technology-enabled education.
A strong believer in the role of the arts in education, she has conceptualised and directed school productions across age groups and has worked towards integrating theatre and the arts into the learning process. Her work in this area focuses on developing confidence, communication, collaboration, empathy and emotional intelligence in children.
She has also mentored students in debating, Model United Nations, Olympiads and inter-school programmes, with students earning recognition at prestigious national platforms. Her work with student leadership has centred on encouraging young people to express themselves, engage with contemporary issues and develop the confidence to take initiative.
Awards & Recognitions
- Principal with Exceptional Visionary Leadership — recognised nationally by Q&I, promoted by the India Today Group.
- EduHonours Award — presented by Time2Grow Media for impactful and sustained contribution to education.
- Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert (MIEE) — recognised for innovative, technology-enabled educational practices and educator development.
- CBSE School Innovation Ambassador, 2021 — for promoting innovation in school education.
- Top Ranking in the Innovators Category — Times School Survey 2025.
- GoSharpener Sustainability Superstar Award ’25 — recognising institutional work towards sustainability and environmental responsibility.
- Chief Guest, Kalrav Theatre Festival, January 2026 — in recognition of her contribution to arts-integrated education.
- Featured in FairGaze Scholastic News Magazine for perspectives on holistic education, leadership and student well-being.
- Expert Panelist at national education forums, contributing to conversations around sustainable leadership, green education and nurturing lifelong learners.
Her academic qualifications include an MBA in School Administration from Symbiosis University, an online certification in Leading School Strategy and Innovation from Harvard Business School, a B.Ed. from Jaipur National University, where she was a Silver Medalist with 87%, and a 72-hour CBSE course in Design Thinking and Innovation.
At the centre of her educational philosophy is the belief that a good school should help children become capable, curious and compassionate human beings—not simply successful students.
