Bharati Vidyapeeth’s God’s Valley International School, Maharashtra

Bharati Vidyapeeth God’s Valley International School, Panchgani, Maharashtra is a senior secondary co-ed residential school affiliated with the CBSE and run by Bharati Vidyapeeth. It was founded in 1988 to provide students with knowledge that would prepare them to face the modern and progressive world. The school is part of the BHARATI VIDYAPEETH family, which includes more than 180 educational institutes in India and abroad. It is the realization of Hon’ble Dr. Patangrao Kadam’s dream, whose multifaceted experience in various walks of life has resulted in the establishment of the school. A board of distinguished individuals and faculty members adds their unique views and insights to the school’s everyday activities. The school is located at Panchgani, a hill station at a height of 4300 ft. in the district of Satara, Maharashtra. God’s Valley, as the title implies, is one of the most picturesque locations and is ideal for serious study and personality development training. The school has a vast campus of about 72 acres with two massive playing fields of 7 acres each. The two-tier security system and caring, well-experienced staff provide a safe and free environment for blooming individuals by discovering their hidden talents. It enjoys a well-deserved reputation for excellence in teaching and quality education, along with physical fitness through engaging students in sports activities.

FACILITIES: Academic Block Classes Library Computer Laboratory Art Room Social Science Laboratory Hostels Refectory Medical Help Recreation Staff Quarters Our Vision: “Social Transformation Through Dynamic Education” The Ethos of GVIS: At GVIS, we aim to promote the holistic growth of the students. We take pride in imparting multi-dimensional education to children, focusing on their intellectual, physical, emotional, spiritual as well as psychological growth. We work hard to play a crucial role to prepare students for a life beyond the four walls of a classroom. Our Mission is: To develop world-class education accessible to all students. To provide an environment in which every student discovers and realizes their full potential & builds their personality with character. To impart a sense of social consciousness and concern for the environment to each of our students. To develop and promote patriotism through NCC. Co-Curricular Activities Sports To develop physical fitness among children, we focus on outdoor and indoor games, including adventures and treks. We have separate 200 m & 400 m track grounds to conduct daily sports coaching, and students are offered training as per the game of their interest. Outdoor games: Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Handball, Cricket, Hockey, Kho-Kho, Kabaddi, and various Athletic events. Indoor games: Karate, Judo, Carom, Badminton, Chess, Table tennis, and Mallakhamb. Other Activities We recognize the importance of Extra-Curricular activities in the students’ development. The school conducts various activities and hobbies like Calligraphy, Maths, Computer, Art& Craft, Music, Photography, Rangoli and competitions like Quiz, Storytelling, Singing, Essay writing, Elocution, Debate, Extempore, Poster making, etc. Projects related to gardening, wildlife, cottage industry, and social services are also encouraged. The school organizes the Debating and Elocution competitions quite regularly for boosting competence in students. With Art/Computer/Math/Science fairs NCC, Shooting, Yoga, Gymnastics, Plays, and Skits are other activities in which students are trained.