About

Established in the year 2001, Ahlcon International School is a progressive, liberal, English medium, co-ed, Senior Secondary with 2874 students and a staff of 200. The unique location of the school in East Delhi and its reputation as a vibrant centre of excellence make it the first choice of parents in the trans-Yamuna area. The Performance of the school in the last 19 years has been outstanding in all areas.

Mr. Bikramjeet Ahluwalia, heads Shanti Devi Progressive Educational Society, Dr. Rohini Ahluwalia as Chairperson heads the managing commitee of the School and Dr. Ashok K Pandey, The Director, Ahlcon Group of Schools and Mr. Sanjay Yadav heads the school as Principal. Ours is a vision-driven school, focusing on the development of complete personality of each child, though imbibing values, capacity building, use of technology and providing an excellent learning environment.

We strongly believe that academic pursuits, sportsmanship, creative and aesthetic ideas go hand in hand with developing personal values and ability to make a difference in the society we live in.

Our International linkages with schools and organizations justify the meaning and spirit of the school motto "Global Perspective Indian Values." Exchange Programmes with schools in Germany and bagging the coveted International Dimension in Schools Award instituted by the British Council for the fourth consecutive term(2020-23) has further enboldened our resolve and commitment to the meet the ever-changing to make education relevant and responsive to the varied needs of today's world.

Vision

"To establish Ahlcon International School as a world class centre of learning, a leader in imparting joyful, relevant, and value-based education to each child and to ensure complete fulfillment of the aspirations of all stakeholders."

Mission

To ensure quality in our educational services through optimizing intellectual and infrastructural resources, capacity building, practicing ethical and transparent management principles and adhering to the core value system.

Core Values

• Students and parents are the primary beneficiaries of our services.
• Our activities and programmes must revolve around the children and contribute to their growth and learning.
• To invest in teachers to develop competence and commitment.
• Constant upgradation of school environment characterized by love and compassion.
• Children should never be deprived of opportunities, facilities and experiences that have greater bearing on their lives.
• To uphold the rule of law and our duties towards nation building.
• No discrimination will be made in the name of caste, creed, race, status or gender.
• Commitment to Sustainable Development Goals.

Tag Lines:

• Foundation: Living Vision Living Values
• Preparatory Stage: New Pedagogies and Innovation
• Middle Section: Capacity building through Research and Innovation
• Senior Section: Preparing Students for College, Career and life

Scope of Education:

Ahlcon International School works as a pioneer when the term ‘Innovation’ is concerned. We strongly believe that Innovative methods once amalgamated into the curriculum have the potential not only to improve education but also to empower students. We work towards strengthening and galvanising the endeavours of the students to achieve their objectives and prepare them for the future. Prominence is given to integrating best teaching practices into the curriculum to engage each child based on their diverse needs. Teachers are aware of children with visible disabilities; the school maintains records of the same and extends support for activities.

The Ahlcon International School has had a seminal approach towards the SDG goals since the inception of Global Goals in the year 2015. The goals and the associated targets are incorporated in the school curriculum with a spontaneous groundswell of enthusiasm and persistent diligence. A framework that acts as a guiding structure is arrayed with numerous events and fringe activities that are organised to sensitize the young minds and actualize the dream of SDGs. We take huge pride in apprising that the Global perspective has been ingrained in our school culture since its formative years and it is vibrantly imbued with Indian values. The school has taken up the baton to equip the young learners with the values, knowledge, and skills that are based on an instil respect for human rights, social justice, diversity, gender equality, and environmental sustainability that empowers learners to be responsible global citizens.

Collaborations with global organizations like UNICEF, UNODC, and the Global Citizenship Foundation further amplify the school’s commitment to the SDGs. By fostering a culture of sustainability through activities like House Assemblies, Debates, and International Exchange Programs, it empowers students to become proactive global citizens, prepared to contribute positively to society.

School education plays one of the strong foundations for the nation building, social and economic progress of the country, as well as preparing the students as global citizens with local perspectives. Principals have always juggled complex responsibilities, but one of the most significant roles is as Pedagogical leaders for leading learning in schools. As Pedagogical leaders, we keep the collective focus of the teachers and students to lead learning in the school. As leaders, we believe in achieving new levels of success for ourselves, for teachers we lead, and the students we serve, by learning and putting into use the best as well as innovative practices.

Ahlcon International School places a high priority on the continuous professional development of its educators. The school has established a robust framework for capacity-building, offering a wide range of professional development opportunities including targeted workshops, seminars, and training sessions. This commitment to teacher growth is complemented by well-being programs that address both the mental and physical health of educators. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the school demonstrated resilience by organizing digital empowerment workshops, ensuring that teachers were well-equipped to handle the shift to online learning. Post-pandemic, the school has continued to support its staff through initiatives like Yoga, art therapy, and wellness workshops, fostering an environment where teachers are empowered to excel both professionally and personally.

At Ahlcon International School, the health and well-being of students and teachers are foundational to the institution's ethos. The school integrates health education into its curriculum, promoting a comprehensive approach to well-being that extends beyond academics. Regular health check-ups, fitness programs, and mental health workshops are integral parts of the school’s schedule, ensuring that students develop lifelong habits of physical and mental well-being. The school’s Guidance and Counselling Cell plays a crucial role in supporting students' mental and emotional health, offering workshops on mindfulness, stress management, and emotional intelligence. For teachers, the school provides a supportive work environment with regular professional development opportunities focused on work-life balance and stress management.

Ahlcon International School is at the forefront of educational innovation, the M-Star School Expert System from Hitachi MGRM is the service provider for our E-Governance with School Expert System (SES), Learning Support Platform (LSP) and Parent Portal. It has revolutionized school management and enhanced the learning experience. This integrated platform streamlines operations, supports data-driven decision-making, and facilitates communication between all stakeholders. The M-Star system’s comprehensive features, including an online admissions portal, learning support platform (LSP), and parent portal, ensure that the school remains a leader in embracing digital transformation.

The adoption of digital tools and resources, such as interactive whiteboards and educational applications like Flipgrid and Padlet, has further strengthened the school’s hybrid learning strategies, blending in-person and online education to provide a rich and flexible learning experience.

As an effective pedagogical leader, we prioritize collaboration over compliances, expertise over resources and pedagogy over curriculum. I strongly believe in leadership for understanding, for action and for reflection. Identifying, nurturing, and fostering the core strengths identified in the leadership team; empowering and motivating them to take the lead, with a sense of ownership is what has made our system grow strongly.

To lead teaching learning, it is imperative that as a school leader, I develop a culture of learning. Effective teacher learning and professional development is important for ensuring student achievement. In developing leadership team, I believe in practicing school leadership as a movement. From an academician to administrator to a manager and hence to be a leader, we develop them as reflective practitioners, meta-cognitive thinkers, and self-aware individuals.

Core functions of my school leadership include influencing others, directing others, working with others, and empowering others.

• Leadership plus refers to the fact that there are several individuals in a school that take on a leadership role to achieve goals. They could work in parallel or in sequence.
• Practicing leadership refers to the interactions among leaders, followers, and their situations, each influencing the other. It analyses the ‘how’ of what leaders do.

Ahlcon International School’s unwavering commitment to educational excellence is evident in its comprehensive approach to learning, sustainability, capacity-building, and well-being. By investing in the continuous development of students and educators alike, the school ensures that its community is well-prepared to navigate the complexities of the 21st century. As a distinguished institution, it continues to impact society positively, nurturing responsible global citizens who are equipped to make meaningful contributions to the world.

Our School is a pioneer in integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into its curriculum, recognizing the importance of quality education in achieving a sustainable future. Since the inception of the SDGs by the United Nations in 2015, Ahlcon has embedded these goals into every aspect of its educational framework, from lesson plans to extracurricular activities. The school’s initiatives, such as Model United Nations (MUN), Career Progression Development Programs, and various club activities, actively engage students in addressing global challenges.

Collaborations with global organizations like UNICEF, UNODC, and the Global Citizenship Foundation further amplify the school’s commitment to the SDGs. By fostering a culture of sustainability through activities like House Assemblies, Debates, and International Exchange Programs, it empowers students to become proactive global citizens, prepared to contribute positively to society.