The Cathedral Vidya School

Nikhath Fatima – Middle School Coordinator Presenting the Indian Culture to people unfamiliar with its diversity is a daunting task. Where does one begin? The country has so much to offer; from different dialects spoken in remote hamlets to the Silicon Valley in the South there is so much to do, learn, observe, reflect and evaluate. To showcase the vibrant nature of this incredible country a Project called ‘Cultural India’ was explored by the students from Grade 4-8 at The Cathedral-Vidya School –  boarding school in Mumbai , India starting in April 2017. The best way to engage children was to inspire them to create and maintain a scrapbook almost like a beautiful travel brochure that would cover various elements from rulers and their administrations to art forms, cuisines and traditional attire. So began the scrap book task as students spent 3 hours every Saturday morning working in teams, researching, assessing information for use in their scrap books. This taught them ...

Going to boarding is a huge decision to make. It is a hard choice for both parents and children as boarding school may not suit all children and you have to ensure that it’s their decision also and you are not forcing or pushing them into it. The another important thing parents need to consider is even though the best boarding schools near Pune are expensive than day schools, but extracurricular activity and academics can often outshine their day-school options and provide a very fulfilling education. Here’s a look at the key benefits of top boarding schools, Pune: Self-reliance Students in boarding school know how to complete their school assignments and perform their domestic chores by themselves. They become experts in managing their money, time and resources. These students grow up quickly and tend to be very successful and independent in college and life. Fewer Distractions Distractions like television, video games, and phones are very limited that’s why...

School is the first institution which imparts formal education to a child. It is the school which lays the foundation for a child’s future. It is here that children learn and develop their communication skills which are so important for their future. So if you want your child to get a bright career, it is extremely important that you enroll him or her in some of the  best boarding schools in Maharashtra.  This post helps in providing you with an understanding as to how boarding schools in Mumbai help their students in developing their communication skills. Make them independent As long as children continue to stay under the shadow of their parents, they do not really become independent. However, this changes when they are admitted into a boarding school. Boarding school is a different world in which children have to choose and fight their battles independently and single-handedly.  This makes your child bold as well as smart and becomes well equipped to com...

To get the best education, is the right of every child, and you cannot deny the need of it, but unfortunately the process of choosing a right school for your kid, is one of the most challenging tasks for every parent, since finding a roof, which is the perfect amalgamation of quality and services to make a strong future platform for the kids, is not an EASIER task anymore. The pressure of finding the best school is ever growing and tightening the grip of stress on parents’ minds and it takes a toll on the mindset of the parents, and they forget to pick the best out of the herd of existing schools. Every school in today’s time is dealing with the cut-throat competition, so they can mark their presence in the educational field, but I personally believe that a right school is not due to its infra and marketing gimmick, rather it needs to be a reason to motivate and engage the kids with the meaningful learning experiences, so they can have a positive, supportive and inspiring...

Anxiety, excitement, nervousness and many more feelings over power a student who wants to get into a boarding school. If you consider boarding schools in Mumbai list , there are many that you can choose from so that you have the best boarding experience. Mumbai is known for some of the excellent schools.  To make your days and time spent during the boarding phase wonderful, you need to have the ingredients that will make the time eas y and comfortable. Top three ways you can make your stay a memorable one IBDP schools in Maharashtra are known for quality teaching and best all round development of the students. But, the benefits will be relished more if the following points are adhered to. Make Friends : When you leave your home, you need people who you can count on for sharing feelings of the day. Friends are those for that part. Ensure to make friends who can be your confidant. Friends are essential in life and true friends are made in b...

After a long list of qualifying examinations, you have secured a place for your kiddo at Cathedral Vidya, a prestigious and one of the topresidential schools near Mumbai. You’re on cloud nine, and your kiddo is all excited. Amidst all the flurry of gathering school supplies, packing boxes of tucks, this question often creeps up silently at the back of your mind, “How to prepare your child for boarding school?” Worry not, you’re not alone. Most parents are confused on how to get their kids ready to face boarding school. Here, in this article, you can find a list of top-notch tips and guidance from parents and teachers, who have been there before. Let’s dig in. 1. Talk to your Child about Boarding School Your kiddo may be nervous, excited or very often both. Tell them that it’s okay to feel nervous and other kids would also be feeling the same. Make a list of all things your kiddo is looking forward to and similarly make a list of all things that are worryin...

No one is a loof from the fact that top colleges in India and other countries have clubs and societies that attract students to follow their hidden passion. Rarely do we hear of the similar societies in schools. One of the top international boarding schools,Mumbai has this facility to enhance the inner potential on various dimensions. The Cathedral Vidya School is known for being a school that believes that nature plays a dominant role in shaping one’s personality. Being close to Mother Nature and a school that facilitates studen ts to take part in various skills from cooking to dancing to arts and crafts, many students are thankful of the ambiance that could not have been found elsewhere. Astronomy is one of the skills that one can easily learn while studying in the school. What a nice way to merge talent of students with engraved passion for unique activities! How the clubs and societies help children develop their skills amidst busy school schedule? For being...

Going to a school is the first baby step towards a new beginning of life. There are so many dreams and aspirations of parents that we take along when we step into a new school. Boarding schools have just the same impact on you with a different flavor. When my parents decided to send me to one of the international boardingschools near Mumbai , I was flabbergasted initially. It took me time to gather courage and stamina to digest the fact that I will be away from my family. I was not an inch happy when compared to the happiness my parents had in their eyes to send me to the school.  What I witnessed on the first day of boarding school Warm Welcome : My family and I were given a warm welcome by the school authorities. Many unknown faces staring at me, was making me nervous; however, when I reached the room I had to stay, my roommates were kind enough to smile at me and make me feel at home. This was my first witness in one of the top international boarding schools, ...

Going to a residential school is no joke. It calls for determination and patience of a young mind. Leaving behind everything and going to an alien place to live among so many strangers can be a life changing decision. This is the solid reason that people prefer sending kids to IBDP schools in Pune that have shown exemplary reputation in the field of education till date. The Cathedral Vidya School has been named one school after its rich tradition of producing talents known to the world. The school is a popular international school in Pune that gives fond memories to students studying there while there stay. It is true that something that ends on a sweet note is always cherished and so are the times of the school.  Top five things you will miss about your Residential School 1.      Morning Whistle for the Physical Training : All the IB schools in Pune have this tradition of waking the students whistling to the glory. You crib about it and wa...

Are you planning to enrol your kid in an IBDP School in Pune ? Not sure what to expect from the curriculum? Worried if your child will be able to cope? Fret not, here in this article; we help you glean an in-depth understanding of the teaching methodology of International Boarding Schools in India that follow the IB curriculum. Teaching and learning in IB curriculum schools in Pune , like the reputed Cathedral Lonavala school, is very different from that of regular classrooms in and around the country. The primary focus of the IB programme is to celebrate and encourage the different ways one takes to solve the same problem. It employs a constructivist approach to build open, free-thinking classrooms where students learn by asking, doing and thinking. The IB education empowers students to become life-long learners who are capable of working independently and in collaboration with others to find solutions ...