WE ARE WHAT SCHOOL SHOULD BE .
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ASB’s commitment to fostering innovation and critical thinking continues to shape my approach to problem-solving, making my time at the school truly invaluable.” —A D ITI PARASHAR ’1 8
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Overview American School of Bombay is a non-profit, Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 day school located in the heart of Mumbai, India. Founded in 1981, we are in our fifth decade of delivering a holistic education for children ages 3 to 18. Authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years and Diploma Programmes, the curriculum at ASB is designed to provide authentic learning experiences across every grade level and subject area. Our school has long been recognized as a pioneer in the world of international education. We look at teaching and learning through the lens of innovation, harnessing our collective capacity to create, implement, and refine curricular and co-curricular programs that challenge every child.
STRATEGIC AGENDA 2023–2027 The ASB Strategic Agenda guides the school in realizing its preferred future for its students, all the while ensuring sustainability in the present. Through articulated goals and deliverables, the strategic plan is a living document that acts as a roadmap toward school improvement and further development of ASB’s mission. With this plan, we are poised to successfully respond to the changing landscape in education, to the needs and diverse identities of our constituents, and to build on the strengths of equity and inclusion in a multicultural and diverse community. Most of all, this strategic plan moves ASB closer to delivering on its mission for each and every student.
Elevate Well-being
Sustain an Inclusive Experience
Sustain an inclusive, equitable, and just (JEDI) school and professional experience.
Calibrate Individualized Learning
Calibrate the learning experience to meet the dynamic needs of each individual student.
Each and every community member can thrive— be happy, healthy, and successful (The One Thing). To support and feed into The One Thing, we will commit to the following strategic priorities…
Empower Student-driven Learning
Empower students to drive and co-create key aspects of their learning experience.
Establish Host-country Connections
Establish authentic connections between the school and our host-country.
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ASB is more than just a school—it’s a global family that, if you are lucky enough to be a part of, will provide you with friends, mentors and family for life.” —YA A R ES H FE RZANDI ’1 6
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Our History For over 40 years, ASB has empowered its learners through a rigorous and forward-thinking education. American School of Bombay is one of the most established international schools in Mumbai, India. Our journey began in 1981, with just 12 students in a room at the American Consulate, and was spearheaded by a group of parents to serve a growing expatriate community. Since then, our philosophy has remained to offer a dynamic and rigorous education to internationally mobile families. A significant chapter in ASB’s history has included our move in 1998 to the Bandra Kurla Complex, a growing economic and lifestyle center within Mumbai, and later to a bespoke facility for our Elementary School in the Kurla neighborhood. The school also successfully completed International
1981
ASB opens with a vision for global education, starting in a modest room at the American Consulate with 12 students.
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Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) authorization in the prestigious Primary Years (PYP) and Diploma Programmes (DP), introducing the community to these globally recognized frameworks. Since the turn of the century, ASB has embarked upon a period of strategic transformation, as the community has engaged in a comprehensive stakeholder-led planning process. This pivotal exercise led to groundbreaking advancements in technology integration, individualized learning approaches, and progressive school governance, underpinned by a set of Vision, Mission, and Core Values that continue to guide the institution today.
2011
Strategic relocation to Bandra Kurla Complex, coupled with International Baccalaureate accreditation, signifies important physical and academic achievements.
Responding to our growing family, we expand to a second campus, welcoming our younger learners to a purpose-built space.
2023
With the introduction of our fifth strategic plan, we further emphasize innovative educational practices and technological integration for future-ready learning.
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in our Elementary School is guided by questions rather than answers. Using the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program as a framework for curriculum design, teachers weave core literacy and numeracy skills into units anchored on key concepts that transfer beyond the classroom. At each grade level, a comprehensive set of library resources and technology tools is available to inspire students as they connect who they are to their understanding of the world.
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SPECIALIST INSTRUCTION is designed to complement units of
inquiry, with the same central ideas featuring in visual arts, music, world languages, technology integration, and physical education programs. Social responsibility sits at the heart of learning in the Elementary School, with students developing their identities as stewards of their environments through authentic community engagements.
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Starting in the youngest years, each learning space has been hand-crafted to invoke a sense of calm, connection, and confidence in each learner. Pre-kindergarten classrooms are filled with natural materials that introduce students to plant and animal life found in our local surroundings. Throughout the lower and upper Elementary, open classroom designs
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WE NURTURE A SENSE OF WONDER AND A SPIRIT OF EXPLORATION THROUGH OUR PROGRAM OF AUTHENTIC INQUIRY.
ensure that the students can be grouped flexibly and collaborate with one another for a variety of purposes. Evidence of learning is everywhere; students are able to showcase their understanding through a range of media, and regular exhibitions of learning ensure that parents can serve as partners in each child’s learning journey. AMERICAN SCHOOL OF BOMBAY
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AS STUDENTS ENTER OUR MIDDLE SCHOOL ,
they are welcomed into an environment designed to meet the needs of an adolescent learner. Our concept-based curriculum uses big ideas that connect across subject areas, ensuring that students can see how their learning fits together throughout the day. We offer a wide range of elective subjects that complement required classes, ensuring that no matter their passion, every child has the opportunity to go further in an area of personal interest. Collaboration is key for learners at this age, and the skills of working together and learning how to be an effective team member are honed in every classroom.
AS STUDENTS TRANSITION INTO HIGH SCHOOL , the receive supports designed to
help them succeed in an increasingly independent environment. Assessment of learning continues to be robust, with students showing what they know, understand, and can do in a variety of formats based on subject matter and key skills. In Grades 11 and 12, we offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, an internationally recognized framework that challenges students and prepares them for post-secondary studies worldwide.
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Knowing that Secondary School is a time of increased independence and self-sufficiency for our students, we have a comprehensive curriculum that is academically rigorous and designed to foster a wide range of learning skills in every subject area. Throughout both our Middle and High School programs, teachers provide opportunities for every child to experience success intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally. At every grade level, academic study is supplemented by pastoral care through an
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DESIGNED TO RECOGNIZE, ADDRESS, AND CELEBRATE THE UNIQUE NEEDS OF ADOLESCENT LEARNERS.
advisory and social and emotional learning program. Students have the opportunity to connect with small groups of peers and build relationships with trusted adults who help to foster dispositions and mindsets that nurture well-being. Parents continue to be important partners in their children’s learning journeys, and are regularly invited to participate in a wide range of engagements that keep them informed of how their children are doing and celebrate what they have accomplished. AMERICAN SCHOOL OF BOMBAY
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HEALTH AND SAFETY are paramount in our school’s philosophy. Monitoring the Air Quality Index
(AQI) is an integral part of our commitment to physical well-being. We constantly monitor air quality to ensure that the environment remains conducive to the comfort of our community.
SECURITY is a top priority, with comprehensive measures in place to protect our students
and staff. Our campuses are equipped with advanced security systems and staffed by exceptionally trained professionals, ensuring a safe learning environment.
TRANSPORTATION to and from both campuses is streamlined through our efficient bus services,
which provide safe and convenient access for students. Behind these operational facets, our dedicated support team works diligently to ensure the smooth functioning of the school, contributing significantly to our•outstanding educational experience. AMERICAN SCHOOL OF BOMBAY 8
Our Facilities Our dynamic learning spaces across two campuses ensure that every student is safe, supported, and successful. The American School of Bombay operates across two well-equipped facilities, offering a safe and dynamic environment for learners of every age. Each campus is intentionally designed with flexible learning spaces, accommodating various educational needs and styles, and promoting a versatile approach to education. Our facilities have been built to enhance every engagement within and beyond the classroom. On our Primary School campus, furniture and features are developmentally appropriate to accommodate growing children and are housed in learning spaces enhanced by natural light and ensure ample space
for play. In Secondary School, dedicated areas for lab sciences, design technology, performances, and athletics create authentic spaces for students to engage in critical and creative pursuits. These spaces support physical development as well as nurture students’ academic, artistic, and sporting talents, emphasizing the importance of a holistic educational experience that builds on student passions and interests. Common areas are pivotal in fostering a sense of community, encouraging students to build relationships and connections in a collaborative atmosphere. On both campuses, the use of space is central to our ethos of nurturing a supportive and interactive learning community.
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Available both before and after school, these diverse co-curricular options enable students to EXPLORE AND DEVELOP THEIR PASSIONS AND TALENTS , leading to well-rounded individuals.
They are also instrumental in teaching PRACTICAL LIFE SKILLS such as time management, communication, and collaboration, essential for success in both personal and professional spheres.
Overall, our approach to co-curricular programming reflects a comprehensive educational philosophy that values and nurtures all aspects of student development, helping them know who they are today and PREPARING THEM FOR A DYNAMIC AND EVER-CHANGING WORLD . AMERICAN SCHOOL OF BOMBAY
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The co-curricular program is designed to expand and enhance the personalized learning journey of every child, providing opportunities for students to develop skills and interests beyond the academic curriculum. Through a variety of pursuits, students develop leadership skills, experience effective collaboration, and grow a sense of community responsibility. For both Elementary and Secondary School students, activities on
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offer include competitive and developmental sports, which promote physical health and teamwork; academic clubs and competitions, which enhance intellectual passions and critical thinking skills; STEM activities, which encourage innovative and creative solution finding; and service initiatives, which instill a sense of social responsibility and community engagement. AMERICAN SCHOOL OF BOMBAY
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Our Alumni Even after graduation, ASB Alumni remain active members of the community and ambassadors of the mission. Over the past forty years, ASB has cultivated a dynamic community of alumni. The diversity in their academic pursuits, ranging from theatre to accounting, including specialized areas like international relations, biochemistry, and environmental science, has set a strong foundation for the varied career paths they have pursued. Former students have embarked upon roles in various sectors, including engineering at prestigious companies like Boeing, fashion with renowned brands like Michael Kors and Ralph Lauren, technology with innovators like Oracle, and banking at institutions like Citibank. They have made their marks in medical fields, from psychotherapy to practicing doctors, and have excelled in specialized domains such as film and television, music,
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accounting, jewelry design, the diamond trade, construction, education, and pharmaceuticals. What truly sets our alumni apart is their commitment to giving back. Each year, ASB graduates offer invaluable guidance to our current students, sharing insights into academics, college pathways, career decisions, and personal growth. This mentorship is exemplified through engaging panels and discussion forums where alumni and students collaborate and learn from each other. We take immense pride in our alumni. Their journeys, achievements, and ongoing involvement with the school reflect our core values and commitment to inspiring our students to continuous inquiry, and enhancing the lives of others.
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Looking back on my time at ASB, both inside and outside of the classroom, I was given so many opportunities to grow.” —RAHU L DUB E ’ 2 3
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At American School of Bombay, our professional culture supports every staff member to grow and thrive. Team and department meetings, task force working groups, external consultation visits, and participation in and hosting of international conferences collectively create a culture in which teachers develop their skills and capabilities as practitioners by intention rather than chance. J O I N U S to both contribute to and learn from our dynamic community.
Learn more at asbindia.org
ELEMENTARY CAMPUS
Commercial 2, Tower 4, Kohinoor City, Off LBS Marg, Kurla (W), Mumbai 400070 +91 22 6131 3600
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SECONDARY CAMPUS
SF2, G Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex Road, Bandra (E), Mumbai 400051 +91 22 6272 7272
