OUR BELIEF
Rising India is a country which is on the move – ambitious, forward-looking and ready to lead on the World Stage. At Rising India School of Excellence, we mirror this very spirit. We believe that just as India is rising globally, our children must also rise to the future of learning that prepares them to lead, innovate, and create impact on a global scale. In the age of AI, automation and rapid technological shifts, schools can no longer remain traditional. They must transform for the age of AI, to meet the demands of a world where creativity, adaptability and character are as valuable as technology, and where future jobs don't exist today.
IT'S TIME FOR A BIG SHIFT!
Shift from just
Knowledge
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to 4-dimension learning (Knowledge, Skills, Character and Meta-learning)
Shift from one-size-fits all
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to Personalized Learning
Shift from rote learning
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to critical thinking and creative problem-solving
Shift from passive
classrooms
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to collaborative, technology-enabled learning environments
Shift from just core
subjects
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to emerging fields of AI, Robotics, Data Science, Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship
OUR PURPOSE
VISION
"Where India's Future Leaders learn to shape the World's Future - through Innovation, Integrity and Impact"
MISSION
Empower every learner with future-focused knowledge, essential skills, strong character, and adaptive learning capabilities through personalized, technology-integrated, and globally benchmarked education - preparing them to lead with innovation, integrity, and impact.
- Deep knowledge and academic excellence connected to real-world challenges
- Future-ready skills of creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration
- Integration of modern disciplines of AI, Robotics, Data Science, Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship
- Strong character grounded in courage, resilience, ethics and global citizenship
- Meta-learning that empowers lifelong adaptability and self-leadership
Our classrooms are innovation hubs, our teachers are mentors, and our students are changemakers - all rising the right way.
MOTTO
"Innovatio Alit, Impactus Regit."
(Innovation Fuels, Impact Drives)
Where students learn to succeed with innovation, lead with character, and impact the world responsibly
PURPOSE
Making World-class International Schooling Accessible to the Rising Cities of India
OBJECTIVES
Foster holistic development through Knowledge, Skills, Character, and Meta-learning - preparing students not just for exams, but for life.
Create dynamic, flexible environments that inspire creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking beyond traditional classroom boundaries.
Integrating AI, Robotics, Data Science, Financial Literacy, and Entrepreneurship into everyday learning preparing students to design, build, and lead in the world of tomorrow.
Empower students to leverage AI as a tool while developing uniquely human skills like empathy, creativity, and ethical decision-making.
Tailor education to each student's unique strengths, interests, and pace, ensuring every learner reaches their full potential.
Prepare students for a globalized world through international curricula, cultural exchange, and exposure to diverse perspectives.
Instill values of service, sustainability, and social responsibility, encouraging students to become change-makers in their communities.
Equip students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to excel in top universities and thrive in their chosen careers.
UNIQUE FOUR HOUSE SYSTEM
OUR FOUR HOUSES IS MORE THAN SCHOOL SPIRIT; IT'S A MOVEMENT FOR PURPOSE-DRIVEN LEARNING. EACH HOUSE ALIGNS WITH THE UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS), ENCOURAGING EVERY CHILD TO CHAMPION A CAUSE THEY DEEPLY VALUE.
ECO EXPLORERS
Protecting Today, Preserving Tomorrow
13 (Climate Action), 15 (Life on Land) & 12 (Responsible Consumption & Production)
Eco Explorers lead initiatives to protect and restore the planet through campus greening projects, conservation drives, and sustainable solutions.
RESPECT RANGERS
Dignity, Equity, Inclusion Champions
16 (Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions), 10 (Reduced Inequalities)
Respect Rangers promote kindness, fairness, and non-violence through anti-bullying squads, cultural inclusion events and inter-school peace forums.
WELLNESS WARRIORS
Physical, Emotional & Mental Champions
3 (Good Health & Well-being)
Wellness Warriors advocate healthy habits, mindfulness, and resilience through fitness clubs, healthy lunch campaigns, digital detox sessions, WHO youth forums.
KNOWLEDGE KNIGHTS
Equitable Education Champions
4 (Quality Education)
Knowledge Knights defend education for all, promoting literacy, critical thinking, and digital access. They ensure learning becomes a right, not a privilege through peer tutoring, reading clubs, community participation.
FAST FACTS
We are Goa's most future-ready international school, redefining education through innovation, empathy, and global excellence. With a mission to make world-class schooling accessible to rising cities of India, we bring together the power of future-ready curriculum, innovative technology, 21st century learning spaces and best-in-class faculty to bring about this transformation.
Aligned with global standards through IB PYP and international affiliations, ensuring academic rigor, cultural fluency, and world-class learning outcomes.
Led by IB-trained and Apple-certified educators, our faculty brings rich experience, innovative pedagogy, and mentorship that inspires lifelong learning.
We follow Discovery Mind Model in Early Years; IB-PYP in Primary School; Option of choosing IB or CBSE starting Middle School.
Designed by international school design experts Education Design International (EDI), a global leader in creating future-focused learning environments across more than 60 countries. Flexible, light-filled learning studios, innovation hubs, and collaborative commons support inquiry, movement, and engagement.
We are Goa's first Apple-enabled school where every classroom transforms into a digital innovation lab, empowering creativity, collaboration, and personalized learning.
We are a proud member of the International Schools Sports Organization (ISSO), offering students national and international sporting exposure and leadership experiences.
In partnership with the globally renowned Trinity School of London, our performing arts program nurtures self-expression, creativity, and cultural appreciation.
Our primary school students participate in TED'O'TALKS which serves as a training ground for our young changemakers to share ideas & innovation on the TEDxYouth platform.
Our primary school students participate in junior MUN which serves as a training ground for them to participate in Ivy League MUN circuit conferences like Harvard MUN & Yale MUN.
While we nurture global mindedness as an international school, our heart remains rooted in the Indian ethos of SEVA (meaning Selfless Service). Under the SEVA program, our children contribute for the betterment and upliftment of the community at large.
SETU (meaning Bridge) connects our students with global peers through collaborative projects, cultural exchanges, and international partnerships across international schools in various countries.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Founder & CEO
Ms. Payal Gaba
With over 25 years of leadership experience across education, strategy, and innovation...
Education Director & Founding Principal
Baljeet Oberoi
With over 25 years of experience across IB, Cambridge, and CBSE schools in India and the Middle East,..
Early Years Education Expert
Aarvi Singh
With over a decade of experience in early childhood education and academic leadership,..
Administration and Admission Manager
Aleena (Veena) Vikas Rane
With over a decade of experience in educational administration and institutional management,..
Deputy General Manager – Strategy & Planning
Riya Jitendra Bohara
With a strong foundation in business strategy and education management,..
Head of Centre of Excellence – Interior Design
Sweta Gattani
With over 18 years of experience in Interior Design,..
Brand Head – Rising India School of Excellence
Sarvesha Mall
As a branding and marketing professional with over 12 years of corporate experience across diverse industries,..
Human Resource Manager
Jyotsna Hiwalkar
With over a decade of experience in human resources across education and corporate sectors,..
Founder – White Canvas India
Samaresh Shah
A visionary leader and changemaker in the K–12 education space,..
Chairperson Emeritus, The Association of International Schools in India (TAISI) Founder, Pioneering SchoolsSenior Education Consultant, Education Design International
Anu Monga (Advisor)
Anu Monga is a distinguished educator,..
Education Technology Leader
Dr. Anuj Kacker
Dr. Anuj Kacker is a veteran of the education, training, and skill development sector with over three decades of leadership experience...
Choose the School
of Tomorrow
Choose Rising India School of Excellence because your child deserves more than just education they deserve innovation, global exposure, and holistic growth. A future-ready international school with a 4D learning model, world-class teachers, Apple-enabled innovation, small class sizes, and a campus designed as a living hub of learning. Here, tomorrow begins today. We invite you to experience the future of education.