Air Force School, Viman Nagar – Annual Report 2024–25

 

Respected Chief Guest, distinguished guests, parents, teachers, and my

dear students, it gives me immense pleasure to present the Annual Report

of Air Force School, Viman Nagar for the academic year 2024–25. This

year has been a journey of excellence, innovation, and holistic

development, reflecting our commitment to nurturing responsible,

confident, and skilled citizens. Guided by our school motto, “VIDYA

DADATI VINAYAM”, and inspired by the ethos of the Indian Air Force, we

have worked together as a vibrant learning community to ensure that

every child thrives, every teacher is empowered, and every parent is a

partner in the growth of the school.

 

PARENT ORIENTATION AND ENGAGEMENT

 

To begin with, at Air Force School, Viman Nagar, we firmly believe that a

child’s growth thrives on a strong and meaningful parent–school

partnership. The academic year commenced with parent orientation

programmes for all classes, with special sessions for Classes IX to

XII prior to Board registrations, ensuring clarity, preparedness, and a

clear understanding of the two Board Examination policies for Class X

to be implemented from 2026. Regular PTA meetings and Parent–

Teacher Meetings after every examination strengthened

communication, enabled continuous monitoring of student progress, and

fostered effective collaboration.

Further reinforcing this partnership, joint meetings of the Executive

Director and the Principal with parents of Board classes were

conducted to understand academic challenges, address constraints, and

collaboratively share strategies to better equip students for improved

performance in the forthcoming Board Examinations. Parents were also

actively involved in key school events, helping build a supportive and

trusting partnership that significantly contributes to the holistic

development of our students and the overall growth of the school

 

SCHOOL STRENGTH

 

Speaking of our vibrant learning community, the school presently

nurtures 1,362 students, supported by a dedicated team of 52 academic

staff members, including three contractual teachers, 11

administrative staff, and 27 helpers, all working together to create a

safe, disciplined, and enriching learning environment.

 

BOARD RESULTS

 

Moving forward, the academic year 2024–25 has been remarkable for

scholastic excellence. In Class XII Science, Mohit Kunkulol and

Priyanshu Kumar jointly secured the first position with 96%, with

Priyanshu achieving a centum in Mathematics. Nehal Ahuja followed

with 93.2%, while Apurva Pawar stood third with 88%. Mughda also

achieved a centum in Computer Science. In the Commerce stream,

Swani Lanjewar topped with 93.20%, followed by Sharnya Salil with 89%

and Muskan Sharma with 85%. Class X students continued this tradition

of excellence, with Praket Rakesh Patankar securing 98.4% and a centum

in Science, followed by Pranjal with 97.4%, and Shaurya Singh with 97%;

Shaurya Singh, Pranjal, and Katipay also earned centum marks in

Information Technology. Adding to these accomplishments, the school

was adjudged 3rd Best in Academics – Secondary School by AIR HQ

for 2024–25, reflecting our unwavering commitment to academic

excellence and holistic educational growth.

 

SAFAL EXAMINATION

 

In line with meaningful assessment practices, the school successfully

conducted the SAFAL CBSE conducted online competency-based

examination for Classes VI and IX. This platform assessed students’

ability to apply learning from Classes V and VIII, strengthening conceptual

understanding and critical thinking, and moving beyond rote learning to

prepare them for real-world challenges.

 

NEW INITIATIVE

 

To ensure our students use their vacations meaningfully, the school

conducted a 15-day Summer Training Programme in AI & Robotics,

Vedic Mathematics, and Badminton. With the vision of developing Air

Force School, Viman Nagar as a Centre of Excellence, a Mathematics

expert was engaged for Class IX, with daily 1.5-hour sessions to

strengthen learning beyond the syllabus.

Recognising the shift towards application-based questions in

upcoming Board examinations, and under the able guidance of our

Executive Director, our committed teachers invested immense time and

 

effort to compile chapter-wise question banks and 18 complete Board-

pattern practice sets for every subject, based on the last five years’

 

papers. I sincerely request all parents to ensure these are thoroughly

practised by their wards, so that this collective effort truly benefits our

students.

 

ED & PRINCIPALS CONFERENCE

 

Recognising the importance of leadership and professional growth,

the Principals and Executive Directors of Air Force Schools from across

India participated in conferences that serve as a platform to deliberate,

collaborate, and exchange best practices. On 23rd–24th July 2025, the

Executive Director & Principals’ Conference was held at Subroto Park,

New Delhi, during which Air Force School, Viman Nagar was awarded the

Trophy for Third Best Performance in Academics – Secondary

Category. From 31st July to 2nd August 2025, the Global Ed Fest

Conference on Future Leadership took place in Jaipur, attended by 15

Principals and 8 Executive Directors, focusing on innovation, emerging

trends in education, and leadership development.

 

WORKSHOP FOR TEACHERS

 

To enhance professional competence, our teachers attended a range

of capacity-building programmes, including a five-day workshop on

“Adventure with A4 Paper in Geometry” at IIT Gandhinagar, an online

 

Gemini AI workshop by STTAR School, and a one-day CBSE

workshop on “Effectiveness of Teaching”. Sessions on Mental Health

and Well-Being, POSH, and POCSO were conducted by Sakshee

(Project CACA), and a special workshop on “Classroom Effectiveness”

was conducted by our Executive Director, Wg Cdr Bhawani Singh. The

school was privileged to host a Command-level workshop on Mental

Health and Well-Being by renowned psychiatrist Dr. Bhooshan Shukla,

and will host a three-day HQ-level workshop on NEP and National

Curriculum Framework in January 2026, reflecting our commitment to

continuous professional growth and excellence.

 

WORKSHOP FOR STUDENTS

 

For students, the school organised a wide range of development

programmes aimed at holistic growth. These included vocational skill

training, with visits to the National Bal Bhavan, New Delhi, a Creative

Thinking session by Art Attack fame Mr. Lalone, Anant University, a

Design Thinking programme by ADYPU School of Design, and a

Cancer Awareness session by Wg Cdr Dr. Gurpreet Singh, SMO, 2

Wing, Air Force Station. Initiatives on Cyber Safety, Understanding

and Managing Aggression, and in-house life-skill activities further

empowered students to become well-rounded individuals.

Career guidance and defence awareness formed an important part of

student development. Workshops for Classes XI and XII guided students

towards national and international university admissions and various

career pathways. Defence-oriented activities included a motivational talk

by Flt Lt Bhrama on Vijay Diwas, visits to NDA for the Passing Out

Parade, and an Air Force Station visit for the Air Show. Alumni

Shreyas Timgre and Ayush, undergoing defence training, interacted

with students to inspire and guide them. Significantly, two Class XII

students, Master Pritam Thakur and Ayush, cleared the NDA written

exam and are now preparing for their SSB interviews.

 

AHQ / CBSE AVTIVITIES AND COMPETITIONS

 

In our continuous efforts to foster awareness and responsibility,

students participated in a variety of creative competitions and theme-

 

based assemblies on topics such as cleanliness, environmental

conservation, health and well-being, energy conservation, cyber

safety, and vigilance awareness. The student fair “YENYA”, organised

by Classes VI to IX on 18th October 2025, showcased art-integrated

activities linking Maharashtra and Sikkim, club and vocational

activities, and practical learning of the four Ps of business, with profits

dedicated to social causes.

 

IMPORTANT DAYS CELEBRATION

 

Important celebrations were observed with enthusiasm and

purpose. Independence Day followed the theme “Roadmap to Viksit

Bharat 2037”, with a cultural programme and exhibition of working

models on future technologies, highly appreciated by guests and parents.

Teachers’ Day featured a heartfelt student presentation, and the Chief

Guest handed over the Academic Trophy received at the conference to

teachers, acknowledging their dedication. Sports Day saw disciplined

drills and competitions, while Children’s Day was celebrated as a learning

fair blending fun and education.

 

COMPETITIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

 

In the realm of competitions and achievements, our students brought

laurels to the school through remarkable performances. Deepshikha

Adhikari won First Position in Hindi at AFFWA Declamation

Competition 2025 (Regional). The SBI Scholar Quiz 2025 team

secured 4th position among 114 teams, while Atharv Dhiman (X) and

Divya Darshini Joshi (IX) represented SWAC at the national level in the

Air Force Quiz 2025, achieving 3rd position.

 

SPORTS ACHIEVEMENT

 

Sports excellence continued to inspire, with commendable

achievements in football and athletics. In the SWAC Football

Tournament 2025–26, U-17 Boys won Silver, U-15 Boys Bronze, and

U-17 Girls Bronze. Hosting the tournament provided students valuable

experience. At the SWAC Athletics Championship 2025–26, 56

 

students won 3 Gold, 11 Silver, and 7 Bronze medals, earning the

school Runner-Up position. At the National Athletics Championship

in Chandigarh, 14 students secured 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze,

contributing to SWAC finishing 4th overall. Cash awards were instituted

for all achievers to encourage and motivate. Professional coaching

ensured guided preparation and structured performance, reflecting our

commitment to sporting excellence.

 

INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT

 

Infrastructure development also remained a key focus. Classrooms

were refurbished with painting, new lighting, and seating, prefab

classrooms received anti-heat and anti-seepage treatment, and the

Computer Lab and Principal’s Office were air-conditioned. Student

movement and recreation were enhanced with paver-block pathways

and a Chess Park platform, while a digital display board at the

entrance showcases achievements. Interactive panels are being

installed in all classrooms to support modern learning practices.

 

CONCLUSION

 

In conclusion, the academic year 2024–25 at Air Force School, Viman

Nagar has been a testament to the dedication, talent, and

perseverance of our students, the unwavering guidance of our teachers,

and the support and collaboration of our parents. Every achievement in

academics, sports, creative arts, career guidance, and social awareness

 

reflects our collective commitment to holistic education and nation-

building. As we step into the new academic year, we pledge to continue

 

nurturing well-rounded, confident, and responsible citizens, equipped

to face challenges, contribute meaningfully to society, and uphold the

values of our school and nation.

 

Jai Hind.