“Teachers encourage my daughter to take on leadership roles, fostering her growth.”

For Teena Rosh, choosing Apeejay School, Nerul for her daughter Rebecca came down to a mix of personal history and trusted recommendations. With Rebecca now in Class 2, Section A, Teena shares her experience with the Apeejay School.

What were your considerations when choosing Apeejay?

We’d been looking for the right school for our children for quite a while. My husband has lived in Nerul since childhood. He was impressed by Apeejay and the kind of students it produced like their personality and values. We also got similar feedback from a close family friend. That friend specifically mentioned that children coming out of Apeejay tend to have very good personalities and genuine humility. Between those two perspectives, the decision became clear for us.

How do you feel about the teaching pattern and how engaged the teachers are with students?

I think the teachers are doing a genuinely good job, especially considering the circumstances. That said, I find them very dedicated, and they really do try their best to help students personally. Rebecca’s current class teacher, in particular, has been wonderfully kind and gracious with her.

Do you feel there’s a rush to complete the syllabus?

No, I don’t feel rushed at all. Students are able to grasp most concepts right there in school. I only need to reinforce a little at home. Rebecca can get a bit distracted at times, but once I spoke with her teacher about it, she’s been wonderfully attentive, keeping a personal eye on her progress.

What’s your view on extracurricular activities?

I think extracurricular activities are genuinely important and should go hand in hand with academics. As long as they’re incorporated within school hours, which they are, I think it works really well.

How have you seen Rebecca grow, both academically and holistically?

Rebecca has a medical condition called eczema, which causes dry skin and occasional itching, and that can sometimes distract her from concentrating. In her second year, I spoke to her class teacher about this directly, and she really took the initiative to involve Rebecca in various leadership roles so she never feels left out. 

She now feels genuinely included and valued by her classmates, which has made a real difference. She’s noticeably more confident this year and genuinely looks forward to going to school.