September has been a month of continuing our story of ‘Agency’. From EYP learning celebration where the little ones practice their ‘voice & choice’ amidst their peers and parents to University fairs where grades 11 and 12 students make choices about their future, student agency is visible in intention and action.
Our students do not use agency only for themselves but extend the same to a wide range of social impact initiatives this month reflecting that authentic purpose is the end goal of agency.
Agency is not a word but a lived experience with your community through celebrations like Grandparents’ Day where children learn the value of family bonds, HUMRAAHI- where they learn to care and share to curate a better life for those in need and World Scholars Cup where they collaborate and compete with a group of like-minded students.
Oakridge remains a journey of transformation through agency, reflection, and initiatives.
Best Wishes and Warm Regards,
Dipika Rao
Principal, Oakridge International School, Gachibowli
Our Grade 2 and 3 students embarked on an exciting full-day Cosmic Quest, an immersive experiential learning programme designed to bring astronomy, science and adventure to life. With 10+ interactive stations, students explored the wonders of the universe through hands-on activities. The day also included thrilling adventure experiences such as rock climbing, roller zorbing, body zorbing and fun team games, encouraging students to develop coordination, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
On 19 September, our Early Years Programme was filled with warmth, laughter and cherished memories as we welcomed the grandparents of our Pre-Nursery, Nursery, EY1, EY2 and Grade 1 students to school. The day was a beautiful opportunity for grandparents to step into their children’s learning world and experience the joy of school alongside them. From fun games and engaging activities to precious moments of interaction, every experience brought generations closer together.
At University Fair 2026, our students connected with 40+ leading universities from India and across the globe, explored diverse academic pathways, and gained valuable insights to help shape their aspirations into possibilities. From institutions such as University of York, University of Liverpool, University of Leeds, BITS Pilani, Ashoka University, O.P. Jindal Global University, FLAME, Plaksha, Mahindra University and many more, students had the opportunity to engage with the representatives and discover a wide range future pathways.
Our EYP Learning Celebration brought learning to life as EY1, EY2 and Grade 1 students proudly shared their learning journey with their parents. Through engaging interactive activities, creative presentations and lively role plays, students showcased the concepts and skills they had explored in class so far. The celebration offered parents a wonderful glimpse into their children’s everyday learning experiences, highlighting how curiosity, creativity and confidence come together in the classroom.
Our students brought the spirit of inclusion to life through SPLASH, welcoming 62+ children with cognitive and hearing impairments for a day filled with creativity, play, laughter and meaningful interaction. The event reflected the principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC), particularly Articles 2, 12, 23 and 31, and SDGs 3, 4, 10 and 16 into action by promoting well-being, inclusive education, reduced inequalities and inclusive communities.
The first Humraahi session of AY 2026–27, held on 26 September, brought students together for a morning of learning, connection and collaboration. The student-led initiative began with a warm welcome, breakfast and a financial literacy session led by Grade 11 students, before participants divided into groups for engaging activities. Students explored football and volleyball, while others developed their English communication and creative expression through Art Time.
Our young musicians Yuvaan Agrawal, Reyansh Dev, Krithek, Prakul, Ishan and Akshat Reddy earned Distinction in their Trinity College London Acoustic Guitar Grade Examinations. In Taekwondo, Varija Rayabhari (CBSE Grade 7) secured the Gold Medal in the Under-14 category at the 1st World Taekwondo Championship 2026 held in Hyderabad. Our swimmers brought home an impressive 33 medals, 6 Gold, 26 Silver and 1 Bronze at the Interschool Swimming Competition hosted by Aga Khan Academy, while our U-14 Basketball Team emerged champions, remaining unbeaten throughout the Inter-School Weekend Basketball Tournament. At the national level, our tennis players excelled at the ISSO National Tennis Championship 2026 in Jaipur, with Korivi Gourisri winning Gold in the U-17 Girls Individual event, Harshini Kondraju securing Bronze in the U-19 Girls Individual event, and Harshitha Kondraju and Harshini Kondraju earning Silver in the U-19 Girls Team event.
The campus came alive as our CBSE Grades 6–8 students brought the vibrant bazaars of Hyderabad to life through Dastaan-e-Deccan, inspired by the iconic poem “In the Bazaars of Hyderabad” by Sarojini Naidu, the Nightingale of India. Students recreated the sights, sounds and spirit of Hyderabad’s traditional bazaars through colourful stalls featuring textiles and embroidery, jewellery, flowers and perfumes, spices and grains, handicrafts and musical items.
Oakridge International School, Gachibowli proudly hosted the first-ever World Scholar’s Cup Hyderabad Regional Round, welcoming 400+ students from 10+ schools across Hyderabad for two days of spirited learning and competition. Scholars participated in the Team Debate, Collaborative Writing, Scholar’s Challenge and Scholar’s Bowl, putting their knowledge, creativity, critical thinking and teamwork to the test. The event also celebrated student achievements across the competitions, with 800+ Gold Medals and 800+ Silver Medals presented to scholars, while several teams earned their place at the World Scholar’s Cup Global Round.