Candor International School is the first Green school in the country spread over 20 acres near Electronic City, Bengaluru. The buildings in the campus and all other facilities and equipment have been designed to meet the stringent requirements and standards of the Indian Green Building Council.
It is also worth noting that the process of cleaning the covered swimming pool at Candor is a child friendly process which uses the latest technology. No chlorine will be used.
This means that every attempt is made to conserve energy, harvest rainwater effectively dispose of waste and save the environment through far-sighted architectural planning.
Speaking at a press conference, Mr. Pradip K. Das, the Principal of Candor International pointed out how Candor is a school with a difference. He says, “Candor International School is one of very few international schools in Bangalore started by professionals.
Mr. Das further emphasized the eco-sensitive atmosphere by saying, “The school has been designed to meet the optimum number of 1,110 students and stands on 20 % of the 20 acres. This is in keeping with the requirements of the Indian Green Building Council. The class sizes will remain 24 per class with a staff student ratio of 1:10.”
India’s ace Tennis player, Mahesh Bhupathi was announced as the brand ambassador of Candor International School. Candor’s partnership with Cisco Systems for setting up its IT infrastructure including the networking and security was also announced.
On choosing Mr. Mahesh Bhupathi as the brand ambassador of Candor International School, Mr. Das added, “We strongly believe that for the wholistic development of students, apart from academic excellence, the promoting of a sense of physical wellness through active engagement in sports is very essential.
The renowned Tennis Player and the Brand Ambassador of CANDOR International School said, “It’s an honor for me to be a brand ambassador as well as the sports consultant of Candor International School. I would like to see myself involved in more than just the role of an ambassador and a consultant. I would like to support Candor in helping these youngsters to excel in sports, share in the team aspect of sports and become involved in making a difference.”
Candor is also partnering with SCCIP International Pte. Ltd (LS Creative Learning Pvt. Ltd.) to integrate Robotic technology into science, art, math and other subjects so that students become effective team players and able problem solvers.
Mr. Kikuchi, (designation) LS Creative Learning Pvt. Ltd said, “This is the first time we are partnering with an Indian institution. We look forward to this partnership and hope to prepare these young minds with the skills that are needed to make an impact for the 21st century. We are thankful to Candor for providing us this wonderful opportunity.”
Candor’s year round admission policy ensures that all students, who for various reasons have to transfer mid-term, are given the opportunity to join anytime in the school year and are provided with the necessary support in areas of need.
About CANDOR International School:
India’s first Green School, Candor International School is tagged as an affordable international school with an international program. Candor International School, located at Electronic City, Bangalore, India, is striving to be more than just another international school.
By employing methodologies beyond the classroom, by focusing on learning beyond academics, and by teaching beyond the textbook, Candor aims to nurture effective and responsible young people who will make a difference.
The school is seeking affiliation with the IGCSE of Cambridge, UK. The Candor campus is spread across an area of 20 acres near Electronic City and is designed to be student friendly, age appropriate, safe and attractive. The Core Team of Candor International School is composed of leading figures in Education, Management, Science and Technology, Business, and Entrepreneurship.
Candor International School has safe and well designed science laboratories, a well stocked library, music studios, well lighted and well ventilated classrooms, modern outdoor and indoor sports facilities for various sports including swimming, world-class residential facilities for boarders-both regular and weekly- including a laundry and an infirmary for boys and girls from Grade 5 onwards.
Candor also provides breakfast, lunch, mid-morning and afternoon snacks to all students.
Candor International School was founded by Saketh Educational trust which is chaired by Suresh Reddy Sadipiralla and has advisory board that has members representing from various fields.
The advisory board consists of, Michael Palladino Dean of the School of Science, and Associate Professor of Biology at Monmouth University, Niren Kodali Dean at the School of Computer Information Systems, Stratford University, and a Professor at George Mason University, Professor Aminabhavi Scientific Advisor to Dhirubhai Ambani Life Sciences Centre, Navi Mumbai, Dr. T Prabhu Director of Sagar Apollo Hospitals, Reeth Abraham Arjuna Award, 1997 and Karnataka Rajyotsava Award (Highest State Award), 1983, Mahender Musuku software development, marketing, operations and management in hi-tech companies, on the board of several profit and non- profit organizations and is passionate about serving the community.
S Rama Muni Reddy active Industrialist, Agriculturist, and Social Worker, Dr. Ethirajan Govindrajan Principal (JNTU Ratified) of Avanthi Institute of Engineering & Technology, Hyderabad, Professor N.S Ramaswamy awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2006 for exemplary work in the field of Education. Prior to this, he was the founding Director of the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore, a Consultant to the Airport Authority of India, and Ministry of Non-conventional Energy Sources and a Consultant to the UNESO, UN, FAO and UNIDO,. www.candorschool.com
