performance that matters (in the last 10 years)

At Podar, student exposure is given high priority right from the early years.

Our students receive admission offers from the best colleges and win large scholarships around the world.

758

Universities
Made Admission Offers

1 In 3

Students Got Accepted
At A Top College

3

University Admission
Offers Per Student

8,734

Students Won
Scholarships

real-life mentors

Our well-placed alumni actively guide students using our digital platform. Students can connect with their seniors right from class 8 and seek guidance on Subjects, Streams, Careers, Courses, Colleges, Entrance Exams, Life at College, and much more.

Megha Manvi

2014
Podar International School, Mumbai

University of Toronto

Economics & Sociology

Coordinator | MBA Candidate at Rotman School Of Management

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Gauraang Kothari

2016
R N Podar School, Mumbai

IIT Kharagpur

Geology

Imagineer / Analyst at
Fractal Analytics

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Himanshu Chaturvedi

2017
Podar International School, Ahmedabad

BITS Pilani

Engineering & Technology

Trainee at
KPMG India

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Dr. Christina Marie

2007
Lilavatibai Podar High School, Mumbai

Christian Medical College

MBBS, Orthopaedics

Consultant Orthopaedician at Baptist Christian Hospital

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Sanket Sarang

2006
R N Podar School

University of Mumbai

Electric Engineering

Founder & Chief of Products
at BlobCity

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Rowan Shah

2017 Podar International School,
Santacruz West, Mumbai.

University College London

Electrical & Electronics Engg

Analyst at
HSBC Global Banking & Markets

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Kashish Rustagi

2017
Podar International School, Powai

National University of Singapore

Business Management

Global Markets Analyst
at Citi

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Kriti Shewaramani

2018 - Podar International School,
Nerul, Mumbai (CIE)

Cardiff University

Computer Science & IT

Mental Health and Wellbeing Officer, CyberSoc

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Every 15 minutes, one podar student receives real-time guidance from their alumni

Podar Art Department: Cultivating Creativity Across Grades 1 to 8

Vision

A future where every student confidently embraces creativity, artistic expression, and innovation-making art a vital part of holistic education, personal growth, and cultural enrichment.

Mission

We empower art educators and students through an innovative, well-structured curriculum. By combining creative mentorship, meaningful resources, and engaging experiences, we aim to make art education inspiring, impactful, and consistent across all Podar schools.

Our Curriculum Development Process

Curriculum Development Process - Research Driven Design
Research-Driven Design

Our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) at the Head Office research current trends in art, art history, styles, and mediums, exploring artistic utility in daily life and career opportunities.

Curriculum Development Process - Age - Appropriate Curriculum
Hands-On, Age-Appropriate Curriculum

Insights from research guide the design of engaging projects and activities tailored for students across Grades 1-8.

Curriculum Development Process - Regional Support for Consistency
Regional Support for Consistency

Our Regional Art Facilitators (RAFs) visit schools regularly to observe classes, provide guidance, and support teachers in delivering the curriculum effectively.


Highlights of Our Art Curriculum

At Podar, we teach students using the seven fundamental elements of art-line, shape, form, color, texture, space, and value-to build a strong creative foundation. Students explore these elements through hands-on projects, while also learning art history and critique to appreciate diverse styles and develop critical thinking. This foundation is then brought to life in our Design Labs, where students create 3D projects, experiment with different mediums, and apply their skills in practical, imaginative ways.

Three dynamic modules - Design Lab 1, Design Lab 2, and Final Projects - each spanning 3 to 5 weeks.
Students actively create 3D projects, exploring:

  • Diverse art styles and cultural influences
  • Multiple mediums, including traditional and contemporary materials
  • Practical applications of art in daily life and career paths

At the year's end, students showcase their creative works and projects, celebrating:

  • Artistic achievement
  • Cultural engagement
  • Collaborative creativity across schools

We provide carefully curated art kits containing premium materials, along with art bags and pouches for students. Customized lesson resources and templates are centrally produced and distributed for uniformity and quality across all schools.



Supporting Our Educators and Students

Supporting Educators and Students - Teacher Training
Teacher Training

Monthly sessions where SMEs mentor teachers on curriculum delivery and best practices.

Supporting Educators and Students - Accessible Resources
Accessible Resources

Lesson presentations and instructional videos are available on Google Classroom.

Supporting Educators and Students - Student Assessment
Student Assessment

Half-yearly art exams evaluate creativity, technique, and critical thinking skills.

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Design Lab Video

Watch a walkthrough of classroom activities, materials used, and final student outcomes.