AGFS: Where Young Minds Grow into Tomorrow’s Leaders
AAJ Global Foundation School (AGFS), Bishnupur, is a CBSE-affiliated institution that blends academic excellence with a values-driven approach to education. Established under the vision of Aparup Sengupta, Founder Chairman, the school is built on the belief that “Education is the Best Equaliser”.
Aligned with the CBSE’s New Education Policy (NEP 2020), AGFS ensures that learning goes beyond textbooks, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and holistic development preparing students not just for exams but for life. From foundational learning to secondary education, AGFS integrates project-based learning, experiential activities, technology-enabled classrooms, and socio-emotional development programs to prepare students for both exams and life. Facilities include modern science and computer labs, an arts centre, sports grounds, and GPS-enabled transportation, ensuring safety and holistic growth.
Building Academic Excellence: A Wholesome Journey
Principal Rini RoyChoudhury has dedicated her career to the world of academics, starting from grassroots teaching roles and steadily moving into leadership positions. Over the years, she has worked closely with students across all age groups, gaining a deep understanding of their needs, aspirations, and challenges. Her decision to join AGFS was driven by a shared philosophy with the school’s founding vision to create an institution where academic excellence and emotional well- being go hand in hand. “I saw this role as a chance to build a school that reflects excellence with compassion, a place where students are prepared not just for exams, but for life,” she explains.
For her, leadership is not about titles but about connection, mentorship, and empowerment. Guided by her personal mantra, “Be the leader you needed when you were younger,” she strives to ensure every child at AGFS feels seen, valued, and supported in their unique journey. Since taking on the role, Principal Ma’am has introduced innovative teaching practices, strengthened teacher-parent collaboration, and cultivated a school culture where curiosity, confidence, and compassion are as important as marks and grades. This alignment between her personal ethos and AGFS’s mission continues to be her driving force.
Overcoming the Challenge of Balancing Excellence with Student Well-Being
Principal Rini Roychoudhury believes that the biggest challenge in modern education is striking the right balance between academic excellence and student well-being. While high academic standards are essential, she recognises that every child learns differently, and not all can thrive under a one-size-fits-all benchmark. “Some students excel naturally in academics, while others need more time, different methods, or a nurturing environment to bring out their true potential,” she explains. “If we focus only on marks, we risk overlooking the child as a whole.”
To overcome this, AGFS has adopted a personalised approach to learning:
- Customised assessments to match each student’s learning style and abilities.
- One-on-one mentoring for academic and emotional support.
- Parental counselling sessions to strengthen the home-school connection.
- Skill-based learning modules to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.
This commitment ensures that no student is labelled or left behind. As Principal Ma’am puts it, “Education should empower, not pressure. Our job is to unlock each child’s strengths and prepare them for life, not just for exams.”
What Truly Sets AGFS Apart
AAJ Global Foundation School stands out because it is more than just an academic institution, it is a community built on innovation, inclusivity, and purpose. While many schools focus solely on academics, AGFS blends 21st-century skills, real- world applications, and character-building into its daily curriculum. Being a CBSE-affiliated school, AGFS ensures a robust academic structure that is nationally recognized while seamlessly integrating modern teaching methodologies and global perspectives. This unique blend allows students to benefit from the credibility of a strong curriculum while also preparing them for the challenges of an evolving world.
AGFS is also among the very few digitally enabled schools in the country, offering:
- GPS-enabled transport and e-reporting systems
- Virtual classrooms and gamified learning platforms
- Robotics and coding clubs for STEM advancement
- Digital collaboration tools for interactive, global learning
Beyond academics and technology, the school actively celebrates cultural diversity, organises local-to-global festival events, and incorporates community service projects into its core activities giving students a sense of identity, belonging, and responsibility. As Principal Rini RoyChoudhury says, “We are not just creating students who can excel in exams, we are shaping individuals who will contribute meaningfully to the world.”
Promoting with Purpose: The AGFS Way
At AAJ Global Foundation School, the strongest marketing strategy is impact. The school believes that consistent results, a nurturing environment, and a strong reputation within the community speak louder than any advertisement.
Rather than relying heavily on traditional promotional methods, AGFS focuses on:
- Showcasing student success stories, whether it’s academic achievements, sports victories, or creative milestones
- Highlighting teacher expertise and innovation in teaching practices
- Active community engagement, from social service projects to cultural events that strengthen the school’s local identity
- Parent and alumni testimonials, which have become a powerful source of trust and credibility
- Participation in educational conferences and award platforms to build professional recognition and showcase best practices
How Technology Is Shaping Classrooms of Tomorrow
At AGFS, technology plays a pivotal role in creating a future-ready learning environment. The school has embraced several advancements to make teaching more interactive, efficient, and aligned with global education standards.
Some of the key technologies include:
- Virtual classrooms that enable interactive and engaging lessons
- Gamified learning platforms to make lessons more dynamic and enjoyable
- Digital resources for collaborative projects, encouraging teamwork beyond the physical classroom
- Hands-on coding workshops and robotics clubs to build STEM capabilities and problem-solving skills
- GPS-enabled transportation systems and digital reporting tools for enhanced safety, transparency, and efficiency. These integrations ensure that students not only master academic subjects but also gain technological fluency, preparing them for the demands of the modern world.
This holistic approach ensures that no child is left behind—whether in academics, extracurriculars, or personality development.
Addressing Student and Parent Challenges with Practical Solutions
Many parents face challenges in providing consistent academic support to children, often due to literacy gaps, limited time, or unfamiliarity with modern learning approaches. AGFS recognises that these challenges can directly affect a child’s learning progress and confidence.
To address this, the school works closely with parents through:
- Regular parent-teacher meetings and one-to-one interactions
- Counselling sessions to guide and support families
- Adjusting syllabi for students who need more foundational clarity
- Offering extra academic assistance to ensure concept understanding in areas like literacy, numeracy, reading fluency, and comprehension
As Principal Rini Roychoudhury explains, “No child is marked as slow; every child is unique, with special qualities. Our role is to understand their needs and give them the right environment to grow.”
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