India, Dehradun
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Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE run parallel to the ICSE and ISC curriculums. Senior students research ISC and ICSE projects across subjects as part of an integrated learning approach. Inter School MUNs and the World Scholars Cup provide additional platforms for debate and academic competition.
Hopetown has a strong Performing Arts program with a vibrant theatre scene and an exceptional orchestra. Drama is an integral part of the curriculum. The Art Department offers well-equipped studios for painting, sculpture, textile, pottery and handcraft, exposing students to Indian and Western art traditions. The school is also a member of ISTA, and performances involve participants from around the world.
Drama is an integral part of the curriculum. The school is a member of ISTA (International Schools Theatre Association) and children perform with peers from across the world. ISTA involvement supports international collaboration in theatre.
Hopetown offers a diverse range of co-curricular activities, including sports, the arts, community service, and clubs promoting interests such as science, literature and entrepreneurship. These activities provide opportunities to pursue hobbies and social clubs as part of campus life. Students collaborate on projects and participate in competitions that foster teamwork.
Community service is integrated into Hopetown's program, with leadership training and service initiatives emphasized alongside academics. The school encourages girls to participate in service activities that benefit the broader community. Co-curricular programs include community service as a formal element of campus life.
Leadership training is embedded in Hopetown's co-curricular program. Entrepreneurship and professional development are promoted through clubs and projects. The alumni network is strong and spans the world, supporting life beyond school.
Sports facilities on a fifty-acre campus enable girls to compete at state and national levels. Yoga and karate are mandatory for all the girls, with football, basketball, swimming, badminton and athletics among the active pursuits. Physical and mental well-being are fundamental to a well-rounded education.
Hopetown Girls' School is a fully residential all-girls boarding school on a 50-acre campus near Dehradun, set in a Sal forest with views of the lower Mussoorie hills. Founded by Mr Kamal Sehgal, it was established as a place for five hundred girls to grow up in a supportive, joyful environment. The curriculum includes Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE alongside ICSE and ISC, with strong facilities such as a large, airy library, laboratories, and arts studios. The Performing Arts Centre is state-of-the-art, and the school hosts one of the largest orchestras among schools in India. Yoga and karate are mandatory for all students, and athletics features national-level competition. Extracurriculars cover dance, music, drama, and Art and Design, plus opportunities through ISTA and a leadership, debate-focused program. A global alumni network supports leadership and service initiatives beyond school life. The Photography Club publishes its own calendar and hosts a yearly exhibition annually.