Founded in 1967 by the Navrachana Education Society under the guidance of Smt. Savitaben Amin, Navrachana School, Sama, Vadodara, is an independent, co-educational, English-medium school affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi. The school has built a legacy of over 58 years of academic excellence and holistic education.
Navrachana offers a balanced education from pre-primary to higher secondary levels and has received national recognition such as the Nation’s Highest Computer Literacy Excellence Award from the President of India and the International School Award from the British Council. Its teachers and principals have been acknowledged by CBSE for their excellence in teaching and leadership.
The school’s mission is to create an environment where students feel valued, respected, and encouraged to develop their mental, physical, and emotional potential. Through education, experience, and community service, the school nurtures responsible, ethical, and compassionate individuals ready to contribute to society.
Navrachana’s key strength lies in its focus on holistic development through experiential learning and design thinking, preparing students not just for examinations but for life.
The school is spread across 9.60 acres, providing a safe and vibrant learning environment. It houses 79 classrooms equipped with ICT-enabled teaching facilities and 21 specialized laboratories, including those for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Computer Science, Robotics, Design, and Upskilling.
The campus includes spaces for arts, sports, innovation, and performance, supporting academic and co-curricular development. With over 2800 students and more than 150 staff members, the school offers a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere.
Navrachana School offers education from Pre-Primary to Grade 12, following the CBSE curriculum. The student-teacher ratio of 1:20 ensures individual attention and personalized learning. The school combines design thinking and experiential learning to make education creative, practical, and meaningful.
Students learn through real-world applications, collaboration, and art-integrated lessons that promote innovation and problem-solving. Teachers undergo regular professional development and training each year to stay updated with new teaching methods.
Learning at Navrachana extends beyond academics through clubs and activities such as Science, Literary and Media, Mathematics, Robotics, Debate, MUN, TED-Ed, and Entrepreneurship. Creative and performing arts, social service programs, and sports leagues are integral to school life.
Students also gain global exposure through educational tours, international collaborations, and exchange programs with partner schools in countries like Germany, Singapore, and Japan.
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Internet Wi-FiAdmissions are open from Pre-Primary to Grade 12. The school attracts bright and motivated students who wish to pursue the CBSE curriculum in an environment that values creativity, curiosity, and holistic growth. With an average enrollment of 2810 students and 141 teachers, Navrachana maintains an optimal balance between academic focus and personal development, ensuring that every learner receives the attention and opportunities they deserve.
Leaders in the Use of Technology in Education
In 2003, the school received the Computer Literacy Excellence Award from the President of India, recognizing its pioneering use of technology in education. The teachers, many of whom are Microsoft Certified Educators (MCE), effectively integrate digital tools to enhance learning and promote 21st-century skills among students.
The school embraces STEAM education, integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics to foster creativity, innovation, and critical thinking. The Robotics program further enhances this approach by offering hands-on learning experiences that nurture problem-solving abilities.
The faculty actively participate in professional development through national workshops and CBSE training programs, with several serving as resource persons to share expertise and best practices with educators across India.
The students consistently achieve excellence in academic Olympiads, talent search examinations, debates, quizzes, and cultural competitions, earning accolades at both national and international levels.
They also lead sustainability initiatives such as plastic, e-waste, and expired medicine collection drives, promoting environmental responsibility within the community. Through the Climate Action Project, the school proudly represented India on a global platform, collaborating with students from 18 countries to address climate change challenges.
The alumni continue to carry forward the school’s legacy across diverse fields including science, management, business, performing arts, and the armed forces, reflecting the institution’s enduring values of leadership, innovation, and integrity.
The year 2024–25 was a landmark one for Navrachana School, marked by exceptional accomplishments across academics, leadership, innovation, and co-curricular excellence.
The school’s pursuit of excellence began on a high note with two prestigious honours at the World Education Congress 2024 in Mumbai — the Skill Development Leadership Award and the Best Institutional Overall Award, received by principal Ms. Suprabha Menon and secondary stage coordinator Ms. Anagha Koteshwar. Adding to this, the school earned the ET TECH X Trailblazer School of the Year Award 2024–25 at HITEX, Hyderabad, recognizing excellence in co-curricular activities, happiness quotient, and life skills education.
Navrachana was also conferred the ‘School of Eminence’ award with a 1+ City Ranking by Education World School Rankings, maintaining its position among the top 1% CBSE schools in India for ten consecutive years. The school further won the ‘Best Nurturing Creativity and Innovation’ Award at the 10th Innoventure Challenge by Intelligence Plus.
Sessions on digital safety and disaster management underscored Navrachana’s focus on student well-being and preparedness. The Cybersecurity Surakshit Session by Dr. Rakshit Tandon and a two-day Disaster Management Training Program led by Dr. Vinod Bhardwaj — co-author of the CBSE Manual on Disaster Management with principal Ms. Menon — strengthened the school’s commitment to holistic education.
Academic Excellence
Navrachana achieved an outstanding 100% pass rate in both CBSE Class 10 and 12 board examinations.
In Class 12, Archita Bhavsar and Dikita Panchal topped the city and school with 99% in Humanities, followed by Aadit Bhagade, the Science City Topper with 98.2%, and Siddharth Agrawal, Commerce Topper with 96.2%. Thirty-one students scored a perfect 100, and 56 students achieved over 90%.
In Class 10, Shipra Pradeep emerged as School Topper with 98.6%, followed by Abhya Namdeo, Tanvi Jaiswal, and Hanah Kak. Fifty-one students scored a perfect 100 in individual subjects, and 68 students achieved over 90%.
Student Accomplishments
The year witnessed remarkable student innovation and recognition.
Nikhil Lemos reached the top 500 of the global RISE Program, pitched his project MEDITEL at Udyamotsav 2025, and received the Diana Award from the British Royal Family. Aadil Sengupta joined him in the RISE top 500 with his STEM project SWAPATH.
Gaurika Kalia and Vanshika Goyel were among the top five at the CBSE National Science Exhibition, while Gaurika also secured the First Runner-up position in the Eureka! Junior Business Plan Competition by IIT Bombay. The team of Sreehari Sreejesh, Aanshi Sheth, and Dhyana Brahmbhatt won the Macmillan Budding Scientist Award 2024–25 Nationals at IIT Delhi for their innovative project Jal Hi Jivan.
Aadit Bhagade achieved International Rank 2 in the International Mathematics Olympiad. Other notable achievements included awards in robotics, writing, art, dance, and music at national and international platforms, underscoring Navrachana’s multifaceted talent.
Sports Achievements
Navrachana athletes excelled across diverse disciplines.
The U-19 Girls Football Team won bronze at CBSE Nationals, while the U-17 Girls were district champions and state runners-up in the Subroto Cup. The U-19 Girls Basketball Team won gold at the CBSE Cluster and bronze at the Nationals, marking the 16th consecutive year of qualifying for nationals.
Shaivi Dalal ranked seventh nationally and first in Gujarat in Tennis U-16, while Arya Patel captained the Baroda U-19 Cricket Team at the BCCI Vinoo Mankad Trophy. Navrachana’s athletes also shone in karate, kho-kho, handball, dodgeball, swimming, and rifle shooting at state and national levels.
Leadership and Faculty Excellence
Principal Ms. Suprabha Menon continued her impactful leadership as a member of four key CBSE national committees and as a Master Trainer conducting principal workshops across India. She and her team led multiple CBSE programs, national conferences, and workshops on art integration, disaster management, and organizational leadership.
Navrachana proudly celebrates 86 teachers recognized as Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts for 2024–25 and several AI Certified Educators, reaffirming the school’s strength in digital pedagogy.
Campus Events, Community Engagement and Global Exposure
The year saw vibrant celebrations through NavFest 2024, the first NavLit Fest, and TEDx and TED-Ed platforms featuring students’ original ideas. Educational trips, including student representation at the International Dance and Music Festival in Poland, and field visits to institutions like Gujarat Vidhan Sabha and IIT Gandhinagar, enriched learning beyond the classroom.
Community initiatives, including the Plastic Collection Drive at the Vadodara Marathon, International Climate Action Project, and sessions on drug awareness and mental well-being, highlighted Navrachana’s ethos of social responsibility.
Navrachana Higher Secondary School, Vadodara is a Coed day school and does not provide boarding facilities.
