Doon International School, established in 1993, today teaches students from its three campuses at Mohali, Dehradun and Pondha. Keen and active minds are encouraged to think, analyze, create and express, preparing good citizens and leaders for tomorrow.Doon International School is committed to the cause of quality education, where faculty, staff and administration, in partnership with the parents, students and community are committed to provide a safe and disciplined learning environment that promotes academic, intellectual, personal and social development of our children. We aim to develop our children into capable, responsible, caring, and ethical world citizens.
• DIS was ranked no. 1 Day cum Boarding School of Uttarakhand (2013) by Education World Magazine. • Ranked Top Coeducational, Day cum Boarding School of Uttarakhand by Education Today Survey 2016 • DIS was awarded for ‘INNOVATIVE PRACTICES FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE’ at the WORLD EDUCATION AWARDS ceremony organised by DIGITAL LEARNING MAGAZINE on August 10th 2018 at New Delhi wherein 37 schools and 7 universities from around the world were awarded in different categories. • ‘TOP SCHOOLS OF INDIA’ Award by Elets Adding another feather to our cap, Doon International School was conferred the ‘ TOP SCHOOLS OF INDIA’ award by Elets at the 6th School Leadership Summit held on 24th February, 2018, at Eros Hotel in New Delhi. • DIS was adjudged the Best Senior Secondary School 2018 on December 10th 2018, by DIVYA HIMGIRI STATE LEVEL EDUCATION EXCELLENCE AWARDS SCREENING COMMITTEE comprising of top bureaucrats, school Principals, journalists and other prominent personalities of the state. • DIS was AWARDED as BEST CHAIN OF SCHOOLS by the Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat at a glittering ceremony organized by HNN News Channel in July 2018. • Doon International School was adjudged the 'BEST DAY & BOARDING SCHOOL OF UTTARAKHAND 2016' by TV 100. The prestigious 'EDUCATION EXCELLENCE AWARD' was presented to the Chairman of the School, Mr. D. S Mann by the Hon'bleChief Minister, Mr. Trivendra Singh Rawat and Minister of Higher Education, Mr. Dhan Singh Rawat.
Doon International School is from Nursery level to Class 12 and follows the curriculum laid down by the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi. The course of studies is international in its scope and ambit and includes subjects like English, Hindi, Mathematics, Sciences, History, Geography, Arts and Craft, Physical Education ,Yoga ,several languages etc. Students at the senior secondary level are offered a variety of subjects to choose from, giving the students the widest possible opportunity to specialize in their chosen areas of interest. Academic excellence remains a key area of focus for the school. The school provides all its students unrivalled opportunities to realize their full academic potential. There are over hundred full time members of the teaching staff who are chosen not only for their own intellectual skills but also for their ability and enthusiasm in communicating them to boys and girls of all ages. The teachers are well supported by several technicians and other ancillary and administrative staff. Teachers are encouraged to be flexible and individual in their approach. The commitment of the school to excellence in academics is reflected in the consistently outstanding performance of its students in the annual examinations conducted by the CBSE. The school students have consistently achieved 100% results in the Board exams conducted by the CBSE. The school is recognised as a Centre for Academic Excellence and a large number of students regularly clear Competitive Exams and enter reputed Universities in India and abroad.
Students at Doon International School are always encouraged to explore their potential in the world of the Arts. The students are trained to play various Indian and Western musical instruments and are also taught Indian & Western Vocal Music. A special emphasis is laid on Art and Craft work and it is an integral part of the school curriculum. Students are taught to draw, paint and create unique craft work using different mediums, materials and techniques.
At Doon International School, we aspire for excellence in everything…including sports. We have a variety of sports activities so that students from all age groups can enjoy, unwind and keep fit. We have outstanding coaches who train the students how to beat the opposition with skill and good sportsmanship. Inter-House and Inter-School matches are a common feature in our school calendar and routine. Many of our students and teams excel in sports at the State and at the National level.
India's landscape, flora and fauna provide unmatched opportunities for the expeditions and field visits which are vital to our multidisciplinary curriculum and educational philosophy. Educational and adventure camps are part of the annual calendar and students go to discover, understand and bond with nature. This strengthens the bonds of interdependence and helps our students understand and value natural resources. It also teaches them flexibility, comradeship and preservation. School staff and travel experts plan the trips and also accompany the students who are taken to suitable and age appropriate places of interest. Day picnics are regularly organised to break the mundane school routine so students have something exciting to look forward to.
Science labs, Smart Classes , well stocked Library, Computer labs with latest softwares and machines for providing unmatched educational experience to our students.
Students clubs and memberships in IAYP International Award for Young People, Rotary Interact club, Eco club, GK club, Debating society, Literary club, , Photography club etc for increased student involvement
Educational tours and outings to build awareness among students. Leisure activties and outings are also planned for the residential students once a month.
Career counselling and other counselling services are provided for all students.
Competitive Exam Coaching for IIT, Medical entrance . School has a tie up with the renowned Bansal Classes, Kota for this purpose.
Our leadership programmes are rooted in a strong commitment to support students in their ongoing development as leaders. We inculcate leadership qualities in the students, by allowing them to take the lead in various activities and projects. We have various committees, such as Student Committee, Assembly Committee, House Committee, and Events Committee, which are led by students and provide them with an initial grounding in leading others. We also organize in house and external leadership training workshops to develop leadership skills amongst students. Our leadership activities help students to: Become more self-aware Identify improvement areas Boost self-esteem and morale Practice public confidence and expressing themselves clearly to others Develop their organizational skills and the ability to manage others Develop overall personality and promote ‘can-do’ attitudes
Extensive sports coaching by professional coaches. Art and Craft, Dance and Drama, Music and Dance are also important subjects in the integrated school curriculum for the holistic development of students. Debates, Recitation Competitions, Quizzes are all part of the school routine to help build communication skiils among the students.
Mrs M.K Mann MA English (Gold Medalist), B.Ed • Under her visionary and dynamic leadership, the Doon International School, Dehradun which she founded in 1993, has been ranked the number 1. CBSE School in the state of Uttarakhand. • Confered with award for “Distinguished Services in the field of Education” by Honourable Chief Minister of New Delhi, Mrs. Sheila Dixit in 2001. • Awarded “Distinguished Educationist Award” for providing Quality Education in the Uttarakhand State by the Honourable Governor Sardar Surjit Singh Barnala in 2003. • Confered with the “PUNJAB RATAN” award by tHonourable Governor of Haryana, His Excellency Dr. A.K. Kidwai at the All India Conference of Intellectuals for her achievements and rare accomplishments in September 2007. • Felicitated with the “Distinguished Service Award” by Maj Gen Mandip Singh, VSM, in a function organized by the Principals Progressive School’s Association in the year 2016. • The Rotary Foundation has also honored her in the year 2015 with an award for her extraordinary contribution to the field of education. • Mrs. M. K Mann is a Rotarian, a Social Activist, a ‘Paul Harris Fellow’ and she has worked devotedly towards causes that contribute to the upliftment of the weaker sections of the society. • Member of Tasmania All India Educational and Social Welfare Society. • She is associated with a number of countries and has promoted equality, brotherhood and communal harmony.
Brigadier Binod Kumar (Retd) M Sc (Mathematics), M Ed, Senior Defence Management Course * Instructor, National Defence Academy, Indian Military Academy, Officers Training Academy. * Chief Instructor, AEC Training College & Centre, Pachmarhi * Principal Sainik School Ghorakhal, Nainital * Deputy Director General (Right to Information), Indian Army * Commandant, AEC Training College & Centre, Pachmarhi * Awarded with General Officer Commanding in Chief, Army Training Command Commendation card in 2001 and 2015. Awarded with Chief Of Army Staff Commendation card in 2013
