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impact, fostering a thoughtful environment where designed to foster a learning environment that
VICE-CHAIRPERSON’S MESSAGE every member feels seen, heard, and valued. promotes curiosity, independence, and joy for learning.

NMAJS was founded on a dream – a dream that has Our alumni network has grown to over 1,800
been realised through the collective aspirations and members in more than 18 countries. In 2025, we
efforts of educators, parents, and most notably my hosted our first Career Discovery Day, fostering idea
mother, our Founder & Chairperson, Smt. Nita M. exchange among students, parents, and alumni. The
Ambani. NMAJS, like DAIS, is grounded in the belief DAISpora newsletter, Alumni Speaker Series, and
that every child is unique, with diverse talents and DAIScover platform highlight alumni success stories,
learning styles, and has the potential to make a inspiring students and expanding their exposure to
positive impact in the world. Therefore, it is our higher education and the future of work.
responsibility to identify and nurture this potential
through holistic and values-based education. Teachers are the heart and soul of our schools. Their
passion, dedication, and expertise are what turn our
Our approach to education is guided by a vision into reality. As facilitators, mentors, role models,
commitment to inquiry, conceptual understanding, and champions of compassion, they empower our
differentiated instruction, experiential learning, and students to think critically, act ethically, and develop
transdisciplinary learning. Inquiry-based teaching into their best selves.
transforms learning into an active, student-centred
process, allowing learners to construct knowledge As we look to the future, I feel a deep sense of
by exploring their interests, beliefs, and questions. optimism and gratitude. I want to express my
This method fosters reflection and metacognition, appreciation to our leadership team, teachers, staff,
empowering students through empathy, parents, alumni, and all our supporters for their
thoughtfulness, mutual respect, collaboration, and unwavering partnership and support. A special thank
shared responsibility. you goes to our Founder & Chairperson, Smt. Nita M.
Ambani, who has always been a tremendous source
When students have a voice and the ability to choose of support and inspiration for me.
At DAIS and NMAJS, we believe education in their learning, they are more likely to take Let's cultivate in our children the skills and values that

is not only about preparing children for academic ownership of their education. We understand that will guide them to learn and live with both their
genuine learning occurs when students feel safe,
success but also about nurturing their ability to supported, and empowered to express themselves. hearts and minds. We should help them understand
that by embracing compassion in all its forms –
Therefore, we emphasise social-emotional learning,
connect with others, understand diverse perspectives, mindfulness, and well-being, ensuring that every towards people, animals, and the planet – they can
make meaningful contributions to a more
child experiences a sense of belonging and purpose.
and act with kindness and integrity. sustainable and harmonious world.
The integration of technology and digital literacy into
our curriculum has opened up new opportunities for With warmest wishes to all members of the DAIS and
learning. We are dedicated to harnessing the NMAJS family,
True education goes beyond traditional academics; it Dhirubhai Ambani International School (DAIS) and transformative potential of artificial intelligence and
ignites inspiration, instils core values, and sparks Nita Mukesh Ambani Junior School (NMAJS), we other emerging technologies to equip students with Isha Ambani Piramal
curiosity. This fosters a lifelong enthusiasm for learning, believe education is not only about preparing the skills they need for the 21st century. This will
integrity, and personal growth. This year, as we embrace children for academic success but also about empower them to use technology competently and
the theme of ‘The Power of Compassionate nurturing their ability to connect with others, responsibly, demonstrating integrity in digital spaces.
Communities’, which is both timeless and timely, I feel understand diverse perspectives, and act with
hopeful knowing that our students, teachers, and kindness and integrity. At NMAJS-EYC, our youngest learners thrive in an
families are actively shaping a world where compassion environment inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy
drives meaningful change and connection. Reflecting on the past year, I am inspired by the many and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years
ways our students have demonstrated compassion Programme. This nurturing setting encourages
In a world impacted by rapid technological and embraced the spirit of community. Whether exploration, creativity, and confidence from the very
advancements, it's common to feel isolated or through volunteering with NGOs, organising charity start. At NMAJS, children in the Primary and Middle
overwhelmed. As a result, the need for genuine drives, supporting one another in times of need, or Years engage in age-appropriate, inquiry-led learning
human connection, understanding, and care has simply reaching out to a friend to lend a listening ear, experiences. At the same time, at DAIS, our senior
never been greater. Through the power of our students have shown that compassion is not just students follow rigorous academic pathways while
compassionate communities, we can overcome a value to be taught, but a way of life to be lived. These developing leadership skills, global perspectives, and a
these challenges and foster resilience together. At acts, both big and small, create a positive, lasting strong sense of social responsibility. Our campuses are

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