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FOUNDER PROFILE FOREWORDROFILE

S. Koteswara Rao, Chairman, has played an exceptional role in the field of education in Andhra Pradesh for over 30 years. A post-graduate in Chemistry, he is one of the founders of the pioneering Guntur Vikas Group of Educational Institutions that has an excellent track record of imparting education to the plus two and intermediate levels. His emphasis has always been on child-centred learning, all-round development, learning methods that connect with the real world and creating social and civic responsibility in students.

K. Mahendra Chowdary, Director, is a post- graduate in Metallurgical Engineering from Banaras Hindu University. He worked in BHEL, Hyderabad, for 20 years in various capacities culminating in the position of Additional General Manager, Research and Development, before taking voluntary retirement. Prior to BHEL he worked as a senior scientist with National Metallurgical Laboratories for 10 years. He was also on various commissions of the GOI involved with the departments of space and atomic energy.

S. Koteswara RaoChairmanAmeya World School

Dear Parent,

It gives me great pleasure to introduce Ameya World School to you.

We are faced today with a confusing array of choices in all areas of our lives. Schooling for our children is no

exception. How is a parent to decide? Here are some questions that may arise. Does the school focus on learning by

understanding so that it is meaningful? Does the school connect learning to the real world rather than just having

children memorise for an exam? Does it provide a variety of play areas and open spaces for the children? Does the

school encourage children to question and think independently?

We encourage you to visit Ameya and see for yourself our spacious 9 acre campus, the extensive playgrounds,

swimming pool, library, computing environment and laboratories. Ameya believes that children's learning should

be well grounded in strong academic fundamentals based on understanding. Games, activites, experiments and

projects are woven into the learning day for a hands-on experience that enriches the class-room experience.

We are pleased that you are considering Ameya for your child. We have tried to present here the principles of our

school and its culture. It is our sincere and heart-felt desire that Ameya provide a safe, nurturing and joyful

learning environment for our children.

We hope to see your child here!

S. Koteswara [email protected]

Ramtulasi V. S. Mandava, Director, is a pharmacy graduate and a Licensed Pharmacist with the California State Board of Pharmacy, USA. Guiding children's learning is a passion and she has held prior teaching positions at DAV Public School, Visakhapatnam Steel Plant and Dr. Shyamala Reddy Dental College, Bangalore for five years. She practiced pharmacy for close to a decade at the Palo Alto Medical Foundation, Rite Aid, San Jose, St. Louise Hospital, Santa Teresa Community Center and Hospital in San Jose, California, USA.

Mohan S. S. Mandava, Director, is a M.Tech graduate from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. Having worked in the technology sector for over 15 years, in India, Singapore and USA, he finds effective ways to apply technology to enrich student learning. He also has an abiding interest in promoting project-based learning and innovative teaching methods that can spark creativity and critical thinking in children. His motivation for founding Ameya came from the desire to provide his own children a progressive, well-rounded education.

Ameya World School is a place where children have the unique opportunity to discover their talents and

are free to explore and enjoy learning.Children are encouraged to think independently and

connect to real life situations. Our mission is to nurture each child, help them develop their potential

and ensure that they have a joyful learning experience.

OUR CURRICULUMAmeya World School believes children should have a joyous and meaningful learning experience at school. Children learn effectively and with enthusiasm when they make sense of topics and relate to them. To this end, we encourage children to explore experiment and experience as they progress through their childhood.

Ameya World School draws from proven and current scientific thinking and practices on early childhood and school education. We incorporate the best learning practices drawn from the National Curriculum Framework and reputed boards from around the world such as Cambridge International Examinations, Cambridge, UK.

Junior Programme Nursery to KG, Class I - Class III / Age 3 - 9

D I S C O V E R YJoyfully explore the world, ask questions, build basic skills

Themes to sense the world - Observe and experience the world through exciting themes like family, festivals, nature etc. that bring together many subjects.

Communicate - Build a basic vocabulary along with listening and speaking skills, listen to and tell stories, write freely and read with interest.

Analyze - Understand the concept of numbers and the skill to apply it to basic mathematical operations, counting, classifying and sequencing objects.

Nurturing Mind, Body and Spirit - Strengthen a growing body, establish relationships and embrace learning.

In addition, the school uses XSEED, developed by iDiscoveri, a leading organization working in the area of helping children learn better through teacher training, curriculum development and leadership education.

Ameya is affiliated to CBSE upto Class XII, affiliation no. 130259. The school is also accredited by Cambridge International Examinations for IGCSE.

How is Ameya World School different?· Ameya World School values how children learn during different stages of development and also addresses the needs of different learners.· Children are happy while at school and retain a sense of fulfilment even after they leave.· Teachers are empowered and trained to transact the curriculum.

Middle ProgrammeClass IV - Class VIII / Age 9 - 14

M A S T E R YAsk why and find out how things work, master concepts, apply knowledge and discover talents

Master Concepts - Understand deeply the ‘what, why, how’ of basic concepts in science, language, mathematics and social studies.

Projects to Apply Knowledge - To create practical projects - publish a magazine, build a machine, tend a garden.

Discover a Talent - Deepen each child’s interest in one or more areas like sports or music or literature.

Confident and Connected - Handle unknown situations, express feelings, work in teams and make decisions.Senior Programme

Class IX - Class XII / Age 14 - 18

E X C E L L E N C ESolve complex problems, choose a career and be confident to face life’s challenges

Solve Problems - Understand higher-order concepts and use proof, reasoning and research to find solutions.

Express Creatively - Master writing and speaking, images and music to create original work.

Apprentice with experts - Work under professionals (doctors, musicians, scientists etc.) to connect with a career of choice.

Prepare for Boards and Career Entrance - Self-study habits, test-taking skills, individual attention to succeed in examinations.

AMEYA WORLD SCHOOL / 2 - 3

“The v is i t to the renowned Neuro Surgeon,

Dr. B . D. Bharat S ingh Naik, was eventfu l . I t was a t r ip

worthwhi le and a l i fet ime exper ience to meet a personal i ty

l ike him. He is a man of great committment, and an

exemplary example for the budding doctors . His dexter i ty

in his f ie ld is incredib le . Even though we are just h igher

secondary students, he was more than happy and wi l l ing to

share his knowledge. He even showed videos of surger ies

he performed. He is s imply amazing. He said his profess ion

is h is pass ion. He was informat ive and inspirat ional as

wel l .”

An opportunity to meet top professionals lets students live their future profession and gain precious advice. The experience motivates them to strive harder to achieve their goals.


Designing learning that keeps children absorbed and excited through their schooling experience

Deeksha, Class XII, 2014

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Dr. B. D. Bharath Singh NaikM.S., M.Ch.Consultant Neurosurgeon, HOD - Dept. of Neurosurgery, Manipal Hospital, Visakhapatnam

REAL LIFE CLASSROOMS WITH REAL LIFE LEADERS


S. Varada RajuAddl. Deputy Commissioner of Police, Visakhapatnam

Dr. T. S. S. K. PatroPh.D (IARI), FPPAI, FASBAgricultural Research StationVisakhapatnam

REAL AND ENGAGINGCLASSROOMSField TripsThroughout the schooling year, Ameya conducts various profession-related field trips for students to interact and observe accomplished professionals in action. Field Trips enable composite learning. They extend learning beyond the classroom and offer opportunities for experiential learning.

Sessions with leading personalitiesSuccessful professionals from various walks of life come to the school and talk to students.

Beyond Blackboard and ChalkAt Ameya, our teachers are always exploring on innovative ways to teach, using models and activities. This makes learning interesting and engaging.

Presentations and Class DebatesWhen students prepare for a debate or a presentation, apart from skills of presentation and oratory, they learn to defend their viewpoints and substantiate these with data and evidence. It also makes them listen to and empathise with others’ opinions.

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“ I, a long with four f r iends, got a golden opportuni ty of interact ing with an agr icul tura l sc ient ist . He shared with us few noteworthy inc idents in his l i fe . He showed us the equipment he used for producing new var iety of seeds and products . He recent ly launched white ragi and white gram. He was so inspirat ional that two of us decided to become agr icul tura l sc ient ists .”

“ I, a long with four f r iends, got a golden opportuni ty of interact ing with an agr icul tura l sc ient ist . He shared with us few noteworthy inc idents in his l i fe . He showed us the equipment he used for producing new var iety of seeds and products . He recent ly launched white ragi and white gram. He was so inspirat ional that two of us decided to become agr icul tura l sc ient ists .”

“We got a chance to interact with the Deputy Commissioner of Pol ice (Cr ime Branch) of Visakhapatnam Distr ic t . The interact ion has lef t an impress ion in my memory. The DCP gave us a descr ipt ion of the dut ies performed by his off icers . He a lso gave us a g ist of how they process the proceedings in a case, the var ious degrees of interrogat ion and about the people involved in the cr ime. Truly, i t was an honour to have been in the presence of such a reputed personal i ty.”

“We got a chance to interact with the Deputy Commissioner of Pol ice (Cr ime Branch) of Visakhapatnam Distr ic t . The interact ion has lef t an impress ion in my memory. The DCP gave us a descr ipt ion of the dut ies performed by his off icers . He a lso gave us a g ist of how they process the proceedings in a case, the var ious degrees of interrogat ion and about the people involved in the cr ime. Truly, i t was an honour to have been in the presence of such a reputed personal i ty.”

Poojitha, Class VIIIPoojitha, Class VIII

“ I jo ined Ameya in the year 2009. I l ike Ameya for the

infrastructure, teaching through act iv i t ies and teachers

who are f r iendly and pay indiv idual at tent ion. I was an

average student . I g ive credi t to the teachers at Ameya for

the guidance they rendered in improving my academics. I

was g iven the sobr iquet 'Knight ' by my c lass teacher who

ident i f ied my helpful and kind nature. That boosted my

conf idence. My wrongs were r ighted, my strengths

ident i f ied and improved. Ameya has metamorphosed me

into a lovable, independent and responsib le indiv idual .”

Focusing on each child based on his/her strengths, weaknesses and interests has helped a high percentage of students get better with time.


Recognizing that schooling is about each individual child and not the system

Manish, Class XII, 2014

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CHILD CENTRIC LEARNINGAmeya World SchoolThe joy of learning for life!The school has a friendly environment with an outstanding way to make even the simplest topics seem amazing. One of the most amazing things about our school which most schools don’t offer, is a pollution free area where kids enjoy learning. Another thing about my school is that there is some sort of bond between us and the teachers which is so hard to explain. Our Principal is a kind man. With no doubt, I can assure anyone who meets him will definitely like him. The best thing I like about our school is how time flies...once we set foot in it, it is almost time to leave.

Hruday Venkatasia, Class VI

Ameya's goal is for all children to do well and

learn better. For two consecutive years, for CBSE Class 10 boards, total class average CGPA

has been 9.0+ / 10.

My School...My WorldIt’s almost two years since I and my brother have been in Ameya and I have nothing to complain about. I have a lot of great friends, friendly teachers, and yes, the one thing that makes it just exceptional is we have three to four games periods out of the five or six days we attend... this is why it’s my WORLD.

Kalki, Class IX

“Ameya means boundless. In Ameya there is boundless learning, laughter and joy. In Ameya everything is balanced. Educat ion and sports are equal ly important , each with i ts own pr ior i t ies . The teachers here are unique, they search for the potent ia l h idden in a student and try to tap i t and enhance i t . The best th ing about Ameya is the ambience. I t is s i tuated far f rom the disturbance of the c i ty surrounded with greenery. I am very g lad that I jo ined Ameya for i t has changed me to be the best and has put me on top in th is compet i t ive wor ld. . .”

“ Ameya means boundless. In Ameya there is boundless learning, laughter and joy. In Ameya everything is balanced. Educat ion and sports are equal ly important , each with i ts own pr ior i t ies . The teachers here are unique, they search for the potent ia l h idden in a student and try to tap i t and enhance i t . The best th ing about Ameya is the ambience. I t is s i tuated far f rom the disturbance of the c i ty surrounded with greenery. I am very g lad that I jo ined Ameya for i t has changed me to be the best and has put me on top in th is compet i t ive wor ld. . .”

Vivek Bhargav, Class XIISchool Captain 2013-14Vivek Bhargav, Class XIISchool Captain 2013-14

“China! The name br ings a f lood of memories of the

educat ional t r ip to the country. China has a spectacular

landscape, large populat ion and hect ic t raff ic . Shanghai –

modern in every way and Bei j ing – very nat ive are in

complete contrast to each other. In Bei j ing, even today,

cyc le r ickshaws are a means of t ransport , people buy

grocer ies at the local market and use cyc les for t ravel l ing

short d istances. And the best part , the c i ty hosts the

Great Wal l of China. The people of China are amiable and

welcoming.”

We follow best practices in education, activity-based learning and internationally acclaimed programmes. As part of our experiential learning programme, we encourage students to independently explore their neigbourhood, city, state, nation and the countries across the globe while on school educational trips.


Understanding that education involves the development of a complete individual - mind, body and spirit

Rahul, Class XII, 2014

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WHOLISTIC DEVELOPMENTSportsAmeyans participate in diverse sports activities. Skills in specific sports such as Swimming, Skating, Football and Basketball are built throughout the school year.

MusicThe music curriculum at Ameya introduces students to the world of music in a global sense and enables them to be appreciative of good music. The Music Room has various musical instruments and Instructional Aids.

DanceThe dance curriculum exposes students to the rich history and heritage of classical indian dance forms.

Visual ArtThe primary purpose of the visual art curriculum is the creation of Aesthetic Awareness. This learning gives students the ability to appreciate visual art in totality and also to recognise its primary components: Form and Colour.

Social SkillsStudents look forward to the daily bus trip to school where they can spend fun time with their friends and bond with fellow students. This creates camaraderie and helps in the overall development of social skills in students.

“Every morning, I wake up feel ing happy and exc i ted about my journey on the bus. I board the bus feel ing f resh and joyful as I wi l l be surrounded by students of d i fferent c lasses. I fee l the bus r ide g ives me suff ic ient t ime to interact with my schoolmates. People who were just 'SOMEONE' to me are now my dearest f r iends. And how can I s i t s i lent with such wonderful people around me? I enjoy every moment ta lk ing and having fun in the bus.”

“ Every morning, I wake up feel ing happy and exc i ted about my journey on the bus. I board the bus feel ing f resh and joyful as I wi l l be surrounded by students of d i fferent c lasses. I fee l the bus r ide g ives me suff ic ient t ime to interact with my schoolmates. People who were just 'SOMEONE' to me are now my dearest f r iends. And how can I s i t s i lent with such wonderful people around me? I enjoy every moment ta lk ing and having fun in the bus.”

Diyanshu, Class IXDiyanshu, Class IX

“When I was interv iewed, I was asked to teach a topic in

Mathemat ics without us ing blackboard and chalk. I was

bewi ldered! That moment made me think hard. Af ter jo in ing

Ameya, with the help of the XSEED curr iculum, I s tar ted

teaching Mathemat ics in a more interest ing and enjoyable

way through act iv i t ies . The act iv i ty based method makes

chi ldren understand concepts quicker and better. Now

whatever I see, I ponder on how to re late the object to a

concept in Mathemat ics .”

Every teacher at Ameya loves their subject and each student. Teachers focus on the joy of childhood for younger children and as the children grow the focus moves to excellence - ”Aim High and Dream Big”


Finding and supporting teachers who love children, love teaching and are capable of inspirational leadership

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EMPOWERED TEACHERSXSEED and IDISCOVERYXSEED helps implement innovative teaching methods and experiential learning in classrooms that challenge current standards and raises the bar on teaching and learning. Our teachers undergo iDiscoveri XSEED training sessions in addition to regular professional development training to help children in hands-on and effective learning.

Parental InvolvementAt Ameya, we consider parental involvement in their child’s school education as a critical success factor in the overall development of every student. We conduct periodic Parent - Teacher Meetings to keep parents updated on the progress of their child in scholastic and co-scholastic areas.

Teacher appreciation certificates to teachers of Ameya from the HRD Minister, Government of India

Greatness begins with youA life without curiosity is quite simply a boring life. In a recent visit to one of the classes in a reputed school the topic to be taught was ‘’Nightmares’’. The class was like a mourning place. Pin drop silence... no questions...no comments...just silence. I felt no one understood what I was saying. I came back to Ameya, entered a class, and took up the same topic. I was spellbound. The class was responding like rockets; it was raining questions. Reflecting back I realised somewhere, we, at Ameya, are responsible for it, to develop this high level of curiosity in the children. The XSEED training is a major catalyst. I have learnt how to make students curious and encourage them to keep on learning.

Rashmi Chowdhury, English Department

“ In the midst of scenic beauty, l ies the smal l v i l lage SOS,

where s i lence is more e loquent than words. SOS is an

orphanage that is inhabi ted by fami l ies each of which

comprises ten orphans cared for by a foster mother. Each

fami ly l ives separate ly. On the day of our v is i t we were

welcomed by Navya, a pretty l i t t le g i r l whose bi r thday i t

was. We celebrated Navya’s b i r thday and shared g i f ts and

chocolates with her. We also played throw bal l and

basketbal l wi th the SOS k ids. This day is etched as one of

the most memorable days in our l i fe .”

Ameya Students are trained to be community helpers. They take part in multiple activities that help them better understand their society and community.

Organic Farming and Gardening on Campus

Roshan of Ameya at Omkarand Lions School for the Deaf


Ensuring that the school is connected to the local community and the world at large

Divyasree, Class X

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SOS Children’s VillageBheemunipatnamVisakhapatnam


Large 9 acre Campus at Sangivalasa

Residential Hostels for Boys & GirlsDining HallInfirmaryState-of-the-art Library

Large Outdoor Spaces for Sports and Activities

AmphitheatreSwimming PoolSkating Rink

Resource RoomsMultipurpose HallsComputer LabScience Labs

Basketball CourtPlaygroundsSTEM Labs with Littlebits and Robotics kits

Residential Facilities

We provide excellent residential school facilities for both boys and girls from Grade I upwards. Personalized care is taken and children are supported intellectually and provided an environment that is homely and supportive with the help of caring wardens and staff. The school has a resident nurse and a visiting doctor and well-equipped infirmary, spacious rooms, recreation rooms, cafeteria, dining halls and media rooms apart from other state-of-the-art facilities.

We also provide excellent after- school activities for day boarders and children of our residential school from 3:30 pm onwards. Children are offered healthy snacks and lunch and are engaged in exciting activities by members of the teaching/support staff.

The adults in charge are trained to take appropriate measures that ensure utmost safety of the children in their care, besides addressing their day-to-day needs.

Student Safety : A Top Priority

· Professional Security Team at school premises

· Safety in transport - GPS Tracking and a teacher in every bus, at all times, while in transit

· School Campus exceeding National Building and Fire Code Standards

· Earthquake-resistant Building Construction

· Food Safety - RO Drinking Water Plant, Safety and Hygiene in food preparation

INFRASTRUCTURE & FACILITIES

AMEYA WORLD SCHOOL

We stepped into Ameya with great expectations and are fully satisfied that we have made the right decision. Our children have never looked back from the day they entered into Ameya. We are glad to say that our children have furthered their studies with minimum stress and at the same time they have got a feel of a different variety of sport, art forms, developed good personality, concern towards others, virtues, all of which go to make a complete person. We are fortunate that we have joined our children into Ameya where they get almost all that is required for proper growth and development of children, into bright shining stars of tomorrow.

Mrs. and Mr. Emandi SrinivasParents of Diyanshu and Devejya

PARENT TESTIMONIALS

Ameya is a place where kids get time to do all kinds of stuff. Kids here, just don’t learn things but they learn it with a live experience. We have our both daughters in Ameya! And we are very happy with their schooling! So are our kids!

Mrs. and Mr. KrishnakanthParents of Nanditha and Namratha

Thank you AMEYA for listening to our needs from past 4 years and fulfilling them with patience and we sincerely appreciate the effort the management makes to run the school and always keeps the parents involved on every detail, even a slight delay of the bus. Keep going everybody, your hard work and efficiency will give you good result. All the Best.

Mrs. and Mr. Rakesh Godavarthi Parents of Kavya

Our child, till grade V, was much dependant on us. But once he started a new life in Ameya World School , a tremendous transformation came over him. The first change we noticed in him was that he started speaking in English. One day he came to us and said,”May I go on the educational tour to Hyderabad?”. We were surprised. We doubted whether it is our child who has become so bold. We were in a dilemma. Would he be able to manage on his own? We decided to give it a try. After his return from the tour we were glad to know that he throughly enjoyed the trip. He assured us that henceforth he would be able to manage his affairs. He has stood by his word. That’s the kind of courage and learning Ameya has given our child. We are now confident that he would be able to face the challenges of life with the kind of exposure he gets at Ameya.

Mrs. and Mr. M. Ravi KumarParents of Roshan

Ameya provides an atmosphere conducive to all round development of the kids - far from the madding crowd. We are happy to have our kids in Ameya.

Mrs.(Dr.) and Mr.(Dr.) Dhanaraj S. ChongthamParents of Adhiraj and Melanie Chongtham

Our hunt for an ideal school was on ever since our daughter turned two. We found Ameya World School to be very promising. The huge campus abundant with nature and friendly environment assured us of our child’s progress here. Our daughter thoroughly enjoyed her three years spent at Ameya. The school is very much student-centric and has adopted a very good curriculum. The School authorities are very responsive to anything related to the student – even the smallest of the issues. We congratulate those at the helm of affairs for their vision and their efforts to realize it. We wish Ameya the very best and much more.

Mrs. and Mr. A. V. ChallamParent of Radha

HOW TO APPLYApplication forms can be obtained from the school office or downloaded from the website. Forms need to be completed and submitted to the school office with all necessary documents (copy of birth certificate, transfer certificate, copies of prior academic records), photographs etc. attached.We will meet each and every valid applicant. Parents will be intimated about the status of admission and can then complete all admission procedures. For more information you can also email [email protected]

Visit us for a School Tour. We are closer than you think!

Nursery, KG and Junior Programme Class I - Class IIIWe will be meeting parents for an interaction and a dialogue on prior appointment. It is essential that both parents attend. There will be no test or interview for the child although the child can accompany the parents to school.

Middle and Senior Programme Class IV - Class XIIWe will meet both parents and the child on prior appointment. Please carry the child’s Cumulative Academic Record of the previous year. Parents will be informed regarding the date and time of individual meetings once registration forms have been filled completely and submitted.

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