Events
November 2025
5th November 2025
Kannada Rajyotsava
Our language, our pride — celebrating the spirit of Karnataka with love and unity!
On 5th November, GJR celebrated Kannada Rajyotsava with great zeal and pride. The campus came alive with vibrant hues of yellow and red, echoing the spirit of Karnataka. Joyful chants of Kannada filled the air as everyone embraced the festive atmosphere. Beautiful posters showcasing the richness of Kannada culture adorned every corner.
The celebration began with the soulful rendition of “Nee Mettuva Nela.” The presenter shared an insightful narration about the significance of Kannada Rajyotsava. A melodious song dedicated to the Kannada language followed, touching every heart in the audience. Enthralling dance performances representing Karnataka’s traditional art forms — Yakshagana, Janapada, and Kodava — showcased the state’s cultural diversity.
A thought-provoking short play titled “Manassiddare Marga” conveyed the importance of learning and preserving the Kannada language in a simple yet powerful way. The event beautifully reflected the students’ love and respect for their mother tongue.
Thus, GJR paid a heartfelt tribute to the glorious Kannada language and its rich cultural heritage.
Jai Hind! Jai Karnataka!
5th November 2025
Sr KG Student Conference
Inquiry in Action — Students showcase how curiosity and exploration lead to meaningful learning.
The Student-Led Conference was a joyful celebration of inquiry and learning, where our young explorers proudly shared their understanding of two connected themes — the five senses and transportation. The learning spaces were transformed into engaging, interactive stations organized around the Inquiry Cycle, giving parents a glimpse into the students’ process of exploration, discovery, and reflection.
Guiding their parents through each station, the children confidently engaged them in hands-on activities and meaningful conversations. These stations showcased a variety of learner engagements and thinking routines that reflected how students questioned, investigated, observed, predicted, and reflected throughout their inquiries.
Through play-based learning experiences, students demonstrated how the five senses help them make sense of the world and how different modes of transport enable people to move and connect. Parents actively participated—smelling, touching, listening, and observing—as they discovered how transportation links people, places, and purposes.
The conference highlighted not only what the children learned but also how they learned—nurturing skills of curiosity, communication, critical thinking, and confidence. It was inspiring to witness students take true ownership of their learning and share it with such enthusiasm.
Overall, the event was a meaningful celebration of growth and discovery, where students proudly showcased their journey as young thinkers and explorers, and parents experienced the beauty and depth of inquiry-based, play-oriented learning.
21st November 2025
World Children's Day
Where Smiles Lead the Way: Celebrating the Heart of GJR—Our Children!
World Children’s Day was celebrated with immense excitement at GJR International School, uniting students, parents, and teachers in a vibrant atmosphere filled with creativity, warmth, and laughter. The event perfectly captured the essence of childhood—wonder, happiness, and a deep sense of belonging.
The highlight of the celebration was the heartfelt performances by our parents and teachers, who enthusiastically stepped forward to make the day truly special for our children. Their lively songs, energetic dances, engaging skits, and fun games added magic to the event and beautifully showcased the strong bond shared between our school, our learners, and their families.
Through every activity, the teachers ensured that each child felt cherished and celebrated. Their dedication reflected the GJR faculty’s unwavering commitment to nurturing joyful learning experiences and creating a supportive environment where every student thrives.
The celebration served as a powerful reminder that children are the heart and inspiration of GJR International School. Their bright smiles, talents, and dreams bring the entire community together, inspiring memorable moments like these.
As the program drew to a close, the campus resonated with applause, laughter, and the cheerful voices of children—making this World Children’s Day a truly unforgettable celebration.
Messy Play Fiesta
Splashes of Joy: Where Little Hands Learn Through Messy Magic!
Our kindergarteners dived into a world of colour, texture, and imagination during the Messy Play Fiesta—a vibrant celebration of creativity, curiosity, and sensory discovery! Aligned with the IB philosophy of inquiry-based learning, this hands-on experience invited children to explore freely, letting their natural sense of wonder lead the way.
The learning spaces buzzed with excitement as children engaged in a variety of sensory-rich stations. At the sand play corner, little hands scooped, poured, and built, strengthening fine-motor skills while shaping their own imaginative worlds. The hand-print painting station burst with colour and laughter as children joyfully expressed themselves through art, discovering patterns and creating keepsakes that captured the spirit of the day. The undeniable highlight was the slime-making corner, where children gleefully explored states of matter—mixing, stretching, and molding the gooey substance in a true spirit of playful inquiry.
Throughout the fiesta, collaboration and communication flourished. Children shared materials, exchanged ideas, and moved confidently from one experience to another, their faces glowing with excitement and accomplishment. The atmosphere shimmered with laughter, colour, and creativity as our young explorers embraced the beauty of learning through play.
The Messy Play Fiesta was more than just fun—it was a joyful journey of discovery, imagination, and growth, where every splash, squish, and giggle became a step in lifelong learning.