English

The English Department is the creative Laboratory of The Scindia School. This Department not only prepares students for examinations but also for creative writing, oratory and theatrical excellence. The Department comprises a dedicated team of English teachers of high calibre and immense creative wisdom. Apart from a focused thrust on producing good Board results, the teachers work towards strengthening language skills of the students through various literary activities.

Public Speaking, Dramatics, Reading clubs, website updates, theatre and major school publications are handled by the members of the faculty. The teachers also conduct fun activities and poetry evenings to whet the appetite of the students for the language.

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  Dr Smita Trivedi, HOD
  

  Dr Smita Trivedi

  HOD , English Department

  She has a master's degree and a Ph.D. in English. Dr Trivedi has a wide teaching experience ranging from ISC to CBSE schools for over a period of twenty-one years. She has taught Graduate and Post Graduate students as well. With many accomplishments to her credit, she was awarded ‘The Post Graduate Certificate Examination in Teaching of English’ in 2010 conducted by The English and Foreign Languages University, Hyderabad, with distinction and grade point of 3.71 out of 4.00.

  Appointed by CBSE as the Master Trainer for Pune Region, Dr Trivedi has played an active role in taking workshops for CBSE schools. As a Department Head, she feels that the goal of true leadership is to nurture a safe learning environment both for the teacher and the taught. Punctuality, grit and determination are her core strengths and she strongly believes that there is no shortcut to success except through hard work.

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  Mr Sankha Chakraborty, FACULTY
  

  Mr Sankha Chakraborty

  Faculty , English Department

  Mr Sankha Chakraborty is a distinguished English educator with a Graduation in English Honours from Vidyasagar University and a Masters from Swami Vivekanand Subharti University. A TOEFL-certified teacher, he has 12 years of experience in top CBSE schools in Delhi-NCR. He earned the 'Excellence in Teaching Award' for his innovative methods and helping students achieve 99% in Board exams. Also a poet, Mr Chakraborty writes in both English and his vernacular, with his works featured in magazines like 'Pratyaya.'
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  Mr Ruchir Sharma, FACULTY
  

  Mr Ruchir Sharma

  Faculty , English Department

  Mr Ruchir Sharma brings over eight years of English teaching experience to the school. His passion for literature and language is evident in his role as a mentor for students, preparing for competitive exams like CAT, CLAT, IELTS, and CUET. A skilled coach for debates, elocutions, and writing competitions, Mr Sharma is also a poet and an avid sports enthusiast.
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  Ms Pratiksha Chhetri, FACULTY
  

  Ms Pratiksha Chhetri

  Faculty , English Department

  Ms Pratiksha is a dedicated English educator with a deep passion for literature, language, and student growth. With 8 years of experience in teaching, she is renowned for creating an engaging and dynamic classroom environment where students feel inspired to explore the power of words and ideas. She wants to make even the most challenging concepts relatable and exciting through her innovative ideas of conducting classes. Whether analyzing classic novels, guiding students in creative writing, or honing critical thinking skills, she encourages every student to discover their unique voice and perspective. Her lessons are a blend of intellectual rigor and creative exploration, ensuring each student gains confidence not just in English, but in self-expression. Beyond the curriculum, Pratiksha is a dedicated mentor, helping students grow both academically and personally. Her enthusiasm for English is infectious, and she takes pride in nurturing a love for reading and writing in every learner.
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  Mr Chetan Bhatia, FACULTY
  

  Mr Chetan Bhatia

  Faculty , English Department

  Mr Chetan Bhatia has joined the Department of English in 2022. He has a good experience of teaching English in reputed schools of the country. He also has a degree in Mechanical Engineering and Education. He is a proactive learner with a flair for adapting emerging trends and addressing industry requirements to achieve organisational objectives and profitability norms. He believes in nurturing students to become effective communicators with excellent relationship building and interpersonal skills.
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  Mr George Varghese, FACULTY
  

  Mr George Varghese

  Faculty , English Department

  Mr George Varghese is equipped with a substantial work experience of 32 years and has worked in various institutions such as Bhartiyam Vidya Niketan, Gwalior, Sehwag International School, Jhajjar, St. Francis Inter College, Hathras, UP and Sanjay Ghodawat International School, Kolhapur. He is qualified with a remarkable triple MA in English, Sanskrit and Malayalam, a B.Ed., PGDCA and is a Certified AI Hygiene Practitioner. He is a service-oriented educator with a deep sense of empathy and compassion. He loves to travel.
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  Mr Saurabh Kaul, FACULTY
  

  Mr Saurabh Kaul

  Faculty , English Department

  He has a rich experience of working with an internationally reputed school in Jakarta before joining The Scindia School and he was teaching English Literature & Language in the Middle Year Programme and Diploma Programme. Mr Kaul has a total teaching experience of eighteen years. His keen interest in English theatre and plays prove to be vital in the overall language development of children. He believes in working on quality and excellence through innovation & continuous improvement.
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  Ms Sneha Bhagat, FACULTY
  

  Ms Sneha Bhagat

  Faculty , English Department

  She has completed her master's in English and B.Ed from the University of Delhi. Other than academics, Ms Bhagat has interests in dramatics, cultural activities and art. She believes in the holistic development of learners and that every learner is unique in his/her own way. Her idea of education is that co-curricular activities and academics go hand in hand. She integrates lessons with life skills and to enable students to realize their dreams and ambitions, to lead successful and happy lives.

• ‘The Anvil’, a book containing ten stories, all by Scindians was published as a book by the Quill Writer’s Club in 2018.
• Shubham Agarwal, Kshitij Dogra, Yanglem Arjun Singh and Ansh Garg have made us proud by being among the top writers in the national Nanhi Chaan Essay Writing Contests in various years from 2016 to 2021.
• The academic results have shot up by 14% since 2017 and recorded an all-time high aggregate of 92% in 2020.