Two schools from India have made it to the shortlist for the Global Schools Prize 2026, a prestigious international award recognizing innovative educational practices. The shortlisted institutions are The Riverside School in Ahmedabad and The Akanksha Foundation in Mumbai.
Recognition for Innovation
The Global Schools Prize, organized by T4 Education in collaboration with UNESCO, aims to highlight schools that are transforming education through innovative approaches. The shortlist includes 10 schools from around the world, with India securing two spots.
The Riverside School
The Riverside School in Ahmedabad is known for its student-centered learning model that emphasizes critical thinking and creativity. The school has been recognized for its unique curriculum that integrates real-world problem-solving into daily lessons.
The Akanksha Foundation
The Akanksha Foundation, based in Mumbai, operates a network of schools serving underprivileged communities. It has been praised for its holistic development programs that combine academic excellence with social and emotional learning.
Impact on Education
The shortlist underscores the growing recognition of Indian schools on the global stage. Both institutions have demonstrated measurable improvements in student outcomes and have inspired similar models in other countries.
Selection Process
The winners will be announced in November 2026, with the selected school receiving a $50,000 prize. The evaluation criteria include innovation, impact, and scalability of the educational practices.
Education experts believe that this recognition will encourage more schools in India to adopt innovative teaching methods and focus on holistic student development.
