With rising academic excellence and a historic cultural legacy, Bhopal emerges as a premier learning destination

• Abhishek Mohan Gupta, President of the Board of Management at Shrewsbury International School India says, the city’s reputation for academic excellence, lower cost of living and exceptional quality of life have made it a perfect fit for the prestigious Shrewsbury brand 

JAMMU: In an era of rapid technological and socio-economic changes, world-class education is essential for innovation and bridging skill gaps. The rising demand for quality education worldwide indicates a growing interest in contemporary and holistic teaching pedagogies.In its 'States of Fragility' 2022 report, the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) highlights, “Investments in human capital can be a source of resilience over the long term and help ensure the well-being of future societies, especially in countries with large youth populations.” This is particularly true for India, which has the largest youth demographic.

Mirroring this emphasis on human capital development, international residential schools have experienced a significant increase in enrollment numbers – most notably at Shrewsbury International School India – the first Indian campus of the esteemed Shrewsbury School UK - which now attracts students not only from across India, but also from the US, UK, UAE, Nepal and Bangladesh.
 
The school starts its first academic session from August 8, 2025 in Bhopal, the capital city of Madhya Pradesh, a state which is poised to emerge as India’s next education powerhouse.Already home to a wealth of universities and colleges, Madhya Pradesh is all set to accelerate its research and innovation with the launch of Prime Minister’s Centres of Excellence across all 55 districts."Shrewsbury International School India could not have found a better home than Bhopal. Our campus not only represents the global aspirations of Indian students, but is also a tribute to the state’s future-forward education policies.

The city offers a well-connected central location and a rich cultural heritage. It is already home to nationally-reputed institutes such as AIIMS, Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT) and Rajiv Gandhi Prodyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV), and the establishment of Shrewsbury will further enrich this academic ecosystem, setting new standards for holistic learning," says Abhishek Mohan Gupta.The school has been in the news recently for its state-of-the-art 150-acre campus with purpose-built facilities for academics, sports, performing arts and residential living. “Shrewsbury in India will forge an exceptional learning environment with a commitment towards integrating the rich cultural values of India with the best of British independent education.

All activities and offerings at the campus deeply reflect our vision to impart whole-person education to every pupil who joins the Shrewsbury family,” says Dominic Tomalin, the Founding Headmaster at Shrewsbury International School India."Our emphasis on character building and cross-cultural learning is drawing a lot of attention. The pastoral system, unique to Shrewsbury, prioritises not just academic excellence but mental and emotional well-being of pupils. Our wider school community is supported by dedicated staff consisting of mentors, housemasters, housemistresses, tutors and counsellors, thereby creating a support system where all students feel wholly nurtured,” says Peter Willett, the Deputy Head of Pastoral at Shrewsbury.Reiterating that Madhya Pradesh is the perfect alternative for those looking for high-quality and affordable learning alternatives, Abhishek Mohan Gupta says, "The state’s reputation for academic excellence and lower cost of living has made it a perfect fit for the school. We envision each of our students truly experiencing an international culture without having to leave the country.”