Jamshedpur: In a significant recognition of educational brilliance, Kerala Samajam Model School (KSMS), Jamshedpur, has been conferred with the Sri Sri Award for Education 2026. The award, presented by the Sri Sri Ravishankar Vidya Mandir Trust, names KSMS the winner in the category of “Overall Excellence in Education.”
The accolade celebrates the school’s four-decade-long journey as a beacon of academic rigor and holistic development in the region.
A Legacy of Academic and Personal Excellence
With over 3,600 students and 128 educators, KSMS has carved a niche for itself through consistent performance in ICSE and ISC examinations. The school is widely recognized for producing exceptional toppers in both the Science and Commerce streams while maintaining a high overall school average.
However, the Sri Sri Award highlights more than just board results. The Trust noted several key pillars that set KSMS apart:
- Progressive Pedagogy: The integration of experiential learning, digital tools, and foundational literacy programs.
- Emotional Well-being: A structured focus on mental health support and student-centric engagement, creating a high-trust environment.
- Inclusive Innovation: Continuous comprehensive evaluation (CCE) methods that prioritize critical thinking and life skills over rote learning.
Shaping Future-Ready Citizens
The award citation credits the visionary leadership and value-based education at KSMS for shaping “confident, compassionate, and future-ready citizens.” By balancing modern technology with deep-rooted human values, the institution has become a model for sustainability and innovation in the national and regional education landscape.
