IBDP Graduates from Oakridge Bangalore out-perform in University Placements

This year, Oakridge IBDP students outperformed others as they grabbed admission offers into some of the most prestigious universities in the world. Over 21 students got admitted to some of the world’s best educational institutions for higher education, 7% of them received offers from top 20 University (QS 2019) and 64% of them received offers from top 100 Universities (QS 2019). Over 61 universities pursued the students this year with an average of 3 offers per student. From London School of Economics to UCLA, Virginia Tech and Kings’ College, students received offers from some of the most highly aspired Universities across the world.

It’s not just the grades but the well-rounded wholesome personality that attracts these universities. International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, is recognized as one of the best university courses in the world serves as the foundation for students. With a holistic approach, it gives students the all-round development and growth with an aim to prosper students physically, emotionally, intellectually, as well as ethically. At Oakridge - one of the best IB Schools in Bangalore, students are nurtured with the dynamic and success-oriented education program in IBDP.

The program equips them with a global perspective and helps them enhance their leadership, creative-thinking, as well as communication skills. The IB Diploma Program curriculum at Oakridge includes carefully designed learning experiences that make students not just future ready but responsible kids, who willingly look to bring positive change to society. It involves students with more practical and application-based education.

“Being one of the top International Schools in Bangalore, we at Oakridge, take university placements for higher studies very seriously. We ensure that our students have the best portfolio that every top university of this world would seek in a student profile. With the IB Diploma Program, they are given vital guidance and training for their ability. Also, they were shown the right paths to choose in order to achieve their true potential and get into their dream college”, said Amit Jain, Director, Oakridge International School Bangalore.

Names of the universities our students got offers from:

California College of the Arts, Rhode Island School of Design, Drexel University, School of the Art Institute of Chicago, NAFA – Singapore, SCAD - Savannah College of Arts and Design, LIM - Laboratory Institute of Merchandising - New York, Istituto Marangoni, Emory University, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Vanderbilt University, Rutgers Camden, Rutgers Newark, Rutgers New Brunswick, Case Western, UNC-Chapel Hill, Purdue University, University of Toronto, St.Andrews, Arizona State University, Case Western Reserve University, University of California – Davis, University of California - San Diego, The University of Washington- Seattle, Virginia Tech, Georgia Institute of Technology, University of Washington Seattle, University of Michigan, UC LA, Flame University, Newcastle University, University of Glasgow, Durham University, University of Bristol, University of Minnesota Morris & Duluth, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, New York University, University of Edinburg, University of Pittsburg, King's College London, London School of Economics, UCL (University College London) - Economics and Statistics, University of Warwick, and University of Exeter.

OAKRIDGERS’ TRIUMPH IN CBSE GRADE 12 RESULTS

Oakridgers’ across all campuses emerged triumphantly in the recently announced CBSE Grade 12 results. Over 209 students from across three Oakridge campuses appeared in this years’ exam, of which 36 students achieved 90 % and above. Over 127 students achieved 75 % and above beating their last year performance.

Tripti Singhania & Poorvi Mohan Kumar both scored (480/500) and Shubangi Gupta scored (477/500) were the top scorers overall from Gachibowli campus. While Sri Moukthika Garimella (469/500) from Bachupally campus and Samanvitha Goluguri (465/500) from Visakhapatnam campus were other top performers.

Moukthika Garimella, Top scorer from Oakridge Bachupally campus says that her 10 years at Oakridge taught her to think differently and confidently. “I express my sincere gratitude and gratefulness to all my teachers and staff that have supported me throughout my schooling ensuring that my morale stays high and encouraging me to raise the bar high every single time.”

Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Hemalatha Sanjay, Principal Oakridge International School (Bachupally campus) said, “Our CBSE grade 12 results have been remarkable. We are delighted to see that the hard work and efforts of our students have yielded these splendid results. I would also like to make a special mention of the efforts my teachers have put to warrant such phenomenal results. Class average 80% for both Commerce and Science is a prodigious accomplishment. It is indeed a proud moment for us”

Oakridge Bachupally & Visakhapatnam campuses recorded a 100% pass percentage and 8 students from across all campuses achieved a cent-percent score in various subjects like Biology, Informatics, Fine arts and fashion studies.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Biju Baby, Principal Oakridge International School (Visakhapatnam) said, “It is noteworthy, that our students continue to make us proud in CBSE grade 12 results without pressure of conventional schooling. They could achieve this while they continue to pursue their varied interest and passion. I congratulate the teachers for inspiring the students to achieve their best.”

Oakridge International School has recently become part of Nord Anglia Education, world’s leading premium school’s organization. Oakridge students will now be connected to a community of 61 international schools spread across 28 countries, with access to rich resources, support and global opportunities that enhance the schools’ already excellent teaching and learning experience.  

15-Year-Old Rohan Bodla from Oakridge wins ‘Student Entrepreneur of The Year’ Award

The premier digital platform for thought leaders - Asia Inc. 500 has named Rohan Bodla ‘Student Entrepreneur of the Year’ for 2019.

Rohan Bodla, a Grade 11 student of Oakridge, one of the best schools in Hyderabad, received the award by Hon. J A Chowdhary, (IT advisory to CM, A.P) for his startup idea, shortkahani.com. He pursued this idea over a couple of years; and his recent interview got published in Asia INC magazine, launched in T-Hub, Hyderabad during the recent World Quality Summit. The summit was set up to create one of the largest conference of Quality Assurance (QA) professionals worldwide.

Rohan’s ShortKahani.com is a WordPress built website. “Short Kahani is an online short story writing platform where people can read, write, and publish stories for a global audience. I began Short Kahani for my hobby of short story writing after realizing that it helps one in their self-awareness as they express their thoughts and feelings, so I wanted to spread this to everyone. Short Kahani is a forum where the younger generations can express themselves in their writings and develop their EI (emotional intelligence). As a part of Short Kahani, I started a few competitions and there was a good response from each contest. This is so far just a beginning and I hope to expand in the future” says Rohan.

Rohan is 15 and currently doing an education program called International Baccalaureate that is one of the reasons for his inspirations to start Short Kahani, which he mentioned during his interview with Asia INC magazine. He said “On Short Kahani, I have published 4 stories so far myself. I have had a reach of over 2000 people worldwide and several participants, who have registered as part of competitions I have conducted. I created Short Kahani over my 9th-grade summer vacation from scratch and built it for my hobby in short story writing.” Sharing his experience on receiving the award, he said, “By creating this website, I won the Student Entrepreneur of the year award from the Asia Inc. 500 magazine and also had my website featured there. These achievements so far have motivated me to keep working hard on my website and develop Short Kahani into what it is today and will work harder to make it flourish.”

Appreciating Rohan, Oakridge Gachibowli Principal said, “Rohan Bodla’s achievement is quite amazing. He fits into the mould of student entrepreneurs that we have seen on our campus over the last few years. His efforts at promoting education, literacy, and learning must be applauded and recognised at the highest levels. Rohan is on the path to being recognised as a true entrepreneur - one who embodies the values of care for the community, contribution to society and a legacy that will outlive him. We are all extremely proud of Rohan!”

You can also read Times of India, featured his inspirational story.

Tvisha, a Girl who has Grown with Oakridge

Oakridger Tvisha Mehta, who was recently graduated from NYU, was part of one of the first badges of students to join Oakridge, way back in 2001. With her blue eyes and ever smiling face, little Tvisha walked into the school each day filled with curiosity and a spirit of exploration. Over the years, Tvisha took part in many school events. She was an Academic topper, national level swimmer, Scuba Diver, Harvard MUN Delegate, Debater, the youngest member in of NYU MUNC team, City/District level Chess player, Dancer and more.

Tvisha always believed in taking an active part in activities beyond academic studies. She was on the Prefect council and executive board members and has attended 9 MUNs including 2 MITMUN, 2 OAKMUN, Ecole Mondiale MUN, and 2 Harvard MUN Hyderabad. She had participated in Elocution and Debate competition, debated at the Oxford Union during Oxford and Cambridge summer school.

She had a keen interest in the French language and has been learning the language during her 11 academic years at Oakridge, one of the top IB Schools in Hyderabad. She possesses Barcelona and Paris immersive cultural experience through Oakridge. She even started mentoring and tutoring kids in French in Francophone Exchange Program at NYU.

She also gained industry exposure during her internship with PWC and always was a champion for the social cause. Tvisha has been handling and volunteering multiple CAS activities & school events as the CAS Prefect at Oakridge, during which she organized a Health Awareness drive for underprivileged children, as well as voting awareness drive for the students. This apart, she addressed the lack of accessibility to food to areas experiencing scarcity with the help of the Nandi Foundation.
Let's hear it from her on what it takes to make it a success in life.