Threads of Wonder 

Our UKG learners had a wonderful time visiting the Swadesh Exhibition at NMACC. They watched traditional weavers at work and were amazed by how threads came together to make beautiful patterns. Their curious questions and wide-eyed wonder made the visit even more special. One of the highlights was a fun block printing activity, where the children got to create their own colourful art on paper. It was messy, creative, and so much fun! It gave them a new love for handmade things.

As they explored different stalls, touched fabrics, and looked closely at colours and designs, they began to understand how stories, traditions, and culture are woven into every piece of art.

This hands-on field trip turned into a joyful journey of discovery, where our little learners didn’t just see the art, they became part of it.

Interhouse Art Competition MYP 

With majestic brushstrokes and bold ideas, our students showcased incredible creativity and heart in this year’s art competition!

Grades 6–8 explored sustainability and selflessness, reminding us that protecting our planet starts with caring for each other.

Grades 9–11 brought the theme "Small actions, big impact" to life, proving that even the smallest effort can spark meaningful change with talent, thoughtfulness, and passion in every piece! 

Placements: 

1st – Jaguars

2nd – Lions

3rd – Panthers

Buddha Purnima Celebrations at EYC

Our young learners came together for an assembly to celebrate Buddha Purnima. The children listened carefully to the story of Gautam Buddha’s life. The story helped them learn about his teachings and the important values of kindness, mindfulness, and peace that he practised. During the assembly, students and teachers took calm breaths, sat in quiet reflection, and shared warm smiles. 
The peaceful atmosphere allowed our youngest members to connect with these important ideas. We hope that the calm and compassion felt during this assembly will guide our learners in their daily lives.

Sharing Adventures, Building Bridges

On May 6th, our students actively participated in a vibrant online Round Square Worldwide 'Show and Tell' event, connecting with peers from schools across the globe. The engaging theme for this session was “Our Favourite Adventure,” challenging students to share their memorable experiences through concise 2-minute presentations followed by an interactive Q & A session.

Representing NMAJS, our students crafted an exciting narrative about sledging in Rishikesh, skillfully weaving together real adventure snippets from multiple student experiences. Their presentation was delivered with confidence, followed a clear structure, and was enthusiastically received by the international audience.

This enriching event successfully fostered global friendships, encouraged open-mindedness among participants, and broadened their perspectives on different cultures and experiences.
 

Acrostics of Affection

In a heartwarming celebration of Mother's Day, the students of Class 1B poured their love and gratitude into beautiful acrostic poems — each one inspired by the most special word of all: MOTHER.

Their poems reflected the many qualities that make mothers so extraordinary:
M – Magical
O – Original
T – Thoughtful
H – Helpful
E – Energetic
R – Radiant

But they didn’t stop there! With twinkling eyes and busy hands, our little learners created heartfelt cards brimming with colour, creativity, and affection. Using their own moms’ names, they wrote personalized acrostic poems, turning their feelings into beautiful verse.

Their words and artwork transformed the classroom into a space filled with love, warmth, and joy — a perfect tribute to the incredible women who make life so special.
 

From Vada Pav to Values

Our curious learners marked Maharashtra's 65th birthday by reflecting on and writing about the things they love most about our vibrant and diverse state. From ‘vada pav’ to Sanjay Gandhi National Park, the Marathi language spoken to the different people we meet every day, our learners beautifully captured the essence of महाराष्ट्र.

Waste Segregation in Action

Our curious Grade 4 learners recently took a field trip to the Dry Waste Collection Centre in Bandra, run by the Aasra Welfare Foundation along with the BMC. They got an up-close look at how Mumbai’s dry waste is sorted into more than 48 categories — including plastic, e-waste, glass, textiles, and multi-layered packaging (MLP). Students walked through primary and secondary segregation areas, learned how different materials are recovered, and even watched machines compress plastic into neat, compact bales ready for recycling.

On another day, they explored the banks of the Mithi River, where they reflected on issues like water pollution, sewage discharge, and how waste impacts river life. They asked thoughtful questions about city sewage systems, landfill overflow, and what can be done to restore our environment.

These hands-on experiences brought their classroom learning to life and sparked some great conversations around sustainability, waste management, and how even small actions can make a big difference.

Class 3 Organises a Trade Fair

The "How We Organise Ourselves" Unit of Inquiry in Class 3 reached an exciting and real-world conclusion with a bustling Trade Fair, a testament to the students' journey, through Project-Based Learning. This culmination served as a powerful platform for them to apply the knowledge and skills they developed over the past weeks. 
The unit's exploration centred around trade systems, their historical evolution, and their societal impact, all under the guiding principle: "Systems of trade and money impact human society." To deepen their understanding, students collaboratively conceived and developed their trade ventures. This involved not only creating tangible products or offering services but also strategising marketing approaches and preparing for the realities of trade.
The Trade Fair transformed our learning space into a lively marketplace. Students actively engaged in the roles of buyers and sellers, utilising math manipulatives to trade in money, conduct transactions, calculate change, and manage their finances. This hands-on simulation provided a concrete link to their mathematical learning, even extending to an introductory understanding of the banking system. . 
The Trade Fair was a true celebration of their learning, reflecting the integration of transdisciplinary concepts in a meaningful and engaging way.

Professional Development with Joshua Blue

Joshua Blue, Principal at the Japanese International School in Hong Kong, visited the NMAJS Early Years Campus for a two-day professional development workshop focused on documenting learning stories and honouring children’s theories in the context of assessment.
Josh encouraged us to rethink how we see, hear, and represent children’s thinking. He reminded us that assessment in the early years isn’t about ticking boxes—it’s about noticing what really matters. Through thoughtful conversations and reflection, we explored how learning stories can help us truly see children as capable, creative, and insightful. These stories let us slow down, listen more closely, and capture the depth and beauty of children’s learning in a way that feels real and meaningful.
The workshop made us feel richer in thought, in questions, and in our commitment to making learning visible with authenticity and care. We are deeply grateful to Josh for sharing his insights, passion, and thoughtful guidance—his work continues to inspire and challenge us to see children, and our roles as educators, in new and powerful ways.

Reading in Difficult Times

In moments of uncertainty, stories have the power to comfort, inspire, and connect us. Our PYP readers recently embarked on a meaningful literary journey across cultures and continents through powerful books like Listen to the Wind by Greg Mortensen, The Librarian’s Stories by Lucy Falcone, and My Library Is a Camel. 
Guided by our librarian’s engaging and thoughtful read-aloud sessions, students explored themes of resilience, kindness, patience, and hope. They discovered how, even in the most challenging circumstances, stories can open hearts and minds.
A special display on our library glass captures this journey, reminding us all that when times are tough, books become bridges. They help us imagine a better world, one built on empathy, understanding, and courage.