Lucknow,

11 July (HS): Meaningful synergies between progressive institutions and

forward-looking, policy-driven nations can create a lasting impact across

sectors such as education, healthcare, the arts, and culture. In this context,

the upcoming launch of Shrewsbury International School India in Bhopal, this

August, gains added relevance, as it marks the beginning of a partnership that

could add a new chapter to the idea of

'whole-person education'. Shrewsbury International School India will

collaborate with Trinity College London, creating a global platform for

students to pursue diplomas in music and drama. This will enhance their

creativity, nurture confidence and open doors to international opportunities,

empowering students to become culturally enriched leaders of tomorrow.

Trinity

College London, which was established in 1872, is an internationally recognised

institution that specialises in the assessment of communicative and performance

skills covering music, drama, combined arts and the English language. Shrewsbury combines innovation with 473 years

of academic excellence, and through this collaboration, it will not only help

refine artistic talent from an early age but also open pathways for their

creativity to find expression on the international stage.

“The

Bhopal campus will be a Trinity College London Examination Centre for music and

drama, making it one of the few schools in India to offer this prestigious

certification. The school’s world-class drama programme will encourage creative

exploration and familiarise pupils with different aspects of the discipline

covered genres from across the globe. In addition, they will receive

individualised training in music composition and performance as part of the

music programme,” notes Oliver Russell, Deputy Headmaster at Shrewsbury

International School India.

Discussing

the important role that music can play in modern pedagogy, he reminds that it

can significantly enhance cognitive development, memory, focus and analytical

thinking. In fact, a study by Johns Hopkins University, argues that instruction

becomes more effective when educators integrate creative activities into

academic development. “Bringing music into educational realms has yielded

encouraging outcomes beyond academics by mitigating stress, nurturing holistic

well-being and augmenting personal growth,” adds Russell.

“This

collaboration aligns well with the Floreat Model that forms the foundation of

the school’s educational philosophy, and fosters personality development across

four key aspects - Intellective, Active, Expressive, and Reflective. Music,

drama and other performing arts encourage greater social engagement. Through

these activities, we aim to nurture a group of imaginative and self-assured

individuals who take genuine joy in creating and working collaboratively,” he

concludes.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi