Wilmot Foundation

Ms. Sanne van Oort
Ms. Sanne van Oort
Director Wilmot Foundation
Mr. Dave Whatmore
Mr. Dave Whatmore
Former Australian Cricketer

A significant achievement for Doon School Srinagar is its partnership with the prestigious Wilmot Foundation, making it one of the first institution in India to establish such a collaboration which stresses the significance of working together across borders in education acknowledging the need for new methods to deal with current issues in education and shape the future of education around the world.

The Doon School Srinagar is focusing on becoming a global learning beacon, stressing that innovation and excellence in education can have a big effect on students’ learning and growth all over the world, regardless of where they live or what culture they are from. This partnership opens up global opportunities for students and faculty, including access to exclusive scholarships in renowned universities worldwide.

The Wilmot Foundation's advisory board includes notable educators and experts:

  • Ms. Sanne van Oort: Director Wilmot Foundation who has vast experience working with world-renowned educational institutions such as Green School Bali.
  • Mr. Dave Whatmore: Former Australian cricketer and international coach.
  • Mrs. Val Johnston: Philanthropist and pioneer in "special needs" format programs.
  • Mrs. Debra Shipston: Expert in international baccalaureate programs and student well-being.
  • Ms. Alicia Trammell: Expert in early childhood development.

Benefits for Students

  • Access to top-notch facilities that enhance their learning experience.
  • Opportunities for holistic development: physical, intellectual, social, and emotional.
  • Sustainability integrated throughout all programmes to empower and better equip students to navigate the future of uncertainty.
  • Exposure to diverse activities that help discover and nurture talents.
  • Preparation for future academic and professional challenges.
  • English Language Labs - audio visual tools for language learning and development.
  • Exchange programs: collaboration with English-speaking schools for cultural and language speaking.
  • English Grammar boot camps.
  • English Language immersion programs.

Benefits for Teachers

  • Modern resources to enhance teaching methodologies.
  • Opportunities for continuous professional development.
  • A supportive environment that values teacher growth and well-being.
  • Professional training development programs as a guiding framework for implementing sustainable development throughout all programmes.

Benefits for the Community

  • Access to quality educational resources and programs.
  • Potential use of facilities for community events or programs.
  • Upliftment of educational standards in the region.
  • Nurturing of local talent that can contribute to community development.
  • Community development programs for implementing sustainable development on a local level.

By providing these comprehensive facilities and programs, Doon School Srinagar creates an enriching educational ecosystem that benefits not just its immediate stakeholders but also contributes to the broader community's development and progress.

Integrating Sustainable Development Goals into the Curriculum

Under Ms. Sanne’s patronage, the school has introduced the concept of sustainable development integration with the ongoing school curriculum. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015 as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030. These goals address global challenges such as poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, peace, and justice.

The 17 SDGs are:

  1. No Poverty
  2. Zero Hunger
  3. Good Health and Well-being
  4. Quality Education
  5. Gender Equality
  6. Clean Water and Sanitation
  7. Affordable and Clean Energy
  8. Decent Work and Economic Growth
  9. Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  10. Reduced Inequalities
  11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
  12. Responsible Consumption and Production
  13. Climate Action
  14. Life Below Water
  15. Life on Land
  16. Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
  17. Partnerships for the Goals

These goals are highly relevant in today's world as they provide a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future. They recognize that ending poverty and other deprivations must go hand-in-hand with strategies that improve health and education, reduce inequality, and spur economic growth – all while tackling climate change and working to preserve our oceans and forests.

Doon School Srinagar has implemented the SDGs in the school curriculum as it will focus on global awareness, helping students to understand global issues and their interconnectedness. Moreover, it will incorporate problem-solving skills as students will learn to think critically about complex global challenges. It fosters a sense of global citizenship and responsibility by taking empathy and social responsibility into consideration. These SDGs emphasise future-readiness, preparing students for careers in sustainable development and related fields.

Doon School has integrated the SDG-related topics into existing subjects and is involved in developing specific courses or modules on sustainable development and will participate in global initiatives and competitions related to the SDGs.

This approach aligns well with Doon School's focus on holistic education and preparing students for life beyond school, while also fostering creativity, critical thinking, and compassion.

Join us in our mission to inspire students to think globally and act locally!