Founded on the belief that “education is not merely preparation for life, but life itself,” the Shalom Group’s journey began with Shalom Hills School, Gurgaon in 2004 under the visionary leadership of renowned educationist Dr. Lilly George. Over the years, the Shalom Group has expanded its educational footprint with Shalom Hills International School (estb. 2006) and Shalom Presidency School (estb. 2013), also in Gurgaon.

In an era when education is rapidly evolving beyond textbooks and examinations, the Shalom Group of Schools has emerged as a progressive institution committed to nurturing future-ready learners grounded in values, innovation, and global citizenship.

Founded on the belief that “education is not merely preparation for life, but life itself,” the Group’s journey began with Shalom Hills School, Gurgaon in 2004 under the visionary leadership of renowned educationist Dr. Lilly George. Over the years, the Shalom Group has expanded its educational footprint with Shalom Hills International School (estb. 2006) and Shalom Presidency School (estb. 2013), also in Gurgaon. Together, the three institutions deliver education that blends academic excellence with character formation and holistic development to 4,074 students mentored by 285 teachers.

Guided by the vision of “nurturing knowledgeable, ethical, and responsible citizens”, the Shalom institutions foster an inclusive ecosystem that supports the intellectual, emotional, physical, social, and spiritual growth of every learner. Today, the Shalom Group is recognised for creating educational experiences that prepare students not only for examinations, but for life itself.

Notably, the Pre-K-12 Shalom Hills International School has been ranked #1 preschool in Gurugram and among India’s Top 10 in the EducationWorld India Preschool Rankings 2025-26. It has also been recognised as a Learning Assessment Leader, reaffirming its commitment to excellence in early childhood education.

A Legacy of Visionary Leadership

A distinguished educationist, humanitarian, and institution builder, Dr. Lilly George has devoted decades to advancing value-based education. Widely respected for integrating academic rigour with moral and emotional development, she has shaped the Shalom institutions into centres of holistic learning rooted in ethical and spiritual values.

Recognised among India’s leading educators by EducationWorld and honoured with its Lifetime Achievement Award 2025-26, Dr. George has also received international recognition from Cambridge University’s SU Manual: Guide to Excellence for her commitment to integrating humanitarian values into education.

“Education’s impact echoes eternally. We prepare our students not merely for examinations, but for life,” says Dr. Lilly George, founder-managing director, Shalom Group.

Today, the Shalom Group is charting a transformative path under the dynamic leadership of Dennis George. Through Mission Shalom 2.0, the institutions are aligning themselves with the aspirations of NEP 2020, the Sustainable Development Goals, and the national vision of Viksit Bharat.

This strategic roadmap focuses on nurturing future-ready learners equipped with academic competence, innovation skills, leadership abilities, and global perspectives. It reflects the institution’s understanding that the future of education lies not only in knowledge acquisition, but also in adaptability, creativity, collaboration, and ethical decision-making.

“A great school does not begin with infrastructure—it begins with intention. When intention is rooted in values and vision, excellence becomes inevitable,” says Dennis George.

With over two decades of experience in educational leadership and institutional development, Dennis George has played a pivotal role in transforming the Shalom institutions into future-focused learning ecosystems aligned with contemporary educational practices. Recipient of honours including the EduLegend Award 2026, EducationWorld’s Extraordinary Leadership Award 2025, and ScooNews’ Visionary Leadership Award 2025, he has also been recognised among India’s Top 100 School Leaders by Google for Education, Consat Orahi, and the Viksit Bharat Education Council.

Creating Distinctive Learning Experiences

At the heart of the Shalom philosophy lies a student-centric approach to learning. The curriculum integrates experiential pedagogy, interdisciplinary learning, differentiated instruction, and innovation-driven practices designed to meet diverse learning needs and aspirations.

Students actively participate in project-based learning, robotics programmes, innovation council initiatives, research-based activities, and collaborative learning experiences that extend education beyond the classroom. These opportunities foster curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, communication, and problem-solving—skills essential for success in an increasingly interconnected world.

Leadership and student agency are equally prioritised. Through clubs, student-led initiatives, community projects, and school events, learners develop confidence, organisational skills, empathy, and collaborative leadership.

Prioritising Wellbeing and Emotional Growth

Recognising that academic success must be supported by emotional resilience and wellbeing, the schools have embedded social-emotional learning into the fabric of school life. Structured counselling services, mentorship programmes, and career guidance initiatives help students navigate personal and academic journeys with confidence and clarity.

The institution strongly believes that education must prepare learners not only for successful careers, but also for meaningful lives rooted in compassion, integrity, and responsible citizenship.

“Education’s true purpose lies in shaping compassionate, thoughtful, and responsible citizens who can contribute meaningfully to society,” emphasises Dennis George.

Building an Ecosystem of Excellence

The Shalom campuses reflect a commitment to creating modern, engaging, and inclusive learning environments. Smart classrooms equipped with 75-inch LED interactive panels, advanced science and computer laboratories, STEM and innovation centres aligned with the ICT curriculum, and resource-rich libraries create dynamic spaces that encourage inquiry, collaboration, creativity, and experiential learning.

Equally significant is the emphasis on sports and co-curricular development. Students are encouraged to pursue holistic growth through opportunities in football, basketball, cricket, skating, yoga, martial arts, music, theatre, dance, and fine arts.

The Group’s commitment to teacher empowerment further strengthens its culture of excellence. Faculty members regularly participate in CBSE training programmes, international education summits, pedagogical workshops, and collaborative professional learning communities that ensure classrooms remain dynamic, engaging, and future-focused.

Achievements that Reflect Purposeful Education

The Shalom Group’s commitment to holistic education is reflected in its impressive academic and co-curricular accomplishments. Students consistently deliver outstanding CBSE Board results and secure admissions to leading universities in India and abroad.

Learners have excelled on prestigious national and international platforms including Model United Nations, the World Scholar’s Cup, and the Behes and MahaBehes Debate Championships, demonstrating exceptional critical thinking, debating and communication skills.

In sports, students have brought laurels to the institution at state, national, and international levels. Among the notable achievements are Tanishka Jindal winning the Gold Medal and Iha Jand securing the Bronze Medal in Roll Ball at the national level. Further strengthening the school’s sporting legacy, Anant Tyagi has been selected for the prestigious BFI U-14 Boys Basketball Nationals, Saavi Bishnoi represented the school as a participant at the CBSE National Speed Skating Championship, Anamey Gupta has earned distinction in Badminton National Rankings, and Vihaan Yadav qualified for the TTFI U-17 Table Tennis Nationals.

Innovation and design thinking are actively nurtured through the schools’ Atal Tinkering Labs, where student projects have earned recognition for creativity and problem-solving. The institution has been recognised as India’s #3 Design Thinking Leader by EducationWorld and has also earned international recognition through the British Council F1 in Schools STEM Challenge.

Committed to sustainability and responsible citizenship, the schools actively champion initiatives aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and are recipients of the Go Sharpener Sustainability School Award 2025–26. Collaborations with Open Door Education and LogIQids further strengthen analytical and future-ready learning experiences.

Looking Towards the Future

As education enters a new era shaped by innovation, sustainability, and global interconnectedness, the Shalom Group of Schools continues to evolve with purpose and vision. Plans to strengthen international collaborations, deepen entrepreneurship education, and integrate immersive digital technologies reflect the institution’s commitment to preparing learners for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow.

“Fuelled by research and innovation, we are building a global collaborative learning sphere where curiosity thrives and every student grows into a compassionate architect of tomorrow,” says Dennis George.

With its unwavering commitment to excellence, values, innovation, and holistic development, the Shalom Group of Schools continues to redefine education—empowering young minds to become thoughtful leaders, responsible citizens, and changemakers for a rapidly transforming world.

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