Indian Schools Shine in Global Education Prize Spotlight

Katha Lab School, Delhi and Delhi Public School Bangalore North are among the top 50 schools shortlisted for the USD one million Global Schools Prize 2026 by the Varkey Foundation. The prize honors innovative schools influencing education globally in categories like Arts and Culture, and Inclusive Education.

In a remarkable achievement for Indian education, two schools from the country have made it to the top 50 shortlist for the USD one million Global Schools Prize 2026. The Global Schools Prize, organized by the UK-based Varkey Foundation, celebrates schools that are setting new standards in education with groundbreaking ideas.

Katha Lab School in Delhi and Delhi Public School Bangalore North (DPSBN) have been recognized in the Arts and Culture and Inclusive Education categories, respectively. Out of 3,000 nominations from 113 countries, these schools have stood out for their innovative approaches to teaching and learning.

The announcement serves as a catalyst for a global movement to rethink education. Katha Lab School's unique StoryPedagogy has led to extraordinary results, while DPSBN is acknowledged for successfully combining inclusion with educational excellence. The prize aims to inspire a worldwide reimagining of educational practices.