About the School and its discipline

The Conception

Perseverance is success is not only a phrase but has become a way of life for the entire Carmanian family since 3rd march 1960. On this momentous day “The Valley School” commenced in a small room in the lush green valley of DehraDun by a visionary Mr. A.G. Carbery. A year later with the marriage of his daughter Jenifer Carbery to Ivan Mann the school was renamed as Carman School. The name was given after taking the first three letters of each ones Surname i.e. “Car” from Carbery and “Man” from Mann.

The History

These two great educationists built two well known schools over a period of forty years and have also been responsible for the spread of education in the Doon valley by providing and developing new educational institutions. Beside and developing new educational institutions. Besides this they have contributed in many other ways to the educational fraternity.

The Changing of the Guard

After twenty five glorious years of heading this illustrious institution Mr. Ivan Mann in 1986 handed over the reins of the Principal ship to Mr. G.I.G Mann. Ever since the School has been under his Stewardship, Carman school has become a name to be reckoned with in the educational field

The Present

Greg sir, as he is popularly known has taken the school from its humble beginnings to greater heights. His keen vision of the future has helped the school to grow in strength as well as Space.
During his tenure the school got affiliation from the Council for the Indian school certificate examination (recognized by Cambridge University) for both class ten and twelve in 1991 and 1994 respectively.
A new block called the “Doris Block” named after one of the founding members, was added in the year 2000. This was builts as multipurpose block, housing a stage, class rooms as well as a music room.
The school can boast of having set the bench mark in Inter-House as well as Inter-School activities. The four houses are named “Aubry”, “Doris” “Emmanuel” and “Ivy”. These were named after the founders of the school.
Mr. A.G. Carbery one of the founders, was a keen sportsman, excelling in football. Hence the school organized a football tournament for sub-junior boys since the last 18 years; annually.the popularity of this tournament has become so great that we receive invitations from schools in other cities of India to participate.
The interest in the field of education is not only confined to children but to the teaching faculty as well. Our staff regularly organizes workshops and seminars as well as attending the same in other schools. They are also exposed to the latest methods of teaching and have recently been trained by the internationally acclaimed company “Intel”. Besides this,”N.I.I.T”, the world leaders in information technology has in collaboration with the school set up a state of the art computer laboratory. In 1998 an innovative step was taken by introducing the first mixed staff Inter-school basketball tournament. In addition to formal edcation students are made aware and responsible for the environment and its conservation. The school is a part of “Kids for Tigers” project. They are also trained in the fine art with a lot of emphasis on cultural activities like debating, dramatics, theatre, elocution, quizzes, singing, dance etc. No denomination is followed or observed in the school and due importance is given to all faiths. Carman school is not only proud of the excellent facilities capable of handling any challenges.

Our International Connection

A new chapter in the history of Carman school began in December 2001 when the school started an overseas adult education program, specializing in spoken and written English.
We are receiving many teachers from Thailand who come from the assumption college group, a group that runs over fifteen Schools and Universities in Thailand.
Future Vision

With the ever charging world as its doorstep the school is also open to new ideas and concepts. Hence a combination of audio visual and computer aided teaching coupled with the traditional way of class room teaching is being practiced. Children are also trained in the art of public speaking and being good citizens.

The Goals

The CARMAN team of innovative and professional teachers led by their principal strives to achieve among its students…
? A sense of discipline, a love of fair play, straightforward behaviour and a sprit of service to mankind.
? Men and Women of strong character, high principals, tolerant and sympathetic outlook towards life.
? A sense of comradeship and unity.
? To inspire qualities of leadership and responsibilities.
A love for the country its culture and heritage.


Our Achievements

A large chunk of our funds are devoted to upgrading the school library and for the purchase of teachings aids.
Our school has also contributed to the success of Indian society by producing well adjusted and responsible citizens. We would like to inform you that our children are serving in various positions in the Armed Forces, the Medical / Engineering profession and in the ever growing industry of information technology all over the world.

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