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ANNOUNCING THE NEW                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    2. Progression of NMAJS Students:                                                                                                       Mrs. Nita Ambani, Founder and Chairperson, also shared her aspirations for th
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Upon completing Class VIII (MYP) at NMAJS, students will seamlessly transition to
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               future: “As we look back, we are humbled that in the last two decades, we man
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Class IX (IGCSE) at DAIS Secondary School, ensuring continuity in their educational                                                     to build DAIS as a happy school that always celebrated a culture of excellenc
 ERA OF DAIS & NMAJS                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   journey.                                                                                                                                constantly reinvented itself as an innovative and forward-looking institution



                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       3. Placement of Newly Admitted Students:                                                                                                Similarly, we are committed to building NMAJS into a timeless temple of learn
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       All newly admitted students for the 2024-25 academic year will begin their studies                                                      With this renewed focus, our students will continue to receive an education t

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       at the appropriate campus:                                                                                                              emphasizes not only academic excellence but also holistic development, nurtur
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       - Nursery and UKG students will start at the NMAJS Pre-Primary Campus at JWC.                                                           them to become positive thinkers, creative individuals, productive contributo
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       - Classes I to VII will start at the NMAJS Main Campus.                                                                                 visionary leaders.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       - Classes VIII to XI will start at the DAIS Secondary School, temporarily operating
 From my mother,   The Evolution of DAIS and the Birth of NMAJS                                                                                                                                                                                                           from the NMAJS Main Campus.

                Starting August 2024, DAIS will evolve into a dedicated Secondary School, focusing
 I learned that the  on IGCSE (Classes VIII-X) and the IB Diploma Programme (Classes XI-XII).                                                                                                                                                                          A Vision for the Future
                Concurrently, NMAJS will cater to students from Nursery through Class VIII, offering                                                                                                                                                                   The creation of NMAJS and the
 most rewarding   the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years                                                                                                                                                                       restructuring of DAIS are more than
                Programme (MYP). This restructuring ensures that each institution is fully optimized
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       just logistical changes; they represent
 work is the kind   to provide a nurturing and rigorous academic experience, from early childhood                                                                                                                                                                      our vision for the future of education.
                education through the final years of high school.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       As Mrs. Isha Ambani Piramal
 that makes a                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          expressed during the opening
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       ceremony, the NMAJS project reflects

 difference in   The Spirit of Our Campuses                                                                                                                                                                                                                            her dream of creating an institution
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       that fosters a strong, open, and
                The development of NMAJS and the reorganization of DAIS across three campuses
                symbolize our commitment to providing a holistic, student-centered education:                                                                                                                                                                          collaborative community. The
 someone’s life.                                                                                                                               3. DAIS Secondary School Campus (Post-Renovation):                                                                      transparent design of the NMAJS

                1. NMAJS Pre-Primary Campus (Jio World Centre, BKC):                                                                           The existing DAIS campus, soon to undergo a comprehensive renovation, will                                              campuses mirrors this philosophy,

                Located at the Jio World Centre, this vibrant campus for Nursery, LKG, and UKG                                                 become the home of the DAIS Secondary School, offering IGCSE and IB Diploma                                             encouraging students to live out
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       values of integrity, trust, respect, and
 Isha Ambani Piramal  students embodies the spirit of early childhood education. Designed with open,                                           programs. Until the renovation is completed, DAIS Secondary School will temporarily                                     compassion every day.
                multipurpose spaces, it is a place where our youngest learners can explore, play, and                                          operate from the NMAJS Main Campus. This modernized campus will feature
 Vice Chairperson  grow in a safe and stimulating environment. The emphasis here is on nurturing                                               advanced facilities that support rigorous academics, leadership development, and
                curiosity, creativity, and foundational skills that will set the stage for lifelong learning.                                  global citizenship, preparing students to excel in an ever-changing world.                                                                                                                                                                                      A New Chapter Together
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               As we move forward, we remain deeply committed to the values that have always
                2. NMAJS Main Campus (Adjacent to DAIS):                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       defined our school community. The establishment of NMAJS and the reimagining o

 Dear Alumni,   The new NMAJS Main Campus, envisioned and led by Vice-Chairperson Isha                                                         A Seamless Transition                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           DAIS represent our unwavering dedication to innovation, excellence, and the h
 I hope this message finds you well. Today, I am thrilled to share a pivotal moment in   Ambani Piramal, offers a modern educational experience for students from Classes I   As we embark on this exciting new chapter, the transition of students and staff will                                                                                                                                              development of our students. We are excited to share this journey with you, o
 the history of our school community. I am excited to share with you the formal   to VIII. With over 300,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed spaces, this campus   be carefully managed to ensure continuity and stability:                                                                                                                                                                               alumni, who have been instrumental in shaping the legacy of DAIS.
 restructuring of the Dhirubhai Ambani International School (DAIS) into two distinct   features expansive learning areas, state-of-the-art science and technology labs,
 institutions: the Dhirubhai Ambani International School and the newly established   creative arts studios, and sustainable design elements. It is a place where students   1. Transfer of Current Students to NMAJS:                                                                                                                                                                                          We look forward to your continued support as we embark on this exciting new
 Nita Mukesh Ambani Junior School (NMAJS). This marks the beginning of an   are encouraged to collaborate, innovate, and grow together, embodying the school’s   At the conclusion of the 2023-24 academic year, students currently in LKG to Class                                                                                                                                                            chapter in the story of our school.
 innovative and future-ready educational experience, tailored to meet the evolving   commitment to integrity, trust, respect, and compassion.  VII will be transferred to NMAJS. This move will place them in an environment
 needs of our students.                                                                                                                        specifically designed for their developmental stage, fostering their academic and

                                                                                                                                               personal growth.
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