The Question a Seven-Year-Old Asked at Dussehra
Every Dussehra, a child somewhere in Hyderabad looks up at a giant Ravana effigy and asks, “But why did he have ten heads?”
It is a wonderful question. It could get a one-line answer, or it could start a conversation about ego, knowledge, anger and choices. At Geetanjali International School Bowrampet, we believe good schools choose the conversation.
What Our Children Notice About Dussehra
Telangana celebrates Dussehra in a way that is entirely its own. Bathukamma flowers stacked in colourful rows, the Jammi tree pooja, families dressing up and visiting elders, the sweets, the sound of dhol in the evening. Children soak all of this in without being told to.
What we try to do at school is help them understand what they are already feeling.
Lesson 1: Being clever is not the same as being good. Ravana was a scholar, yet he lost. We tell children that knowledge needs humility and kindness to be worth anything.
Lesson 2: Doing right can be difficult, and it is still worth it. Rama’s journey was not easy. Children relate to this more than we realise, whether the difficulty is a tough maths chapter or standing up for a friend.
Lesson 3: Nobody wins alone. Hanuman, Lakshmana, Sugriva and the entire vanara sena worked as one team. We see the same spirit when our students work on group projects and school events.
Lesson 4: Every one of us has a “Ravana” inside. Laziness, jealousy, fear, the habit of comparing ourselves with others. Dussehra is a gentle reminder that the real victory is over these.
Learning That Goes Beyond the Textbook
Parents tell us that after a festival week, their children come home and retell stories with full drama. That is what real learning looks like. At our campus, festivals are an opportunity to:
- Act out stories and express them through art, craft and music
- Discuss values in honest, age-appropriate language
- Understand the “why” behind our traditions
- Celebrate together as one school family
A child who understands a tradition respects it. A child who only memorises it forgets it by next year.
The Big Question Every Parent Asks Us
Once Dussehra and Diwali are over, families start thinking seriously about the next academic year. And one question shows up in almost every admissions conversation:
“CBSE vs Cambridge: which is better for my child?”
The honest answer is that it depends on the child, not on the curriculum.
CBSE is a good fit for children who do well with structure and clear concepts. It is closely aligned with national entrance exams, which is why many families choose it with long-term goals in mind.
Cambridge is a good fit for children who enjoy asking questions, applying ideas and expressing opinions. The journey from Primary and Checkpoint to IGCSE and A-Levels builds strong analytical and communication skills, and is recognised by universities across the world.
Our suggestion is simple. Watch how your child learns. See what makes them curious. Then pick the curriculum that fits them, rather than the other way around. As a CBSE and Cambridge school in Bowrampet, we are happy to walk you through both pathways without any pressure to choose one.
Who We Are Close To
A school works best when it is easy to reach and feels like part of the neighbourhood. Geetanjali International School Bowrampet serves families across North-West Hyderabad.
If you are looking for the best CBSE school in Bowrampet or the best school in Dundigal Hyderabad, our campus is a convenient choice. Parents from Kompally searching for a CBSE school near Kompally often find us a practical option too.
For families in Bachupally and Nizampet who want an IGCSE school near Bachupally and Nizampet, and for those in Gandimaisamma and Quthbullapur looking for the best international school near Gandimaisamma and Quthbullapur, we offer a globally benchmarked education with a manageable commute.
Parents from outside the immediate area who are exploring a CBSE boarding school near Hyderabad are also welcome to speak with our admissions team about what is available.
(Please confirm travel time and facilities with our admissions team for your exact locality.)
A Thought to Take Home
Dussehra tells us that good eventually wins, but only when people choose it every day, in small things. Telling the truth. Helping a classmate. Trying again after failing.
A school can teach a child to score well. A great school helps a child become someone worth being proud of. That is the work we are committed to at Gitanjali International School Bowrampet, one classroom and one conversation at a time.
Admissions Open 2027-28 in Bowrampet
If this festive season has you thinking about your child’s next step, we would love to meet you. Admissions are open for 2027-28 in Bowrampet, with CBSE and Cambridge pathways. Visit the campus, meet our teachers and see how the school feels for yourself.
Call us or book a campus visit today.
Geetanjali International School, Bowrampet, Hyderabad
