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A Legacy of Excellence: The History of Alexandra School, Tarn Taran

The history of Alexandra School, Tarn Taran, is a testament to the power of vision, perseverance, and dedication. Our story begins in the late 19th century, when the Venerable Rev. Robert Clark founded Alexandra School, Amritsar, with the noble objective of providing quality secondary education to the girls in the North West region of the country.

On December 27, 1878, Alexandra School, Amritsar, was dedicated with the initial grace extended by Bishop French of Lahore. Over the years, the school grew into a premier institution of learning, shaping the minds of girls and nurturing them with moral values and academic excellence.

In the present day, Alexandra School, Amritsar, stands as a co-educational Senior Secondary School affiliated to the CISCE board, New Delhi. The seed that was planted in 1878 by Revd. Clark, has taken root, and in 2023 is rapidly spreading itself over the land, bearing new fruit.

With this aim and determination of excellence, Alexandra School, Tarn Taran, has been founded for Tarn Taran and its elite, with the aim of extending the same excellence in education. Hope that in future years it shall be able to grow to a great tree, shaping the potential of our children, infusing them with the strength to live life with integrity and honor, and molded through a harmonious integration of spirit, mind, and body.

The Tarn Taran chapter of Alexandra School began on August 28, 2022, with plantation and dedication led by the Most Revd. Dr. P. K. Samantaray, Bishop of Diocese of Amritsar and Chairman of the School. The ground-breaking ceremony for the new school building, performed by the Chairman on October 23, 2023, marked a significant milestone in the school's history.

Alexandra School, Tarn Taran, is situated in a lush green campus, spread over several acres of land, providing a serene and peaceful environment for our students to learn and grow. The campus is thoughtfully planned to offer a secure and stimulating environment for our students, with state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities.

The school commenced its academic journey with the first Nursery classes on April 3, 2023, followed by LKG and UKG classes on April 10, 2023. As of the academic session 20, the school has enrolled 101 students, from play pen to UKG class.

Today, Alexandra School, Tarn Taran, stands as a testament to the rich history and legacy of excellence of Alexandra School, Amritsar. As we look to the future, we remain committed to providing a quality education, nurturing the potential of every child, and upholding the values of excellence, compassion, and service.

Alexandra School, Tarn Taran, with the guidance and visionary leadership of the Most Revd. Dr. P. K. Samantaroy, along with the efforts of Mrs. Suman Jannett Engles, the first and founding principal of the school, has made a promising start, and we look forward to many years of growth, innovation, and excellence. Presently, The Rt. Revd. Manoj Charan is the Chairman of the School.At Alexandra School, Tarn Taran, we are committed to shaping the future of our students and empowering them to become responsible global citizens. Join us in our journey towards excellence!