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'''Hebron School''' is a [[co-educational]] day and boarding [[Independent school|independent]] international Christian school in [[Ootacamund]], the [[hill station]] also known as '''[[Ooty]]''', [[Tamil Nadu]], [[India]]. The school is a boarding school operated by a Protestant/Christian trust to educate the children of Christian workers and business families living predominantly in India, but also in other parts of the world. |
'''Hebron School''' is a [[co-educational]] day and boarding [[Independent school|independent]] international Christian school in [[Ootacamund]], the [[hill station]] also known as '''[[Ooty]]''', [[Tamil Nadu]], [[India]]. The school is a government recognized boarding school operated by a Protestant/Christian trust to educate the children of Christian workers and business families living predominantly in India, but also in other parts of the world. |
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The school is non-denominational. |
The school is non-denominational. |
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==History== |
==History== |
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Hebron school was incorporated on the year 1899 by the British to educate their countrymen and christian workers in India. It was merged in 1974 from Hebron High School in Coonoor and Lushington Boy's School, both run by the Hebron School association. The Lushington Boy's School, before the merger, had links with the Breeks Memorial School in Ooty.<ref>{{cite web|last=|first=|title=Estd. 1899|url=http://www.hebronooty.org/hebron/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=5&Itemid=5|work=|publisher=Hebron School|accessdate=18 December 2012}}</ref> |
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The school traces its origin to 1899 when a group of Protestant missionaries, who had come to the hills on vacation and were staying at [[Brooklands Christian Guest Home]] in nearby [[Coonoor]], decided it would be of benefit to their children to live year round in the temperate and clean surroundings of the [[The Nilgiris District|Nilgiri]] hills. Due to the high altitude — Ooty being at 2300 m (7500 ft) above sea level — these hills enjoy year-round cool temperatures and abundant rainfall, and their climate has often been compared to Europe. Initially the school operated as a type of boarding house where children would stay, and either be home-educated in house or sent to one of the local schools. |
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The school, as it is known today, was created by amalgamating schools dating back to British times, including the former [[Lushington Boys School]]. For several years the Senior boys' school was situated at [[Lushington Hall]], Ooty, and the Girls School and Junior School were situated at the [[Silverdale, Coonoor|Silverdale]] campus in Coonoor, approximately 20 km away. In 1974 it was decided that co-education would be more beneficial to the children, and the two schools were amalgamated into one at [[Lushington Hall]] Ooty. The senior girls however are housed separately at [[Selbourne, Ooty|Selborne]]. The Silverdale campus (often referred to as ''Titch Heb'') was sold to [[Christian Mission Service]] and is now a children's home and industrial training institute. |
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==Campus== |
==Campus== |
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The school has two campuses with the main campus of the school being located in a wooded region in a nineteenth century bungalow called Lushington Hall. The school is known for its scenic beauty with panoramic views of the town and the [[Ooty Botanical Garden|Botanical Garden]]. The other other campus is located at Selbourne, located at a distance of 2 kms from Lushington hall. The campus comprises academic buildings, kitchen, dining hall, health centre and an auditorium in addition to a swimming pool, playgoung and other sporting facilities. The campus at Selbourne houses senior female students of the school.<ref name=overview>{{cite web|last=|first=|title=Overview|url=http://www.hebronooty.org/hebron/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=60&Itemid=60|work=|publisher=Hebron School|accessdate=18 December 2012}}</ref> |
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The present amalgamated school is known as "Hebron School" and is situated in {{convert|20|acre|m2}} of woodland around the former stately home of [[Lushington Hall]]. The [[Government Botanical Gardens, Udhagamandalam|Ooty botanical gardens]] and the school share a common entrance. It is sometimes known as "Hebron International School", as it was at least for some time recognised by the [[European Council of International Schools]] (ECIS) and because there are students from over 25 nationalities studying at the school. |
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==Academic Resources== |
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The school is very small by Indian standards and consists of around 375 students, though it benefits from good facilities and an exceptionally high staff to student ratio. |
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| ⚫ | Students follow the International British school system and study for IGCSE's and eventually A and AS levels. These examinations are generally assessed by the [[UCLES|University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES)]] board and by [[Edexcel]], London.<ref name=Handbook>{{cite book|first=Hebron School|title=Student Handbook|year=2012-2013|publisher=Hebron School|location=Ootacamund, The Nilgiris}}</ref> The school features sufficient teaching spaces and associated equipment. The school also has science laboratories and Design & Technology workshops. The various facilities offered for students include networked computers with internet access, printing & scanning facilities and libraries with computer access.<ref name=overview/> |
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The student body represents 26 countries and many cultural and religious backgrounds. 39% of present students are Indian and 61% are other nationalities. 90% of the students are boarders. |
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The school is a boarding school, where almost all students stay at hostels commonly called as Dorms, with each dorm not exceeding 20 students. The school has about 15 of such dorms. They also feature a International Guest Scheme, whereby ''International Guests'' are given the responsibilty of individual dorms. Students of each dorm indulge in various activities including weekend shopping, quiz programs, cooking etc.<ref>{{cite web|last=|first=|title=Dorms|url=http://www.educationworld.in/institute/hebron-school-ooty.html|work=|publisher=Hebron School|accessdate=18 December 2012}}</ref> |
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Many, but not all of students are Protestants. The school is not restricted to the children of Christian workers in India alone, but is open to those of Christian workers worldwide, with a special emphasis on [[Asia]] and [[Africa]], as well as children of "business parents" based in [[India]]. |
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==Academics== |
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| ⚫ | Students follow the International British school system and study for IGCSE's and eventually A and AS levels. These examinations are generally assessed by the [[UCLES|University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES)]] board and by [[Edexcel]], London.<ref name=Handbook>{{cite book|first=Hebron School|title=Student Handbook|year=2012-2013|publisher=Hebron School|location=Ootacamund, The Nilgiris}}</ref> |
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There are 15 dorms (‘dormitories’) arranged by age and sex. All dorms are single-sex. All boys’ dorms are on the Lushington campus along with the youngest girls’ dorms (Stds. 5/6, around 9/10 years of age). The girls’ dorms (Std.7 upwards) are on the Selborne campus (about 1 km from Lushington), and girls travel to school by bus or on foot (older girls). |
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<ref name=Dorms>{{cite web|first=Hebron School|title=Residential Care|url=http://www.hebronooty.org/hebron/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&layout=item&id=65&Itemid=14|work=Residential Care|publisher=Hebron School|accessdate=10 December 2012}}</ref> |
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==Activities== |
==Activities== |
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==Music== |
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The school organizes an annual [[Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music]] grade exam, where interested sudents participate and are evaluated by an examiner from the UK. In the event organized in 2011, 17 students received distinction in the grade exams. The school provides formal training to students in several western musical instruments. The school houses 14 pianos and several musical instruments. Students from the school have received the Majolly Rolling Trophy in Singing for the most outstanding musician in south India and the Admiral Dawson Rolling Trophy for grades 6 – 8 most promising musician in south India. International music performances have been hosted by the school in the campus. The students are also encouraged to form unofficial bands among themselves, with the various bands including Concert bands, Jazz bands etc.<ref>{{cite web|last=|first=|title=Music|url=http://www.hebronooty.org/hebron/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&id=28:music&Itemid=33l|work=|publisher=Hebron School|accessdate=18 December 2012}}</ref> |
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===Sports=== |
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The school has many sporting facilities for its students. The school has two main sports fields and a sports hall along with squash courts, tennis court and a badminton court. There is also an outdoor swimming pool. For children, the school has an ''Adventure Playground'' in a wooded part of the campus featuring a children's play area.<ref name=overview/>Other sporting facilities include athletics (track and field), swimming, cross-country running, football (soccer), field and indoor hockey, cricket, volleyball, basketball, table tennis, softball and touch rugby.<ref name=Handbook /> |
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===Drama=== |
===Drama=== |
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===Christian activities=== |
===Christian activities=== |
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These are voluntary activities that include regular Bible Studies, retreats and youth fellowships that help students discover the faith.<ref name=Handbook /> |
These are voluntary activities that include regular Bible Studies, retreats and youth fellowships that help students discover the faith.<ref name=Handbook /> |
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==Student Council== |
===Student Council=== |
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Students are encouraged to take up leadership roles that will not only serve as a means to benefit themselves, but also to act as the role models of the school and junior students. There are two major student-run events during the academic year. There are also a significant amount of fund-raising activities during the year. Community service-related projects are always of top priority among the Student Council.<ref name=Handbook /> |
Students are encouraged to take up leadership roles that will not only serve as a means to benefit themselves, but also to act as the role models of the school and junior students. There are two major student-run events during the academic year. There are also a significant amount of fund-raising activities during the year. Community service-related projects are always of top priority among the Student Council.<ref name=Handbook /> |
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==International Guest Scheme== |
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* Hebron School runs an International Guest (IG) system. The program takes on young people across the globe, primarily recently graduated students, and provides them with free lodging in exchange for their service. Usually IGs are responsible for helping in a particular dormitory and are given other subject related duties. IGs almost always commit to a single semester (6 months) in the school. {{Citation needed|date=December 2012}} |
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* Senior persons occasionally join the scheme, but are more often referred to as 'Senior Volunteers' than IGs. {{Citation needed|date=December 2012}} |
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==Administration== |
==Administration== |
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As of the start of the Easter Term in 2012, Mr. John Barclay has replaced Mr. Mark Noonan as the principal of Hebron School. Mr. Nigel Hinton is the vice-principal of Academics, and Mr. Howard Oldcorn is the vice-principal of Student Welfare. The three make up the Senior Management and Mr. Barclay is on the School Council. Senior Management and School Council serve as the main decision-making bodies.<ref name=Handbook /> Mr Phil Reynolds has taken over as Head of Middle School and Mr. Thomas George has taken the position of Head of Senior School. In December 2012, Mr. [[Ian McCabe]] took over from Mr. [[Bill Tarter]] as Alumni Secretary.{{Citation needed|date=December 2012}} |
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* Mr Phil Reynolds has taken over as Head of Middle School and Mr. Thomas George has taken the position of Head of Senior School. {{Citation needed|date=December 2012}} |
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* In December 2012, Mr. [[Ian McCabe]] took over from Mr. [[Bill Tarter]] as Alumni Secretary. |
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==Notable Alumni== |
==Notable Alumni== |
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*[[Karan Bilimoria | Karan Faridoon Bilimoria, Baron Bilimoria of Chelsea]], CBE, DL (born 1961) — founder member and Chairman of [[Cobra Beer]]<ref name=Bilimoria>{{cite web|last=Paul|first=Nisha|title=Multicultural Brew|url=http://www.verveonline.com/48/people/billimoria.shtml|work=Volume 15, Issue 4, April, 2007|publisher=Verve Online|accessdate=9 December 2012}}</ref> |
*[[Karan Bilimoria | Karan Faridoon Bilimoria, Baron Bilimoria of Chelsea]], CBE, DL (born 1961) — founder member and Chairman of [[Cobra Beer]]<ref name=Bilimoria>{{cite web|last=Paul|first=Nisha|title=Multicultural Brew|url=http://www.verveonline.com/48/people/billimoria.shtml|work=Volume 15, Issue 4, April, 2007|publisher=Verve Online|accessdate=9 December 2012}}</ref> |
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* [[Kalki Koechlin]] (born 1983) — [[French people in India | French-Indian]] Hindi film actress <ref name=Kalki>{{cite web|last=Singh|first=Veenu|title=Personal Agenda: Kalki Koechlin, Actress|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/Brunch/Brunch-Stories/Personal-Agenda-Kalki-Koechlin-Actress/Article1-966970.aspx|work=Brunch Stories|publisher=Hindustan Times|accessdate=17 December 2012}}</ref> |
* [[Kalki Koechlin]] (born 1983) — [[French people in India | French-Indian]] Hindi film actress <ref name=Kalki>{{cite web|last=Singh|first=Veenu|title=Personal Agenda: Kalki Koechlin, Actress|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/Brunch/Brunch-Stories/Personal-Agenda-Kalki-Koechlin-Actress/Article1-966970.aspx|work=Brunch Stories|publisher=Hindustan Times|accessdate=17 December 2012}}</ref> |
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* [[Pete Chareonwongsak]] (born 1987) — son of [[Thai]] scholar and [[politician]], [[Kriengsak Chareonwongsak]] {{Citation needed|date=December 2012}} |
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* [[Serena Kern]] (born 1988) — Swiss-Indian [[singer]] and [[songwriter]]<ref name=Serena_Kern>{{cite web|title=Home Page|url=http://www.serenakern.com/|work=Serena Kern Official Website}}</ref> |
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* [[Pranav Mohanlal]] (born 1990) — Indian Malyali film actor {{Citation needed|date=December 2012}} |
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* [[Gautham Karthik]] (born 1990) — Indian Tamil film actor {{Citation needed|date=December 2012}} |
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==Notable Attendees== |
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* Philip, Timothy and Esther Staines — the children of [[Australian]] Christian Missionary, Dr. [[Graham Staines]] |
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==Leavers' Service Speakers== |
==Leavers' Service Speakers== |
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Revision as of 15:32, 18 December 2012
| Hebron School | |
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Hebron School, Lushington Hall , Tamil Nadu 643001 | |
| Information | |
| Type | Private International School Christian School |
| Motto | Deo Supremo ("God First") |
| Established | 1899 |
| Principal | John Barclay |
| Grades | Class Preschool - 13 |
| Number of students | 8 pre-school 77 elementary school 62 junior high school 225 senior high school |
| Campus | Rural, 22 acres (89,000 m2) |
| Colour(s) | Gold and Blue |
| Publication | Zenith Hebron Highlights |
| Former pupils | Hebronites |
| Website | http://www.hebronooty.org/ |
Hebron School is a co-educational day and boarding independent international Christian school in Ootacamund, the hill station also known as Ooty, Tamil Nadu, India. The school is a government recognized boarding school operated by a Protestant/Christian trust to educate the children of Christian workers and business families living predominantly in India, but also in other parts of the world.
The school is non-denominational.
History
Hebron school was incorporated on the year 1899 by the British to educate their countrymen and christian workers in India. It was merged in 1974 from Hebron High School in Coonoor and Lushington Boy's School, both run by the Hebron School association. The Lushington Boy's School, before the merger, had links with the Breeks Memorial School in Ooty.[1]
Campus
The school has two campuses with the main campus of the school being located in a wooded region in a nineteenth century bungalow called Lushington Hall. The school is known for its scenic beauty with panoramic views of the town and the Botanical Garden. The other other campus is located at Selbourne, located at a distance of 2 kms from Lushington hall. The campus comprises academic buildings, kitchen, dining hall, health centre and an auditorium in addition to a swimming pool, playgoung and other sporting facilities. The campus at Selbourne houses senior female students of the school.[2]
Academic Resources
Students follow the International British school system and study for IGCSE's and eventually A and AS levels. These examinations are generally assessed by the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES) board and by Edexcel, London.[3] The school features sufficient teaching spaces and associated equipment. The school also has science laboratories and Design & Technology workshops. The various facilities offered for students include networked computers with internet access, printing & scanning facilities and libraries with computer access.[2]
Residential facility
The school is a boarding school, where almost all students stay at hostels commonly called as Dorms, with each dorm not exceeding 20 students. The school has about 15 of such dorms. They also feature a International Guest Scheme, whereby International Guests are given the responsibilty of individual dorms. Students of each dorm indulge in various activities including weekend shopping, quiz programs, cooking etc.[4]
Activities
Music
The school organizes an annual Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music grade exam, where interested sudents participate and are evaluated by an examiner from the UK. In the event organized in 2011, 17 students received distinction in the grade exams. The school provides formal training to students in several western musical instruments. The school houses 14 pianos and several musical instruments. Students from the school have received the Majolly Rolling Trophy in Singing for the most outstanding musician in south India and the Admiral Dawson Rolling Trophy for grades 6 – 8 most promising musician in south India. International music performances have been hosted by the school in the campus. The students are also encouraged to form unofficial bands among themselves, with the various bands including Concert bands, Jazz bands etc.[5]
Sports
The school has many sporting facilities for its students. The school has two main sports fields and a sports hall along with squash courts, tennis court and a badminton court. There is also an outdoor swimming pool. For children, the school has an Adventure Playground in a wooded part of the campus featuring a children's play area.[2]Other sporting facilities include athletics (track and field), swimming, cross-country running, football (soccer), field and indoor hockey, cricket, volleyball, basketball, table tennis, softball and touch rugby.[3]
Drama
The school's annual Drama Festival consists of students from classes 7, 9, 11, 13 participating in the art of theatre. Often, inter-school competitions within the Nilgiris are held.[3]
Christian activities
These are voluntary activities that include regular Bible Studies, retreats and youth fellowships that help students discover the faith.[3]
Student Council
Students are encouraged to take up leadership roles that will not only serve as a means to benefit themselves, but also to act as the role models of the school and junior students. There are two major student-run events during the academic year. There are also a significant amount of fund-raising activities during the year. Community service-related projects are always of top priority among the Student Council.[3]
Administration
As of the start of the Easter Term in 2012, Mr. John Barclay has replaced Mr. Mark Noonan as the principal of Hebron School. Mr. Nigel Hinton is the vice-principal of Academics, and Mr. Howard Oldcorn is the vice-principal of Student Welfare. The three make up the Senior Management and Mr. Barclay is on the School Council. Senior Management and School Council serve as the main decision-making bodies.[3] Mr Phil Reynolds has taken over as Head of Middle School and Mr. Thomas George has taken the position of Head of Senior School. In December 2012, Mr. Ian McCabe took over from Mr. Bill Tarter as Alumni Secretary.[citation needed]
Notable Alumni
- Karan Faridoon Bilimoria, Baron Bilimoria of Chelsea, CBE, DL (born 1961) — founder member and Chairman of Cobra Beer[6]
- Kalki Koechlin (born 1983) — French-Indian Hindi film actress [7]
Leavers' Service Speakers
- 2007 — Sir Richard Stagg KCMG — British diplomat, the then British High Commissioner to India[8]
See also
- St. Joseph's Higher Secondary School, Ooty
- St. Joseph's Boys School, Coonoor
- Breeks Memorial School, Ooty
- The Laidlaw Memorial School and Junior College, Ketti, Ooty
- Lawrence School, Lovedale, Ooty
- Woodside School, Ooty
- Stanes Hr.Sec. School, Coonoor
- Good Shepherd International School, Ooty
References
- ^ "Estd. 1899". Hebron School. Retrieved 18 December 2012.
- ^ a b c "Overview". Hebron School. Retrieved 18 December 2012.
- ^ a b c d e f Student Handbook. Ootacamund, The Nilgiris: Hebron School. 2012–2013.
{{cite book}}:|first=missing|last=(help)CS1 maint: date format (link) - ^ "Dorms". Hebron School. Retrieved 18 December 2012.
- ^ "Music". Hebron School. Retrieved 18 December 2012.
- ^ Paul, Nisha. "Multicultural Brew". Volume 15, Issue 4, April, 2007. Verve Online. Retrieved 9 December 2012.
- ^ Singh, Veenu. "Personal Agenda: Kalki Koechlin, Actress". Brunch Stories. Hindustan Times. Retrieved 17 December 2012.
- ^ Hebron Highlights 2006-2007. Ootacamund, The Nilgiris: Hebron School. 2007.
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