Bold statement: Celebrating half a century of education, the Ryan Group is again turning a milestone into a global festival of learning. And this year’s edition expands the reach, depth, and cultural exchange more than ever before. The 21st Ryan International Children’s Festival in Mumbai brings together over 10,000 students from Ryan schools nationwide and 15 international delegations from Denmark, Estonia, Germany, Greece, Iran, Ireland, Latvia, Paraguay, Poland, Slovakia, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe, underscoring a rich tapestry of ideas, languages, and traditions. Since its inception in 2000, the festival has welcomed participants from more than 70 countries, cementing its role as one of India’s most enduring platforms for international student exchange and cross-cultural collaboration.
Festival Highlights
- Feature Musical Production — “Let’s Have Fun”: A grand stage presentation at the Fine Arts Center, Chembur, entertaining an audience of 15,000 parents and students while exploring the value of meaningful presence and family connection in an increasingly technology-driven world.
- International Student Hosting Program: Visiting students will stay with Indian host families, fostering personal friendships, cultural empathy, and experiential learning beyond the classroom.
- Global Carnival — Ryan International School, Goregaon: A full-day collaborative festival with workshops, cultural showcases, leadership dialogues, and peer-learning activities, engaging more than 5,000 students in shared creative expression.
In remarks about the festival, Dr. Grace Pinto, Managing Director of the Ryan Group of Institutions, said: “For five decades, our unwavering commitment to academic excellence and holistic development has guided every step. The Ryan International Children’s Festival embodies our belief in preparing young people to be confident, imaginative, and globally connected. Through exchanges with peers from diverse cultures, students gain a richer understanding of themselves and the wider world they inhabit.”
About the Ryan Group of Institutions
The Ryan Group of Institutions stands among India’s largest K–12 networks, comprising more than 150 schools across 18 states. Over the past 50 years, the group has emphasized academic rigor, values-based education, and global exposure through international programs, cultural immersion, and student leadership initiatives.
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