Welcome to St. Antony’s School, a distinguished institution dedicated to shaping minds, fostering growth, and creating a vibrant community. Explore our journey of educational excellence and discover the values that define us.
Since its establishment in 1999, St. Antony’s School has stood as a beacon of educational excellence for over 25 years. Nestled amongst the scenic hills, what sets us apart is our dedication to providing a well-rounded education, ensuring that every student receives personalized attention.
We take a modern and engaged approach, creating a values-driven learning environment that nurtures individuals. Our commitment goes beyond textbooks, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and character development.
At St. Antony’s School, we believe in preparing students not just for academic success but for a future that demands adaptability, resilience, and a strong sense of ethics.
- To provide a friendly, secure and happy environment within the school.
- To provide a board, balanced curriculum in line with the matriculation board curricular guidelines.
- To cater for a range of abilities and personal development rates.
- To set realistic standards of discipline and behaviour
- To encourage each child to achieve his/her true potentialthrough structured, stimulating teaching.
- To encourage each child to develop a sense of responsibility and care.
- To promote self-esteem, tolerance and a positive self-image.
- To promote independent learning and cater for each child's individual needs.
- To provide parents with quality information and feedback on their child's progress.
- To encourage the development of education as a two-way partnership between home and school.
- To be supportive to all members of staff in the discharge of their duties.
- To provide staff with adequate resources to meet the matriculation board curricular guidelines.
St. Antony's School aims to provide, in partnership with the parents, a quality education so that all pupils are able to reach their full potential within a caring, secure and stimulating environment.
To educate all students to the highest levels of academic achievement, to enable them to reach and expand their potential, and to prepare them to become productive, responsible, ethical, creative and compassionate members of society.
Mighty oaks from little acorns grow
With his background as a planter, Cetus Gomez believes that growing plants and “growing” children have a lot in common- both need to be nurtured with care, affection and discipline. His passion extends beyond the classroom walls and includes nature treks and storytelling sessions around crackling bonfires.
Mr. Gomez creates an educational environment that transcends conventional boundaries, setting the stage for a dynamic and enriching educational journey. He believes that learning thrives not just in confined spaces, but in the embrace of nature, on the playing fields, the sharing of experiences and the collective spark of imagination.
Confidence, Curiosity and Creativity.
Amidst the emerald valleys and misty peaks of Gudalur, St. Antony's School is led by Matilda Gomez, a seasoned educator with over 30 years of experience.
Ms. Gomez ignites a passion for curiosity and lifelong learning that leaves a lasting impact on all those who cross paths with her. Seeing every child as an artist, she fosters imagination and ambition, guiding them to become leaders in their chosen fields.
With over five years of teaching experience in the United States, including special needs education, Matilda Gomez brings a diverse perspective to our inclusive learning environment. Her impact is felt schoolwide, shaping a community devoted to educational excellence and embracing individuality.
Remya Sudeesh holds an impressive 15-year track record in the field of education, including 12 influential years in leadership roles in the United Arab Emirates.
Recognized as an insightful leader, her commitment extends to holistic education, inspiring educators to cultivate not only academic prowess but also leadership and social skills in students. Ms. Remya is a strong advocate for contemporary skillsets, emphasizing active learning, out-of-the-box thinking, effective communication, collaboration, technological proficiency, and life skills.
Fostering a culture of trust and aspiration, her collaborative approach also extends to the parents, reflecting her dedication to creating a harmonious and supportive educational community at St. Antony's.
