It is with immense pride and purpose that I welcome you to Bedford School Mohali, India’s first British international girls’ school and a proud member of the Bedford School UK, family.
Our mission is clear and deeply rooted: to teach girls to think intelligently, act wisely and be fully engaged in a challenging and changing world. This vision and our school values of ‘Endeavour, Responsibility, Integrity, Curiosity and Kindness’ are infused into every element of our curriculum, school culture and daily life.
In addition to developing the knowledge and critical thinking skills that our girls need for success, our future skills curriculum will provide them with the opportunity to explore the creative arts, play a wide variety of sports and engage in a multitude of co-curricular activities, ensuring the holistic development of each individual.
We believe in the unique power of an all-girls education. Within this environment, girls will have more confidence to take intellectual risks, engage in all academic subjects and co-curricular activities free from gender stereotypes and discover their passion and unique voices. Surrounded by positive female role models, they will be more likely to take on leadership responsibilities and have higher aspirations for themselves and their future careers.
Whether a day girl or boarder, our school will offer a safe, nurturing and inspiring home away from home. With a strong emphasis on pastoral care and personal well-being, girls will flourish in a setting that fosters social and emotional growth. Whether your daughter joins us from India or another part of the world, she becomes part of a kind and caring community that feels like family.
With over 470 years of educational legacy from Bedford School UK, guiding us, Bedford School Mohali, will be more than a place of learning; it will provide a launchpad for girls to grow into confident leaders, courageous changemakers and compassionate citizens who will stay true to their values and embrace all that life has to offer on the world stage.
I very much look forward to you joining us on this journey.
Founding Principal,
Bedford School Mohali
Naomi is a distinguished educator with extensive experience in both UK and international schools. She did her MSc in Business Systems Analysis and Design (Distinction) from City University, London, and holds the National Professional Qualification for Headship.
She has held senior leadership roles at renowned institutions such as Dulwich College, The British International School, The Stephen Perse Foundation and The Prince of Wales Island International School, including founding The Perse School Suzhou, China.
Before joining Bedford School Mohali, Naomi held positions as Head of Senior School and Vice Principal at Dulwich College, China, Vice Principal (11–18) and Head of Sixth Form at The Stephen Perse Foundation, Director of Studies at Prince of Wales Island International School in Malaysia, Teacher in Charge of IBDP Economics at the International School of Paris and Assistant Head – Operations at The British International School, Jakarta.
“We are thrilled to welcome Naomi Atkins as Founding Principal. Her experience, vision and commitment to nurturing the whole child make her the ideal person to lead Bedford School Mohali. We are confident that, under her leadership, the school will quickly establish itself as a beacon of international education in India.”
Head Master, Bedford School UK
