VGS Core Values
The Chairman’s Eight Golden Rules
At the core of our school’s values are the Eight Golden Rules, which guide our actions and behaviour. These principles, grounded in respect, responsibility, and personal growth, are designed to foster a positive and supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
1. Cultural Instillation
We honour and practise India’s diverse cultural traditions, languages, and ethical teachings that treat the entire world as one.
Why it matters:
It provides identity, a moral compass, and a sense of belonging that steadies global engagement.
How we Practice:
- Curriculum that emphasises history and arts
- Multi-cultural & ethnic festivals celebrated
- Teaching & promoting multiple languages
- Community service is tied to cultural heritage.
Sportsmanship and Team Leadership
We respect and promote fair play, collaborative leadership, and the humility to both lead and follow through discipline and devotion.
Why it matters:
Sport instils democratic leadership skills, mental fortitude, unwavering passion, competitive spirit, ability to define & achieve goals and emotional intelligence.
How we Practice:
- Rotating captaincy or leadership amongst students
- Conflict-resolution training
- Teammate feedback systems
- Intra & inter school competitions, yoga, self-defence & physical education.
Unwavering Discipline
We believe in building consistency, accountability, and self-discipline. Our goal is to turn potential into excellence while nurturing a lasting habit of learning and growth.
Why it matters:
Discipline is the bridge between talent and enduring achievement. It develops the ability to be consistent and relentlessly pursue goals even in the face of adversity. It gives an edge to character and enhances personality.
How we Practice:
- Code of conduct
- Daily routines combining study, practice, and rest
- Measurable skill-progress milestones.
Holistic Inquiry and IB Mindset
We support and encourage curiosity-driven learning, international-mindedness, and interdisciplinary thinking aligned with IB principles to reach global excellence.
Why it matters:
It prepares students to tackle real-world global challenges with a strong sense of ethics. They grow into leaders who make an impact worldwide while staying responsible to their communities.
How we Practice:
- Project-based learning tied to sports science, culture, and community
- TOK-style reflection
- Service-learning linked to athletics
- Exchange programmes
- Community sports clinics
- Sustainability practices across campus.
Technology-Enabled Learning and Performance
We understand and indulge purposeful use of technology to enhance learning, athletic training, assessment, and character development to prepare for the future.
Why it matters:
Technology enhances coaching, tailors learning to each student, offers clear performance insights, and equips learners to thrive in a digital world shaped by AI.
How we Practice:
- Wearable performance trackers
- Video analysis for skills and tactics
- Blended IB curriculum with adaptive e-learning
- Data dashboards for holistic student metrics
- Digital portfolios showcasing academic, athletic, and character growth.