Karachi, Pakistan
Nurturing well-rounded learners across Karachi through The Elixir School.
We believe quality education cannot be confined to a particular geography, rather should be widespread. It is with this premise that we laid the foundation of The Elixir School in one of Karachi's oldest and well-established communities, North Nazimabad.
We aim to provide the best education and development opportunities for students with a well-rounded curriculum based on the themes shown here.
Critical thinking about the natural world.
Learning that looks after tomorrow.
Expressing ideas with modern tools.
Values, conduct and collaboration.
Turning initiative into enterprise.
Inquiry, wellbeing and safe practice.
The Society for the Advancement of Child Education publishes an annual record of the year at The Elixir School, North Nazimabad, Karachi, covering its academic calendar, co-curricular and community work, and audited accounts for the year ended 30 June 2022.
Pakistan's Independence Day was marked on 14 August 2022 with cultural performances, patriotic songs, skits and dances, with students in traditional attire celebrating the country's heritage.
“Our students' dedication, the hard work of our teachers, and the support of parents and the community have all contributed to an unforgettable event.”, Mehar Naz Hossain, Principal
The 2022–23 session opened with an orientation introducing the school's leadership, President Khawaja Bilal Mansoor, ED / Chairman BOGs Nasir R. Zaidi and Principal Mehar Naz Hossain, along with the teaching faculty.
Parents were walked through classrooms, the library, science and computer labs, sports facilities, and the school's safety and security measures.
A transparent student election, with nominations, campaigning and confidential voting, returned the Student Council for 2023, led by Head Boy Ibnay Waali and Head Girl Qirat Khan, with House Captains, Vice House Captains and Prefects.
The council acts as a bridge between students, faculty and administration, and leads student-run events through the year.
Students visited Dar ul Sukoon, a home for individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges, spending the day in conversation, musical chairs, dancing, singing and gift distribution with the residents.
The visit deepened students' understanding of inclusion and empathy, and the Society intends to continue the engagement.
Early years students dressed as doctors, astronauts, chefs, artists and more for a costume parade, followed by a “Career Show and Tell” in which they described the professions they had chosen.
The day introduces the youngest Elixirians to the diversity of professions and encourages them to dream big.
A series of beach cleanups across coastal locations brought together students, volunteers, local businesses and community members to remove litter and debris from Karachi's shoreline.
The drive was paired with educational sessions on the impact of litter on beaches and oceans, and with partnerships with local organisations and government agencies.
A ceremony of speeches, music and student art was followed by storytelling, games, arts and crafts, family photographs, a cultural showcase and recognitions for grandparents.
The celebration strengthened family bonds and gave students the chance to learn directly from their grandparents' experience.
The Seerat Conference and Mehfil-e-Hamd o Naat gathered the community for soulful recitations of Hamd and Naat, with strong participation from young reciters and art and calligraphy displays.
The event also served as an occasion for charity, with funds raised directed toward charitable causes.
PTMs were held on a regular schedule through the year, with teachers sharing detailed updates on each student's academic performance and behaviour, and parents and teachers setting goals together.
The meetings improved communication between home and school and made all stakeholders more accountable for student progress.
Early years students visited Onederland Play Land for a day of hands-on, experiential learning outside the classroom, supporting physical, social and cognitive development.
Primary and secondary students explored interactive science exhibits and demonstrations at TDF Magnifiscience, taking part in hands-on experiments under guided tours.
Students returned to the classroom to connect the STEM concepts they had encountered to their coursework.
An evening for Grade 11 built around a live Sufi music performance, a guest talk on Sufi philosophy and poetry, and moments of meditation and reflection.
The Sports Meet opened with a march past and the lighting of the torch, followed by track and field events, team sports, inter-house competition and cultural performances.
Plans for the coming year include more inclusive events, wider community participation, and sports scholarships and recognition for outstanding athletes.
Every class became a country, complete with themed decorations, artefacts and displays, as students presented projects, performances and interactive activities for visiting families and neighbours.
Future editions will add cultural sensitivity workshops and cover even more countries.
The financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2022 were audited by Farrukh Mateen & Co., Chartered Accountants, Karachi, who issued an unqualified opinion dated 31 October 2022. Summary of the income and expenditure account:
| Rupees | 2022 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 89,015,178 | 74,412,994 |
| Salaries & allowances | 32,922,585 | 33,489,151 |
| Repair & maintenance | 5,480,733 | 187,120 |
| Electricity | 1,577,252 | 1,246,588 |
| Fees & subscriptions | 4,124,456 | 2,765,740 |
| Sports activities | 1,943,843 | 493,520 |
| Donation and charity | 414,000 | 13,376,150 |
| Depreciation | 7,718,092 | 5,208,128 |
| Total administrative expenses | 66,769,517 | 67,822,000 |
| Surplus for the year | 22,245,661 | 6,590,994 |
| Surplus carried forward | 80,772,885 | 58,527,224 |
Our mission is to inculcate a questioning mindset in students, to tap into students' multiple intelligences via an integrated curriculum that fosters love for learning, nature, diverse cultures, foreign languages and extra-curricular activities. Our students actively seek knowledge and solutions backed by strong values of honesty, hard work and harmony with the environment and community.
To develop a holistic and integrated learning institution from early childhood to tertiary level that produces well-rounded individuals who contribute positively to society and the environment.
Academic depth paired with the sport, service and leadership that shape a well-rounded student.
A Cambridge-aligned curriculum carried from the Early Years through Secondary, with teaching that rewards understanding over memorisation.
Hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts and maths exhibitions, supported by field trips that connect classroom ideas to the world outside.
An annual inter-house sports meet where students build teamwork, discipline and a lasting habit of staying active.
Beach clean-ups, care-home visits and civic projects that turn classroom values into responsibility towards Karachi and its environment.
Prefect council elections give students a real vote and a real mandate, teaching democratic participation from an early age.
Open house exhibitions, debates and heritage celebrations that widen students' view of their own culture and of the wider world.