Gurugram, Jan 20 (IEB) UK’s Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet, in partnership with GEDU Global Education, has announced its entry into India with plans to open its first campus in Gurugram from August 2026, the multinational education firm said on Tuesday.
Queen Elizabeth’s School second campus is planned for 2027-28. The school’s partner GEDU has also committed to investing an additional 150 to 200 million pounds over the next three years across India’s K12 and higher education landscape.
“The opening of Queen Elizabeth’s School in Gurugram is another landmark moment for our organisation. Children born in India now will be graduating in 2047, entering the workforce of an economic, political and cultural superpower. A world-class K12 education will be critical to ensure these individuals seize the opportunities that are presented to them, and support the aspirations of Viksit Bharat 2047,” Caroline Pendleton-Nash, Chief Executive Officer of Queen Elizabeth’s Global Schools said.
With a legacy rooted in academic distinction, Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet stands among the most prestigious institutions in the world. Founded in 1573 by a Royal Charter from Queen Elizabeth I, the school has consistently set global benchmarks in academic excellence, character building and leadership development.
“The India campus will reflect the educational philosophy that has made Queen Elizabeth’s School one of the most respected names in global K12 education. It will deliver a curriculum grounded in academic depth, intellectual discipline and holistic development, designed to prepare students for leadership in an increasingly interconnected world,” the statement said.
The school promises to set-up world-class sport facilities, a swimming pool and specialist creative and performing arts facilities.
“his Initiative complements the UK-India Vision 2035, to internationalise education and help young people gain a deeper understanding of each other’s countries — especially modern UK and India — while building trust and equipping them with the skills to succeed anywhere in the world,” Alison Barrett MBE, Country Director India. British Council said.
Alba Smeriglio, Deputy High Commissioner, British Deputy High Commission Chandigarh said that education is one of the strongest bridges between the UK and India.
“The opening of Queen Elizabeth’s School in Gurugram is an exciting milestone for UK-India ties and will help nurture skills, promote exchange of best practice, and expand opportunities for young people in Haryana to engage with world-class British education,” Smeriglio said.
