
The Polymath School, Mumbai
As the region’s first Project-Based Learning (PBL) school, The Polymath School, serving students from Nursery to Grade 12 is designed by Education Design International (EDI) to reflect a hands-on, student-centered educational philosophy. Every space is crafted to support collaboration, creativity, and real-world learning.
The campus features multi-functional indoor and outdoor spaces, maximizing flexibility and encouraging a seamless blend of formal and informal learning. Compact, adaptable classrooms support smaller learning communities that can easily expand for group projects or interdisciplinary activities.
Key design highlights include:
- Visual Arts Studios and Learning Resource Centers with curated student exhibitions.
- Small collaboration and performance zones to complement a 400-seat multipurpose hall, also used for indoor sports.
- A sensory play fountain, large sandpit, and creative play equipment for Kindergarten, supporting exploratory and motor-skill development.
- For older students, a public café, amphitheatre, and informal performance space create a vibrant social and collaborative hub.
- Unconventional play structures challenge Middle and High School learners, promoting risk-taking and resilience.
The school’s outdoor learning environment is enriched by a diverse botanical grove featuring fruit trees, vegetables, flowering plants, and medicinal herbs, enhancing both aesthetics and environmental learning.
Designed to inspire joyful discovery, active engagement, and community connection, The Polymath School sets a new standard for PBL-focused educational design in the region.
Project Location: Mumbai
Student Strength: 1800
Site Area: 3.47 Acres.
Constructed Area: 1,35,000 sq.ft.
Curriculum: PBL ; IGCSE
Completion Date: 2019

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