The Free Press Journal has recognised Seth Juggilal Poddar Academy(ICSE), Malad, in the Mumbai Schools Survey 2025, celebrating the institution’s outstanding contribution to quality education and community engagement.
On 13th February 2026 the school was honoured with accolades under the category of "Excellence in Teacher Voice and Professional Development and Excellence in Parent and Community Partnership", highlighting its strong commitment to empowering educators and fostering meaningful collaboration with parents and society. These recognitions reflect the school’s progressive vision, inclusive culture, and dedication to continuous growth.
Under the visionary leadership of the principal, Ms. Rekha Anand, the school has consistently fostered academic rigor, character building, and future-ready skills among students, creating a nurturing environment where young minds thrive.
Mrs. Rekha Anand, Principal of S. J. Poddar Academy ICSE, was honoured as an Awardee at the SKILL Bharat Samman 5.0, a prestigious national recognition celebrating excellence in education and leadership. Selected from over 18,072+ Principals across India, this honour reflects her unwavering commitment to skill-based education, holistic development, and progressive school leadership.
The award was conferred on 31st January 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre, BKC, Mumbai, and was graciously presented by distinguished guests Mr. Guy Djoken, Executive Director, UNESCO Center for Peace; Ms. Heather Anderson, Secretary General, U.S. Federation of UNESCO Clubs & Associations; and Lt. General Surendra Kulkarni.
This recognition acknowledges her significant contribution towards nurturing future-ready learners and strengthening the foundation of quality education, and is a moment of immense pride for the entire S. J. Poddar Academy family.
It is with great pleasure that we announce S. J. Poddar Academy (ICSE) has been conferred with the prestigious Star Education Award 2025 under the category of ‘Best Management System in School’. This merit-based recognition by ESFE (Education Supply & Franchise Expo), in collaboration with various Education Departments—most notably the Maharashtra Government's Department of School Education and Sports—and media partner The Times of India, stands as a testament to the school’s unwavering commitment to excellence in education.
The Principal, Mrs. Rekha Anand, received this honour at the award function held at NESCO, Goregaon, on 11th December 2025
The students of SJPA participated in the Anveshak Inter-School Competitions 2025, organised by Sri Sri Ravishankar Vidya Mandir on 11th October 2025, and achieved outstanding success.
Our talented students represented the school with great enthusiasm and confidence. Their effort, teamwork and dedication were evident in every round of the competitions.
Among the participating teams, SJPA secured various positions, earning appreciation from the judges for their clarity of thought, endeavours and presentation skills. SJPA was awarded the 'Champion School' for the overall performance.
The school congratulates all the winners and participants for bringing pride to SJPA and showcasing exemplary talent at this prestigious inter-school event.
The FPJ Mumbai School Survey 2025 is the city’s most honest survey where there no participation or registration fee; is evidence backed, and where the framework is aligned to NEP and United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals for Child Rights and Education. It gives us great pleasure to inform you that our recently concluded Mumbai School Survey 2025 has recognised Seth Juggilal Poddar Academy, Malad (E), among the Top 10 Outstanding Schools in the following categories.
1. Excellence in Parent and Community Partnerships
2. Outstanding Teacher Voice & Professional Development
S. J. Poddar Academy (ICSE), located in Malad (East), has been recognized as a leading school in the National Curriculum and proudly ranked among the Top 8 Schools in Zone F — covering the region from Jogeshwari to Malad — in the TIMES School Survey 2025.
This achievement reflects the school’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, holistic development, and innovative learning practices, reaffirming its position as one of the most progressive institutions in Mumbai.
Seth Juggilal Poddar Academy (ICSE) is delighted to announce that its Principal, Mrs. Rekha Anand, has been conferred with the "Changemaker Head of the Year Award". This prestigious honour recognizes her exceptional leadership, innovative approach in education, and her unwavering commitment to shaping young minds with values and vision. Under her stewardship, the Academy continues to grow as a centre of excellence, inspiring students and educators alike.
We are delighted to share that Seth Juggilal Poddar Academy (ICSE) has been recognised as the Best School under the category ‘Co-Curricular Education’ in Mumbai at the Maharashtra School Rankings 2025 by Education Today.
This prestigious honour stands as a testament to the school’s commitment to educational excellence, innovation, leadership, and the holistic development of its students.
Our Principal, Mrs. Rekha Anand, proudly received the award on 12th September 2025 at the grand award ceremony held at Hotel Lalit, Mumbai.
At the 14th Edition of the Maharashtra's largest and the most prestigious MIMAMSA Conclave and Awards, held on 30th August 2025 at the Corinthians Resort, Pune, S J Poddar Academy (ICSE) was conferred with the title of ‘Technically Most Advanced School’.
The award was proudly received by the Principal, Mrs. Rekha Anand, in recognition of the school’s commitment to embracing innovation and technology in education.
We are proud to share that Mrs. Rekha Anand, Principal of S. J. Poddar Academy (ICSE), has been honoured with the Outstanding Leadership Award at the EGN (Education Growth Network) India Awards 2025, held on 23rd August 2025 at Four Points by Sheraton, Vashi. The award was presented by Dr. Radhike Khanna, Founder and Managing Trustee of Om Creations Trust and a National Awardee for her remarkable contribution to students with special needs and challenges.