Adani International School and ISSO team up to strengthen sports education
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In a significant boost to India’s international school sports movement, the International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO) is collaborating with the Adani International School to enhance the nation’s sports education framework for globally aligned schools. ISSO is the only sports body in India dedicated to schools following international curricula like IB, Cambridge, Edexcel, and NSBA. It provides a rare, structured sports platform for these schools.
Mrs. Namrata Adani, Promoter of Adani International School, who now joins the Advisory Board of ISSO, is driving the initiative to actively shape its vision and long-term goals.
Having a leader from a prominent educational institution join the advisory board means fresh ideas and strong support. This kind of partnership can help shape policies and amplify school-level sports in the country.
Founded in 2017, ISSO is India’s only dedicated sports body for international curriculum schools affiliated with globally recognised boards like the International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge, Edexcel, the US-based National School Boards Association (NSBA), etc.
Since its inception in 2017, ISSO has grown fast, hosting many tournaments and helping build confidence, teamwork, and skill in thousands of young athletes across India. With over 430 schools, 22 sports disciplines, and more than 300 tournaments conducted annually, ISSO has impacted over 22,000 students, making it the gold standard for school-level sports excellence. ISSO’s scale over 430 schools and thousands of students makes it a powerful force in youth sports, setting a model for inclusive and diverse sports opportunities.
Through this collaboration, Adani International School, a progressive institution committed to holistic student development, will support ISSO in scaling sporting infrastructure, enhancing athlete training and promoting participation in global events. The school’s emphasis on integrating academic excellence with physical education complements ISSO’s mission to nurture well-rounded student-athletes. Adani International School offers modern infrastructure, sports facilities, and expert coaches. Adding these strengths to ISSO’s network will enhance training quality and broaden participation.
At the event, Ms. Aakanksha Thapak, Director ISSO, said, “We are delighted to welcome Mrs. Namrata Adani and the Adani Group as part of our shared vision for youth empowerment through sports. Over the years, ISSO has built a structured pathway for international school students to grow through competitive sport from grassroots to national and international levels. With the leadership and forward-thinking vision of Mrs. Adani, this collaboration is set to further strengthen the ecosystem we’ve created. Together, we look forward to unlocking greater sporting possibilities and inspiring thousands of young athletes across international schools.”
A structured pathway from beginner to elite levels is rare for international school sports; this clarity helps students set goals and dream bigger in sports careers.
“We are at an inflexion point in India’s educational and sporting landscape,” said Mrs. Namrata Adani from Adani Group in a statement. “Through this collaboration, we aim to create inclusive, future-ready institutions where students are empowered to pursue excellence both in the classroom and on the sports field. It is an honour to support ISSO in establishing a structured, globally benchmarked sports culture for international schools in India.”
Combining strong academics with sports helps students stay balanced. It supports overall development and can boost chances for higher education and scholarships.
ISSO’s association with key national and international sports bodies such as the School Games Federation of India (SGFI) and the International School Sport Federation (ISF) has enabled Indian students to compete at the highest levels. Through its specialised wing, the International Board School Sports Organisation (IBSO), ISSO has helped thousands of students progress to elite events like the SGFI Nationals, Khelo India Games, the Subroto Cup and even the ISF World Championships.
ISSO’s ties with SGFI and ISF open real pathways from inter-school events to national games like Khelo India and international championships at ISFgiving student athletes real exposure and opportunity. The Adani International School ISSO collaboration brings a renewed focus on structured, transparent and professionally managed competitions that can also aid global university admissions through robust student-athlete profiling. Documenting student-athlete profiles helps students when applying to universities abroad. Sports achievements, videos, and data can make applications stand out. This collaboration is set to accelerate the next phase of growth for ISSO, empowering a generation of international school students to excel in both academics and sport and to dream beyond boundaries. Combining sport with academics helps build leaders, strong minds, and healthy bodies. This initiative will inspire many more students to aim higher in both arenas.
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