FAP INDIA

We are delighted to announce the establishment of FAP-INDIA, the Federation of All Private Indian Schools, a registered non-profit organization. The federation is dedicated to elevating educational standards nationwide and championing the welfare and growth of private schools across the country.

FAP, established in 2020, aims to transform the education sector through excellence, equity, and advocacy for private schools. FAP is committed to the notion that dynamic teaching methods and exceptional educators are the cornerstones of a thriving education system, with private schools serving as the bedrock of India's progressive educational landscape. Since independence, private schools have been pivotal in revolutionizing India's education system, providing top-notch academic experiences. Unfortunately, their dedication and achievements have not received the acclaim they deserve.

To acknowledge the private schools’ unwavering commitment to quality education and to appreciate the contribution of the teaching fraternity of Punjab, the federation instituted the FAP STATE AWARDS in 2021. In a majestic award ceremony organized in Chandigarh, 571 schools, 130 principals, and 389 teachers were bestowed with award trophies by Sh. Bandaru Dattatreya, Honourable Governor of Haryana; S. Charanjit Singh Channi, Chief Minister of Punjab; Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal, Eminent Environmentalist; Padma Shri Late S. Surjit Patar, Poet and President of Punjab Art Council; Arjun Awardee S. Pargat Singh; and S. Manpreet Singh, Captain of the Indian Hockey Team. The awards were conferred to the teachers based on their teaching skills, and to the schools and their principals based on parameters such as infrastructure, eco-friendly practices, clean and hygienic campus, innovative teaching practices, and budget-friendly fee structure. Adding another layer of significance, the event saw the unveiling of the first emblem recognizing the invaluable contributions of teachers to society.

Following the unprecedented success in 2021, the FAP STATE AWARDS transcended state boundaries and expanded its scope to recognize excellence nationwide, evolving into the prestigious FAP NATIONAL AWARDS in 2022 in response to overwhelming demand from private schools across India. The magnificent ceremony of the FAP NATIONAL AWARDS 2022 was graced by the benign presence of Sh. Banwarilal Purohit, Hon'ble Governor of Punjab; Sh. Som Parkash, Union Minister; Sh. Vijay Sampla, Union Minister; S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan, Speaker of Punjab Vidhan Sabha; S. Harjot Singh Bains, Education Minister of Punjab; and S. Harpal Singh Cheema, Finance Minister of Punjab. A total of 335 schools, 273 principals, 315 teachers, and 140 students from different states of India were honored. The awards at the ceremony were presented to the teachers based on their teaching skills, whereas the schools, principals, and students won awards in the academic achievement and sports achievement categories. Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to teachers who have devoted their lives to the teaching profession.

In 2023, the awards broadened their recognition spectrum with the inception of the FAP Cultural Achievement Award category, joining the esteemed FAP Academic Achievement and FAP Sports Achievement categories. Dr. Kiran Bedi, Former Lt. Governor of Puducherry; Dr. Raj Kumar Ranjan Singh, Minister of State for External Affairs and Education, Govt. of India; Sh. Aman Arora, Hon'ble Minister of Punjab Govt.; Hon'ble Leut. General S. Kanwaljeet Singh Dhillon, S. Gurpreet Singh Ghuggi, and S. Karamjit Singh Anmol from the entertainment industry conferred the awards to 294 schools, 444 principals, 594 teachers, and 254 students amidst the spectacular cultural performances by the school students that showcased their rich and diverse talents.

Every year the ederation organizes one of its kind FAP NATIONAL AWARDS to reward private schools across the nation and overseas excelling on various parameters. The objective is to promote the sense of pride in the schools for their achievements in academic, sports, and cultural domains. The awards also recognize the outstanding performance made by the principals, teachers, and students of the schools, and appreciate the efforts and contribution made by the private schools all over India for providing quality education. This year too the FAP NATIONAL AWARDS 2024 ceremony will be organized in Chandigarh on 16 and 17 of November, 2024.