Head of Boarding & Student Enrichment

Welcome to Pathways World School, Gurgaon, a residential school committed to meeting the needs of today’s children. Having worked for more than a decade in different boarding schools, I have long believed that, above all else, students need psychological safety to excel. They need the confidence to take on any challenge they encounter and require both love and discipline in equal measure to realize their potential. As the Head of Boarding, these beliefs shape my vision of building an environment that fosters safety and nurtures individual growth.

I am a strong believer in the merits of residential education. Life in boarding instils independence, empathy, compassion, enriched experiences, and a strong sense of discipline.

At Pathways, whether it’s peers, teachers, pastoral staff, or parents, we each play a unique role in helping a child reach their full potential. What’s essential, however, is that we are all working toward the same goal—imparting shared values in our own ways, raising these children to become the best versions of themselves.

Our endeavour at Pathways Residences is not to separate children from their loved ones but to introduce them to an extended family. This is why we focus on strengthening the emotional connection between students and their families. Daily phone calls, flexible boarding options such as weekly, fortnightly, and regular boarding, and ongoing interaction between parents and the boarding staff create a support system that allows children to experience the best of both family life and boarding life.

We measure our success in smiles! As a school, we continuously enhance the measures in place to ensure an atmosphere conducive to the fulfilment of each child’s true potential and aspirations. My team and I are always looking for new ways to enrich students’ lives, whether through co-curricular activities, sports, or creative ways to spend their leisure time. As a result, the residential experience continues to grow from strength to strength.

At its heart, Pathways is built on a bold vision: education should do more than fill minds with facts—it should inspire action. Our emphasis on international-mindedness, compassion, and calculated risk-taking prepares students for a world that is changing faster than ever. We are shaping young leaders who think beyond themselves, care deeply about others, and have the adaptability to thrive in tomorrow’s world.

This isn’t just education. It’s preparation for life.

We would love to hear from you. If you have any comments, queries or suggestions, please feel free to write to me at zarathusht.ragaby@pathways.in

I look forward to meeting with you.