Success through inspiration,
not authority

“If your actions inspire others to dream more,
learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader”

-John Quincy Adams

A space for all-rounded growth

Our school started due to a need for an environment, that is an ideal place for nurturing young minds to grow and develop their mind, body and soul. We, at KALS, strive to provide each child with diverse education in a safe and supportive environment that promotes courage, self-discipline motivation and excellence in academics and sports. The all-round development of every child at KALS spiritually, morally, emotionally, intellectually and physically is what our team continuously strives for, thereby creating a strong foundation to unleash the potential in every child.

founder

Datha Karaumbiah

Founder - Chairman

Mr Datha Karaumbiah, native of Kodagu and a former International Hockey player ,graduated from Maharaja College, Mysore. He has established and headed some of India’s leading automobile companies in Karnataka namely Sagar Automobiles, Maruti Dealership from 1993-2003 which in a short span of time became one of the top dealerships in the country under his leadership as CEO of the company. In 2006 he established M/s Sireesh Automobiles, Mahindra & Mahindra dealership, in total having an experience of over 15 years in the automobile industry. In 2003 along with his wife Mrs. Ashwini Nachappa, former Olympian, decided to commit their time and resources in providing Coorg with a one-of-a-kind education and sports institution in the country. Honoring his father’s vocation as a teacher who left the Indian Army (then under British rule) to become a school teacher, fondly known as Jackie Master even today, Late Mr Karaumbiah’s service to society is immeasurable, the school has been named after him.

Ashwini Nachappa

Managing Trustee

Ashwini is one of India’s best known sprinters. An Arjuna Awardee and an Olympian, she won silver at the Asian Games in 1990 and represented the country at the 1988 Seoul Olympics. She has spent the last 15 years trying to develop Athletics in India against the backdrop of a run-down system. She founded Ashwini’s Sports Foundation (ASF) in 2010 to groom talented athletes for the international stage.
Ashwini was the Sports Officer and PR head of Vijaya Bank with an experience of 16 years. She has been part of several non-profit organizations such as the Special Olympics, Parikrma Humanity Foundation, Mathru Foundation. She has served on many committees of Ministry of Sports , SAI- India as well as in the State Sports Departments. For her contribution she was also conferred with Honourary Doctorate from Karnataka State Women’s University.
trustee
principal

Gowramma Nanjappa

Principal

M.SC, M.Ed

Hails from a family of Teachers. Post graduate in Environmental Sciences with a Masters in Education is also a qualified Special Educator. Joined KALS in 2006 and has a vast teaching experience of over 24 years, in boarding schools.

Believes that the opportunity to educate the budding and aspiring young minds is a rare privilege, adhering to a huge responsibility of providing the best all-round education preparing the students to explore their potential both within and beyond the classroom. This responsibility is taken very seriously by the Kalian Team.

At KALS, we care about the individual and pride ourselves in the warmth of a community in which all our students feel valued. To broaden our students interests and develop their personal qualities, we aim to foster confidence, perseverance, tolerance, integrity through honouring traditions & inspiring Change! This makes every Kalian amenable to positively contribute to their wider community.

KALS is a fantastic learning sandbox for every child - a wonderful place for every student to learn and discover who they are now, who they are going to become, and the ways they will make their mark.

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principal

Being a teacher at KALS, goes beyond just teaching the curriculum. Our teachers not only impart knowledge, but they also ensure character building through multiple roles that they play in the environment. Counselling, mentoring students, and guiding them through their school life and constantly encourage them in all aspects of their lives.

To know more, please reach out to

   08274-279456/457/458

  kals.school@yahoo.in

To be a part of KALS head to Admissions