Aga Khan Higher Secondary School Hyderabad

Aga Khan Higher Secondary School (AKHSS), Hyderabad, was founded in 1943 as a girls’ primary school and later expanded to admit boys, evolving into a middle, secondary, and ultimately a higher secondary school by 2016. The institution emphasizes holistic education, combining rigorous academics with professional development for its teachers.

Teacher Development and Support

The school’s professional development initiatives include pre-service and in-service programs aimed at enhancing instructional skills and student outcomes. The Teacher Induction programme provides new educators with 20 hours of structured training and personalized mentoring. Additionally, the Summer Learning Programme, spanning 100 hours, helps faculty deepen subject knowledge and refine pedagogical practices. Ongoing support is provided through Academic Coordinators who assist with student work analysis, co-planning, co-teaching, evaluation guidance, and reflective practices. The Aga Khan Education Service also organizes workshops and seminars covering classroom management, teaching methodologies, and educational technology. Teachers may participate in external courses offered by prestigious institutions such as AKU-IED, TRC, SPELT, AIOU, and the University of Karachi. Staff appraisal is a continuous process to ensure high teaching standards, with top-performing teachers recognized annually for their contributions to excellence in education.