Wynberg-Allen School, established in 1888, is one of India's oldest educational institutions, located in the picturesque hill station of Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. Founded by Mr. Alfred Powell, Mr. and Mrs.
Arthur Foy, Brigade Surgeon J.H. Condon, and Mr. & Mrs. Henry D.
Allen, the school has a rich history of providing quality education. The school's motto, 'Excelsior,' meaning 'Onward and Upward,' reflects its commitment to excellence. The campus, situated at an altitude of 2003 meters in the Garhwal hills, spans 135 acres, offering a serene and conducive environment for learning. The school accommodates around 900 students, with approximately 700 boarders, fostering a close-knit community.
Affiliated with the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), Wynberg-Allen School offers classes from Pre-Nursery to Class 12, preparing students for the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) and Indian School Certificate (ISC) examinations. The academic year runs from March to November, providing a structured and comprehensive curriculum. The school's governance is managed by The Wynberg Homes Society, a registered society under the Societies Act of 1860.
The Principal, Mr. L. M. Tindale, oversees the school's operations, with Mr.
P. E. Radcliffe serving as the Headmaster of the Senior School and Mrs. S.
Mani as the Headmistress of the Junior School. The school's infrastructure is designed to support holistic development. The campus boasts well-equipped science and computer laboratories, bright and spacious classrooms with modern teaching aids, an audio-visual room, a well-stocked library, a state-of-the-art auditorium, an indoor heated swimming pool, a large playing field for inter-school sporting events, a skating rink, a basketball court, and a spacious gymnasium.
The Junior School features a three-storied health center with qualified nurses to attend to students' health needs. The school emphasizes extracurricular activities, encouraging participation in dance, drama, elocution, spelling bee, athletics, and various sports such as football, basketball, cricket, skating, and more. Several clubs, including photography, web designing, card making, marbling, rangoli, knitting, flower making, science for fun, tie and dye, and mosaic, are also active.
The admission process is meticulous, requiring the official application form, completed and registered with a non-refundable registration fee. Recommendations for admission from any source are discouraged, ensuring a fair and transparent process. For day scholars, eligibility conditions include holding a valid Aadhaar card and domicile certificate of Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. The school maintains a strict policy regarding medical matters, requiring a recent medical certificate for every pupil joining or rejoining the school.
The school's alumni, known as Alwynians, have made significant contributions in various fields. Notable alumni include actor Saeed Jaffery, industrialist Sunil Mittal, and Olympian Elizabeth Davenport. The school's rich history, commitment to excellence, and comprehensive facilities make it a distinguished institution in the region.