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Kathmandu. Premier International IB Continuum School, proudly celebrated the Graduation Ceremony for the IBDP and NEB Class of 2025, honoring 73 graduating students—41 from the National Examination Board (NEB) Program and 32 from the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The ceremony was graced by Chief Guest Chiribabu Maharjan, Mayor of Lalitpur Metropolitan City, who delivered an inspiring address. He remarked, “I am proud to have a school like Premier in our city. Lalitpur is known as the hub of quality education in Nepal—and Premier is not just part of that identity, it is leading it.” He continued, “Premier is the best school in the district and one of the finest schools in the country, consistently ahead of the curve in delivering world-class education.” His message was received with great applause, reinforcing Premier’s standing as a national leader in education.
A highlight of the event was the conferring of academic honors by Chiribabu Maharjan. Salutatorian titles were awarded to Ayushma Rajbhandari (NEB) and Subham Bajgain (IBDP), while the Valedictorian honors went to Aashni Rungta (IBDP) and Prabigya Purush Dhakal (NEB). Each honoree addressed the audience with eloquent reflections, expressing gratitude for their journeys and sharing hopes for their future endeavors.
The program opened with a heartfelt welcome address by Pawitra Limbu, Founding Director of Premier International School. Speaking to the gathered parents and guests, she shared, “We took your children into our care as curious little learners, and today we return them to you as capable, confident, and compassionate young adults ready to take on the world.” She expressed deep gratitude to parents for entrusting the school with their children’s futures and extended her warmest wishes to the graduates.
The ceremony was attended by several distinguished guests from Nepal’s education and youth leadership sectors. Among them were Chudamani Poudel, Honourable Secretary of the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology; Ramesh Silwal, Chairman of the Higher Institutions and Secondary Schools’ Association Nepal (HISSAN); Shiva Kumar Sapkota, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Education; Krishna Prasad Adhikari, President of the Private and Boarding Schools’ Organisation Nepal (PABSON); Subash Neupane, President of the National PABSON (NPABSON); Kshitiz Thebe, Chairperson of the National Youth Federation Nepal; Laxman KC, Chairman of the Institutional Education Providers Association of Nepal (IEPAN); Dwiraj Sharma, President of the Association of Australian Education Representatives in Nepal (AAERI); Suprabhat Bhandari, President of the Nepal Guardian Association; Rajkumar Karki, Executive Committee Member of the International School Sports Federation (ISF) and Secretary General of the Nepal School Sports Federation (NSSF); Deepak Agrawal, General Secretary of the Nepal Montessori Association (NMA); Devi Prasad Poudel, Chief of the Lalitpur Education Section (Shikshya Mahasakha); Suresh Bahadur Sashi, Ward Chairperson of Ward No. 15; Sadish Pradhan, Captain of Nepal’s National Basketball Team and Premier’s Head Coach and school directors, principals, educators, and organizational representatives from various institutions.
In her closing remarks, Pravina Thapa, Academic Director of Premier, emphasized the importance of global mindedness with local commitment. “No matter where life takes you—be it to global universities or international careers—remember that Nepal is your home. One day, bring back what you’ve learned and contribute something meaningful to your country,” she urged.
Achyut Prasad Lamsal, NEB Coordinator, and Dr. Amit Badola, IBDP Coordinator, also delivered heartfelt messages, reflecting on the journey of the Class of 2025. “Though your identity cards may now say ‘alumni’ instead of ‘student,’ this school will always remain your home,” they said. “You will always hold a special place in our hearts.”
Premier International School continues to stand apart as Nepal’s only IB Continuum School, offering the full International Baccalaureate suite—Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (IBDP). Alongside the IBDP, the school also offers the nationally recognized NEB Senior High School Program, allowing students to choose between two rigorous academic tracks. Rooted in IB philosophies of inquiry, critical thinking, international mindedness, and holistic development, Premier remains committed to nurturing future-ready, compassionate leaders who are prepared to make a difference—both in Nepal and the world.
