Oxford International School

Being out on the Gondal Rajkot Highway means there’s always a breeze, but also a lot of wind-blown sand coming from the road. Oxford International School is located right on Umbala Road. It’s a bit of a drive for some people, but it’s where we are. I see the buses coming in every morning from both Gondal and Rajkot. It’s a long stretch of road and we’re right in the middle of it. The school is a big place, and it takes a lot of walking to get from one side to the other. I usually have a lot of keys in my pocket because there’s always a door that needs opening or a cupboard that’s stuck. The highway is busy with trucks, but once you get inside the gates, it’s a different world. We have kids from all over this part of Gujarat. It’s a lot of work to manage the schedule when you’re out here. I spend a lot of time in the back office or checking on the grounds. The grass needs watering and the walls need a fresh coat of paint every few years. It’s just a practical thing that has to be done. We don’t really do anything too flashy or special. We just make sure the rooms are ready for the morning. It’s a quiet life out here on the highway once the kids are finally in their classes. You get used to the sound of the distant traffic. It’s just our routine.