Facilities
The Library
The school has an extensive library with structural segregation of primary and secondary. The library is open on all class days and on the first and third Saturdays from 8.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon so that the children have direct access to reading books, periodicals and reviews. The library will be closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays.
Audio Visual Education :
Audio-visual education is an integral part of the schools programme, which supplements learning through charts, slides, films etc. to provide a more meaningful and active learning experience. To develop proficiency in activities like elocution and dramatics, modem air-conditioned audio-visual centre’s equipped with the latest technologies are setup to enrich and enhance the learning process
Excursions, Field Trips and Tours :
To enrich the school curriculum, field trips and excursions are planned for the pupils throughout the year. Educational tours are planned out of Mumbai during the year. These trips are compulsory for all students, as this develops the child's confidence, leadership qualities and personality. They will be assessed on the projects made during the camps and their attendance for the same.
Science Laboratories:
Well-equipped and modernized laboratories are available for standard V and above. All experiments will be performed under the supervision of teachers and lab assistants.
Damage to any lab property will be borne by the pupils concerned. All rules must be observed during use of the laboratories.
Computer Laboratories:
Computer education programmes are the need of the hour and are being conducted as part of the school curriculum in air-conditioned computer laboratories.
Guidance Services - Personal Counseling:
Students requiring special attention are referred to the school psychologist or a specialist as recommended by the principal. Close monitoring and timely, guidance throughout the year is provided to all such students with the co-operation of the psychologist, specialist. parents and staff to bring the child to the required level.
To provide wholesome nutritious food for the children the school runs a canteen during school hours. High standards of cleanliness and hygiene are observed and a wide selection of snacks and meals are served daily.
Medical Facility:
The school provides a regular check-up for the students by a team of qualified doctors. The General Physician looks after the overall routine check-up of the students.
The School Magazine:
The Editorial Board of G. D. Somani Memorial School takes a keen interest in the publication of GDS Times. Regular contribution in English, Hindi besides a regular update of the school activities are the highlights of this bi-annual magazine.