Gorkha United Public School (GUPS), established in 2000 AD (2057 BS), is a leading academic institution located in Kohalpur Municipality-02, Banke, in the peaceful heart of Nepal’s Mid-Western region. Spanning across 1.6 hectares of serene land, GUPS boasts well-developed academic and residential infrastructure, including modern classrooms, dedicated administrative and academic buildings, fully equipped science and computer labs, a rich library with a study hall, an auditorium, and a cafeteria. With its calm and pollution-free environment, the school provides an ideal setting for focused learning and all-round development.
Since its inception, GUPS has been committed to academic excellence, driven by a dedicated team of highly qualified and experienced educators. The school embraces innovative teaching methodologies and a student-centered approach, aiming to prepare students for the demands of a dynamic 21st-century world. In 2065 BS, GUPS expanded its academic offerings to include Plus Two (10+2) programs in Science and Management, under the affiliation of the National Examinations Board (NEB).
In 2075 BS, the school took a significant leap forward by launching a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture program affiliated with the Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU), Rampur, Chitwan. This program is conducted under the banner of Gorkha Polytechnic College & Research Centre, a sister project situated on 4.5 hectares of land in Baijanath Village Municipality-4. With this addition, GUPS has solidified its role as a pioneer in technical and agricultural education in the region.
Vision
Gorkha United Public School is dedicated to educating students to the highest academic standards, driven by the motto, "Positive Thinking for Quality Education." The school envisions empowering each student to reach and exceed their potential, preparing them to become productive, responsible, ethical, creative, and compassionate members of society.
Facilities
- Science Lab
Students are active learners, not just passive recipients of knowledge. Labs provide students with various opportunities to learn and experiment, which plays a crucial role in the ongoing intellectual development of students at any academic level. GUPS has extended its Science Labs to facilitate the students with all sorts of materials and equipment. It owns separate labs for Physics, Chemistry and Biology experiments to develop scientific reasoning abilities, discover the world around them, and ask challenging questions to gather the evidence needed for the most complete answer.
- Library and e-library
GUPS has expanded its Library with separate study room with inclusion of thousands of world class books on Science & technology, Mathematics, Nepali & English literatur and Encyclopedia along with relevant text-books. GUPS library also acquires thousands of magazines (Daily/ Weekly/Monthly). Along with this library possesses connection of e-Library through internet.
- Co-Curricular Activities
Study gets no completion without the involvement of Co-curricular activities. Hence throughout the year the school conducts different activities/competitions
on weekly basis as house wise competition according to School’s Academic calendar. Besides, the school organizes Mini Running Shield, Annual Sports/Parents’ Day and GUPS Talent Hunt every year with the active participation of all level students.
- Audio/Visual Classes
To provide visual understanding of different theories & hypothesis, the school possesses Audio/Visual aids like separate Laptops, LCD projectors for juniors and senior students with e-classes on variety of subject topics.
- Computer Lab
Traditionally, computer labs have been configured to support teaching and learning by providing rows of computers in a lecture-style classroom set-up. Lab computers and software allowed students to complete course assignments or learn new programs.
- Children Park
Kids pay more attention to academic tasks when they are given frequent, brief opportunities for free play. Recess can also have a calming effect helping with disciplinary issues and impulse control. Unstructured physical activity on the playground helps kids become smarter, healthier and stronger.
