Hyacinth Emanuel
Chairwomen
Mrs. Hyacinth Emanuel is a pioneering educationist and visionary leader. With a
postgraduate degree in English, she dedicated her four-decade career to empowering
students and teachers to reach their full potential.
During her illustrious tenure as Managing Director of the St Andrews Group of Schools,
Mrs. Emanuel envisioned innovations in the curriculum, ensuring the continual professional
development of her team. As a result, the teachers of St. Andrews Schools became
well-equipped with modern educational techniques and remained updated on the latest
developments in their subject areas.
Under her guidance and leadership, the School witnessed phenomenal growth, expanding
from a single campus in 1985 to three campuses in the twin cities by 2012. Her efforts
in providing high-quality education also led to the expansion of the St. Andrews
brand to Bangalore through Winmore Academy.
Mrs. Emanuel's passion for helping children with learning difficulties led to the
establishment of Akira by St. Andrews, a learning centre and programme for children
with dyslexia. She firmly believed that every child is unique and deserves a nurturing
environment that fosters discovery, inquiry, learning, expression, and communication.
As a true visionary, Mrs. Emanuel focused on stewardship, cultivating an ideal learning
environment, and ensuring that every student acquired essential life skills.
As Chairwoman her legacy continues to inspire and guide the senior leadership of
St. Andrews Schools, sharing her wealth of experience and expertise as a mentor.
Her legacy extends beyond her tenure, as she nurtures and empowers the next generation
of leaders to carry forward her vision.