About
Foundation for Lifelong Learning and Growth
For over three decades, P.E.S. Modern Pre-Primary English Medium School, Shivajinagar, Pune-5 has been a cornerstone of quality early childhood education. Under the visionary leadership of Dr. Gajanan R. Ekbote, our school nurtures young minds with a perfect blend of academic excellence, creativity, and holistic development.
With well-equipped classrooms, experienced educators, and engaging learning activities, we create a joyful and enriching environment where children thrive. Our mission is to shape confident, curious, and capable leaders of tomorrow by fostering a strong educational foundation from the very start.
Honorable, Late Shankarrao Kanitkar
Founder Of P. E. Society
Progressive Education Society is a reputed and distinguished educational institution in Maharashtra. Honorable, Late Shankarrao Kanitkar, along with his selfless dedicated team of teachers known for the highest moral values, laid the foundation of the Society on the auspicious day of 'Akshay Tritiya' on 16th May 1934 in Pune.
Progressive Education Society has been making noteworthy progress for the last 83 years along with the noble path and principles laid down by the eminent predecessors such as Guruwarya Late S. R. Kanitkar, Late V. T. Tatke and Late M. G. Chaphekar, who were illustrious incarnations of ceaseless hard work and sacrifice.
Late S. R. Kanitkar was ably assisted by Late V. T. Tatke, Late M. G. Chaphekar and Late Koparkar. Progressive Education Society is proud to possess the glowing tradition of these stalwarts.
The two remarkable words that appear in the names of the Society and its educational institutions are "Progressive" and "Modern". The inclusion of these words was certainly with some noble intentions, which serves as a bright beacon for Progressive Education Society to follow with determination.
'Progressive' means keeping with the spirit of times and innovation while 'Modern' means Modern in outlook, up-to-date in all matters whether it is an academic, sports or cultural activities. It was resolved to use modern equipment and modern methodology to teach the students.
The aims and objectives of the Progressive Education Society as laid down in its Constitution are to impart generally to the rising generations of this country and particularly to the residents of Maharashtra, an efficient Pre-primary, Primary, Secondary, Higher Secondary and Collegiate education, embodying a literacy, scientific, technical, commercial and industrial training and the training of teachers by the establishment at Pune and other places in the Maharashtra State, as circumstances permit, of Pre-primary, Primary, Secondary, Higher Secondary Schools and Colleges or by such other means as may be most conducive to the attainment of the aims and objects of the Society.
Dr. Gajanan R. Ekbote
Chairman, Progressive Education Society
- Professor of Surgery, B.J. Medical College, Pune
- Dean, Faculty of Medicine, University of Pune
- Member, Senate and Board of College and University Development, University of Pune
- Member, Consultative Group on 'Education', Planning Commission, Government of India
- Member, Consultative Group on 'Teacher’s Education', Planning Commission, Government of India
- Member, Management Council, Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik
- Member, Board of Governors, National Institute of Technology, Surathkal, Karnataka
- Member, Academic Council (UGC Nominee), West Bengal University of Health Sciences, Kolkata
Progressive Education Society – A Legacy of Excellence
Progressive Education Society was established by Late Shankarraoji Kanitkar and his five teacher colleagues in 1934 on the auspicious day of Akshay Tritiya. The key values of the society are "Progressive" and "Modern."
The institution's mission is to develop competent, committed, and compassionate leaders who bring meaningful change to society.
Commitment to Progressive and Modern Education
Technology is evolving rapidly, and new educational institutions are emerging every year in Pune. Despite this competitive environment, Progressive Education Society remains committed to honoring its core values—"Progressive" and "Modern."
"I have always believed that the answer to my destiny lies in creating the results I desire."
A surgeon by profession, Dr. G.R. Ekbote transitioned into educational administration in 1985. Driven by his passion for education, he accepted the challenge of leading the Progressive Education Society, Pune, as its Chairman. Under his leadership, 62 educational institutions in Pune have flourished.
Dr. Ekbote was granted an equivalence of Ph.D. degree by Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik, recognizing his academic achievements, research work, and professional eminence. Currently, he serves as the Pro-Vice Chancellor of the same university.