بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَنِ الرَّحِيم
It is my distinct honor and privilege to address you as the Chairman of the Board of Governors of Garrison Academy Kharian Cantt. On behalf of the entire Board, I extend my warmest greetings to our students, parents, faculty, staff, and the wider community who collectively form the backbone of this great institution.
Garrison Academy stands today as a proud symbol of educational excellence, a testament to what can be achieved when vision, dedication, and unwavering commitment come together. From our humble beginnings, we have grown into a premier educational hub spanning over 42 acres, serving more than 4,300 students across a comprehensive academic spectrum—from Play Group to 2nd Year, alongside a distinguished Cambridge section from Class I to O Level III.
Our institutional philosophy is built upon a simple yet profound belief: that education is the most powerful instrument for national transformation. We are not merely preparing students for examinations; we are shaping the citizens, leaders, professionals, and guardians of tomorrow’s Pakistan. This responsibility weighs heavily upon us, and it is one we embrace with utmost sincerity.
The dual-educational streams we offer—the APSACS system and the Cambridge (APSIS) stream—reflect our commitment to providing choice without compromising on quality. Whether a student walks the corridors of our Pre-School, Junior School, separate Middle and Senior sections for Boys and Girls, or our specialized Cambridge Junior, Middle, and Senior Schools, they are being nurtured under a unified ethos of discipline, academic rigor, and moral uprightness.
I am particularly proud of the holistic environment we have cultivated here. True education encompasses the mind, body, and spirit. Our students’ exceptional achievements in co-curricular and extracurricular activities—bringing laurels to the nation at national and international competitions—fill every Garrisonian heart with pride. These young ambassadors have demonstrated that when talent is provided the right platform and guidance, it knows no bounds. They are the living proof that our students can compete with, and excel against, the very best in the world.
To our dedicated faculty of approximately 300 teachers and our administrative staff of over 100, I offer my sincere appreciation. You are the architects of this success, working tirelessly behind the scenes and on the front lines to ensure that every child receives the attention, guidance, and inspiration they deserve. Your professionalism and passion are the driving forces behind Garrison Academy’s rising trajectory.
To our parents and guardians, I thank you for entrusting us with your most precious assets—your children. This trust is sacred, and we consider it our solemn duty to ensure that your children grow into individuals of impeccable character, sound intellect, and profound patriotism.
As Chairman, my vision, in alignment with our esteemed Principal, Professor Dr. Syed Waqar Ali Rizvi, and the entire Board, is to continue elevating Garrison Academy to even greater heights. We are committed to investing in infrastructure, faculty development, and innovative pedagogical approaches that keep us at the forefront of educational excellence. We will continue to foster an environment where discipline is balanced with creativity, where tradition meets innovation, and where every child is empowered to discover and realize their full potential.
I encourage each one of you—students, parents, and educators—to take full ownership of this institution. Let us work together, hand in hand, to ensure that Garrison Academy Kharian Cantt remains not just a center of learning, but a cradle of leadership and a fortress of values.
May Allah Almighty bless our efforts and guide us on the path of righteousness and success.
Pakistan Zindabad!
Major General Bilal Mahmud
Chairman, Board of Governors
Garrison Academy Kharian Cantt