The Lexicon Schools – Inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders Through Entrepreneurial Learning

For ten consecutive years, The Lexicon Schools have been recognised as the #1 CBSE School in Pune East Zone by The Times School Survey. This decade-long achievement is now accompanied by a new mission – transforming education by weaving entrepreneurial thinking into everyday learning.

In a world defined by constant change, The Lexicon Schools aim to equip students with more than academic excellence. They foster adaptability, creativity, and the confidence to convert ideas into reality. The school’s entrepreneurship programmes go beyond teaching concepts – they prepare students to identify opportunities, take calculated risks, and lead with purpose.

Entrepreneurship – A Way of Thinking

Here, entrepreneurship is not treated as an optional extra activity. It is built into the school’s DNA, encouraging students to think critically, collaborate effectively, and develop resilience.

Following CBSE guidelines, the curriculum includes skill-based subjects like Entrepreneurship, Financial Literacy, Hospitality & Tourism, Marketing, and Financial Management. These are paired with project-based assignments and real-life business simulations, allowing students to connect theory with practical applications.

Learning Without Boundaries

Entrepreneurial learning at The Lexicon Schools thrives through:

• Hands-On Experiences: Business model competitions, market simulations, start-up workshops, Start-up challenges, case study competitions, and interactive panel discussions.
• Industry Exposure: Internships and mentorship from successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders. Opportunities to learn directly from professionals and visit real business environments.
• Interdisciplinary Learning: Connecting concepts from business studies, hospitality, and technology to real-world applications and merging hospitality, technology, business, and sustainability for innovative solutions.

The Young Entrepreneurs’ Conclave – Turning Ideas Into Action

One of the flagship initiatives, and the most dynamic platforms, the Young Entrepreneurs’ Conclave, allows students to step into the role of innovators and changemakers. The event features keynote speakers sharing inspiring journeys of grit and growth, while interactive panel discussions explore emerging trends, start-up funding, sustainability, and the future of technology-driven markets.

The highlight of these conclaves is the Pitch Session, where students present original business ideas – ranging from eco-conscious products to cutting-edge digital tools – before a panel of mentors. The atmosphere buzzes with energy as participants showcase not just their creativity, but also their ability to solve real-world problems.

Guidance That Goes the Distance

Students receive continuous mentoring, from shaping an idea to exploring its market potential. Expert guidance covers everything from business planning and funding strategies to navigating legal processes. This holistic approach ensures that student projects are not only imaginative but also viable in the real world.

Young Entrepreneurs – Learning by Doing

In line with its vision of experiential education and promoting young entrepreneurs, The Lexicon Schools also conduct the Young Entrepreneurs programme, which is an engaging, activity-based learning initiative designed for every student. The core objectives are to build entrepreneurship skills, digital literacy, and financial literacy from a young age.

On the activity day, students take charge of running the school cafeteria/canteen by setting up and managing their own food stalls. The process begins well before the event, as they:

• Plan the menu and list the required ingredients.
• Budget for purchases and forecast sales.
• Promote their products and menus through creative advertising three days in advance.
• Determine selling prices by calculating costs and adding a reasonable profit margin.
• Post-sales, students reconcile accounts by returning the initial investment and then collectively decide how to use the profits. Many choose to reinvest in future ideas, while others channel their earnings towards a social cause, practising SEWA (service) in alignment with CBSE guidelines.

This initiative not only strengthens business acumen but also instils values of teamwork, responsibility, and social contribution – ensuring that students gain skills and values that prepare them for life beyond the school gates.

Thus, transforming education into an experience that shapes both career and character.

Empowering a Self-Reliant Generation

By blending CBSE’s skill education framework with the principles of NEP 2020, The Lexicon Schools are playing their part in building an Atmanirbhar Bharat. Students leave not just with knowledge, but with the mindset and tools to contribute meaningfully to the economy and society.

“We believe our role is to ignite curiosity, provide the right skills, and help students see challenges as opportunities. That’s how future leaders are made.”

As The Lexicon Schools continue to lead with innovation in education, their commitment remains clear: with a vision that goes far beyond classrooms, The Lexicon Schools continue to prepare students for a future where they are not only career-ready but also capable of shaping the world.