About Us

Here at St. Philomena's School Ballari, we've been devoted to empowering young women since our doors first opened. We believe that educating girls is the key to a brighter tomorrow—when women lead with compassion, courage, and conviction, they transform families, communities, and the world. By the time our students graduate at eighteen, they are ready to step confidently into any arena—academic, professional, or civic—armed with integrity, kindness, and a fierce sense of purpose.

We teach our students not only to excel in exams, but to cultivate character: to stand up for justice without shrinking from challenge; to listen deeply even as they learn to find their own voice; and to embrace life with both seriousness and joy. Here, every girl learns to be a leader who uplifts others, a lifelong learner who questions with respect, and a compassionate citizen who acts with heart.

— Sr. Mary Margaret, Principal