Mr. Trafford Anthony Gregory,
School Rector
School Rector
Welcome to St. Paul’s School, Darjeeling, a school whose rich heritage of over two centuries continues to inspire generations of young men to lead lives of integrity, service, and excellence.
It is both an honour and a privilege to serve as Rector of this remarkable institution. Nestled amidst the timeless beauty of the Himalayas, St. Paul’s offers far more than academic excellence. It is a place where character is shaped, values are nurtured, lifelong friendships are forged, and every student is encouraged to discover his unique potential.
While we remain deeply rooted in our traditions and Christian ethos, we are equally committed to preparing our students for the opportunities and challenges of the modern world. Through excellence in academics, sports, the arts, leadership, and boarding life, we seek to develop young men who are intellectually curious, compassionate, resilient, and globally minded.
At St. Paul’s, we believe that true success is measured not only by what one achieves, but by the person one becomes. Our mission is to nurture every Paulite into a confident, compassionate, and responsible global citizen—grounded in strong values, enriched by knowledge, and equipped with the vision, resilience, and leadership to make a meaningful contribution to an ever-changing world. Together with our dedicated faculty, parents, alumni, and the wider school community, we strive to ensure that every Paulite leaves these hills prepared to lead with integrity, serve with humility, and inspire positive change wherever life takes him.
As we look to the future, our vision remains clear—to preserve the timeless traditions of St. Paul’s while preparing young men to shape a better world with wisdom, courage, compassion, and purpose.
Moniti Meliora Sequamur – “Having been advised, let us follow better things.”
This timeless motto is more than our guiding principle—it is our enduring vision. Every day, we strive to inspire young men to pursue excellence, lead with integrity, and make a positive difference in the world.
It is both an honour and a privilege to serve as Rector of this remarkable institution. Nestled amidst the timeless beauty of the Himalayas, St. Paul’s offers far more than academic excellence. It is a place where character is shaped, values are nurtured, lifelong friendships are forged, and every student is encouraged to discover his unique potential.
While we remain deeply rooted in our traditions and Christian ethos, we are equally committed to preparing our students for the opportunities and challenges of the modern world. Through excellence in academics, sports, the arts, leadership, and boarding life, we seek to develop young men who are intellectually curious, compassionate, resilient, and globally minded.
At St. Paul’s, we believe that true success is measured not only by what one achieves, but by the person one becomes. Our mission is to nurture every Paulite into a confident, compassionate, and responsible global citizen—grounded in strong values, enriched by knowledge, and equipped with the vision, resilience, and leadership to make a meaningful contribution to an ever-changing world. Together with our dedicated faculty, parents, alumni, and the wider school community, we strive to ensure that every Paulite leaves these hills prepared to lead with integrity, serve with humility, and inspire positive change wherever life takes him.
As we look to the future, our vision remains clear—to preserve the timeless traditions of St. Paul’s while preparing young men to shape a better world with wisdom, courage, compassion, and purpose.
Moniti Meliora Sequamur – “Having been advised, let us follow better things.”
This timeless motto is more than our guiding principle—it is our enduring vision. Every day, we strive to inspire young men to pursue excellence, lead with integrity, and make a positive difference in the world.