Why SOAR Began
Our Story
SOAR STEM Schools is founded by Osman Rashid, a Pakistani-American entrepreneur and Silicon Valley–based business leader known for founding and scaling multiple ventures across education, enterprise software, and consumer technology. With nearly 30 years of innovation and industry leadership, he is recognized globally as a pioneer in education technology and a visionary in transforming how students learn.
An electrical engineer by training and a lifelong problem-solver, Osman has spent decades at the forefront of EdTech, building platforms that have impacted millions of learners worldwide. His deep engagement with Pakistan’s education ecosystem revealed a critical gap: the urgent need for a future-ready, concept-driven, world-class learning model that could truly prepare children for the complexity of the modern world.
This insight led to the creation of SOAR STEM Schools (S3 - 2019) - Pakistan’s first purpose-built, concept-based STEM school system designed to cultivate curiosity, creativity, and cognitive agility in young learners.
In every SOAR classroom, his vision is clear: Students don’t just learn - they innovate, question, experiment, and create the future.
Our Approach to Learning
At SOAR, learning is structured and guided, ensuring students build strong academic foundations while engaging actively, developing confidence, curiosity, and clarity as they progress through each stage of their educational journey with purpose, support.
Our academic framework combines Cambridge-aligned learning with STEM and STEAM integration, allowing students to apply concepts meaningfully.
Experienced educators guide instruction, monitor progress, and personalise support, ensuring learning remains engaging, rigorous, and responsive.
This approach helps students develop independence, critical thinking, and readiness for future academic pathways with confidence and consistency.
Why STEM Matters Today
Fast-Growing Careers
Require STEM skills and applied thinking
Changing Job Landscape
Demands adaptability and continuous learning
Innovation & Creativity
Driven by problem-solving and inquiry
Global Relevance
Built through strong academic and applied foundations