Pushing Multi-grade Classrooms in Learning Sector

It was developed in Mysore district in 1995 to revive the primary school practices. A group of 15 primary school teachers went to Rishi Valley to study about children in multi-grade classrooms. They observed about how these children are learning in this setup.... Read More

Learning Matters—How a Powerful Tool to Modify Education in Rural Areas Evolved

Saras has an overall 18 years of experience in various child education programmes, managing digital contents and also teaching in the US. She has two MS degrees from Purdue University in Child Development and Special Education. After returning back to India she contacted her friend Gowri who was wor... Read More

Ashirwad Global School (Playschool)

Ashirwad Global Playschool was conceived as the foundation for Ashirwad Global School, setting a new benchmark for preschool learning in the Hunasagi region of Karnataka. Being an outstanding institution in early childhood education, this play school introduced a structured approach to early education & has played a prominent role in bringing out foundational skills development in young learners.

The architectural design is unique in both functionality & aesthetics, providing a cost-effective yet visually engaging learning space. Mindfully built with locally sourced materials, the school maintains a climate-responsive environment, making it sustainable along with assuring student comfort. The interactive learning zones are intended to inspire curiosity, exploration & engagement, reinforcing the essence of real-life learning.

Apart from a comprehensive curriculum based on the Multiple Intelligences approach, the school is also adaptive to remote learning, Furthermore, the school has earned recognition for offering rich social and cultural experiences, broadening children's perspectives to another level.

Highlights:

• • One of the first structured playschools in the region, laying the groundwork for early education.
  • Locally sourced materials for a climate-responsive, durable& child-friendly environment.
  • Superbly designed learning zones that encourage exploration, collaboration & self-expression.
  • Fully equipped with remote learning capabilities assuring uninterrupted education
  • Supports a broad worldview through exposure to diverse social & cultural experiences.
  • The Multiple Intelligences curriculum encourages individual strengths & learning styles.
  • A smart learning environment that unifies digital solutions with experiential education.

How is India beating gender inequality through girls’ education

With gender equality being considered as a sine qua non for attainment of the development goals, the urgency attached to the question of girls’ education in India and across the world is gaining importance. Gender roles have substantially shifted but it can hardly be contested that opportunities for... Read More

Ashirwad Global School

Ashirwad Global School is a first-of-its-kind educational centre in Hunsagi, Yadgir District, Karnataka. Situated right in the heart of a tribal-dominated region and envisioned to bring high-quality education to children in regions beyond conventional urban centers the school provides equal learning opportunities to bridge the educational gap. The school evolved out of a deep awareness of the educational marginalisation that many remote & indigenous communities face in India.

The school is based on the CBSE curriculum which helps integrate premium pedagogical practices to achieve meaningful learning outcomes. Here special attention is given to first-generation learners and they are equipped with tools that truly match the urban standards. Digital literacy is given equal emphasis along with technological proficiency in this institution. The co-curricular framework, on the other hand, is made strategically to provide maximum exposure to students in developing essential life skills alongside their academics.

Set in an expansive 10-acre campus, the school has smart learning spaces, well-equipped sports zones, special activity areas & boarding facilities. In a community where such infrastructure was once out of reach, these facilities now remain symbols of possibility & pride. The faculty, recruited from across India based on merit, is adept at both subject mastery & child development. They are also specially trained to work sensitively with students from socially & culturally diverse backgrounds bringing inclusivity in classrooms.

Highlights:

• • A groundbreaking initiative in a region literally deprived of access to formal English-medium education.
  • A truly modern learning infrastructure with innovative classrooms, dedicated activity zones & superior sports facilities.
  • Progressive pedagogical approach & advanced teaching methodologies carefully built on a strong CBSE foundation.
  • Smart learning spaces, technology-driven curriculum & firsthand tech exposure for digital literacy.
  • All-round development through a balanced weightage given to academics, arts, sports & other extracurricular engagements.
  • Safe, comfortable & well-equipped boarding facilities for a better home-away-from-home experience.
  • An outstanding faculty team that combines expertise with passion, ensuring impactful & meaningful education.
  • A movement supported by the local community in transforming minds towards a culture of learning.