Ved Vignan Maha Vidya Peeth - The School with a Difference

The Ved Vignan Maha Vidya Peeth was established in 1981 with a commitment for excellence in holistic education for children from a rural background. Located in Udayapura, Bangalore, the school provides free education to over 2000 children from around 51 neighboring villages.

Besides education, transport, mid-day meals, uniforms, schoolbooks & bags and regular medical check-ups are also provided to the children free of cost so that they don't forsake their education for want of any material amenities.

Inspired by His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, the school focuses on the all-round development of the child. Each day begins with a short meditation. This helps the children to remain stress-free however the circumstance in their homes may be. Along with academics, education is balanced with an emphasis on social responsibilities and human values.

The girl children (who constitute 50% of the school population a remarkable figure for a rural school) undergo tailoring classes so that they have a skill in their hands even as they graduate from school. The children of higher classes also receive basic computer education. Though many of the children are first generation literates, 100% success rate in the board exams is a feat accomplished by VVMVP School. These children are now truly rays of hope for their parents.

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