Sumati Balwan is built on the idea that education should be active, engaging, and connected to real life. From classrooms to open spaces, from theory to practice, we create environments where children can discover their potential and learn in ways that stay with them.
Inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda and driven by a deep sense of gratitude toward society, Dr. Sharayu Ghole came together with Dr. M.N. Hardikar, Mansi Deshpande and other like-minded individuals with a vision to make a meaningful contribution to the community. Since 1999, through 'Pakhar Maya' initiative, we operate a unique 'Gurukul' system that provides a nurturing home for orphaned children. With 24/7 care from dedicated matrons, we ensure students grow in a cheerful and supportive environment, receiving everything from health monitoring to moral education.
The Radhabai Hardikar Pranijat Mangal Sanstha Trust then established Sumati Balwan school in 2001 to serve children from orphaned, single-parent, and economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The school introduced the Introduction to Basic Technology (IBT) programme for students from 8th to 10th grade to develop practical competencies. Over the years it has grown into a model that emphasises: • Learning by doing • Building problem-solving abilities • Preparing students for real-world challenges • Nature-based, experiential learning
Rejecting industrialized education, we embrace sustainable development and community-driven empowerment.
In-depth guidance and practical exposure to farming and livestock management. It empowers them to create sustainable livelihoods while fostering dignity, responsibility, and a strong connection to their environment.
In-depth training in culinary arts and food processing techniques. Students learn to create unique food products, calculate ROI and labor costs. They also understand about nutrition and hygiene practices.
Students develop practical skills by designing and building structures through welding, fabrication, masonry, and bamboo work. They gain hands-on experience with metal cutting and 3D printing.
By exploring the science of electricity, students learn to build and power appliances. They create appliances like an electricity-powered fountain and decorative festival lights, combining creativity & technical knowledge.
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The experience at the school was excellent. The enthusiasm of the founder madam is infectious, an inspiration to me as to what leadership is all about. The IBT program at the school is giving students handson experience. We found the students to be confident and articulate. Principal Maam was gracious in extending her welcome to us. An excellent institution which is changing lives in a meaningful way. Thanking you for the service you are doing for the society and for the nature.
What a delight to be in this school observing the work happening and interacting with the students and teachers! Dr. Sharayu and Mr. Nitin have redefined education in this beautiful campus. I saw experiential leaning happening here. Students taught in an atmosphere of love. The dedication of the teachers is commendable. The students won our hearts with their confidence, openness and loving and courteous manners. May the school be blessed! Congratulations to Dr. Sharayu and Mr, Nitin.
In this materialstic world with all of us being in a rat race for scuccess and satisfaction of personal ego we lose the sight to real purpose of our existence. Today visit to Sumati Balwan is an experience that reminds us of what we are meant to be and meant to do. This school is not only and instituion of academia but a gateway to prepone next generation for being infused in the purpose of life. We are humbled, amazed and much wiser than we were after seeing this wonderful work being done here. You are an inspiration to all and a driving force that will ensure we will have learnt and enlightened next generation who will take our society and continue ahead with the right set of values and practical knowledge. We wish you all very best and will provide our support to help you achieve your goals and prosper. Thanks you sincerely and from the depth of our heart for this wonderful experience.
१२ व १३ जानेवारी २०२३ रोजी श्री दिनेश शहा व मंत्री सर आयोजित धम्माल विज्ञानाची व रॉकेट मेकिंग कार्यशाळा उत्साहात संपन्न झाली. इयत्ता १ली ते १०वी विद्यार्थ्यांचा प्रतिसाद उत्तम होता. स्वप्नाकडून सत्याकडे जाणारा मार्ग अस्तित्वात आहे. तो शोधण्याची जिद्द आणि धैर्य तुमच्याकडे असले पाहिजे. सुमती बालवनचे उपक्रम शैक्षणिक क्षेत्रात नाविन्यपूर्ण आहेत. सर्व उपक्रमांना शुभेच्छा.
IBT Program – need assessment च्या हेतूने शाळा भेट झाली. विज्ञानश्रम IBT कार्यक्रमाच्या मदतीने शाळेने खूपच उपक्रम राबवले आहेत. यांत व्यावहारिक गरज लक्षात घेऊन राबवलेले उपक्रम आहेतच जसे बायोगॅस, Moisture Sensor परंतू विद्यार्थीकेंद्री असेही काही उपक्रम खूप आवडले जसे मुलांसाठी साहसी खेळांची उपकरणे. सर्वात महत्त्वाचे म्हणजे IBT चा गाभा लक्षात घेऊन मुलांचे शिकणे व शिकलेल्याचे उपयोजन यावर भर दिलेला दिसतो हे खूपच अभिनंदनीय आहे. पुढील वाटचालीसाठी शाळेला शुभेच्छा!
