In this background, TWO non-formal schools on charitable basis are
run by the Seva Mandira - one in the premises of the Ashrama and the other at a distant locality of 'Paschim Para' in the village.
Though non-formal, the schools cater to students of different sections
providing education under the following categories:
- Pre-basic
education: for children one to five years old.
- Non-formal
education: for elderly boys and girls who do not go
to school or are mostly drop-outs.
- Coaching
classes: for the regular school goers who read in different
classes.
|
 |
| Flow
Chart of School Children (2005-2006) |
| Particulars |
Ashrama Premises |
Paschim Para |
| Total students currently under Non-formal Education |
133 |
167 |
| Total students currently receiving personal coaching from the Ashrama School |
80 |
99 |
| Admissions to Pre-Primary Section |
53 |
68 |
| Dropouts |
1 |
3 |
| Source
: Annual Report 2005-2006 |
Although named as Non-formal schools, drop-out students are attending these schools apart from regular students. Besides education, students are introduced to various types of games, singing, dancing, Bratachari, etc., for overall development by six educated lady teachers. While students of Somsar village attend these schools for taking tutions, students belonging to other schools come to Ashrama Schools come for tutions too. Every student gets tiffin apart from regular health check-up and free medical service with medicines. Text books and stationary, woolen garments and school uniforms are provided to all students free of cost.
On 5th February 2006, the Annual Sports Competition was successfully organized with all students, guardians and teachers were present to mark the occasion. Prizes were awarded to all successful students.
The old thatched cottage which housed the old Ashrama School has given way to the new School Shade for the purpose, where the simple
hearted children assemble, learn, enjoy, and happily spend their times. The School at Paschim Para has also been expanded with active help from the local villagers whose children are the beneficiaries.
The programme has indeed created a sensation in the village. |