Bricks of Hope - 2k by 25k
"Building an Inclusive tomorrow, One Brick at a Time"
Join us this #JoyofGiving week to help create a brighter future for all children. By donating just Rs.2000, you can become part of a community building an inclusive and eco-friendly campus for children with diverse abilities. If 25000 of us come together, we can lay a strong foundation for a school that nurtures every child's potential.
Join us this #JoyofGiving week to help create a brighter future for all children. By donating just Rs.2000, you can become part of a community building an inclusive and eco-friendly campus for children with diverse abilities. If 25000 of us come together, we can lay a strong foundation for a school that nurtures every child's potential.
Kingdom of Childhood Trust, a Registered, Not for Profit Educational Trust based out of Bangalore, governs our school. Inclusivity is at the heart of our school's philosophy. We at the Kingdom of Childhood cultivate a culture of openness and mutual respect for diverse abilities, enriching the educational experience for everyone involved. We believe that diversity is a strength and are committed to nurturing a learning environment where every individual feels valued and respected - empowered to reach their full potential in an environment that mirrors true diversity in society rather than a virtual homogeneous society.
Core of our Education:
A SYSTEM BASED ON CREATING REVERENCE FOR EVERY CHILD.
- Holistic education delivered in an environment, that promotes CHILD health and wellbeing
- Children guided from Intuition to Inquiry (I to I) through Imitation, Imagination, Idealism.
- Long term association of individuals forms the basis for nurturing children.
Our method of education integrates the wisdom and spirituality of our ancient Gurukul system with the systematic, scientific, artistic approach of modern times - a system that would provide holistic education, tailored to meet the unique needs of every child
We seek your help, SUPPORT OUR CAUSE!
As we strive to create an educational beacon of excellence, we humbly seek your support. Whether you are a parent, educator, philanthropist, or believer in education's power to shape humanity's future, we invite you to join us. Together, we can inspire lifelong learners who lead with wisdom, compassion, and integrity.We are required to vacate the current(rented) premises by the end of the current academic year. We have already purchased the land for a new campus and are aiming to begin operations in our own campus by mid 2025. We require support to create the infrastructure to meet the needs of the children.
Sponsorship amounts for facilities such as individual Classrooms, Library, Labs, Art & Craft workshops, Woodwork workshops, School Kitchen, Multi-purpose Auditorium etc. available upon request. We are able to offer 80G tax deduction for your generous donation
What we envision to build?
Inclusive and Eco-friendly Campus
• Specifically designed indoor and outdoor spaces, based on the needs of the children for carefully and consciously planned integration.
• Large corridors, semi open spaces for children to meet and socialize.
• Common Play Areas for all children to engage in recreational activities. Bicycle track. Volleyball/Basketball court.
• Common spaces for farming, woodwork, clay work, dance & music. • Classrooms for neuro typical and neuro divergent children in separate buildings, for Focused Learning Environments .
• Buildings planned using largely eco friendly, sustainable materials such as clay blocks for mostly un-plastered walls, Hourdi roof blocks, large windows with minimal lintel.
• 1’ deep Stream running across the campus; Bio pond, Rainwater pits.
• Fruit garden, Gardening & Farming spaces.
• Solar panels for generating electricity.
For our neurodivergent children, the following additional facilities are planned:
• Wheel-chair accessible, toilets, elevator for physically disabled children.
• Ramps to reach higher floors (not staircase).
• Physio and Occupational therapy room for Balance, Coordination, Muscle toning.
• Remedial, Counselling, Massage rooms for therapy.
• Vocational program center to include Pottery, Tailoring, Data Entry, Fabric tie & dye, Handwork, Bakery & Confectionery.
Phase 1 Construction Overview:
Total Budget: ₹5 Crore
1. Foundation and Stilt Floor: ₹1.2 Crore
This cost covers the excavation, foundation work, and construction of the stilt floor which will provide support for the subsequent floors and ensure the structural integrity of the building.
2. Two Floors with 14 Classrooms: ₹2.2 Crore
- Classrooms: Construction of 14 classrooms, including specialized remedial rooms designed to support diverse learning needs.
- Structural Work: Includes walls, ceilings, flooring, and essential classroom fixtures.
- Fruit Garden: Establishment of a garden featuring various fruit trees to promote environmental education and sustainability.
- Bio Pond: Creation of a bio pond to enhance biodiversity and provide a hands-on learning environment about ecosystems.
- 1-Foot Stream: Installation of a small stream to further enrich the natural surroundings and support ecological education.
- Solar Panels: Installation of solar panels to provide renewable energy for the school, reduce environmental impact, and promote sustainable practices.
- Pathways: Development of accessible pathways to ensure smooth navigation throughout the campus.
- Wheelchair Access: Implementation of features such as ramps and accessible entrances to foster an inclusive environment for all students.
- Ground Preparation: Includes leveling, soil preparation, and other essential groundwork to support the infrastructure.
- Landscaping: Creating a visually appealing and functional outdoor environment that complements the educational mission.
Kingdom of Childhood Trust, a Registered, Not for Profit Educational Trust based out of Bangalore, governs our school. Led by a passionate team with a combined experience of more than 50 years in the field of education, the school has the goal of enriching the current landscape of education. Our commitment to provide high quality education from KG to High School, in an Inclusive set up, drives us to plan for a campus suited to meet the needs of all children.
Our Team:
Our Core Team has a combined experience of more than 50 years. A dedicated and committed set of teachers and staff guide and nurture our children. We are also fortunate to have a very supportive parent community, who participate in many key aspects of the school, including the planning of the infrastructure design for our new campus.
Mr. Manivannan Ganapathy, Founder, Trustee & Pedagogical Head, a visionary with a fervent dedication to education, created the school from his personal experience of having home schooled his own 2 children. His exploration of diverse pedagogies eventually led him to adopt this education as his preferred approach for this school.
Ms. Gowri, Pedagogical Mentor, Educator, began her journey at the Kingdom of Childhood 15 years ago as a Kindergarten teacher. Now, she acts as a Pedagogical Mentor, actively involved in guiding both children and teachers in their educational development. She guides parents as well, helping set daily rhythms for their children and dealing with their challenging behaviors through healing stories.
Ms. Sunita, Trustee, Chief Admin, Educator, actively engages in every aspect of the school community. Her deep care and fondness for children motivated her to transition from the corporate sector to nurturing young minds. With 15 years of dedicated service in education in India, she takes charge of the school’s financial matters and oversees its administrative operations. She is also a teacher in the Kalpataru Curative Section.
THANK YOU for being the charming gardeners who will make the souls of our children blossom!