Shiksha Kendra – A School for Non-Formal Education

In a powerful affirmation of its transformative vision for an equitable society, Dharav High School Gurugram inaugurated Shiksha Kendra, a dedicated learning centre on its campus that brings high-quality education to children from underprivileged backgrounds. By offering structured, joyful, and holistic education to those who are often left behind, the initiative fits perfectly with the national push for accessible, foundational learning that fuels social and economic progress.

The Shiksha Kendra initiative, backed by RJ Corp, began at DPS 45 Gurgaon with just 50 students. Over the years, the programme has educated more than 25,000 underprivileged children, many of whom have gone on to pursue higher education in various reputed institutions. A few students who demonstrated extraordinary calibre were integrated into the mainstream school with full fee waivers. Every year, approximately 6,000 children across all campuses benefit from the programme.

At Dharav High School Gurugram, the newly inaugurated Shiksha Kendra currently has 30 already-enrolled children and features a well-designed curriculum that promotes literacy, critical thinking, creativity, and confidence. Although the engaging lessons will be taught by dedicated teachers, senior DHS students will mentor the children, fostering empathy, leadership, and social responsibility in each and every student. Selected students will also be provided sponsorship for studies abroad and all the opportunities which go along with the global community.

With Shiksha Kendra now operational at the campus of Dharav High School Gurugram, the school invites continued community collaboration to expand its reach, ensuring that the light of knowledge illuminates every corner of society.