In rural Gujarat, a significant number of students in government primary schools—at least 30% of those in classes 5 to 8—lack basic skills in reading, writing, and arithmetic, especially in key subjects like Math and Gujarati. Many children attend school but are unable to keep up with the syllabus due to weak foundational learning. Large class sizes, shortage of teachers, frequent public and religious holidays, and family economic challenges further limit their actual academic days. Most students come from economically weaker backgrounds, where parents—often daily-wage laborers—cannot provide educational support. COVID-19 disruptions aggravated these learning gaps, with some students being promoted without acquiring essential skills. Without timely intervention, many children risk losing interest in studies and dropping out, perpetuating the cycle of poverty and lost educational opportunity.
The Learning Enrichment Program is a unique, innovative initiative tailor-made to bridge learning gaps and provide quality education to academically weak students in rural government schools. By using activity-based, playful teaching within school hours and on school premises, the program aims to:
Make foundational learning in Gujarati and Math accessible, attractive, and joyful.
Fill academic deficits, mainstream students, and strengthen the broader educational system.
Support holistic child development through life skills and value education.
Provide personalized and tailored teaching methods.
Intensive remedial sessions to fill deficits in Gujarati & English language and math skills for grades 3-8.
Classroom support in Math, Science, and Social Science, delivered according to each student’s learning level.
Daily two-hour special classes conducted within school hours, ensuring no child falls behind.
Life skills and character education classes for older students (Std. 6–8).
Conduct session for Health & hygiene awareness in school.
Joyful learning experiences through camps and play-based activities to drive interest and retention.
Ongoing evaluation, progress tracking, and personalized support from trained local teachers.
The program targets academically weaker students from standards 3 to 8 in government primary schools—specifically those from rural, low-income families. These children, at risk of falling behind and dropping out, are given a second chance to succeed in school and beyond.
Learning Enrichment Program is implemented in select government primary schools in rural areas directly addressing skill gaps and preparing them for academic and social advancement.
Students gain foundational skills needed for academic success and lifelong learning.
Retention in school increases as learning gaps are closed (reduce/decrease) and confidence grows.
Life skills and value education equip students for responsible citizenship and positive growth.
The local community is strengthened as children become more capable and families see new possibilities for advancement.