GANDHI ASHRAM SCHOOL
Situated in the rural Kalimpong region of the Eastern Himalayas, Gandhi Ashram School is a Jesuit educational institution known for its unique musical focus. The school aims to provide quality education and opportunities to underprivileged children, integrating music as a core component of its curriculum.
Excellent choice for quality education.
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In Harmony
Empowering Minds Through Music Education
Welcome to Gandhi Ashram School, nestled in the serene surroundings of rural Kalimpong, India. Founded in 1993 by Fr. Edward McGuire SJ, our Jesuit institution uniquely blends quality education with a strong emphasis on music. We cater to students from diverse backgrounds, fostering both intellectual and artistic growth. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to creating an inclusive and nurturing environment, where students are encouraged to develop their academic skills and musical talents. At Gandhi Ashram School, we aim to cultivate compassion, empathy, and a lifelong passion for learning. Join us in our mission to educate and inspire the next generation through the power of knowledge and music.
300+
31 years
Inspiring Academic Excellence
Transforming Lives
Music that Makes the Difference...
One of the strengths of the school lies in its training in violin, a complex musical instrument that has a long history in the western tradition. This training begins in grade 1, and by the time the students reach grade 3 or 4, they can play the great masters of western classical music Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, and Vivaldi, among others. Their musical ability not only enhances their talents at school but also helps them develop their personalities, providing them with a sense of self-confidence, and the ability to think independently and be curious about the world. It enables then to sharpen their thinking skills, and serves as a form of therapy that helps them deal more effectively with life's daily challenges. Being a universal language, music breaks the barriers of caste, creed, and social and economic status. The school also encourages those who excel in music to go for a career in it, although the primary aim of the school is not to produce musicians but to encourage all-round growth, with music at the heart of the education process.
Dear Students, Parents, and Community Members,
Welcome to Gandhi Ashram School, Kalimpong! Since 1993, we've provided quality education, especially to low-income families, blending academics with music to foster holistic development. We instill self-reliance, community service, and sustainability, creating a supportive environment for every student to thrive. Our mission is to empower compassionate, responsible citizens. Thank you for joining us in building a brighter future.
Warm regards,
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Principal's Message
Fr Santy Mathew SJ
Director & Principal,Gandhi Ashram School
Chief Functionary,
Kolvenbach Social Educational Welfare Society
Our Purpose
At Gandhi Ashram School the children are given the right kind of orientation, a purpose in life, a chance to prove themselves and to rise above what would otherwise be the drudgery of everyday life. Our program strives to create an environment that helps each student to integrate academic life and other social activities, to help them to be more humane, and to evolve as persons with a sense of individuality and belief in the value of community. The school is very well known locally, nationally, and internationally for its string orchestra, and a number of visitors, tourists, and people interested in education have visited the campus in recent years. One of the school's most talented students, Kushmita Biswakarma, who has been schooling and studying music in Munich with the help of the Klein family, has won a prestigious scholarship to study music at the Music University of Nuremberg, Germany.
Our Vision
Every Child Creating a Symphony of Love, Peace and Joy
Our Mission
Wholeness of musical and artistic expression
Life Formation through integrated learning, leadership, and service
Legacy of identity, safety, well-being, and togetherness
Positive transformation of self, family, and the community
Culture of freedom, truth, justice, and striving for excellence
Characteristics of Jesuit Education: Values and Principles
Jesuit education is world affirming and it aims to assist in the total formation of each individual, emphasizing life-long openness to growth for active life commitment. Being value oriented, it encourages a realistic knowledge of the world based on love, empathy, and concern for the poor. It pursues excellence in its work of character formation, and includes a religious and spiritual dimension based on faith. Open to students from all faiths, it does not discriminate on the basis of religion or creed, but fosters tolerance and empathy towards others. Its approach to education is multi-faceted: just as it emphasizes formal education, it makes students socially and environmentally conscious, and allows them to develop leadership skills based on personal responsibility and self-knowledge.
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Gandhi Ashram
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Address
3C3W+8M8, SH12, Palakbong Colony, Kalimpong Khasmahal, Kalimpong, West Bengal 734301
A unit of Kolvenbach Social Educational Welfare Society
Address: Near 6th Mile Bridge, Tashiding, Kalimpong 734301, West Bengal, India
Email:
Call us: +91 7407407979
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Empowering students from low-income and difficult backgrounds.
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Address
3C3W+8M8, SH12, Palakbong Colony, Kalimpong Khasmahal, Kalimpong, West Bengal 734301
A unit of Kolvenbach Social Educational Welfare Society
Address: Near 6th Mile Bridge, Tashiding, Kalimpong 734301, West Bengal, India