ART OF LIVING’S PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION

Art of Living’s Philosophy of Education revolves around the overall development of a child
and not merely academic excellence. The Art of Living Educational Institutions thrives to
provide quality holistic education leading to all round development of a child. The children’s own
lives- processes of playing and learning at home- and their cultural milieu are used. It provides for
all areas of child’s development: physical, social, emotional and cognitive through an integrated
approach to facilitate holistic development of the children. The child-centered curriculum provides
ample opportunity for the children to learn through active exploration. It increases one's
awareness on a range of issues – from healthcare to appropriate social behavior to
understanding one's rights - and in the process evolves as a better citizen. Efforts are directed
towards bringing about changes not only in the amount of knowledge gained but also in abilities
to do, to think and to acquire habits, skills and attitude which characterize an individual who is
socially accepted and adjusted.

Salient Features of Philosophy of Education in SSRVM Schools

->An education system where Awareness is nurtured, Innocence maintained and their Smiles are  blossomed.

->The first and foremost principle of education for children is that it is Child Centered. It
focuses on providing the right environment to children, which is conducive to their growth.
It is crucial to education as a child at an early stage is non - programmed and it’s the very
environment in which education is provided which decides as to how the child gets
programmed.

->Love, Care and Compassion is the essence of the entire education process. There is
no place for fear, punishment & tension in the teaching – learning environment and is
absolutely stress free.

->The teaching process is such that it’s not imposed but related to day-to-day practical
environment in which a child grows up. The process of education is such that it is
Curiosity Driven rather than information based. The process is that of SelfLearning
that Build the Skills and nurtures Leadership.

->The education system Instills Self Esteem and Creativity, where the roots are deep
and the vision is broad, the ancient and the new blend together, to instill freedom in
thought, love in the heart and discipline in action. It creates a sense of belongingness
with the whole world.

->Individual attention is provided to each child based on her / his needs and not
general for all. This is significant as none of us have the same levels of aptitude and
learning speed, thus taking care of individual needs becomes imperative.
The teaching – learning process is not through lecture, blackboard, and chalk mode but is
through Interactive classroom processes.

->Discipline among children is brought about not by force but by making them aware of
the benefits of following certain rules and regulations. This understanding among the
children helps them to know why certain disciplines needs to be adhered to in life and
thus again is not imposed but practiced with consciousness.

->The Teachers are Facilitators in the process of education. They Act as Catalysts
in bringing out the best out of each child. They use processes that bring out the inherent
capabilities and potential of a child. They are Soft, have the Aptitude to listen to
children and have Patience. Sri Sri Ravi shankar Vidya Mandir Trust

->The children are provided with ample opportunities to reveal their Interests, Skills,
likings, etc so that the teachers are better equipped to contribute in their development.

->The children learn various skills. The Skills of dealing with oneself, day to day
situations, fine arts, sports, craft, music, culture, etc. Sensitivity and
learning with nature, spoken and vernacular language and conversational
Sanskrit.

->Major emphasis is laid upon the Teacher Child Relationship. The teacher places
oneself at the level of children and acts as a facilitator in the teaching-learning processes.
The teachers make conscious effort to involve children in the entire process of education,
encourages each child to express his or her views which are respected and taken into
consideration by the teacher, thereby boosting up their self-esteem. Every teacher plans
according to needs of her children. They encourage the spirit of enquiry in a child and
help them make their choices based on nurturing the child's interest and learning. A lot of
importance is given to the child's psychology at an early age so that they loose the
psychological fears or complexes they may have towards learning. This encourages
children to think independently and become more responsible.
Regular Field Trips (Exposure Visits) are conducted for the children to develop
their understanding on different matters. Exposure visits are conducted to Post Offices,
Banks, Tailors, Cobblers, Mechanics etc so that learning happens by experience.