On the morning of November 17, 2025, teams from Global Social Network, Germany — comprising Dr. Mario Thiergart, Mr. Axel Brummer, and Ms. Stefanie Dauben — and Hope Theatre, Kenya, represented by Mr. Moffat Moturi Akuma, Ms. Monica Audor, and Ms. Winfred Bruckmeier, visited Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir. During their visit, Principal Mr. Partha Sarathi Bose provided an insightful briefing about the school and its educational approach, which is inspired by the teachings of Sri Aurobindo and The Mother. He also shared information about various other units and activities at the Centre that revolve around the core philosophy of Sri Aurobindo. The teams had the opportunity to interact with both students and teachers, engaging in discussions about their respective countries and cultures. The visitors expressed their gratitude and joy for the enriching experience and meaningful conversations during their time at the institution.
Notice & Events
Visit to Alipore Zoo, Kolkata, by Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir
Visiting a zoo is not only fun but also gives us a lot of information about animals around us. With this thought in mind, Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir organised a zoo visit for the students to celebrate Children’s Day on 14th of November, 2025. Children were super excited to see different animals living in their natural habitat. It was an amazing learning experience to see how zoos prevent rare species of animals and birds from becoming extinct. It was a fun-based learning as they were taught how we co exist with the animals in nature. The whole visit was filled with fun and immense knowledge about various animals and birds.
Parent orientation session for KG-II classes on 30th August 2025
On Saturday, 30th August 2025, we welcomed the parents of KG-II (both sections) to a special Parent Orientation Programme at Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir. The session began with a simple mindfulness activity to set a calm and positive tone. We then explored the main theme of the day — handwriting — where parents were given helpful tips and practical ways to support their children’s progress at home. The programme ended with a fun concentration activity, which the parents enjoyed trying out themselves! They were also encouraged to try similar activities with their children, turning learning into a joyful and shared experience.
Training session for Teachers from East Midnapore
A team of teachers from Sri Sri Ramakrishna Sishutirtha Nursery Vidyamandir, Khejuri Block, East Midnapore district, participated in a three-day training programme at Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir School from 28th to 30th August 2025. The training programme was planned and executed by Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir. During their stay, they observed classes, interacted with our experienced teachers and the Principal and attended sessions introducing them to the educational vision of Sri Aurobindo and The Mother.
Coinciding with their visit, they also had the opportunity to attend a parental interaction session held for the KG-II class. As part of their exposure and learning experience, the team was taken on a visit to the Indian Museum, Kolkata, where they explored various exhibits and gathered ideas to enrich their own teaching practices in their school.
Independence Day & Sri Aurobindo’s Birth Anniversary – 15th August 2025
Sri Aurobindo Sakti Centre, along with its units — Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir School, the Art and Music Section, and the Sri Ma Library observed the 79th Independence Day of India and the 153rd birth anniversary of Sri Aurobindo on 15th August 2025. The celebrations began at 8:00 a.m. with the hoisting of the National Flag by the Managing Trustee of the institution, who also serves as the Principal of Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir. This was followed by a vibrant cultural presentation. Students of Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir performed a choreographed dance recital, followed by a group dance by the senior students from the Art Section Dance class. Children also presented a chorus songs. All students present, including those from the Art and Music Section, were offered cakes and chocolates as part of the celebration.
A meditation session was held at the Shrine from 10:30 a.m. providing a moment of quiet reflection. Later, a cultural programme was held in tribute to Sri Aurobindo. The performance included a rendition of Raag Desh on the sitar, followed by a dhun played by Shri Souravbrata Chakraborty, accompanied on the tabla by Shri Sudip Chattopadhyay, an eminent tabla player of West Bengal. Miss Meghna Ganguly, a B-High graded vocalist of All India Radio from Siliguri, presented a selection of devotional and patriotic songs on the occasion. The programme concluded with the distribution of prasad to all devotees, guests, and staff members of the Institution.
Parent orientation session for KG-I classes on Saturday 9th August 2025
A parent is a teacher at home and a teacher is a parent in school and the child is the centre of our universe. Keeping the above words in mind, a parent orientation programme was organised at Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir on Saturday, 9th of August (2025) for the parents of KG-I classes to familiarize them as ” partners in progress”. The programme started with a short guided meditation followed by a brief discussion on how to improve the focus and concentration of their ward. It also threw light on evolving a common teaching strategy and a suitable follow up method to reinforce the learning process in their children. Overall it was a fruitful meeting and the parents were in high spirits after attending the orientation programme.
First aid Training at Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir
On Saturday 19th July 2025, a comprehensive first aid training session was conducted for the teachers of Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir to enhance their ability to respond promptly and effectively to medical emergencies involving students. The training was conducted by Ms. Sathi Biswas, a Senior Nurse and Clinical Instructor associated with Sree Sarada Ashram Sister Nibetia Eye Care, Gayeshpur, Nadia. Ms. Biswas shared her expertise on handling common school-time injuries, emergency procedures, and essential first aid techniques. The session covered key topics such as wound care, managing fractures, handling unconsciousness, and administering CPR. This initiative aimed to empower teachers with the necessary skills and confidence to ensure the safety and well-being of students, especially during unforeseen health situations.
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Outreach programme at Gayeshpur (near Kalyani town)
A team of teachers from Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir, New Alipore, Kolkata, was invited by Sree Sarada Ashram, Gayeshpur, to conduct a three-day teacher training programme from May 29 to 31, 2025,for the educators of their non-formal educational initiative, Biler Pathshala. The training was held for a group of eight teachers from two units of Biler Pathshala, which functions as a non-formal coaching centre aimed at supporting grassroots education.
The training sessions covered essential academic areas including syllabus framing, lesson planning, and effective classroom strategies. Additionally, a significant emphasis was placed on the philosophy of Integral Education, as envisioned by Sri Aurobindo and The Mother. The sessions highlighted practical ways to incorporate the principles of Integral Education into the daily curriculum, aiming to foster holistic growth — physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual — among students.
The programme successfully combined theoretical insights with practical applications, empowering the participating teachers with new perspectives and tools to enrich their classroom practices. The collaborative effort reflected a shared commitment to nurturing value-based, inclusive, and transformative education at the grassroots level.
Workshop conducted at Seacom Skills University, Santiniketan
On 16th May 2025, Seacom Skills University in Bolpur Santiniketan organized a workshop on “Artisanship: Encourage Dynamism of Entrepreneurship”. In response to an invitation from Dr. Suparna Sanyal Mukherjee, Associate Professor and HoD of Education DIC of Sociology and Anthropology, Seacom Skills University, two instructors from Sri Aurobindo Sakti Centre Trust Art Section visited the campus at Bolpur to conduct the Workshop. There are very few instances in the past where such collaborative initiatives were taken. Mr. Abhijit Nath and Ms. Sayany Banerjee, two of our very efficient art instructors conducted the workshop by sharing their expertise in acrylic painting on garments. It was an enriching experience for the participants as well as for the resource persons. Dr. Sanyal Mukherjee conveyed her satisfaction to the Managing Trustee of Sri Aurobindo Sakti Centre on the session conducted and mentioned that it was thoroughly and eagerly enjoyed by the participants from the University. In the future, the art section hopes to engage in such initiatives and outreach programs to facilitate the exchange of insights and perspectives on Art.
