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Beyond the Classroom: A Day of Discovery at MuSo

What happens when a classroom opens its doors to a world of exploration? Learning becomes something children can see, touch, question and experience.

Under Project Shiksha Vikas, Sampoorna Shiksha facilitated an experiential learning visit to Museum of Solutions (MuSo), Mumbai, for students from two of our adopted schools Sanjeevan High School, Seawoods and BKP High School, Ulwe.

Across the two visits, 80 students from Grades 5 to 8 stepped into a learning environment designed to encourage curiosity, creativity and problem-solving. Instead of learning only through textbooks, students had the opportunity to explore interactive exhibits, experiment, ask questions, collaborate and discover new ways of looking at the world.

Learning Through Exploration

At MuSo, students stepped into a learning environment where curiosity, creativity and problem-solving came alive through hands-on experiences. Some of the key learning experiences included:

  • Building & Testing Structures: Designing tracks, bridges and structures while exploring balance, strength and motion.
  • Air & Motion Activities: Experimenting with launching, floating, hovering and steering to understand movement through play.
  • Water Challenges: Exploring water, flow and cause-and-effect through interactive activities.
  • Problem-Solving & Patterns: Working with sequences, patterns, shapes and design to develop logical and creative thinking.
  • Make Lab Activities: Designing, building and creating through art, technology, woodworking and rapid prototyping.
  • Water & Sustainability Challenges: Exploring water-related issues and working together to think about possible solutions.

These experiences encouraged students to learn by doing, ask questions, collaborate with one another and connect classroom concepts with real-world situations.

 

For the students, the day became an opportunity to step outside the familiar classroom setting and connect what they learn in school with the world around them. Curiosity led the way, and every interaction became a chance to learn something new.

Making Learning More Experiential

The visits were facilitated with the support of ConnectFor, whose partnership helped make this learning experience possible for the students.

We sincerely thank ConnectFor for enabling this opportunity and the Museum of Solutions for creating a space where children can explore, experiment and simply be curious. 

At Sampoorna Shiksha, we believe that education extends beyond the classroom. When children are given opportunities to experience, explore and create, learning becomes something they remember- not just something they study.

New Beginnings, Brighter Possibilities: Our Back to School Drive

A new academic year is a time for fresh beginnings, new learning and new possibilities. Through Project Shikshalaya, Sampoorna Shiksha organised a Back to School Distribution Drive across schools and community centres in Navi Mumbai, supporting children with essential resources to begin the year with greater confidence and preparedness.

The initiative reached children across Pre-Primary, Primary and Secondary sections, providing resources based on their learning and everyday needs. Across BKP School, Ulwe, Sanjeevan School, Seawoods, Pt. Motilal Nehru School, Nerul, and Darshan Darbar Community Centre, Nerul, the drive impacted 350 beneficiaries.

The distribution provided Writing Kits, Notebooks, Water Bottles and Soft Toys, thoughtfully catering to the learning and everyday needs of children across Pre-Primary, Primary and Secondary sections.

Supporting Children Through the Monsoon

As the academic year began alongside the monsoon season, Sampoorna Shiksha further extended the initiative in collaboration with ConnectFor. Together, we reached an additional 260 beneficiaries across partner schools and community spaces with raincoats helping children stay prepared for both school and the changing weather.

We sincerely thank ConnectFor for partnering with us and helping extend the reach and impact of this initiative.

More Than Just School Supplies

For many children, these may seem like simple everyday resources, but they can make a meaningful difference to their learning experience. A book, a notebook, a writing kit or even a raincoat can help remove small barriers and allow children to participate in school with greater comfort and confidence.

At Sampoorna Shiksha, we believe that meaningful education begins with creating the right environment for children to learn, explore and thrive. Through Project Shikshalaya, we continue to work towards making learning more accessible, joyful and inclusive.

Because every child deserves to begin the school year ready to learn, ready to grow and ready to dream.

More Than a School Bag: Creating Moments of Learning & Joy in Jaipur

A school bag can carry books, but when it comes with encouragement, creativity and a little celebration, it can carry something more – the joy of learning.

As part of Sampoorna Shiksha’s Corporate Volunteering Program, we partnered with Baker Tilly One India to organise a School Bag Collection & Distribution initiative at Skoolam Trust’s Centre in Jaipur, bringing together employee volunteers and children for a day of learning, creativity and connection.

From Giving to Engaging

The initiative went beyond the distribution of school bags. 8 employee volunteers spent time with the children, engaging them through fun and interactive activities including a Connect-the-Dots activity and a Colour Competition. The children’s creativity and participation were celebrated with prizes, making the experience both meaningful and memorable.

Through the initiative, 60 beneficiaries received school bags – an essential resource to support their school journey. More importantly, the presence and participation of employee volunteers created an opportunity for children to feel encouraged, valued and connected.

When Employees Become Part of the Learning Journey

Employee volunteering creates an opportunity to move beyond donations and build meaningful human connections. Baker Tilly’s recent CSR efforts have similarly brought employees together to support children’s education through donations and creative engagement activities.

Sampoorna Shiksha sincerely thanks Baker Tilly One India for bringing their employees together for this initiative, and Skoolam Trust for supporting the activity at their Jaipur Centre. Together, we continue to create opportunities where corporate participation becomes a meaningful part of a child’s learning journey.

Because sometimes, the most meaningful impact is not just what we give, but the time, encouragement and joy we share.

Where Play Sparks Learning: Kitaab Khilona Reaches Uttarakhand

A puzzle to solve. A story to discover. A toy to explore. Sometimes, learning begins simply with the freedom to play.

Through Project Shikshalaya, Four government schools welcomed new Toy & Book Libraries, creating spaces where children can learn through play, exploration and discovery. 

  • Govt. Primary School Talla Gahna
  • Govt. Primary School Mauna Malla
  • Govt. Primary School Satbunga
  • Govt. Primary School Pangrari

The libraries bring together storybooks, educational toys, puzzles, flashcards and activity-based learning resources, giving children opportunities to explore, experiment and learn beyond traditional textbooks. Each resource is designed to encourage curiosity, creativity, communication and problem-solving, making learning more engaging and joyful.

Equipping Teachers to Make Learning Come Alive

The real impact of a Toy-Book Library begins when children get to use it. To ensure that every resource serves a learning purpose, Sampoorna Shiksha conducted an Online Training session for the teachers responsible for the libraries, introducing them to ways of making learning more interactive, joyful and meaningful. 

The session introduced teachers to ways of integrating the resources into everyday learning across different age groups and subjects. From developing early language and numeracy skills to encouraging problem-solving, collaboration, creativity and critical thinking, the training focused on helping teachers turn books, toys and games into meaningful learning experiences.The training also covered the importance of regular and purposeful use, library management, responsible usage and observing children’s participation and engagement – helping ensure that the libraries remain active learning spaces rather than simply collections of resources.

From Curiosity to Confidence

With four new Kitaab Khilona libraries, 150 beneficiaries now have access to spaces where learning can be explored through play, discovery and hands-on experiences.

At Sampoorna Shiksha, we believe that joyful learning can make children more curious, engaged and confident. Because when a child is given the freedom to explore, every book can become a story, every toy can become a lesson, and every moment can become an opportunity to learn.

Celebrating Purpose, People & Progress: Two Recognitions for Sampoorna Shiksha

At Sampoorna Shiksha, every milestone is a reflection of collective effort – and this moment is no different. We are proud to share that our journey has recently been recognized with two prestigious honours, celebrating the impact of our work in education and community development.

We were honoured to receive the Impact EntrepreNaari Award by Aspire For Her at the HumSafal 2025-26 Cohort Graduation Ceremony. This recognition celebrates not just one organisation, but the power of purpose-driven partnerships that are creating meaningful, lasting change in the education ecosystem.

Adding to this proud moment, we were also awarded the Vocational Excellence Award by Rotary Club of Satellite City, Navi Mumbai. This honour reflects the dedication, consistency, and passion of our team and the strong belief of the community that stands with us.

These recognitions reaffirm what we have always believed – that every child deserves access to joyful, equitable, and holistic education. From transforming classrooms and empowering teachers to building stronger learning environments, every step of this journey has been made possible through the unwavering support of our partners, donors, CSR leaders, schools, communities, educators, and volunteers.

A heartfelt thank you to Prakash Rajan and all the members of the Rotary Club for their encouragement, and to Aspire For Her for recognizing our efforts.

Most importantly, these awards belong to the children – whose dreams, confidence, and futures we are working to shape every single day. This is not just recognition. It is a reminder that when purpose meets collaboration, real impact happens.