Gaurishankar English School (School on the Mountain)

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For many children in rural Nepal, access to education can mean a brighter future and greater opportunities.

Gaurishankar English School provides free education to disadvantaged children. While we support both boys and girls, we have a particular focus on girls’ education, as they often face greater barriers to attending school.

Your donation helps provide the education and resources these children need. Please donate today.

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About the School

Gaurishankar English School (School on the Mountain) was founded in 1994 and reopened in 2005–06 after being forced to close during Nepal’s decade-long conflict. Following the 2015 earthquakes, the school was rebuilt with safer, single-storey classrooms.

Today, the school serves 370 students, ages 3–14, from nursery through Grade 7. Most come from low-income or disadvantaged communities, including many orphaned children. More than 200 students cannot afford tuition and need sponsorship.

The school operates almost entirely through donations, with both the building and grounds rented and no government financial support.

Child sponsorship is just $20 CAD/USD per month.

 

Teachers at this school

 

The school has 19 teachers and staff and relies on volunteers, sponsorships and donations to expand classes, purchase supplies and improve its facilities.

For the fascinating story behind the school’s history, see “Some Interesting History” in Surya Krishna Shrestha’s profile.

 

 

Sponsor A Child’s Education

Children who cannot afford school fees can attend through the support of caring sponsors. Sponsoring a child’s education costs just $20 USD/CAD per month.

Interested in sponsoring a child? Click here to learn more.

 

 

Volunteer

Interested in volunteering at the school? Please read the Volunteer section for details and apply by sending us your resume and a short letter of interest.

 

 

Donate To This School

Your support helps cover the school’s operating costs and ensures it can continue providing education to children in this rural community.

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