The Valley School
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The Valley School is a co-educational private day school about 20 km south of Bangalore city in India. The school was founded in 1978 by philosopher Jiddu Krishnamurti. The student population of the school is around 325 from classes 1 to 12 (ages 6 to 17).
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[edit] Culture
The culture of The Valley School is the biggest draw for the students present, and former. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, the dress code is casual. Interactions between teachers and students is informal and based on Jiddu Krishnamurti’s philosophy that “Learning cannot happen when there is fear”. Freedom with responsibility is emphasized from an early age, and rewards and punishments are kept to a minimum. Students are encouraged to direct their own learning.
[edit] Education and Curriculum
The lower school is run based on Jiddu Krishnamurti's philosophies, where teachers and students are given a lot of freedom and flexibility. Along with a standard curriculum of science and humanities, various extra curricular activities are encouraged. Tests and examinations are kept to a minimum. Higher classes follow a standard ICSE curriculum, where they appear for a nationwide public board examination at the end of class 10. Class 12 students appear for the ISC examinations conducted by the same board.
[edit] Campus
The school is set on a 100-acre campus which also has a lake and two artificial Ponds, Dams, 3 ancient Banyan trees (over 100 years old), and lightly wooded rolling hills. Academic buildings are concentrated around the main school in the eastern section of the campus; the student dormitories, residential quarters, guesthouses and “Art Village” are located on the western side. The school has three entrances, the first gate being the main entrance to the school building, while the third gate gives access to the Study Centre and the residential houses, as well as the Art Village. A stylized Neem Tree - which rests the highest point on the land, is the logo of the school and also proves to be a great vantage point for the sunset.
[edit] Transportation and Housing
Most students commute to school by bus. The school buses operate on different routes in the city, picking up and dropping students off at various points. Boarding is optional and is available for classes 7 and higher. Student hostels are located on campus.
[edit] Important Events
- Schools Birthday (July 17th)
- Mela (December – January)
- Cultural Program (February – March)
[edit] Flora and Fauna
The school is a regular spot for second Sunday outings of the Birdwatchers' Field Club of Bangalore. About 215 species of birds have been recorded by former students on campus. 15 species of mammals including deer, wild boar, elephants and a resident leopard, over 20 species of snakes are amongst the significant indicators of the biodiversity of the region.
[edit] Sister Schools
India
- Rishi valley school
- Rajghat Besant School
- Bal-Anand
- Bhagirathi Valley School
- Sahyadri School
- The School
United Kingdom
- Brockwood Park
United States of America
- The Oak Grove School
