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Leading Educational Institution in Dharwad
This post highlights a 10-year journey of dedicated efforts and programs to create the best schooling experience possible — and here’s a glimpse of what we’ve accomplished.
To grasp what I mean by “Education for Life” and how this philosophy was born, do read my earlier post. In essence, the goal is simple yet profound: to offer every child a truly holistic education — one that nurtures academic, technological, cultural, social, physical, and emotional growth.
Today, the Basavaraddi legacy proudly runs three K–12 institutions in Dharwad:
1. Basavaraddi English Medium School
2. Sharada CBSE School
3. Basavaraddi Residential School
What Makes Basavaraddi Schools Stand Out in Dharwad
Our journey towards excellence has been built on strong foundations of quality teaching, holistic programs, and a culture of continuous improvement. Let’s explore what truly makes us unique.
1. Extraordinary Teachers
Our greatest strength is our educators — deeply knowledgeable, rigorously trained, and passionately devoted. Every teacher at Basavaraddi has been with us for a minimum of 2 years, with most having over a decade of experience. Their commitment is what truly shapes our students. Discover our teaching force ?
2. Academic Excellence
We believe academics must ignite interest, not just meet syllabus requirements. For Grades 1–5, we go beyond the basics of state textbooks and use Crystal Books by Pearson. The results has been powerful — many of our students clear the Navodaya entrance exam without coaching. Learning is further enhanced through our Math Lab, Science Lab, and Outbound Learning programs. For Grades 6–10, we follow NCERT Books for Science and Math, ensuring conceptual clarity and national-level standards.
3. Sports – A Way of Life
At Basavaraddi, sports are not an extra — they’re a lifeline. Our students consistently compete and excel at state and national levels. (This is where a picture says more than words!). See our yearly sports achievements?
4. Building Confidence Through Co-Curriculars
Every year, multiple students and teams from Basavaraddi Schools qualify for Cluster, Taluk, and State-level competitions in Prathibha Karanji — an inter-school co-curricular contest.
At the school level, students compete in weekly CCA competitions, starting with house-level top 10 schools in dharwad rounds and progressing to the school-level finals. This structured approach encourages healthy competition, teamwork, and continuous growth in talent.
5. Hobby Classes
Basavaraddi Schools offer a range of hobby classes: Karate, Classical Dance, Classical Music, Physical Fitness, Coding, and Abacus. Students can pick according to their interests and cultivate a lifelong skill. All classes are led by external faculty who are accomplished experts in their fields.
6. Reasoning Ability
The foundation for excelling in competitive exams is strong aptitude. At Basavaraddi, students are systematically prepared to develop reasoning and quick-thinking skills, enabling them to succeed in Olympiads and other competitive exams. Reasoning is taught as a dedicated area of study with its own Olympiad-approved books and assessments.
7. Gifted Learners Program
Advanced topics in finance and entrepreneurship can be complex for most students. To bridge this gap, a select group is chosen for the Genius Batch, where they study advanced concepts in finance and business management.
8. Cultural Alignment
Every class begins with a short Brahmari exercise to help students achieve a receptive state. Students are taught slokas and vachanas every morning, and all major festivals are celebrated with teachers and peers. This ensures every child stays rooted in culture and tradition.
9. Empowering Students with Life Skills
Life skills often influence future success more than academics. Through the “Ready for Life” program, students develop entrepreneurship, leadership, communication, empathy, critical thinking, and problem-solving in a structured way, equipping them for life beyond school.
10. Technology Integration in Education
Through the “AI for You” program and coding lessons starting as early as Class 3, students at Basavaraddi Schools are equipped with end-to-end technological education, including hands-on computer labs. This ensures they stay ahead of the curve in an increasingly tech-driven world.
11. Foundational Learning Support
Not all students learn at the same pace, and some need extra support. Remedial classes provide dedicated periods for individualized attention, ensuring every child achieves basic proficiency — fluency in English and Hindi, and mastery of the four fundamental operations in mathematics.
12. Our Educational Philosophy
The principles of “Education for Life” at Basavaraddi Schools have been explained in my previous post. In short, our goal is to create an environment where every student looks forward to learning and values every moment of their journey. Protecting and nurturing a child’s confidence is our core aim.
Continuing the Journey
Our pursuit is to continually copyright the feat of being the best school in Dharwad. While we are proud of the progress and results so far, we believe the mission to “Educate for Life” is a continuous journey. The aim is to remain meaningful, effective, and influential for every student. For now, we are delighted to have built a school that children genuinely love coming to. Celebrating the joy of learning and growth.