Sita School
Vishram', Silvepura, Turbanahalli P.O., Bangalore, Karnataka, India · Bengaluru · Karnataka
Basic Details
- Boards
- No formal board affiliation, Karnataka State Board 7th exam (private), NIOS 10th (private)
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (day school only)
- Founded
- 1975
- Student–teacher ratio
- Roughly 8–13 students per teacher
- Students
- Around 30–40 (based on reports from 2005–2014; numbers vary with migration)
Classes
Multi-age groups (Karuna: 4–8 yrs, Sadhana: 8–12 yrs, Vasantha: 12–14 yrs, Sangeetha: 13–14 yrs, Gulabi: exam prep group)Staff
Founder: Jane Sahi (educator and artist), Long-term teachers: Divya Jyoti, Sarojini, Kamalamma, Rebecca (alumna), Supported by volunteers and local staffSummary for the Parent
Overview
Sita School is a small, community-driven school that has quietly nurtured children for nearly five decades.
It’s ideal for families who value creativity, compassion, and flexibility over formal structure and competition. However, it’s not a conventional school — it lacks formal board recognition and depends on external funding.
What kind of child this school is best for
A child who learns best through art, stories, and hands-on activities.
A first-generation learner who needs a gentle, flexible environment.
Strengths and Trade-offs
Deeply caring teachers and founder-led vision.
Strong focus on art, craft, and community learning.
Small class sizes and individual attention.
Affordable and inclusive.
No formal board affiliation (may affect future transitions).
Limited infrastructure and resources.
High dropout risk among older children.
Dependence on donor funding.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
How are older students supported academically and emotionally?
What is the current student–teacher ratio?
How does the school plan to sustain itself financially?
What are the sanitation and safety facilities like?
How do alumni transition to higher education or work?
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