Quality Education Support Trust (Quest)
233, Vadavali Road, Sonale, Taluka Wada, District Palghar, Maharashtra, India · Palghar · Maharashtra
If you’ve come across Quality Education Support Trust (QUEST) while searching for schools, it’s important to know that this is not a conventional private school. Instead, QUEST is a respected education NGO that works to improve learning quality in government and community schools across Maharashtra.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Not applicable – QUEST supports existing government curricula through its programs
- Classes
- Early years (ages 3–6) and grades 1–8 through partner schools
- Co-ed
- Yes, programs are co‑educational
- Boarding
- None
- Founded
- Registered in 2007
- Student–teacher ratio
- Varies by partner school; QUEST has trained over 11,000 teachers
- Students
- Not applicable – QUEST works with government schools and Anganwadis, reaching ~260,911 children cumulatively
Staff
Led by Nilesh Nimkar (Director); program teams for Early Childhood (Palavee), Remedial Learning (Anupad), Teacher Development (Shikshak), and Community Literacy (Goshtarang). Accredited by Credibility Alliance and GuideStar India (Platinum Seal).Summary for the Parent
Overview
Quality Education Support Trust (QUEST) is a non‑profit organisation that works to improve early childhood and elementary education in rural Maharashtra. It is not a private school where you can enrol your child full‑time, but rather a partner that supports government schools and Anganwadis through training, materials, and community programs.
What kind of child will this work best for
A child from a rural or tribal area who needs extra help in reading, writing, or early learning.
A child who enjoys hands‑on, play‑based, and community‑driven learning.
Strengths
Proven impact on teacher quality and classroom practices.
Free access for children and teachers in partner schools.
Locally relevant, low‑cost learning materials.
Strong community involvement through Balbhavans and Balamitras.
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Not a full‑time school; no board affiliation or formal admissions.
Program continuity depends on funding and government partnerships.
Limited presence in urban areas.
Parents may need to coordinate with local Anganwadis or schools for participation.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Is QUEST active in your village or school cluster?
Which program (Palavee, SSK, Anupad) is currently running there?
Who conducts the sessions and how often?
Are there any materials or contributions expected from parents?
Can you visit a Balbhavan or SSK centre to observe activities?
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