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Rotary Vivekanand School - Transforming Lives in the Sundarbans

Located in Kultali, near the Sundarbans in West Bengal, Rotary Vivekanand School is a beacon of hope for over 500 young students from rural and economically challenged families. In a region where quality education is limited, the school stands as a lifeline—offering opportunity, dignity, and a pathway to a brighter future.

About The School

A holistic learning experience at our English Medium School

570 students (Co-educational)

Currently up to Class VII

Mid-day meals provided

Free books, uniforms, school bags & learning materials

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Audio-visual equipment in every classroom

Playground & child-friendly campus

Dedicated and committed teaching faculty

Fully supported by generous donors

570 students (Co-educational)

Currently up to Class VII

Mid-day meals provided

Free books, uniforms, school bags & learning materials

Audio-visual equipment in every classroom

Playground & child-friendly campus

Dedicated and committed teaching faculty

Fully supported by generous donors

At Rotary Vivekanand School, education of all the children is sponsored by benevolent donors. Parents contribute only a nominal fee, with the school covering their tuition, uniforms, mid-day meals, and other essential needs through the support of generous donations and sponsorships. This model ensures that every child, regardless of their financial situation, receives access to quality education. For many children here, this is not just a school—it is their only access to structured education within miles.

A Journey of Growth

  • Started in 2017 as a community service initiative of Rotary Club of Metro South with funding from the Rotary Club of Singapore.
  • Later, Rotary Calcutta Mahanagar joined hands, and together these organizations have been funding and overseeing operations.

Advisors and Support

  • Mr Probir Mitra, Past President Rotary Metro South
  • Mr Shekhar Mehta, President - Rotary International (21-22)
  • Academic support is provided by Nanritam Filix School, Purulia, under the mentorship of Ms. Ranjana Sengupta.
  • Ms. Hilda Peacock, former principal of La Martiniere for Girls, Kolkata

The Vision Ahead: A Centre of Excellence

We are now embarking on a transformative journey:

To equip students with stronger communication skills and better career prospects.

CBSE Affiliation

We aim to secure affiliation from the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), making this the only CBSE-affiliated school within a 50 km radius.

This upgrade will:

Elevate academic standards

Improve higher education opportunities

Increase digital and competitive exam readiness

Position the school as a regional Centre of Excellence

Why Your Support Matters

The Sundarbans region faces:

  • Limited infrastructure
  • High dropout risks
  • Economic challenges
  • Low access to quality English-medium education

Your support will help us:

  • Upgrade infrastructure to meet CBSE norms
  • Expand classrooms and laboratories
  • Enhance teacher training programs
  • Strengthen digital learning systems
  • Sustain mid-day meal programs
  • Provide scholarships for underprivileged students
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Investing in Impact

Every contribution directly supports:

  • 570 young minds
  • First-generation learners
  • Girls’ education in rural Bengal
  • Long-term community transformation

This is not just funding a school – it is building the educational backbone of an entire region.

We invite individuals, CSR Partners, foundation and philanthropists to join hands with us in shaping and transforming rural education.

Support Rotary Vivekanand School. Support the future.