Our Journey
From a Roadside to a Sanctuary (2011)
Children represent the foundational future of our society, yet millions in our country remain sidelined from the education system due to deep-seated economic and social barriers. Driven by the conviction that every child possesses innate creative potential—untainted by their circumstances—the founders of Apna School sought to provide a platform where this potential could finally flourish.
Launched on March 7, 2011, Apna School began its journey with just 11 students. These children came from the most marginalized sectors of Greater Noida, including the families of construction workers, vegetable vendors, and daily wage laborers. This grassroots initiative quickly resonated with the residents of Gamma-I, who stepped forward to offer their cooperation and support.
Despite the existence of government schools, these children face unique hurdles that make formal education nearly inaccessible:
Logistical Barriers: The distance to schools is often too great, and parents—consumed by the struggle for daily wages—lack the time to escort them.
Domestic Responsibilities: In the absence of parents, older siblings are frequently forced to stay home to care for younger children.
Seasonal Migration: Because these families must migrate wherever work is available, their lives lack the stability required for traditional enrollment.
Apna School exists to bridge this gap, bringing education directly to those who the system has otherwise left behind.
