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The French philosopher and teacher Simone Weil once said, ‘The joy of learning is as indispensable in study as breathing is in running.’ 

These words are particularly relevant in a time when happiness is defined in terms of technology and social media. Time management, sound decision making and efficiency are the demands of modern life, and one may even find the world unforgiving at times. However, we cannot defy the essence of the times we are living in. Alarmingly, what really defines these times is the ‘unreal’ happiness amidst which young minds are often left feeling lost and are deeply affected by emotional triggers they struggle to identify or understand. This is where educators play a big role. Birla High School, a vision of our founder Shri Lakshmi Niwas Birla, believes that the purpose of an educational institution is not merely to impart knowledge but also to create a stress-free environment in which students can thrive and realise their full potential.

This blog is not just a reflection of what we do, but also a glimpse into what we have always aspired to achieve, and what we may accomplish together as a team in the future. 

Having its roots in the principle ‘Times Change; Values Don’t’, the institution blends traditional values and contemporary pedagogical techniques to ensure conceptual clarity through experiential learning while keeping the happiness quotient high. It aligns well with the essence of modern education that encourages introspection and self-awareness, the same elements found in the teachings of past educators. Socrates used dialogue and questioning, the foundation of inquiry-based learning. Rabindranath Tagore emphasised learning through nature, creativity and personal experience. Maria Montessori advocated for learning by doing, long before it became a mainstream educational approach. Well, it wouldn’t be improper to say that we have come full circle, would it? 

With a subtle nod to the wisdom of the great teachers, we remind ourselves that true learning emerges not merely from text books, but from life itself where learners actively apply their knowledge, question deeply and grow through meaningful engagement. Our students are encouraged to think, ask questions and solve problems through collaboration and activity-based learning. In this process, they become aware of their strengths and weaknesses, and transition from uncertainty to enlightenment. 

Join us next as we dive into the kind of learning we’ve always dreamed of creating; something that is rooted in experience, reflection and the joy of truly happy learners.