Far from the maddening crowd of the metropolis, in the lap of lush green surroundings of two hilloids, there stands a model co-education school, KENDRIYA VIDYALAYA, MANKHURD which is reminiscent of our ancient gurukulas. Its calm atmosphere, free of pollution but full of scenic beauty constantly inspires the pupils to excel. Its location in a navel residential area provides optimum safety. Situated at, 500m. from Mankhurd station, this Vidyalaya in the eastern suburb is a link between greater Mumbai and Navi Mumbai.
Established in 1987, the Vidyalaya runs under Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, New Delhi that is governed by the Ministry of Human Resources Development and funded by the Central Government. At present, it has strength of about 1,110 students.
The Vidyalaya Management Committee at local level is headed by A Chairman, who is Commodore, Bureau of Sailors, Indian Navy, Mankhurd. Th Vidyalaya can boast of its efficient and experienced Principal and well qualified, centrally selected sincere and devoted team of teachers. The fact that the staff lives in the school campus has proved to be an added advantage to enable the Vidyalaya to produce excellent academic results. Our students find their way into institutions of higher learning like I.I.T & N.D.A. and professional courses like medical, engineering, C.A. etc. Some of them are also placed abroad.The Vidyalaya has a very spacious and attractive, H-shaped, well ventilated three-winged building. The long open corridors lend it a real free atmosphere. The adequate number of neat and clean, white tiled toilets with proper ventilation and uninterrupted water supply speaks volumes of the Vidyalaya's concern for the health and hygiene of its students.
The big, airy, well illuminated and crystal clean classrooms have properly laid out furniture. Each classroom is fully equipped with green glass board, display board, in-built almira and all electrical fitting for the use of audio-visual aids. The average strength of the class is 35 students, which facilitate the teacher to Impart individual attention to each child.
To increase the knowledge of students, there is a spacious, well-lit and well-ventilated library with a computer. Newspaper, books and magazines on a variety of subjects including current affairs are always available there.
Morning Assembly
A typical day begins with sublime thoughts that encourage religious tolerance. To remind themselves to be devoted to the nation and have the profound feeling of universal brotherhood, a pledge is taken by the pupils everyday. To imbibe moral values, to update current affairs and to make the children bold and self-confident, special programs like Thought for the day, Sloka Recitation, News, Birthday celebration, Value education talk by teachers, Community singing etc. form regular features of the morning.Library
The school library has a wide collection of about 7500 well selected books on almost all subjects ranging from English, Hindi, fiction, non-fiction to reference books such as encyclopedias etc. The school subscribes to leading newspapers and magazines following the open shelf and class library system. Various competitions related to reading and creative writing are organized to encourage extra supplementary reading. The rolling trophy for the best class of readers has been instituted for encouraging the habit of reading among students.
Music
The department is the pulse point of this Vidyalaya. Each class has its own prayer group and orchestra. The musical evening is a finale to the session ending academics. Children choir group plays and presents its orchestra on many special occasions in school.
Laboratory
We have well equipped laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Information Practice. We also have a junior science lab for the middle sections, which helps the junior children to have a stint with the scientific procedures and facts. This year, an English language lab and mathematics lab have also been introduced for the improvement of spoken English.
Art
Drawing and painting is the privilege of an artist and students express their emotions with the help of brush and colours. This school has the honour of producing excellent child artists in large numbers. Under the able guidance of the Drawing teacher, children are taught mixed college, card board scripture, wall painting, clay modeling, print making, wood carving, modern art/design and greeting cards. This year coaching classes have also been introduced for glass painting, ceramic painting and flower making for classes.
Computer Education
The school has two fully equipped computer laboratory set up, for Primary, Middle section and for Secondary and Higher Secondary section. All students from class III to X are trained hands on computer. Class XI and XII learn informatics. Multimedia lessons are imparted through the teaching learning process. 24 hour Internet facility is available for online education.
