CBSE schools throughout India are revolutionizing education by blending academic excellence, moral principles, and mindfulness exercises. There are more than 24,000 CBSE-affiliated schools in the country, and many of them understand that success is more than just achieving high test scores. Value-based learning and meditation have been shown to increase students’ emotional intelligence, focus, and stress levels. For instance, according to a 2022 study, students who engaged in daily mindfulness exercises outperformed their peers by 11 percent on cognitive tests. In this landscape, Mahabodhi School was founded, by Venerable Acharya Buddharakkhita in Mysore in 1972, to deliver high-quality education along with strong moral principles.

With its head office located in Bangalore, the institution has grown considerably over the years and currently operates 22 branches throughout India an a college in Namsai, Arunachal Pradesh. The school provides education from pre-KG to grade 10 with a focus on academics, extra curricular activities, and moral education, and has been nurturing young minds for more than five decades.

Mahabodhi School offers a variety of cutting-edge resources that enhance the educational process overall and combine real-world learning with personal wellbeing. Students participate in practical experiments which greatly improves understanding and retention, whether it is in the physics lab when analyzing semiconductor behavior or in the chemistry lab when preparing chemical compounds.

Enhancing Learning through Advanced Facilities
One of its standout initiatives is the Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL), a government-supported program aimed at fostering scientific curiosity and technological innovation among students. As one of the few schools in Mysore with an ATL, Mahabodhi students have created remarkable projects, including robotic systems and sensor-based solutions for the visually impaired. Their achievements have earned international recognition, including a silver medal at an event organized by the Australian Education Research Center.

The school has also embraced digital classrooms, equipping them with interactive smart boards to enhance the learning experience. These boards allow for multimedia integration, making lessons more engaging and effective. Aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP), Mahabodhi

School ensures that even pre-primary students benefit from digital learning tools. Digital classrooms further elevate the learning process by integrating multimedia tools, visual aids, and interactive boards to cater to different learning styles.

“We believe technology is not just a tool but a gateway to deeper learning and innovation. We empower students to explore, experiment, and understand the world beyond textbooks by integrating hands-on experiences such as the Atal Tinkering Lab and high tech classrooms”, asserts Jikmet Wangdus Jyothi, CEO, Mahabodhi School.

We enable our students to prove that true success is not just about knowledge but about sustaining a meaningful and morally guided life

Nurturing Mind, Body & Spirit
A defining feature of Mahabodhi School is its emphasis on moral education and meditation, a practice embedded in its philosophy since its establishment in 1972. In today’s fast-paced world, stress and anxiety among students are prevalent, and meditation serves as a powerful tool for mental health, offering long-term benefits beyond temporary relief. The school instills the philosophy of letting go, perseverance, and ethical decision-making to ensure that students not only excel intel lectually but also lead balanced, fulfilling lives. The students and staff practice mindfulness to develop clarity, emotional stability, and inner peace in the meditation hall. This approach has inspired thousands of parents to enroll their children to shape them into socially responsible citizens.

The school also excels in co-curricular programs such as the National Cadet Corps (NCC). Mahabodhi School’s NCC cadets have won multiple awards, participated in Republic Day parades, and represented the institution at national-level events. The school has also produced achievers in various fields, including a recent graduate selected for the IPL, purchased by the Delhi Daredevils for ₹13 lakhs.

“We recognize that every child has unique talents and aspirations beyond academics. We empower students to explore their passions, build confidence, and shape their paths to success by offering diverse co-curricular activities such as NCC, karate, yoga, and field trips”, adds Jikmet.

Dedicated Faculty
The faculty at Mahabodhi School includes people from academics, technical education, language studies, and extracurricular activities. They participate in a special orientation-cum-meditation program to effectively manage classrooms, deal with academic difficulties, and align with the organization’s mission.

Mahabodhi School also offers a dedicated Education Coordinator-cum-Consultant who acts as a liaison between parents, students, teachers, and management, unlike many schools that only have parent-teacher conferences once a month. With students from diverse backgrounds, including those whose parents may not be formally educated, the school offers personalized guidance to help them navigate their child’s academic journey. This guarantees that any issues, no matter how small, are resolved right away.

Future Initiatives
Mahabodhi School is committed to continuous innovation and improvement in its educational approach. In the upcoming academic year, the school aims to enhance academic excellence by strengthening its activity-based learning process, which has already shown great success. A huge focus will be on expanding smart classrooms to integrate visual and practical learning methodologies to make education more engaging and effective.

“We want our students to keep developing strong ethical values along side academic knowledge. Our aim is to continue setting new benchmarks in holistic education with a blend of modern technology and traditional wisdom”, concludes Jikmet.