Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir, Art Section & Sri Ma Library

16/08/2026

Sri Aurobindo Sakti Centre, New Alipore, Kolkata, along with its units — Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir School, the Art Section and the Library — celebrated the 80th Independence Day of India and the 154th Birth Anniversary of Sri Aurobindo with great pride and patriotic fervour on 15 August 2026.

Students of the School and the Art Section gathered in the morning for the hoisting of the National Flag at 8:00 a.m. by the Principal of the School. This was followed by the National Anthem and a cultural programme comprising a collective drill, dances and chorus songs presented by the Upper and Lower KG students of Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir School and students of the Art Section wings. The students of the Nursery sections arrived thereafter with their parents. All students were given chocolates and snacks and paid their respects at the Shrine. A meditation session was held at the Shrine from 10:30 to 10:45 a.m.

The concluding programme featured an enthralling 'alekhya' of recitation and orchestra, presenting a harmonious fusion of Eastern and Western musical instruments. The presentation was based on the five dreams of Sri Aurobindo, as articulated in his historic address to the nation, broadcast by All India Radio, Tiruchirappalli, on the eve of 15 August 1947.

The celebrations concluded with the distribution of Prasad to all those present.

08/08/2026

Sri Aurobindo emphasizes that children are capable of intense concentration when a lesson is made interesting and engaging. In keeping with this spirit, the science sessions being conducted at Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir and Sri Aurobindo Sakti Centre, New Alipore, Kolkata, continued with an engaging session titled “Interesting Experiments with Items of Daily Use” on Friday, 7th August 2026. The session was conducted by Mr. Partha Ghosh and Mr. Arindam Das, eminent resource persons dedicated to the propagation of science. It commenced at 5:30 p.m. and continued for more than two hours, with the participation of teachers and students.

The session provided the students with an opportunity to explore science through simple, hands-on experiments using everyday materials. The experiments covered a range of interesting topics, including volume and mass, air pressure, testing of food items to develop awareness about the food we consume, and light. The practical and interactive approach encouraged the students to observe, experiment, question, and discover scientific principles for themselves. Teachers from Birbhum attended the session in person, while teachers from Siliguri participated through a live online session. The enthusiastic participation of both students and teachers made the programme an engaging and enriching experience, bringing the wonder of science closer to everyday life.

04/08/2026

We meet at Sri Aurobindo Sakti Centre, 532 Block M, New Alipore, Kolkata 700053, on Friday *7th August 2026* for an interesting session on science - *Interesting experiments with items of daily use* by Mr. Partha Ghosh, an eminent resource person dedicated to the propagation of science, with his team. The session will begin at *5:30 p.m. sharp*. Science Teachers and students are welcome to attend this programme at our Sri Aurobindo Centre.

02/08/2026

An intra-school art competition was conducted on 2nd August, within the school premises, by the Art section of Sri Aurobindo Sakti Centre Trust. Mr. Chhandak Majumdar, a graphic designer for Udbodhan—the Bengali magazine published by the Ramakrishna Math and Mission (Bagbazar)—served as the judge for the submitted artworks. The following photographs capture highlights of the event alongside the enthusiastic participants.

27/07/2026

25/07/2026

Declining attention spans have become a persistent concern among parents of students today. There are several contributing factors, including, of course, the growing problem of smartphone addiction. At Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir (New Alipore, Kolkata) we are trying to provide them with practical guidance on helping their children develop better focus and concentration. A first session was conducted with parents of Upper KG students on Friday, 24th July (2026) by Ms. Saswati Bhattacharya, resource person from Purnam Centre, Auroville. The response being quite encouraging, we are making this a regular programme henceforth.

30/06/2026

Trees, Tales, and Toasts: End of Term I Celebration

The last day of Term I ended on a heartwarming and memorable note, filled with learning, laughter, and love for nature.
Tree Plantation Drive: “Growing Memories Together”
The morning began with a tree plantation drive in the school garden. Each student of NB planted a sapling with their name tag, promising to nurture it even after the session ends. Teachers explained the importance of trees for clean air, shade, and homes for birds. The excitement on the children’s faces as they patted the soil and watered their little plants was priceless. These trees will stand as living memories of our time together.

Role Play: Chirps, Roars and Tiny Tales
Next, our young performers of KG II took the stage for a delightful role play on birds and animals. Dressed as parrots, elephants, monkeys, peacocks,eagles, giraffes and tigers, the students enacted short skits about kindness to animals, protecting forests, and the sounds of the jungle. The confidence, expressions, and handmade costumes made the audience clap non-stop.

Juice Party: A Sweet Toast to Friendship
To beat the heat and celebrate the day, we all enjoyed a refreshing juice party. Orange juice was served in paper cups. Students raised their cups for a cheerful toast to friendship, new learnings, and the promise to meet again. Sharing juice and giggles, the classroom felt more like a family picnic.

29/06/2026

A small team of teachers from Sishu Malancha School, Siliguri, along with their Principal, visited Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir for a four-day programme to observe and experience firsthand our approach to education and student guidance. During their stay, they observed our teachers conducting classes, interacted with our students, and actively participated in classroom activities. They also attended orientation sessions with our teachers to understand how we plan, structure, and deliver our curriculum. These sessions offered them an insight into our sincere endeavour to put into practice the educational ideals of Sri Aurobindo and The Mother, under whose inspiration we carry forward our work.

As part of the programme, they were also taken on educational field visits to gather visual and reference material related to their syllabus, which they could later use in their own classrooms, echoing Sri Aurobindo's words that learning was to be made interesting. At the conclusion of the programme, the visiting teachers expressed their appreciation for the enriching experience and shared that they were returning with valuable ideas, practical insights, and renewed inspiration gained from an institution dedicated to the educational vision of Sri Aurobindo and The Mother.

13/06/2026

Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir team along with Mirraloke participates in an outreach programme to orient teachers of primary schools of north Bengal.

A two-day workshop was organised by the Rupantor Group (an autonomous unit of Sri Aurobindo Sikshadhara Trust) in collaboration with the Sri Aurobindo Society, Siliguri Branch, at the Society Hall located at its premises in Bhaktinagar, Siliguri. The theme of the workshop was the practical implementation of the educational ideals and philosophy of Sri Aurobindo and The Mother in contemporary schooling at the pre-primary level. The programme was attended by Principals, Head Teachers, and teachers representing fourteen schools from Siliguri and neighbouring areas, including Huslurdanga, Chaterhat, Dhupguri, Jaldhaka and Phansidewa in the districts of Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling.

The workshop was conducted under the guidance of Mr. Partha Sarathi Bose, Principal of Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir and Head of Mirraloke (an autonomous unit of Sri Aurobindo Sikshadhara Trust). He was supported by an experienced team of teachers and guides from Sri Aurobindo Bal Mandir and Mirraloke, who conducted a series of sessions over two days - Saturday and Sunday, 6th and 7th June 2026 - focusing on the delivery of a pre-primary curriculum on the mentioned theme. The programme was further assisted by Mr. Avijit Sarkar, Principal of Ekalavya Academy, and Mr. Kabyick Ganguly, Principal of Sishu Malancha School, Siliguri, both now active members of the Rupantor Group. The workshop was also attended by Mr. Nilamadhab Mishra of Sri Aurobindo Centre, Nakulaguda, Odisha.

Throughout the deliberations, participants emphasised the growing relevance of Sri Aurobindo's and The Mother's educational thought in addressing the challenges of contemporary education. Discussions centred on practical approaches to integrating these ideals into school curricula and classroom practices. The workshop concluded on a positive note, with participants expressing their commitment to exploring and implementing these educational principles within their respective institutions. It was also unanimously felt that regular follow-up programmes should be organised to ensure continuity, support, and sustained progress in this collective endeavour.

25/04/2026

The Mother returned to Pondicherry from Japan for the final time on April 24, 1920, to settle there permanently and collaborate with Sri Aurobindo. Her arrival marked the beginning of a new phase in their spiritual work and eventually led to the formation of the Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Sri Aurobindo Sakti Centre, New Alipore (Kolkata), along with its units, commemorated this occasion on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 6:00 pm. Moving away from conventional lectures, the program was organized as an interactive session titled “The Day and Its Relevance for Us” (in Bengali), featuring a conversation between Shri Partha Sarathi Bose with the guest Shri Atanu Chatterjee. The discussion emphasized the importance of applying the Mother’s ideas and teachings in our daily lives. The session extended to an engaging interaction with the audience.