Global Guardians School (GGS)

Education and Sanskar

Global Guardians School (GGS)

Life-Essential Education for Harmonious Coexistence

Location

Visnagar, District Mehsana, Gujarat

Domain

Education & Sanskar

Project Lead

Agrahar Nagraj Foundation

Primary Focus

Consciousness Development, Universal Values & Academic Excellence

About the Project

About Global Guardians School

Global Guardians School is an educational initiative in Visnagar, Gujarat, focused on consciousness development, value education and academic learning.

About Global Guardians School

The school creates an environment in which children and young people can explore themselves, their relationships, society, nature and the larger reality of coexistence.

Its purpose is to help students develop the understanding, ability and skills required to live with happiness, prosperity, responsibility and care for the Earth.

Global Guardians School is part of the Agrahar Nagraj Foundation and is located on Paldi Road in Visnagar, Gujarat.

Its programme connects consciousness development and value education with academic excellence. Students learn through classroom study, dialogue, projects, observation, relationships and practical experiences.

The school is built around the belief that children need more than information and professional preparation. They also need clarity about happiness, relationships, human purpose, society and participation with nature.

Core Work

What the Project Does

The Purpose of Life-Essential Education

Core Purpose

The Purpose of Life-Essential Education

Children encounter questions throughout life that are not always addressed by conventional education: What is happiness? How can relationships become fulfilling? What is prosperity? What is responsible human conduct? How can families live with trust? What is our relationship with nature? How should knowledge and technology be used? How can human beings participate in a balanced social system?

Educational Foundation & Philosophy

Educational Philosophy

Educational Foundation & Philosophy

The school’s educational model is rooted in Madhyasth Darshan, the worldview of harmonious coexistence proposed by A. Nagraj.

Consciousness Development and Value Education

Curriculum Model

Consciousness Development and Value Education

The school’s model is described as Chetna Vikas Mulya Shiksha (Consciousness Development-Value Education).

The School’s Vision and Mission

Vision & Mission

The School’s Vision and Mission

Global Guardians School’s vision is to contribute to an undivided society and universal order by fostering excellence in human consciousness.

Academic Learning & Teaching Methods

Academic Integration

Academic Learning & Teaching Methods

Global Guardians School combines its value-based framework with core academic subjects: Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Arts, and Physical Development.

The Five Developmental Shalas

Developmental Framework

The Five Developmental Shalas

Global Guardians School organises its educational journey through five developmental Shalas corresponding to human growth stages:

Small Groups, Parents as Partners & Teacher Development

Community & Partnership

Small Groups, Parents as Partners & Teacher Development

The elementary campus accommodates approximately 150 to 200 students in small learning groups (1 classroom per grade, ~2 teachers for 23–25 students), supporting personal dialogue and observation.

Learning with Nature and Community Participation

Ecological Consciousness

Learning with Nature and Community Participation

Students explore natural systems and ecological balance through the framework of Four Orders of Nature: Material Order, Plant Order, Animal Order, and Human/Knowledge Order.

Admissions Approach & Process

Admissions Process

Admissions Approach & Process

Global Guardians School follows an inclusive admission approach for families aligned with its educational philosophy.

Alignment with SHAPE Foundation

SHAPE Alignment

Alignment with SHAPE Foundation

Global Guardians School aligns closely with SHAPE Foundation’s Education-Sanskar domain.

Core Purpose

The Purpose of Life-Essential Education

Children encounter questions throughout life that are not always addressed by conventional education: What is happiness? How can relationships become fulfilling? What is prosperity? What is responsible human conduct? How can families live with trust? What is our relationship with nature? How should knowledge and technology be used? How can human beings participate in a balanced social system?

Global Guardians School creates age-appropriate opportunities for students to examine these questions.

The purpose is not to separate academic learning from life. It is to connect learning with the student’s thoughts, behaviour, relationships and participation.

5 Shalas

developmental stages from Nursery to Post-School (Grades 13-14)

150-200

students capacity on elementary campus in Visnagar, Gujarat

~2:23

teacher-to-student ratio in small learning groups

Chetna Vikas

Mulya Shiksha model based on Madhyasth Darshan

The Five Developmental Shalas

Developmental Framework

The Five Developmental Shalas

Global Guardians School organises its educational journey through five developmental Shalas corresponding to human growth stages:

1. Utsav Shala (House of Celebration - Nursery, KG, UKG): Built around family theme, trust, play, sensory exploration, and nature observation.

2. Sukh Shala (House of Happiness - Grades 1 to 5): Foundation in academics, literacy, numeracy, respect for life forms, and self-reliance.

3. Shanti Shala (House of Peace - Grades 6 to 8): Critical thinking, analytical ability, human ethics, environmental responsibility, and emotional balance.

4. Santosh Shala (House of Contentment - Grades 9 to 12): Specialised subjects, leadership, social responsibility, independent research, and career planning.

5. Anand Shala (House of Bliss - Grades 13 and 14 / Post-School): Teacher development, educational practice, evidence, and humane education leadership.

Community & Partnership

Small Groups, Parents as Partners & Teacher Development

The elementary campus accommodates approximately 150 to 200 students in small learning groups (1 classroom per grade, ~2 teachers for 23–25 students), supporting personal dialogue and observation.

Assessment for Learning focuses on development rather than marks alone, using continuous observation, formative feedback, self-assessment, reflection, and project demonstrations.

Parents are active educational partners, attending at least 3 learning sessions annually, engaging in parent-teacher dialogue, and participating in school events.

Teachers undergo intensive development in Chetna Vikas Mulya Shiksha, Madhyasth Darshan, theme-based facilitation, and humane school culture.

Small learning groups (~23-25 students per class with 2 teachers)

Developmental assessment focused on progress rather than mere grading

Parents as active partners (3 mandatory learning sessions annually)

Continuous teacher development in Chetna Vikas Mulya Shiksha

Environmental learning through the Four Orders of Nature

Community participation: tree planting, gardening, elders interaction & workshops

Small Groups, Parents as Partners & Teacher Development

More Details

Life Questions Addressed in Education

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Children encounter questions throughout life that are not always addressed by conventional education: What is happiness? How can relationships become fulfilling? What is prosperity? What is responsible human conduct? How can families live with trust? What is our relationship with nature? How should knowledge and technology be used? How can human beings participate in a balanced social system?

Global Guardians School creates age-appropriate opportunities for students to examine these questions.

The purpose is not to separate academic learning from life. It is to connect learning with the student’s thoughts, behaviour, relationships and participation.

What is happiness and how is it sustained?

How can relationships in family and society become fulfilling?

What is genuine prosperity beyond material accumulation?

What constitutes responsible, humane conduct?

How can families live with mutual trust and harmony?

What is our relationship with the natural environment?

How should knowledge, science and technology be used?

How can human beings participate in a balanced social system?

Key Attributes of Chetna Vikas Mulya Shiksha

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The school’s model is described as Chetna Vikas Mulya Shiksha (Consciousness Development-Value Education).

Consciousness development relates to the development of human mentality, vision, tendencies and participation.

Value education explores trust, respect, affection, care, guidance, gratitude and other values within relationships.

Students are encouraged to examine these proposals within themselves and observe whether they can be expressed in daily living.

Universal – Applicable to all human beings across cultures

Secular – Free from sectarian dogma or religious doctrine

Rational – Open to logical inquiry and systematic reasoning

Verifiable – Experienced and verified by the individual learner

Practical – Expressed in daily behavior, work and relationships

Accessible – Natural to human understanding at every stage

Comprehensive – Covers self, family, society, nature and existence

Key Pedagogical Approaches

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Global Guardians School combines its value-based framework with core academic subjects: Languages, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Arts, and Physical Development.

Academic learning is aligned with national educational expectations while placed within meaningful real-life contexts. Students understand why a subject matters and how knowledge connects with family, society, and nature.

Teaching methods include: Experiential Learning (observation & reflection), Group Dialogue & Discussion, Project-Based Learning, Mentorship, and Self-Reflection.

Experiential Learning – Learning through direct observation and reflection

Dialogue & Discussion – Expressing thoughts and examining perspectives

Project-Based Learning – Connecting subjects through real-world projects

Individual Mentorship – Guidance tailored to every child's learning needs

Self-Reflection – Observing thoughts, feelings, choices and relationships

Understanding & Evidencing – Verifying ideas internally before expressing in life

The 5 Shala Stages of Education

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Global Guardians School organises its educational journey through five developmental Shalas corresponding to human growth stages:

1. Utsav Shala (House of Celebration - Nursery, KG, UKG): Built around family theme, trust, play, sensory exploration, and nature observation.

2. Sukh Shala (House of Happiness - Grades 1 to 5): Foundation in academics, literacy, numeracy, respect for life forms, and self-reliance.

3. Shanti Shala (House of Peace - Grades 6 to 8): Critical thinking, analytical ability, human ethics, environmental responsibility, and emotional balance.

4. Santosh Shala (House of Contentment - Grades 9 to 12): Specialised subjects, leadership, social responsibility, independent research, and career planning.

5. Anand Shala (House of Bliss - Grades 13 and 14 / Post-School): Teacher development, educational practice, evidence, and humane education leadership.

1. Utsav Shala (Nursery - UKG) – House of Celebration (Trust, Family, Sensory Play)

2. Sukh Shala (Grades 1 - 5) – House of Happiness (Literacy, Numeracy, Coexistence)

3. Shanti Shala (Grades 6 - 8) – House of Peace (Critical Thinking, Ethics, Self-Reflection)

4. Santosh Shala (Grades 9 - 12) – House of Contentment (Leadership, Research, Life Planning)

5. Anand Shala (Grades 13 - 14) – House of Bliss (Teacher Development & Educational Leadership)

Potential Areas of Collaboration

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Global Guardians School aligns closely with SHAPE Foundation’s Education-Sanskar domain.

Potential collaboration areas include teacher development, educational resources, research and documentation, learning infrastructure, scholarships, community outreach, and dissemination of the Chetna Vikas Mulya Shiksha model.

Teacher training & facilitator development

Educational material & resource publication

Documentation & research on value education

Learning infrastructure & classroom enhancement

Scholarships for deserving rural students

Community outreach & model dissemination

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

The school is located on Paldi Road, Visnagar, District Mehsana, Gujarat.
The present operating institution runs from Nursery to Grade 8, with its broader 5-Shala model extending through Grades 13 and 14. Contact the school directly for current operational grades.
The school integrates academic learning with consciousness development, universal human values, relationships, practical projects, and environmental responsibility.
Yes. Parents are treated as educational partners and are encouraged to attend regular learning and dialogue sessions (at least 3 per year).
Yes. Its educational model is based on Madhyasth Darshan and Chetna Vikas Mulya Shiksha.
Families can contact the school through its official website ggschool.org or visit the campus on Paldi Road, Visnagar.

Contact Us

Enquire about Admissions & Visits

For inquiries regarding admissions, campus visits, open houses, or teacher development programmes, contact Global Guardians School or visit ggschool.org.

Contact

Phone: +91 7068886455

Email: info@ggschool.org

Support Initiative

Join a Community Exploring the Larger Purpose of Education

Families, educators and supporters can connect with Global Guardians School to learn about admissions, teacher development, educational practice and opportunities to contribute.