Director’s On-Site Monitoring Visit to Brickfield Schools in Haroa

Highlights:

On February 5, 2025, the Director of KMWSC and the Project Implementer of the Brickfield School (BFS) Project undertook a comprehensive monitoring visit to Haroa, overseeing the progress of the Brickfield School Project. The visit included inspections of multiple brickfield schools, direct engagement with stakeholders, and critical feedback sessions to strengthen the initiative’s impact.  

Key Activities & Observations: 

1. School Visits:

• The team visited BFS centre at RBC followed by four additional brickfield schools, namely, HBM, India, GCo., and Arvind.
• The Director assessed teaching methodologies, teacher-student interactions, classroom management, and arrangements of Teaching-Learning Materials (TLMs).

 

2. Documentation Review:

• Scrutinised lesson plans, daily food registers (to ensure nutritional compliance by vendors), and administrative records.

 

3. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Interacted with children and parents to understand on-ground experiences and challenges.
• Met brickfield owners, managers, and the doctor responsible for Phase 1 health camps, acknowledging their role in supporting children’s welfare.

 

4. Feedback Session:

A dedicated meeting with all teachers of Haroa location was held at Arvind BFS was held, where the Director provided constructive feedback on teaching performance.  The teachers shared their challenges faced during the academic session. The Project Implementer shared plans for upcoming funder visits to showcase project outcomes.   Director’s Key Recommendations & Appreciation:

• Progress Recognition: Expressed satisfaction with the project’s overall growth and alignment with goals.
• Innovative TLMs: Praised the creativity and effectiveness of teaching aids used in classrooms.
• Teacher Motivation: Commended the teachers for their dedication and enthusiasm in challenging environments.
• Community Collaboration: Highlighted the positive role of brickfield owners in prioritising children’s well-being within their brick kilns

 

Quotes from the Visit:

“The Brickfield School Project is a testament to how collaboration between communities, educators, and organisations can transform lives. The passion of our teachers and the commitment of brickfield owners inspire us to push boundaries.” 

Sr. Biviyana Lepcha, Director of KMWSC

  “This visit reaffirmed the importance of grassroots monitoring. Every lesson plan reviewed and every conversation with parents adds value to our mission.” 

BFS Project Implementer

 

About the Monitoring Visit:

The visit underscores KMWSC’s hands-on approach to ensuring quality education in marginalised communities. By directly engaging with teachers, students, and brickfield operators, the organisation reinforces accountability, identifies areas for improvement, and celebrates collective achievements. The Brickfield School Project continues to bridge educational gaps for children in brickfield communities, fostering hope and opportunity.  

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