| Project Name | CHIP Balwadi Project |
| Amount Utilized (INR) | 363764 |
| Project Description | Over the last few years CHIP has been addressing the issues related to early child-care and is committed to building a new culture for quality Early Childhood education. In 2008 CHIP initiated its first pre-primary education program in a BMC schools. Currently we have 23 centres (7 from Vernacular medium school and 16 from English medium school) reaching out to about 730 children. These Balwadi centres are pre-school centres being run by trained local woman for children in the 3 to 6 year age group in BMC schools.
The Balwadi centres aim to provide a mechanism through which communities can secure the holistic development of their young children without compromising on the quality of service provided. Through its Balwadi program, CHIP Mumbai aims to assist the physical, emotional and cognitive development of children and give them greater opportunity for making a brighter future for themselves.
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| Locations | Mumbai suburban > Maharashtra (MH) |
| Causes | Education > Early childhood learning |
| Beneficiary Group | Children,Women |
| Beneficiary Description | CHIP Mumbai operates 23 balwadis in BMC schools across K-West, R-South, and T-Ward in Mumbai. These balwadis serve a total of 1085 students. Regular quarterly parents' meetings are held to discuss various topics related to the students' development and well-being. Dedicated teachers are responsible for managing and running these balwadis, ensuring the quality education and care of the students. |
| Impact | Sports Day
Celebrated in all 23 balwadis.
Annual Day
Celebrated in all schools from March 15th to the 25th.
Each school had a unique way of celebrating.
The purpose of Annual Day was to promote personal development among children and showcase their talents.
It served as a platform to recognize and appreciate students.
Preparation and Support
Teachers started practicing with enthusiasm, and students and parents were actively involved.
In most schools, the Headmasters (HM) were supportive and collaborated with teachers, parents, and students.
Teachers, along with parents, prepared the annual day programs.
Teacher Training
Training sessions on cognitive development were conducted by Dr. Rachel Vales Pires, a developmental counselor.
Another training session on child development was conducted by trainers from the Podar Institute of Teacher Training, with Puja Mistry as the trainer.
Both sessions aimed to enhance the skills and knowledge of the participating teachers.
Healthy Snacks Distribution
Healthy snacks were distributed to all beneficiaries of CHIP Mumbai Balwadi/MPS Pre-Primary Schools, totalling 1085 beneficiaries.
Snacks included homemade banana chips, healthy bhel, multi-grain items, and chikki.
Each of the 23 balwadis received snacks six times, and the students were delighted to receive the |
Activities Conducted
| No | Activity / Item / Beneficiaries | Quantity / Number, if applicable |
| 1 |
Nutrition support to 1085 students |
Rs. 10 x 1085 students for 3 days in a week X two month = 260400 |
| 2 |
Sports day for all 23 balwadis - sport material, snacks |
Rs. 2000 x 23 balwadi = 46000 |
| 3 |
Annual day -for all 23 balwadis- material and snacks |
Rs. 2000 x 23 balwadi = 46000 |
| 4 |
Teachers training - Food training material |
Rs. 15000 |
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