About US
Established in 1982, Santhosha Vidhyalaya is a residential co-educational school recognized by the Government of Tamil Nadu as a State Board institution for Secondary Education. Nestled within the serene Dohnavur Fellowship campus in Tirunelveli, the school has been a beacon of quality education for more than four decades, fostering a nurturing and home-like atmosphere where children thrive academically, physically, socially and holistically.
Currently, we are proud to serve around 600+ students from twenty four different states of our country, the majority of whom are children of Christian workers, providing them with a strong foundation rooted in values and excellence. At the same time, the school warmly welcomes children from all backgrounds, without discrimination based on caste, creed, or religion. Our mission is to provide quality education to every child in need.
At Santhosha Vidhyalaya, we are committed to holistic growth and preparing our students to make a positive impact in the world.
Vision
Our vision is to provide children with Christian nurture and quality education in a home-like residential env ironment
Mission
Our mission is to strive to provide children with a loving and homely environment for achieving excellence, nurturing godliness and moulding character, enabling them to realise their personal best as responsible individuals.
30 Years Of Quality Service
Vision
Our vision is to provide children with Christian nurture and quality education in a home-like residential env ironment
Mission
Our mission is to strive to provide children with a loving and homely environment for achieving excellence, nurturing godliness and moulding character, enabling them to realise their personal best as responsible individuals.
Our Motto
"Saved to Serve" is more than just our motto; it is the core principle that shapes our perspective and directs our actions.
Guiding Principles
Excellence
Nurture a drive for excellence in all aspects of learning and teaching
Respect
Maintain a healthy relationship through mutual respect for each other
Stewardship
Manage God-given resources (human, infrastructure, financial, environmental, others) effectively and sustainably
Dependence on God
Look to God to meet the needs of the school
Quality care
Enable children to reach their full potential in a safe, protected, Loving, homely and eco-friendly environment.
Nurture and education
Ensure holistic development with emphasis on Christian teachings, that include all aspects of physical, emotional, spiritual and social well-being
Mission Oriented
Give preference to children of Indian Christian workers in admissions and provide affordable quality education
History & Milestones for Santhosha Vidhyalaya
Santhosha Vidhyalaya’s story begins in 1901 with the founding of the Dohnavur Fellowship, led by Amy Carmichael. This fellowship provided a haven for girls rescued from physical and moral danger. In 1918, it extended its mission to include boys, welcoming Aruldasan, the first orphaned boy, into its fold.
SchoolFinder
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