Simple Education Foundation

15/08/2026

Our children deserve a country built on the aspirations of freedom.

An education that empowers them to make choices.

A teacher who leads them toward a future filled with potential.

This Independance day, we give a nod to the role teachers play in nation building! And do everything we can to support India’s government schools and teachers.

Happy Independance Day!

12/08/2026

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10/08/2026

🎧 What are you listening to these days?

We’re here with three podcast recommendations today: from deep-dive conversations on The Seen and the Unseen, to rethinking how we approach everyday ideas with ReThinking, to free-flowing conversations on The BarberShop with Shantanu.

Bonus recommendation: The Desi Crime Podcast 👀

What’s your podcast recommendation? Drop the link in the comments! 🎙️👇

03/08/2026

AI is changing the way many of us teach not by replacing teachers, but by making everyday tasks a little easier.

From brainstorming engaging lesson plans, to creating scaffolded worksheets for diverse learning levels, to breaking down unfamiliar concepts into simple, understandable ideas. AI can become a thoughtful teaching companion.

Keeping these everyday classroom needs in mind, we built Simple Teacher Buddy; SEF's WhatsApp chatbot designed to support teachers where they already are: on WhatsApp.

Whether you're planning your next lesson, looking for differentiated learning resources, or trying to better understand a new concept, Simple Teacher Buddy is just a message away.

Because when teachers have the right support, they can focus on what matters most; helping every child learn.

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29/07/2026

Schools have always been about more than just learning and that’s how they should be!

What is an unexpected thing, you learnt in school?

Tell us in the comments!

27/07/2026

What if the books we read could change not just how we teach, but how we understand learning, people, and the world around us?

Here are five book recommendations from Mainak Roy for educators, students, and anyone curious about learning.

From exploring the purpose of education to reflecting on freedom, history, economics, and the beauty of noticing the everyday, these five books offer perspectives that continue to shape how we think, learn, and lead.

📚 Pedagogy of the Oppressed — Paulo Freire
📚 Freedom from the Known — J. Krishnamurti
📚 Small Is Beautiful — E.F. Schumacher
📚 The Beautiful Tree — Dharampal
📚 A Book of Simple Living — Ruskin Bond

At SEF, we believe meaningful change in education begins with curiosity, reflection, and a commitment to keep learning.

Which book would you add to this list?

21/07/2026

Learning doesn't happen in a vacuum; it begins with a child's reality.

A lesson becomes meaningful when children can connect it to the world they know. The examples we use, the questions we ask, and the experiences we build into classrooms all shape how children understand and engage with learning.

That's why contextualisation is at the heart of our approach. Whether it's a classroom in rural Uttarakhand or Delhi, we don't believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. We work alongside educators to design learning experiences that are rooted in children's lived realities, making classrooms more relevant, inclusive, and responsive.

Because when learning reflects a child's world, they're better able to make sense of it and imagine what's possible beyond it.

How do you make learning meaningful for the children you work with? Share one way you contextualise learning in your classroom.

13/07/2026

Professional development doesn't end with a workshop—it grows through consistent support, reflection, and feedback.

One of the most effective ways to strengthen teaching practice is through instructional coaching. When teachers receive personalised, classroom-based feedback, they're better equipped to respond to students' needs, refine their practice, and create richer learning experiences.

At Simple Education Foundation, we partner with SCERTs in Delhi, Punjab, and Uttarakhand to support government teacher coaches. Together, we explore practical teaching strategies, reflect on classroom experiences, and strengthen coaching practices so they can better support teachers in creating engaging learning experiences for every child.

Because meaningful change happens not just through training, but through sustained support where it matters most—the classroom.

10/07/2026

Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. And that journey begins with a teacher.

When teachers are equipped with the right skills, supported with care, and empowered to build meaningful relationships with their students, classrooms become spaces where learning is joyful, curiosity is nurtured, and every child has the opportunity to reach their potential.

At Simple Education Foundation, we believe that strengthening teachers is one of the most powerful ways to strengthen education and, in turn, shape a brighter future for India.

🎙️ This clip is an excerpt from a podcast by iDreams Education. Watch the full conversation here: Link in Bio.

06/07/2026