Learn about One! through Pictures

One! Internatinal operates two schools in Mumbai, India. The original school is in the Khar area of Mumbai. This picture is the 2nd school at Nallasopara when it celebrated India Day.

One! International attempts to help the children and families meet their ongoing medical needs.

Nurses from Canada conduct assessments and provide routine care as possible.

There is an Emergency and Major Medical fund which can be accessed for helping with major illness, surgery, etcetera.

A noon meal is provided to the children at the schools. Additional items such as bananas and eggs are provided during the week.

Children need to be active physically as well as mentally. One! International tries to provide as many opportunities as possible for physical activities and learning about different sports.

There are generally two Sport Days and two Swimming Events each year.

Like most children, the One! International children love the arts. Dance is a huge pastime in India, and the children start to dance at a very young age.

The children enjoy their arts and crafts time which is set aside for them each week as part of the school curriculum.

A small loan program helps families to meet unexpected expenses, obtain a better job, help with medical needs.

The small loan program can help a family obtain more permanent housing as well as electricity and water access.

Manda was one of the very first students. Both her and her daughter now come to the school.

Malesh has developed a strong work ethic, perseverance, and family caring. He is a wondeful adult who has recently married.

Caring for the infants of our families allows the older children to attend school.

Early attendance prepares the children for learning.

The children are taught the benefits of cleanliness. There is a sink just the right size.

As possible, optometric and dental services are provided.

Beyond the basics of the school curriculum, skill training such as computers, woodworking, sewing, and cooking are provided as time and staff are available.

Jeetu was one of the first two graduates from One! International who passed the government grade 10 exams. He is now studying at college.

Several students study for the grade 10 exams. The two students who have passed all their grade 10 exams are great mentors for the other students.

Rohit is blind. He receives help with the alphabet and other training as possible.

Although Rohit is blind he enjoys taking part in all the activities.

Education is provided in Steps 1 through 9 in all basic subjects.

A love of learning through books is encouraged.

Children and families receive counselling services as required.

There are many special days in the Indian calendar. The schools celebrate India Day each year.

The festival of Holi is a popular celebration each year. It is known as the Festival of Colour.