D. A. V. SANSKRITI SCHOOL
(an overview)

Mission: To connect children with the Universal Living Values of Sanatan Dharma, inspiring them to live as truly ‘humane’ human beings, guided by the authentic wisdom of the Vedas.

Vision:To create culturally rooted, value-driven individuals who thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually in a modern world.

Objectives:

  • To impart Vedic values to children aged 3-18 years through a holistic, joyful, interactive and meaningful learning experience.
  • To guide students to unfold their latent potential - academically, physically, morally, spiritually, and emotionally.
  • To build a strong linguistic and cultural bond with the Vedic (Hindu) heritage, even while growing up in the West.

Since 1994

Proudly serving the community since 1994, DAV Sanskriti School bridges Eastern wisdom and Western living, enriching young minds with the best of both worlds.

Rooted in Timeless Wisdom

Our Guiding Light:

तमसो मा ज्योतिर्गमय

Tamaso Mā Jyotirgamaya
"Lead me from the darkness of ignorance to the light of knowledge."
(Upanishad)

Core Values of Sanatan Dharma

धृति: क्षमा दमोऽस्‍तेयं शौचमिन्‍द्रियनिग्रह: । धीर्विद्या सत्‍यमक्रोधो दशकं धर्मलक्षणम्‌ ।।

Dhritih kshamā damo's‍teyam Shaucham-in‍driya-nigrahah. Dhīr-vidyā sat‍yam-akrodho dashakam dharma-lakshanam‌.
(Manusmriti)

Ten tenets of Dharma are taught as foundational principles to every child:
1. Dhriti – Patience; 2. Kshamā – Forgiveness & Compassion; 3. Dama – Self-control & Fortitude; 4. Asteya – Non-stealing, Integrity; 5. Saucha – Purity of body, mind & soul; 6. Indriya-nigraha – Discipline over senses; 7. Dhī – Wisdom in thought, word, and action; 8. Vidyā – True Knowledge; 9. Satya – Truthfulness; 10. Akrodha – Freedom from anger.

Life Skills

(Yog Darshan - Patanjali Yoga Philosophy)

Yama – Social Discipline, Restraints
1. Ahimsa – Non-violence ; 2. Satya – Truth ; 3. Asteya – No cheating or no stealing ; 4. Brahmacharya – Moderation, purity of intent & self-study ; 5. Aparigraha – non-hoarding & detachment.

Niyama – Personal Discipline, Observances
1. Saucha – Purity (internal and external); 2. Santosha – Contentment; 3. Tapah – Endurance and willpower; 4. Svādhyāya – Self-study & scriptural learning; 5. Ishvar Pranidhāna – Surrender to divine order

What Makes DAV Sanskriti School Unique

  • A value-based, joyful learning environment for every age group.
  • Vedic cultural teachings blended with modern education.
  • A space where children form deep friendships and connect with inspiring teachers & mentors.
  • Family bonding through shared cultural experiences and celebrations.
  • Mindful practice of meditation and mantra recitation, such as Gayatri and other Vedic chants, with Sanskrit shlokas explained to deepen understanding and guide noble behavior.
  • Children are prepared to become proud ambassadors of Sanatan Dharma, carrying their heritage with confidence and compassion.
  • Guiding every child toward a life of integrity, rooted in timeless truth and spiritual strength.

"Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah" – May all beings be happy.

At DAV Sanskriti School, we strive not only to educate minds - but to uplift souls.