Inside the Maharashtra School That Was Designed To Look & Feel Like a Village

Jun 18, 2026, 11:00 AM

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What if school felt like a village?

At Belgaon Dhaga School in Maharashtra, learning unfolds across courtyards, pathways, and shared spaces, not just classrooms.

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Borrowing from tradition

The school takes inspiration from Indian villages, where daily life, community and learning naturally come together.

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Beyond the classroom door

Here, education is not restricted to a room. Every part of the campus plays a role in a child’s day.

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Designed for togetherness

Open gathering spaces encourage children to meet, talk, play, and spend time with one another throughout the day.

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Rooms full of sunlight

Large openings invite daylight indoors, making the campus feel bright, airy, and connected to the outdoors.

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Built to breathe

The design works with the climate, bringing in fresh breezes and reducing the need for artificial cooling.

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A courtyard at the centre

Much like village life, many moments come alive in shared courtyards where children gather, observe, and play.

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The journey matters too

Even the walk from one classroom to another becomes part of the experience, filled with sights, sounds and interaction.

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Spaces where questions begin

A passing conversation, a changing shadow or a moment outdoors can leave a lasting impression.

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Always close to nature

Trees, sunlight and open skies remain a constant presence, ruling the atmosphere of everyday school life.

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Learning happens everywhere

Because some of the most important lessons are picked up along the way, usually when children least expect them.

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