This project designed for school drop outs enrols them in a year-long bridge course at Ek Tara, at the end of which they are encouraged to re-admit themselves into schools. They have access to technology aided classes as it has been proven that lessons taught through audio-visual medium tend to be grasped better. Some of these girls are also placed under the national open schooling system. For those who do not have the bent of mind for regular academics, this bridge course is continued until they are old enough to be put into the Vocational Training Unit. Over the years, the number of students in this group has decreased owing to successful transfers into regular schools or vocational training.

Dancing encourages children to experiment and find different paths to solving problems, it helps a child develop a better understanding of themselves, both physically and mentally, as well as understanding others and the world around them. It encourages children to use their own imagination and ideas to organically grow and create. Traditional and Contemporary dance forms are taught to selected girls who can pursue this as a career path in the future.

Creating art aexpands a child’s ability to interact with the world around them, and provides a new set of skills for self-expression and communication. Not only does art help to develop the right side of the brain, it also cultivates important skills that benefit a child’s development. But art goes far beyond the tangible statistics measured by studies — it can become a pivotal mode of uninhibited self-expression and amazement for a child. Our art and craft classes help in developing positive attitudes, broader perspectives and higher self-esteem. Children also get an opportunity to display their art work at various exhibitions every year.

Performing arts such as theatre/drama/acting teach children how to think creatively through imagination. Creative thinking skills are critical in the world of business leaders, where the ability to create solutions to problems is a necessary and valued asset.Drama helps children develop an appreciation for the culture and arts. Learning theater provides a welcome creative, productive outlet for the children. Our children have taken part in “Nukaard Nataks” (street plays) and as well as put up musicals such at “Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves” and the “Jungle Book”.

Books & Board games are a luxury in the community and libraries are scarce.
We provide a in-house library service to deepen the children’s passion in reading. Children have access to books & Games (like carom, checkers, chess, etc.) that develop the thinking abilities and life skills. Children from the Primary Section and School Support Group have library classes as a part of their routine.