Bal Vikas

Sathya Sai Education in Human Values

Sri Sathya Sai Baba established Bal Vikas with the conviction that true education must awaken the goodness already residing within a student. Bal Vikas, meaning “blossoming of the child”, uses guided reflection to help students realize their spiritual potential. Our ultimate goal is to nurture a generation capable of leading society and to continue honouring Swami's original vision by helping students navigate life with an open heart.

The Triple Partnership

Bal Vikas thrives on the unity of three interdependent pillars. When all three align, transformation is inevitable.

ChildFuture leader of the Sai Organisation

GuruVolunteer role models reflecting Swami’s principles

Parent“The parents are the first and most important Gurus. What the child sees at home, the child becomes.” Swami

Child

The centre of the programme and the future leader of the Sai Organisation, nurtured to embody human values in every sphere of life.

Guru

Dedicated volunteers who serve as living role models, reflecting the principles laid by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba in their own conduct.

Parent

Responsible for the upbringing of the child and for practising the five human values at home, making them real through daily example.

End Result: Transformation

The Curriculum

The programme is structured into five developmental groups, each building on the last to deepen the child's understanding and practice of human values.

Pre-Bal Vikas

Kindergarten (Ages 4–5)

Focus on foundational values through simple prayers, nursery rhymes, and storytelling that introduce the five human values in an age-appropriate way.

Group 1

Grades 1, 2, 3 (Ages 6–8)

Focus on character building through stories of saints and devotees, group singing, silent sitting, and creative activities that reinforce values of truth and right conduct.

Group 2

Grades 4, 5, 6 (Ages 9–11)

Focus on deepening understanding of human values through comparative religion, Swami's teachings, service projects, and guided discussions on ethical living.

Group 3

Grades 7, 8, 9 (Ages 12–14)

Focus on self-inquiry and leadership through study circles, community seva, discourse study, and developing a personal practice of values in daily life.

Group 4

Grades 10, 11, 12 (Ages 15–18)

Focus on mentorship, service leadership, and preparing students to become future pillars of the Sai Organisation by embodying Swami's mission in the world.

Register for Bal Vikas

Ready to enrol your child? Complete our registration form and a Bal Vikas Guru will be in touch to welcome your family.

Bal Vikas Inquiries: middlefield.edu@gmail.com