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Divya Shanthi School
About Us
Who We Are
Divya Shanthi High School is committed to nurturing academic excellence, values-based education, and holistic development. Guided by our motto, “Onward in Faith,” we empower students to become compassionate leaders and responsible citizens. With dedicated educators and a focus on inclusion, harmony, and justice, we prepare young minds to achieve their dreams and contribute meaningfully to society.
Divya Shanthi is a community motivated by the love of the Lord Jesus Christ and called to express it in serving those in need.
Principal’s Vision and Message
Welcome to Divya Shanthi High School!
At Divya Shanthi High School, our vision is rooted in creating communities where justice, freedom, economic inclusion, human dignity, religious harmony, and sustainable environments thrive. Inspired by our motto, “Onward in Faith,” we are committed to empowering students to be active contributors to nation-building and global well-being.
I firmly believe that education is not just about academic achievement but about shaping responsible citizens who will champion these values in their lives. Our goal is to prepare students to face life’s challenges with confidence, purpose, and a commitment to making a positive impact in the world.
Through a harmonious blend of academics, extracurricular activities, and value-based education, we aim to foster critical thinkers, compassionate leaders, and individuals dedicated to the principles of justice, inclusion, and harmony.
Our dedicated team of educators strives to unlock the potential in every child, encouraging them to explore their unique talents and aspirations. We also recognize the vital role of parents and the wider community in shaping a holistic learning experience, believing that collaboration is key to nurturing well-rounded individuals.
Together, let us uphold the vision of Divya Shanthi as we build a school where students are inspired to grow in faith, knowledge, and a shared commitment to a flourishing and sustainable future.
Warm regards,
Alwin Paul B
Principal
Divya Shanthi High School
Our support partners are both local and international. Our main support groups are Divya Shanthi Mission Support Organisation (DSMSO), Oxford, UK and Barnabas Aid International, UK.
Our History & Overview
Divya Shanthi Christian Association and Trust
It began with ‘The Sunshine Hour Saturday Club’ for poor children in the deprived area of Lingarajapuram, North Bangalore, India in May 1967. Colleen Samuel (Philipsz) began the work soon after she came to know Christ as her Lord and Saviour. The work picked up when Colleen and Vinay Samuel returned from Cambridge UK in 1975. Vinay developed the outreach congregation of St. John’s Church of which he was presbyter in charge in Lingarajapuram. It later became Divya Shanthi Church. The work in the community with families particularly women and children was developed under Colleen with a team of volunteers and by 1982 it became the Divya Shanthi Christian Association and Trust. In 1978 a primary school for children. In 1979 a tailoring unit was started. Volunteers operated a counseling unit for employment, marital problems and a variety of family needs. In 1980 a health service also began with volunteers. Till 1982 the work developed with local support.
In 1982, the first home for girls at high risk was started with the support of Redt Een Kind, Holland. The community work programme of adult literacy, community health education and care, pre-school children, non formal training for youth and micro enterprise development began in 1984 with the help of Tear Fund Holland.
The work has grown to cover six areas in the radius of 25 Kms from Lingarajapuram which became part of City Corporation in 2004. A children’s home was started in Hyderabad in 1987 and Tsunami Rehabilitation work in Tamil Nadu in 2005 The number of very low income families we work with is over 5000. Divya Shanthi has a full time staff strength of over 150. Pioneering volunteers like Prema and John Santosh, Thelma Dawson and Lily Philips continue to be part of the governance team which include business person and community leaders.
