Sarita watched her daughter Anika gently comfort a frightened classmate who had missed the school bus. “It’s okay, I’ll walk you home,” Anika said quietly. At that moment, Sarita realized that this simple act of kindness didn’t just come from home—it also came from the values being nurtured at school.

In India, the importance of values in education runs deep—from the ancient Gurukul system to today’s digital-age classrooms. Now, more than ever, schools and parents are coming together to focus on what truly shapes a child: compassion, integrity, and empathy.

As young education advocate Rishit Mathur (Class 8) wisely said,

“Students should be taught about core values that are fundamental to create a stronger and fairer society.”

Rooted in Tradition, Relevant Today

India’s National Education Policy 2020 (NEP) places strong emphasis on value-based education. It aims to shape students who are “firmly grounded in Indian values yet possess a global outlook.” That means values like honesty, empathy, and responsibility are being taught alongside science and math.

Morning assemblies, moral stories, service projects, and reflections on leaders like Mahatma Gandhi bring these values to life. It’s not just about tradition—research shows that schools focusing on values have better learning environments and prepare students for real-world challenges.

Swami Vivekananda once said:

“The main aim of education should be to develop character, mental strength, and a spirit of philanthropy.”

At Wizkids Gurukul, we believe that a student who understands both equations and empathy is ready for life, not just exams.

Learning Values, Every Day

So how do schools teach values in daily life?

• In lessons: History teachers talk about tolerance, while language teachers use moral stories and discussions.

• In projects: Activities like planting gardens or organizing charity drives teach care and responsibility.

• In celebration: Some schools hold “Human Values Day,” where students share real-life acts of kindness.

These experiences show children that values aren’t just taught—they’re lived.

The Role of Parents and Community

At home, parents notice values in action: a child patiently helping a sibling, returning extra change, or standing up for a friend. Communities hold parent-teacher meetings to focus on emotional learning, showing that value education is as important as academic subjects.

As one student said:

“Education without values is a complete waste.”

When schools and parents work together to model respect, honesty, and kindness, children carry those lessons into the world.

From Here On: A Shared Journey

Instilling values isn’t just the school’s job—it’s something we all do together.

Parents: What example are you setting at home?
Teachers: Do your classrooms welcome questions, mistakes, and kindness?

When children learn both knowledge and character, we prepare them not just for careers, but for life.

What small value-based habit can you practice or encourage today?

👉 Share your ideas in the comments, and explore Wizkids Gurukul philosophy that celebrate kindness, courage, and creativity. Let’s build not just bright minds—but beautiful hearts.