Ascent Public School

At Plot No 26 in Vanasthalipuram, you will find Ascent Public School. It is a straightforward place for kids to come and get their education. The building is easy to spot once you get onto the right street. We have a row of classrooms that open out into a central corridor. Every morning starts with the sound of children reciting their lessons or singing. It's a sound the neighbors have gotten used to over the years. The walls are painted a light color, and we hang up the students' art projects whenever there's space. We don't have fancy air conditioning, just ceiling fans that hum all day long. The teachers carry their bags and books from room to room, often stopping to chat with parents near the entrance. It's a very community-focused school where everyone knows each other's business. If a kid is missing, someone usually knows why. We have a simple playground area with a few swings that the younger ones fight over during recess. The furniture is basic but sturdy enough to handle hundreds of kids every year. It’s not a place of luxury, but it is a place of work and learning. We just try to provide a decent environment for the local children to spend their day while their parents are busy working in the city.