Columbia Foundation School

If you find yourself down in the Chowk area of Lucknow, that’s where you’ll see Columbia Foundation School. It’s right in the middle of all the bustle that Lucknow is known for. Being in the 226003 zip code means there is always traffic and people walking by. The school itself is a busy spot. We have a routine that we stick to, starting early before the sun gets too hot. Most of us who work here have been around for a long time. We know the corners of the building and which windows stick when you try to open them. It’s not a corporate office; it’s a school, so there’s a bit of mess sometimes with chalk and books everywhere. We don’t spend money on fancy brochures. Instead, we just focus on the day-to-day stuff like making sure the classrooms are ready and the schedules are followed. The neighborhood is lively, and we feel like we’re right in the heart of it. Sometimes the noise from the street comes inside, but we’ve all gotten used to it. It’s just the sound of the city. We have a small yard where things happen during the day, and it gets a lot of use. Working at Columbia Foundation School means being part of the local community here in Chowk. We see the same shopkeepers and neighbors every day when we arrive. It’s just a normal, hardworking place.