Udayachal Pre-Primary And Primary School

Being located right by Godrej and Boyce in Vikhroli East means we are part of a very specific neighborhood. The school has been part of this industrial area for a long time. You can see the factory buildings from our windows, and the whole place feels like a little town of its own. We mostly deal with the younger kids here, the pre-primary and primary ages. That means there is always a lot of running around and high-pitched voices in the hallways. The classrooms are bright but simple. We have those small chairs and tables that are perfect for little kids but a bit of a squeeze for us adults. The walk from the main gate can be long, but it’s lined with trees so it stays shady. We don't have a lot of modern gadgets everywhere; it’s more about the books and the chalkboards. The staff room is a bit cramped with everyone’s lunch boxes and bags, but we make do. During the monsoon, the water can pool up near the entrance, so we have to put out mats. We spend our days making sure the kids stay safe and don't wander off. It’s a lot of work keeping track of everyone, but it’s what we do. Once the final bell rings and the parents pick them up, the building feels strangely empty. Vikhroli East gets busy in the evenings with people heading home, and we just close up and do it all again. It's a steady life.