We believe that every child has a right to develop to her/his full potential.

We believe that quality care and the education of poor children must receive special attention, and that parents and teachers are central to this process.

We believe that the education of young children must engage their imagination, broaden their minds, and equip them with functional and life skills which go beyond the narrow confines of mere academic achievement.

We believe that every teacher is capable of creating a relevant learning environment for children, if she / he is helped to acquire the necessary knowledge, attitudes and skills.

We believe that this learning environment can be created only if the existing educational system is made more accountable and transparent.

We believe that in a developing country like ours, the enormous institutional and attitudinal barriers posed by class, caste and gender can be overcome, if concerned individuals and organisations work in partnership to serve the educational needs of poor children.