Congress School

The Congress School is located on the outskirts of Darjeeling and in late 2005 they seeked assistance for the rebuilding of their classrooms, The classrooms were constructed of tin and leaked during the monsoon season. £8,000 was donated by the Juniper Trust which enabled the complete rebuilding of the School. In Spring 2006, York College visited the school whilst on a trek to the Singalila Ridge with KE adventure travel. The pupils assisted with whitewashing the walls and joined in some celebrations to recognise the completion of the School.

The Congress School before work commenced



Congress School completed in 2006

With the leftover funds, they havenow built an additional hall with a stage - which serves as a recreation room with small attached library and a mini theatre for the students to perform on stage. The school still require additional funds to complete the flooring of this hall and libary and rooms both need furniture. Future visiting school groups could bring some story books and indoor games for the students. Since completion, the school has attracted more students as conditions have improved considerably. Before completion, two classes were being taught in one class room, now they have their own class rooms which helps concentation and makes it easier for the teacher!

King Edwards School Visit in Easter 2007

Students from King Edwards School in Birmingham England just returned from a KE School Trip to the Singalila Ridge in India. During their adventure, the group visited Congress School.