Education Extension for Senior Girls

After Grade 4, girls who live at St. Catherines are able to continue their education at nearby schools. Those who do not get admission into nearby local schools because they are over age, are able to continue their studies through the Pratham Open School or correspondence courses. They are supervised and supported during their studies.

Absence of such programs makes girls vulnerable to dropping out of school, early marriage, violence and labour exploitation.

The challenge

Girls from disadvantaged backgrounds face significant barriers to continuing their education. After completing grade 4 at St. Catherine of Siena, many girls struggle to gain admission to nearby mainstream schools due to age restrictions or other factors.

Without adequate support, these girls are at high risk of dropping out of school, early marriage, violence and labour exploitation. The absence of programs that support their continued education leaves them vulnerable and limits their future opportunities.

Our solution

St. Catherine of Siena provides education extension programs for senior girls through the Pratham Open School system and correspondence courses. Girls who cannot get admission to mainstream schools are able to continue their studies through these alternative pathways.

Students are supervised and supported during their studies by our team of social workers, counsellors and teachers. This ensures they stay on track and receive the guidance they need to complete their education.

The Open School system follows a structured curriculum that allows students to learn at their own pace while working towards recognized academic qualifications.

Impact

By providing education extension programs, we help girls stay in school and avoid the risks of early marriage, violence and exploitation. Education empowers these girls to build better futures for themselves and their families.

Our goal is to ensure that every girl who comes through St. Catherine of Siena has the opportunity to complete her education and become a confident, independent young woman.