Our Legacy

Founded on Ganesh Chaturthi, 17th September 1939, with the blessings of Lord Ganesha, Balak Vrinda Education Society (BVES) started as a humble Balwadi initiated by Mrs. Kamlabai Dongerkery and other dedicated ladies of the Saraswat Mahila Samaj, Gamdevi. Beginning with only 12 children, the institution has grown significantly over the decades, transitioning through various phases and locations. From its early days in the Anandashram Hall of the Kanara Saraswat Association, Talmakiwadi, BVES established its own building in 1969, where it continues to thrive.

Key milestones in our journey include the launch of the Marathi medium primary and secondary sections in 1944 and 1958 respectively, and the English medium primary and secondary sections in 1970 and 1985. Each phase of our development has been marked by a commitment to quality education and community service, driven by the vision of our founders and the collective effort of our dedicated members.

In 2016, we started the junior college with the commerce stream taking out educational journey to the next level

About Balak Vrinda Education Society

Balak Vrinda Education Society (BVES) is a distinguished educational institution located in South Mumbai, dedicated to nurturing young minds since 1939. From its inception as a Balwadi with just 12 children, BVES has expanded to offer comprehensive educational programs in both Marathi and English mediums, serving primary and secondary students.

Our institution was formally registered as a full-fledged education society on 30th December 1960, and since then, we have consistently aimed to provide quality education that balances academic excellence with cultural and ethical values. BVES is housed in its own premises since 1969, fostering a conducive environment for learning and growth.

Our founders, including Smt. Kamlabai Dongerkery and several other visionary leaders, laid the foundation for what has become a beacon of educational excellence. We continue to honour their legacy by maintaining high standards and fostering a nurturing, inclusive community for our students.

Our Objectives

To Provide quality education to children without distinction of caste, creed, community or economic status. We do; in particular; cater to the economically weaker sections of the society

To use state of the art technology and techniques for effective learning and teaching

To provide facilities for all round development in all co-curricular and extracurricular activities such as sports, fine arts like drawing, music, crafts, elocution, dance and so on

To help needy and deserving students by way of free-ships, scholarships etc

To instill among students a healthy competitive spirit and a sense of social responsibility through social activities

To provide all student access to vocational guidance and equip the with life skills - to empower them to face life successfully

To mould the students into good citizens with an awareness and an intense desire to contribute to the needs of our environment, society and nation in general