“Let us buy at least one product of khadi fabric and help light a lamp of Diwali in the homes of the poor.”
- Narendra Modi
Shishuvan is proud to use Khadi as the fabric of choice for its regular school uniform. Our uniform making supports livelihood of women associated with ‘Udyog Bharati’ in Gondal.
In addition to the regular uniform, there is sports uniform from Std. I onwards and House uniform from Std. VI onwards. The selection of ISC uniform has been based on inputs and feedback received from the students.
The school uniform (dress & shoes) consists of a Khadi uniform, Shishuvan winter jacket, Shishuvan cap, black floaters/shoes, black socks, house uniform and a sports uniform.
KHADI CURRICULUM
At Shishuvan, we have integrated a Khadi curriculum to enable students to understand and appreciate the production of Khadi, which is the chosen fabric for their uniform. This curriculum aims to foster respect for skilled labour, cultivate a meditative focus and attention among our students, aligning with Gandhiji's vision of 'Nai Taleem' (New Education).
Spinning :
Level 1: Every student has to spin 1000 metres of good quality thread on the takli, before getting to level 2, the charkha.
Level 2: At the second level, the student spins 1000 metres of thread on the charkha.
Unisex
Both boys and girls wear the pant and kurta, establishing their status as a STUDENT rather than emphasising their gender. This uniform choice ensures the girls have the same sense of freedom as the boys in their ability to sit, exercise, run and climb.
Design
The design of the uniform provides maximum coverage to the body, shielding the body from harsh sunlight, mosquitoes, which is ideal for their rural field visits where children may walk through grass. Over time, it develops a sense of comfort in embracing Indian aesthetics.
Durability
To provide ease of maintenance to parents, 30% polyester was accepted as the minimal requirement to ensure colour retention and ease to wash and iron. Additionally, parents are advised on the recommended detergents and proper process of washing and drying the uniform.
Climate Appropriate
The uniform is 70% cotton, thus making it sweat absorbent and making it comfortable and easy for the skin to breathe.
Teamwork
The uniform celebrates the coming together of Shishuvan, Udyog Bharati, TexLab - Ahmedabad and the Textiles department of Nirmala Niketan College, Mumbai, all driven by a strong determination and working on each one’s strengths and core competencies.
Quality focus
Udyog Bharati was chosen for its commitment to quality as one of India's leading Khadi exporters.
Supporting women's livelihood
The uniform is manufactured “Udyog Bharati”, a women's cooperative based in Gondal. The school maintains a unique relationship with the women who spin and weave the uniform cloth. Every year, Std. V students visit Gondal to meet these women, visit their homes and develop a social consciousness of how their uniform supports the livelihood of these economically disadvantaged households.
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