About SSSJS & JFA MTTC
Shree Shwetambar Sthanakvasi Jain Sabha, established in 1928 in Kolkata, is a registered charitable organisation committed to societal upliftment through education, healthcare, and spiritual engagement. As the parent organisation, it operates educational institutions serving over 17,000 students, provides state-of-the-art healthcare facilities, and leads various community service programmes aimed at social welfare. With a strong legal foundation and structured organisational framework, the Sabha upholds its mission and vision, reinforcing its non-profit nature and dedication to fostering education and service for the betterment of society.
Vision & Mission of the Society
- Vision: To unite the community in serving the nation with unwavering dedication, benevolence, and energy while following the righteous path of Dharma.
- Mission: To provide philanthropic services that uplift humanity, ensure access to quality education, and promote spiritual well-being.
Sri Sardarmull Kankaria
President OF SHREE S S JAIN SABHA
Sri Pannalal Kochar
CHAIRMAN
Sri Lalit Kumar Kankaria
PRESIDENT
Sri Jaideep Patwa
SECRETARY
Notable Contributions
- Educational Initiatives: Expanded from a single student to over 17,000 students across 11 institutions, with a strong emphasis on providing free education to the underprivileged.
- Healthcare Services: Offering comprehensive healthcare at nominal rates, including free surgeries and healthcare camps, ensuring accessible medical care for all.
- Community Engagement: Leading service programs, women’s empowerment activities, and spiritual events that strengthen community bonds and promote holistic development.
- Montessori Training Centre: Establishing a Montessori Training Centre in Kolkata, East India, to equip educators with child-centred, developmentally appropriate teaching methods. This initiative aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) by fostering creativity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning from an early age. The centre aims to meet the growing demand for Montessori-trained educators in the region and bridge existing gaps in early childhood education and teacher training.
Our Educational Institutions
Institution
Established
Level/
Streams
Notable Features
Shree Jain Vidyalaya, Kolkata
1934
Up to Higher Secondary (Science & Commerce)
Over 2700 students, recognised by the W.B. Board of Secondary Education & W.B. Council of H.S. Education, 100% results for over 30 years
Shree Jain Vidyalaya for Boys, Howrah
1992
Up to Higher Secondary (Commerce & Science)
ISO 9001:2000 Certified, approx. 2200 students, awarded for academic excellence
Shree Jain Vidyalaya for Girls, Howrah
1992
Up to Higher Secondary (Commerce & Science)
Modern educational facilities, about 2200 students, providing substantial support for needy students through free studentship
Harakh Chand Kankaria Jain Vidyalaya
1998
Up to Class VIII
About 600 students, more than 20% receive free studentship
Our Higher Education Institutions
Institution
Affiliations
Programs
Recognitions
Tara Devi Harakhchand Kankaria Jain College
Calcutta University
Microbiology-B.Sc. (Hons.), Computer Science-B.Sc. (Hons.)
Kusum Devi Sunderlal Dugar Jain Dental College
West Bengal University of Health Sciences
Dental programs
Department of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of West Bengal
Kamala Devi Sohanraj Singhvi Jain College of Education
University of Calcutta & NCTE
Teachers’ Training & B.Ed. Course
Our Healthcare Facilities
Facility
Services
Notable Features
Shree Jain Hospital & Research Centre
General and specialised healthcare
220-bed facility, subsidised treatments, advanced Dialysis Unit, 23-bed ITU
KDSD Jain Dental College & Hospital
Dental healthcare
Popular for oral hygiene needs, located by the river Ganges
Social Initiatives
Initiative
Objective
Locations
Coverage
Manav Seva Prakalp
Ration distribution to underprivileged families
Various, including SJV Howrah Campus
Shree Jain Shilpa Shiksha Kendra - NIOS
Vocational training and education
Sabha premises
Classes held on Saturdays and Sundays
Classes held on Saturdays and Sundays
Free evening primary school for underprivileged kids
Howrah and Cossipore campuses
600 students across both campuses
JFA Montessori Teacher Training Centre
Establishing a Montessori Training Centre in Kolkata, East India, to equip educators with child-centred, developmentally appropriate teaching methods. This initiative aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) by fostering creativity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning from an early age. The centre aims to meet the growing demand for Montessori-trained educators in the region and bridge existing gaps in early childhood education and teacher training.
Association Montessori Internationale
The Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) was established in 1929 by Dr. Maria Montessori, a doctor by qualification, to continue her work and ensure that the Montessori approach remained relevant and available for future generations. Dr. Montessori believed in the power of education for social reform, and that education is an important means to bring about world peace. AMI continues Dr. Montessori’s vision and work, of further exploring the potential of education, championing the fundamental rights of the child akin to human rights and bringing Montessori education to communities globally.
AMI is renowned for enabling teachers to become masters of transformative teaching by implementing the Montessori approach with the highest level of fidelity. AMI Montessori Teacher Certification helps teachers nurture each child according to their individual needs while balancing the development of all children.
AMI-trained teachers help children follow their interests and passions to develop strong academic and life skills, leadership, self-discipline, responsibility and independence. AMI-trained teachers create learning environments that are self-led, self-paced, supporting active, collaborative and joyful learning – everything that is needed to create a lifelong learner.
AMI-aligned schools having AMI-trained teachers reassure parents that they stand committed to supporting their teachers in following Montessori best practices that help develop each child’s full potential.
AMI empowers not only teachers but entire communities through Montessori education. Founded by Dr. Montessori, AMI is the steward of the Montessori educational approach developed over a 100 years ago, continuing to build upon her work, by applying it in varied settings and not just supporting the child but adults and elders too.
AMI’s Scientific Pedagogy Group together with the broader AMI community promote and continue to study, research and reflect on Dr. Montessori’s work, ensuring it remains contemporary and aligned with current insights in child development and education. Thus, AMI ensures that the AMI teacher training and Montessori education consistently meet the highest standards of implementation across the globe.
The Mission
The mission of the Association Montessori Internationale is to support the natural development of the human being from birth to maturity, enabling children to become the transforming elements of society, leading to a harmonious and peaceful world.
AMI Montessori Training
The Association Montessori Internationale accredits training centres throughout the world. These centres offer AMI diploma courses that are internationally recognised for their high standard and authenticity. The courses offered by the Association Montessori Internationale prepare adults to work with children at the following levels: Assistants to Infancy (0-3), Primary (3-6), First Plane (0-6), and Elementary (6-12). “Work is also underway to document the current body of knowledge relating to Montessori education for the 12-18-year age group, and an orientation for teachers (in collaboration with NAMTA) is available. Each year thousands of teachers and classroom assistants are trained worldwide. The number of AMI teachers graduating is still less than the demand, which is due to the worldwide recognition of the quality of the AMI Diploma. All training centres are staffed by highly qualified AMI teacher trainers, and a pedagogical team of experienced advisors ensures that the objectives of Maria Montessori’s pedagogical principles are maintained. Students are examined by external examiners appointed by AMI to further ensure the high standards and integrity of the courses. Training centres may also run courses at more than one geographical site.
About Indian Montessori Foundation (IMF)
The Indian Montessori Foundation (IMF) is a pan-Indian voluntary organisation that works to promote Montessori principles of child development among teachers and parents. It was established in 2009 to create awareness about Montessori principles and provide a common forum for anyone interested in child development. The IMF is guided by a team of trustees who bring considerable experience in education and training across India.
Indian Montessori Foundation (IMF)
Being a voluntary organisation run by a team of enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers across India and abroad, IMF has brought together like-minded Montessori practitioners, educators, and experts who are in service of children through various platforms. The organisation supports parents, teachers, schools, AMI graduates, and others interested in Montessori education. IMF is the Indian affiliate of the Association Montessori Internationale, Netherlands.
IMF organises talks, workshops, webinars, and conferences, creating spaces for discussion and interaction. The aim of these events is to enrich the lives of young children by bringing the community together.
Montessori books are inspiring. They are mainly drawn from transcripts of Montessori’s lectures given in various courses. Her words put us in close touch with the child and his environment. IMF publishes books written by Maria Montessori to support the practice of Montessori education in India. Montessori environments require handmade materials. The teachers are usually hard-pressed for time. So IMF also produces a few useful educational materials which are widely used in Montessori schools. Small-sized furniture, in keeping with Montessori principles and suitable for children between birth and six years, is made to order.
Being a voluntary organisation run by a team of enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers across India and abroad, IMF has brought together like-minded Montessori practitioners, educators, and experts who are in service of children through various platforms. The organisation supports parents, teachers, schools, AMI graduates, and others interested in Montessori education. IMF is the Indian affiliate of the Association Montessori Internationale, Netherlands.
IMF organises talks, workshops, webinars, and conferences, creating spaces for discussion and interaction. The aim of these events is to enrich the lives of young children by bringing the community together.
Montessori books are inspiring. They are mainly drawn from transcripts of Montessori’s lectures given in various courses. Her words put us in close touch with the child and his environment. IMF publishes books written by Maria Montessori to support the practice of Montessori education in India. Montessori environments require handmade materials. The teachers are usually hard-pressed for time. So IMF also produces a few useful educational materials which are widely used in Montessori schools. Small-sized furniture, in keeping with Montessori principles and suitable for children between birth and six years, is made to order.
IMF publishes a newsletter called The Touch Board to reach out to all members of the Montessori community – AMI members, teachers, parents and alumni. The newsletter features articles, anecdotes, columns, features, news from the training centres and creates an ongoing dialogue in the community. Eight issues are published between July and March each school year.
The IMF Annual Journal, called Montessori Matters, carries serious articles on education by Montessori experts, practitioners, and educators, as well as transcripts of presentations given at IMF conferences.
Friends of IMF will have special access to the donors’ section. The Touch Board and Montessori Matters, along with articles on education and child development, are available to read online. Indian Montessori Foundation has instituted the Anandhi Ramachandran Endowment Fund (AREF) to support the education of Montessori teachers and Montessori Teacher Trainers. AREF is a special corpus donation that helps people who need financial assistance to train as Montessori teachers or trainers. You can connect with IMF on Facebook and Instagram. For more information, visit montessori-india.org.
