Our programs

Pratham believes that strong foundations for learning and development must be established during the early and formative years of a child’s life, as emphasised in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Through play-based pedagogy, low-cost materials, and active involvement of families and communities, Pratham’s Early Years program fosters growth and development of children, laying the base for lifelong learning.

Pratham has programs to help elementary-grade students “catch up" using the Teaching at the Right Level (TaRL) methodology in schools and communities. Pratham’s flagship intervention is the Hamara Gaon program. Through this initiative, Pratham works in more than 5,000 communities across 18 states of India to raise and sustain basic learning levels of children.

Pratham’s Second Chance program, which began in 2011, helps girls and women who have dropped out of school complete Grade 10, opening doors to lifelong learning and earning opportunities. In addition to academic support, the program builds digital and life skills, boosting confidence and resilience.

Launched in 2005, Pratham’s Youth and Skilling program equips young people (18–35 years) from disadvantaged backgrounds with employable skills and provides them access to jobs, entrepreneurship, and further education. The program delivers structured courses and livelihood opportunities in five domains: Care Economy, STEM-aligned trades, Green Skills, IT-enabled services, and Travel & Tourism.

Pratham leverages innovative technology and digital content to enhance learning beyond basics and foster a community-wide learning environment for children. The program focuses on creating tech-enabled solutions to prepare children and youth for school, work, and life. Digital technology is an integral component of Pratham’s initiatives and is seamlessly integrated into all its programs.