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The Early Childhood Development in India owes its success to the Anganwadi Centres. Introduced under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) in 1975, these centres provide quality food, improved healthcare, and development education for pre-schoolers. For school principals and teachers, the primary responsibility in the learners' lives is creating a well-planned educational centre.
Why Anganwadi Centres Matter
Sources : NFHS-5 (2019–21): National Family Health Survey.
Early Learning: AWCs teach basics like numbers, colours, and social skills.
Example: In Odisha, children who attended AWCs performed 20% better in primary school language tests.Nutrition Support: They provide meals and fight malnutrition. A 2022 study in Maharashtra discovered a 15% decrease in stunting among regular AWC attendees. Parent Education: Parents, particularly mothers, are taught about health and hygiene, thus improving the family environment.
Challenges Holding AWCs Back
Despite being important, some AWCs experience hardships:
Poor Infrastructure: 40% lack clean drinking water (NITI Aayog, 2021).Overworked Staff: Four or more workers are sometimes given a class with over 50 kids.Limited Learning Tools: Many don’t have toys, books, or teaching aids.
Real-Life Example: In Rajasthan’s Barmer district, a teacher said, “Our Anganwadi has no roof. When it rains, classes stop.”
4 Ways Schools Can Strengthen Anganwadi Centres
Share ResourcesSchools could donate books, toys, or art supplies that are not being used. Example: A Punjab primary school, which was no longer using its old flashcards, donated these to a local AWC, and, as a result, the toddlers became more involved in the learning process. Train Anganwadi Workers: Instead of just teaching, the teachers organise storytelling and activity-based learning workshops.
The program “Shikshana Sahayka” in Karnataka ameliorated the teaching methods of AWC by connecting them with educators. Collaborate for Smooth Transitions,” In the AWCs, track the students graduating to pinpoint the knowledge or learning gaps. In Tamil Nadu, the primary schools are using AWC data to adapt Grade 1 lessons, which in turn are reducing the dropout rates. The Principals can meddle with local government and improve the condition of AWCs if necessary. With the petition by a school principal, ten AWCs in Gujarat built new roofs and toilets.
| Country | Program | Key Feature | India’s Lesson |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Bolsa Família | Conditional cash transfers for health/education | Link AWC benefits to parental participation. |
| Bangladesh | ECD Centers | Community-led preschools in rural areas | Scale Kerala’s "Thalir" model nationally. |
Here’s a visualization of the Nutrition & Health Impact data:
1️⃣ Bar Chart (Left): Shows the decline in stunting and wasting percentages over time (NFHS-4 vs NFHS-5).
2️⃣ Pie Chart (Right): Illustrates the percentage distribution of supplementary nutrition and immunization efforts in 2023.
Source: NITI Aayog Reports: "SDG India Index" (2023)
As of 2023, there are approximately 1.4 million Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) operating across India under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme. These centers provide essential services related to child nutrition, health, and early childhood education.
For the financial year 2023-24, the Government of India allocated ₹20,554 crore to the Saksham Anganwadi & Poshan 2.0 scheme, which includes the ICDS program. This funding covers the operation of Anganwadi Centres, nutrition programs, and related child development initiatives.
The NFHS-6 (2023) data provides updated insights into maternal and child health indicators in India, including:
The Early Childhood Development in India owes its success to the Anganwadi Centres. Introduced under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) in 1975, these centres provide quality food, improved healthcare, and development education for pre-schoolers. For school principals and teachers, the primary responsibility in the learners' lives is creating a well-planned educational centre.
Why Anganwadi Centres Matter
Sources : NFHS-5 (2019–21): National Family Health Survey.
Early Learning: AWCs teach basics like numbers, colours, and social skills.
Example: In Odisha, children who attended AWCs performed 20% better in primary school language tests.Nutrition Support: They provide meals and fight malnutrition. A 2022 study in Maharashtra discovered a 15% decrease in stunting among regular AWC attendees. Parent Education: Parents, particularly mothers, are taught about health and hygiene, thus improving the family environment.
Challenges Holding AWCs Back
Despite being important, some AWCs experience hardships:
Poor Infrastructure: 40% lack clean drinking water (NITI Aayog, 2021).Overworked Staff: Four or more workers are sometimes given a class with over 50 kids.Limited Learning Tools: Many don’t have toys, books, or teaching aids.
Real-Life Example: In Rajasthan’s Barmer district, a teacher said, “Our Anganwadi has no roof. When it rains, classes stop.”
4 Ways Schools Can Strengthen Anganwadi Centres
Share ResourcesSchools could donate books, toys, or art supplies that are not being used. Example: A Punjab primary school, which was no longer using its old flashcards, donated these to a local AWC, and, as a result, the toddlers became more involved in the learning process. Train Anganwadi Workers: Instead of just teaching, the teachers organise storytelling and activity-based learning workshops.
The program “Shikshana Sahayka” in Karnataka ameliorated the teaching methods of AWC by connecting them with educators. Collaborate for Smooth Transitions,” In the AWCs, track the students graduating to pinpoint the knowledge or learning gaps. In Tamil Nadu, the primary schools are using AWC data to adapt Grade 1 lessons, which in turn are reducing the dropout rates. The Principals can meddle with local government and improve the condition of AWCs if necessary. With the petition by a school principal, ten AWCs in Gujarat built new roofs and toilets.
| Country | Program | Key Feature | India’s Lesson |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Bolsa Família | Conditional cash transfers for health/education | Link AWC benefits to parental participation. |
| Bangladesh | ECD Centers | Community-led preschools in rural areas | Scale Kerala’s "Thalir" model nationally. |
Here’s a visualization of the Nutrition & Health Impact data:
1️⃣ Bar Chart (Left): Shows the decline in stunting and wasting percentages over time (NFHS-4 vs NFHS-5).
2️⃣ Pie Chart (Right): Illustrates the percentage distribution of supplementary nutrition and immunization efforts in 2023.
Source: NITI Aayog Reports: "SDG India Index" (2023)
As of 2023, there are approximately 1.4 million Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) operating across India under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme. These centers provide essential services related to child nutrition, health, and early childhood education.
For the financial year 2023-24, the Government of India allocated ₹20,554 crore to the Saksham Anganwadi & Poshan 2.0 scheme, which includes the ICDS program. This funding covers the operation of Anganwadi Centres, nutrition programs, and related child development initiatives.
The NFHS-6 (2023) data provides updated insights into maternal and child health indicators in India, including:
