About Us

Born to a family of agriculturists, K H Ramaiah obtained a law degree in India and further pursued his studies in England. Upon his return, he relentlessly worked for the welfare of the backward classes, leading protests against the British rule. Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar of the erstwhile Mysore State, a close associate of K H Ramaiah, recognised his work and also offered him a top post to form a separate department for development of rural areas. He laid the foundation for the formation of Vokkaligara Sangha in 1906 which runs prestigious institution like KIMS, BIT among others.

A homemaker, she played a significant role in K H Ramaiah’s life. A devout spouse, she accompanied him on all his travels, leaving behind their eleven children at home. Her support during K H Ramaiah’s many travels, and taking care of his wellbeing, were what fostered a sustainable, successful career. She was inquisitive and zealous in her approach to life.

A magistrate by profession, M S Lingegowda was the founder of Vijaya College and BHS Institutions. He was also Jodidhar of Vasanthapura and Bikasipura villages. A disciplinarian, he was a man of his words and vehemently opposed bribery. He was a voracious reader and was a highly knowledgeable, and worldly man.

Sharadamma, a homemaker, faithfully supported her husband and helped him champion his causes. Serving as his backbone, she deserves much of the credit for her husband’s success in his noble endeavours.

As a politician, he was elected to the Lok Sabha from Bangalore in Mysore State in 1957 and 1962 as a member of the Indian National Congress. He served as the Railway Minister of India under Jawaharlal Nehru in 1963-64. Yashodara, his wife, was also actively involved in politics.

Yashodhara Dasappa was an Indian independence activist, Gandhian, social reformer and a Minister in the state of Karnataka. She was a firebrand Gandhian who brought women to the Indian freedom struggle. Post-independence, she served as a Minister in the Karnataka state government. She founded Kasturaba Mahila Vidyalaya in Arasikere, a vocational center for women. The Government of India awarded her the third highest civilian honour of the Padma Bhushan in 1972, for her contributions to society. She was the daughter of K.H.Ramaiah, a well-known social worker. Yashodara was married to H. C. Dasappa, a former minister in the ministry under Jawaharlal Nehru and the younger son of the couple, Tulasidas Dasappa, was a Union Minister of state, in the Charan Singh ministry.

A noted writer, critic, poet and novelist, he was one of the direct disciples of poet laureate Kuvempu. He is also credited with completing the first Kannada Ph. D under the guidance of Kuvempu. He established the Kannada department at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi as its first chair. He later joined Kuvempu Institute of Kannada Studies (KIKS), University of Mysore, and also served as the Director of Prasaranga, the publication wing of the University, till his retirement. He has penned over 17 works. A Kannada Rajyotsava awardee, he has many other awards to his credit including the prestigious Karnataka Sahitya Academy, Gorur and Vishwamanava awards.

A doctor by profession, she obtained her MD from Varanasi.She served at the Health Centre at the University of Mysore. She was popular for her kindness and compassion, treating patients by going beyond their physical ailments and getting to know each of them personally. She was married to Prabhushankara and was the elder sister of Indira Krishna.

A consulting civil engineer at Apex Bank by profession, he was a man of his words. A highly disciplined, he committed himself to his moral and principles. He was also a philanthropist, going above and beyond to serve the community through his expertise as best as he could. He also supported his wife and stood by her endeavours be it in her professional career or social work. He was as loving and caring as he was detached from the surrounding worldliness and firmly adhered to that philosophy. He was in to charity by constructing buildings for hostel, schools and also donated land for institutions.

Indira Krishna was an eminent soul, an educator, a towering personality and a dedicated social worker who lived for the upliftment of society, especially women and children. She worked as a professor and principal of VHD Home Science College, served in various government posts and retired as the Additional Director of Collegiate Education, Bengaluru. She has been a guide to numerous students of M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. At the young age of 29, under the guidance of Guru, Swami Yathiswaranandaji, she founded Sri Sharada Sevika Mandali Trust, that provides hostel for working women, students and elderlies, Sharada Shishu Kendra, a mid-day meal centre for children, Padmabhushana Yashodhara Dasappa Vocational Training Centre for women and Sharada Mandira, a spiritual Center.

A writer couple, their moral and spiritual works were made part of the syllabus for school and collegiate textbooks. They were closely associated with the Ramakrishna Mission in Bengaluru and were deeply spiritual. ‘Nanna Guru Ramakrishna’, a book by Channegowda was instrumental in influencing many to seek spiritual guidance from the Ramakrishna Mutt and join the cause as monks. Kausalyadevi, a devout wife, was an epitome of patience and kindness. Her gentle humanity was known to all who crossed her path.

D R Karigowda was an MLA from Bhuvanahalli in Hassan. His wife served as a teacher and was instrumental in building her own educational institutions, Smt. Narayani Karigowda Insitutions, in Hassan that are imparting quality education till date. Responsible for building the city as an education hub, the couple are credited with helping equip the students around the district with profession- oriented education.

Mission: Our mission is to instil compassion and humanity in students, spread knowledge, and accelerate the world’s transition to a more realistic and sustainable lifestyle.

Vision: Our aim is not just to develop a child’s intellectual capacities but also to provide opportunities to discover their potential. We provide children with an atmosphere where they don’t have to worry about being judged or compared to each other.

“Sarvadharma samnwaya”

We believe in the equality of all religions and attest to humanity as being above them all. We stand by the ideal of global oneness and that children are citizens of the world.

“The greatest gifts we can give our children are the roots of Responsibility and the wings of Independence.”

The child looks for his independence first not because he does not desire to be dependent on the adult. But because he has in himself some fire, some urge, to do things. Children acquire knowledge through experience, the hand is the instrument of intelligence.

The greatest gifts we can give our children are the roots of Responsibility and the wings of Independence.

Rays Montessori is an authentic,child centred school . At Rays we provide a beautiful,meticulously prepared environment for children of age 2 years to 6 years. Our children at Rays Montessori are our strength and inspiration. They learn by doing more than just listening . We provide education that enhances child’s early development.

“Don’t wait for the starts to align, Reach up, rearrange them the way you want them to be create your own constellation”

Encouraging self-reflection; Most kids want to succeed, they just need help figuring out what they need. Children today are the ones who will shape the world tomorrow. We have to mould the children into well balanced citizens who are physically strong, mentally alert, emotionally stable and culturally sound. They acquire knowledge, skills and depositions that make them able member of society.