The villagers in Sermathang, Helambu felt the need for their children to learn basic English and Nepali in the 80s -so that they could work as trekking guides when they grew up. Thus, a learning center was started in 1987 with seven small children. By 1989 there were thirty-five students, and the villagers felt the need to register the learning center as a school so that their children could continue to high school. Thus, Yangrima School was established by a Sermathang resident Gopal Lama, on the 5th of June 1989.

The purpose of Yangrima School is to provide an inclusive and practical education with respect to the local knowledge, languages, values and traditional practices. We believe that a child growing up in her own community, learning both the national curriculum as well as her mother tongue, local skills and rooted in her traditions will help with her holistic development. We know that a growing child needs parental care, community protection and access to modern knowledge, skills and technology to help her develop her full potential. Fortunately, we have experienced this through teaching and nurturing hundreds of students in Helambu over the last three decades.

Yangrima School has been a victim of the Maoist Civil War, the Great Earthquake in 2015 and recently the Covid-19 pandemic. These incidents have forced us to think more clearly about how we as a small independent school can help children in these remote and rural villages more effectively. It has made us re-evaluate how we can remain committed to our mission of ensuring that no child is left behind in our region.

Our Vision

Yangrima Boarding School envisions a future where every child has the opportunity to develop their full potential. We strive to cultivate responsible and capable leaders grounded in integrity and rooted in their cultural heritage, who are ready to navigate global opportunities.

Our Mission

Yangrima Boarding School is dedicated to fostering critical thinking, ethical responsibility, and lifelong learning in a nurturing and inclusive environment, equipping students with the skills and values needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Core Values

• Holistic Development: We believe in nurturing the intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth of every student to create well-rounded individuals.
• Cultural Integrity: Preserving and celebrating local culture and traditions while embracing global perspectives is fundamental to our identity.
• Excellence in Education: We are committed to providing high-quality, innovative, and student-centered education that prepares students for future challenges.
• Inclusivity: We strive to create an inclusive learning environment where diversity is valued, and every student has an equal opportunity to succeed.
• Community Engagement: By fostering close relationships with local and global communities, we aim to instill a sense of social responsibility and collaboration in our students.
• Sustainability: We are dedicated to promoting sustainable practices that benefit both the environment and the communities we serve.