The wonder of education at Druk Padma Karpo School
Since opening in 2001 this has become a multi-award winning school of over 800 pupils founded by Drukpa Thuksey Rinpoche and designed in association with Arup with a vision to supply the contemporary education needs of children in an environment of constant change, whilst determined to preserve the cultural heritage of Ladakh.
This school is a not-for-profit institution and receives no direct public funding.
Visit the school in person and through social media: Facebook
and Instagram
DPKS has a visitor centre for those interested in ground breaking education, sustainable and ecological design, the Dragon Garden project, and ‘Rancho's school’ (3 idiots film).
Visitor Centre details:
DPKS Visitor Centre and Rancho’s Café
(next to the Shey stupa field)
Shey-Leh, 194101, Union Territory of Ladakh, India

Peak season, May to September opening hours 8.00am-6.00pm
Closed over winter, November to end-March.
April & October, opening times vary so ring school before arrival..
Phone: +91 1982 267 255 Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.