Rooted in culture. Growing together.
A school. A community. A shared belief in the connections that language creates.
More than words.
A world of belonging.
Learning Hindi is one way to keep family stories, conversations and cultural traditions alive. South Asian Hindi School brings language learning and cultural connection together for its community.
The school opened in Kogarah in February 2015 for first- and second-generation migrant families in Sydney’s St George area. Parramatta followed for Western Sydney, then Schofields for the north-west, and live online classes now reach families anywhere. It is run by South Asian Australian Association Incorporated, a not-for-profit association, and is a Community Languages School approved by the NSW Department of Education.
Our motto: successful and responsible children who keep strong links with their family and community. Our philosophy: preserving cultural heritage and community ties supports every child’s wellbeing.
Discover our approach
Community at its heart.
South Asian Australian Association Incorporated
The Association’s aim is to build South Asian cultural awareness by preserving and promoting Indian languages, dance, music and art. Supported by NSW Department of Education, Multicultural NSW, Bayside Council, Georges River Council.
The essentials, in one place.
The facts most families, volunteers and supporters ask about first.
- School
- South Asian Hindi School, teaching since February 2015
- What we teach
- Hindi reading, writing, listening and speaking across seven ability levels, with poetry, song, dance, drama and art
- Who it is for
- Children aged 5 to 16 (Kindergarten to Year 11) from Hindi-speaking and non-Hindi-speaking families; adults welcome
- When
- Every Sunday during NSW school terms, 10 am to 12 pm (online 10 am to 11:20 am)
- Where
- Kogarah, Parramatta and Schofields in Sydney, NSW, plus live online classes over Zoom
- Fees
- A$50 per term per child or A$70 per family; trial class before paying; Active and Creative Kids vouchers accepted; financial assistance available
- Approval
- Community Languages School approved by the NSW Department of Education; supported by Multicultural NSW, Bayside Council, Georges River Council
- Run by
- South Asian Australian Association Incorporated, a not-for-profit community organisation · ABN 79 733 223 504 · Incorporation INC1401340
- How to enrol
- Complete the student enrolment form on this website; the school confirms placement and availability
- How to help
- Volunteer (free training, Working With Children Check required) or donate by bank transfer to the Association
Our management committee.
The school is managed by the executive committee of South Asian Australian Association Incorporated, with parent representatives on the budgeting sub-committee.
- Madhulika RoySchool Principal and Public Officer
- Ritu HindujaPresident, South Asian Australian Association
- Shamit PaulVice President
- Aarti SalunkeTreasurer and Secretary
- Abhijeet DasAssistant Treasurer
- Anuradha BagweAssistant Secretary
- Sameer AmbegaonkarParent Representative
Interested in Bangla, Nepali, Malayalam or Tamil classes for your child? The Association starts a new language group once enough families register their interest. Contact the school to be counted.