Dhamma School

About Our Dhamma School

The Dhamma School at Virginia Bouddha Vihar provides Buddhist education for children and youth in a warm, welcoming environment. Children learn the teachings of the Buddha in an age-appropriate way, developing values of compassion, mindfulness, and generosity. Our dedicated teachers and monks work together to make learning both meaningful and enjoyable for every child.

What Children Learn

Our curriculum is designed to give children a well-rounded foundation in Buddhist teachings and culture:

• Basic Buddhist teachings and the life of the Buddha.
• Pali chants and their English meanings.
• The Five Precepts and their application in daily life.
• Mindfulness and meditation techniques for young people.
• Bengali and Buddhist cultural traditions.
• Stories from the Jataka Tales and Buddhist history.

Schedule

Classes are held on Sundays. Please contact us to confirm current class times and any upcoming breaks or schedule changes at info@virginiabouddhavihar.org.

Enrollment

Dhamma School is open to all children and youth in the community. There is no fee to attend. To enroll your child or learn more, please contact us at info@virginiabouddhavihar.org or speak with a monk during your visit to the temple.

For Parents

We encourage parents to attend programs alongside their children. The temple is a safe, inclusive space for families of all backgrounds. Parents interested in volunteering to support Dhamma School are always welcome — visit our Volunteer page to find out how you can get involved.