Education has the power to change lives — and for many learners, the Open and Distance Learning Council (ODLC) has become that turning point.
This is the story of Ananya Sharma, a determined student who turned her academic challenges into a success story with the help of ODLC’s flexible learning system.
🎓 Ananya’s Background: A Dream Interrupted
Ananya, a bright student from Bihar, had to discontinue her studies after Class 10 due to financial and family constraints. Like many others in her situation, she started working part-time to support her family.
But deep down, she always dreamed of completing her 12th class and pursuing a career in early childhood education.
The rigid schedule of traditional schools and limited resources made it almost impossible — until she discovered ODLC.
💡 Discovering ODLC: A Ray of Hope
Through a local education center, Ananya learned about ODLC’s open schooling programs, where she could continue her education without attending regular school, and study at her own pace.
She enrolled in the ODLC Senior Secondary Program (12th equivalent) with the Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE) specialization — a course that aligned perfectly with her passion for teaching and working with children.
What drew her to ODLC was its:
✅ Flexible study schedule
✅ Affordable fee structure
✅ Online and offline study materials
✅ Recognition by educational and professional institutions
📘 The Learning Experience
ODLC’s learner-friendly system allowed Ananya to balance her work, family, and studies seamlessly.
She accessed online study materials, attended interactive sessions at her local ODLC center, and took mock exams to prepare for her board-level assessments.
“For the first time, I felt education was designed for people like me — who want to learn, but can’t follow a fixed routine. ODLC gave me freedom and confidence,” she says.
Her dedication paid off when she cleared her Senior Secondary Examination with distinction.
🚀 The Turning Point: From Student to Professional
After completing her course, Ananya didn’t stop there.
Her ODLC certification allowed her to apply for Diploma in Early Childhood Education, which further strengthened her career path.
Soon after completing her diploma, she was offered a teaching position at a reputed preschool in Gangtok, Sikkim — something she once thought was beyond reach.
“ODLC didn’t just give me an education. It gave me a new beginning,” she proudly shares.
🌍 Where She Is Now
Today, Ananya is a certified preschool educator and also mentors other women in her community to continue their education through ODLC open schooling programs.
Her story is a living example that it’s never too late to learn, and that open schooling can unlock doors that once seemed closed.
💫 The ODLC Impact
Ananya’s journey reflects the core vision of ODLC — to make education inclusive, flexible, and empowering.
Through ODLC, learners can:
- Continue education after a break
- Choose from diverse programs (10th, 12th, Vocational, ECCE, Skill Courses)
- Study at their own pace and schedule
- Prepare for higher education and professional success
🧭 Inspiring Many More
Stories like Ananya’s remind us that every learner’s journey is unique — and with the right support system, every dream is achievable.
If you or someone you know wants to restart their education or enhance their career, ODLC is here to guide you every step of the way.
✨ Your success story could be the next one we share!
👉 Start your journey today. Visit odlc.ac.in to explore programs, eligibility, and enrollment details.