Who We Are ?
We are a Buddhist school dedicated to providing education, discipline,
and spiritual guidance to young students and monks. Guided by the teachings of compassion and wisdom,
our school nurtures both academic learning and Buddhist values to help
build a better future for the next generation.
About
Nyingma Palyul Buddhist Basic School
Nyingma Palyul Buddhist Basic School is a non-profit educational institution located in Sundarijal, Kathmandu, Nepal. Established in 2014, the school is dedicated to providing free education and a nurturing home environment for underprivileged boys from remote regions of Nepal. Combining modern academic subjects with traditional Buddhist teachings, the school fosters both intellectual development and spiritual growth. With the support of generous donors and volunteers, it continues to offer a safe, supportive space for children to learn, grow, and preserve their cultural heritage.
On behalf of the entire school, we want to say how deeply proud we are of each one of you. Your journey has been filled with challenges, growth, and unforgettable moments. You leave not just as graduates, but as a part of our school’s heart and legacy. Congratulations, year of 2081 (2025)—your future is bright, and you will always have a home here. Thank you so much All the teacher and Volunteers for your dedication 🙏🙏🙏
About
Ven. Khenpo sange rangjhung rinpoche
- Root Master
Khenpo Sangye Rangjung Rinpoche is one of the senior Khenpos of the Palyul Tradition, one of the oldest lineages of the Nyingma School. Born in Nepal in March 1960, he has devoted his life to the study and practice of Buddhadharma since the age of seven. He completed his studies in sutra and tantra at the prestigious Ngagyur Nyingma Institute and was awarded the title of Khenpo in 1994 by His Holiness Drubwang Pema Norbu Rinpoche. Khen Rinpoche has received teachings and transmissions from many great Nyingma masters, including Dudjom Rinpoche and Dodrupchen Rinpoche, and continues to dedicate his life to preserving Buddhist teachings and guiding students with wisdom and compassion.
For our school, Khen Rinpoche is not only a great spiritual master but also our respected root guru who continuously guides and supports our students and young monks in both education and Dharma practice. Through his kindness and vision, he has been helping our school in many ways, especially by sending qualified teachers and monks from his monastery to provide teachings, discipline, and proper Buddhist education to our students.
Khen Rinpoche is the founder and president of Ngagyur Nyingma Palyul Urgen Dorjee Choling monastery, shedra, and retreat center in Nepal, where hundreds of monks receive Buddhist education and training. His compassionate support, guidance, and blessings continue to inspire our school community and help nurture the future generation of students and monks with wisdom, kindness, and moral values.
About
Guru Lama Pema Dorje
- Founder of School
Guru Pema Lama was born on the 15th of April, in 1970, in Bhimkhuri-8, Kavre district. He was born in a lucky era where the Seeker can meet the Buddha-Dharma, where is allowed to learn and practice, and high level teachers, lamas and gurus are present. He was born into a lovely family where the teachings were already present, and no one asked him to stop to be what he wanted to be. Some of his relatives were already monks.
Guru attended in a village school education in his childhood, and after that he chose to immerse himself into the timeless teachings. During his years he completed the traditional meditation period. When he finished his studies he chose to go for modern education, then later he came to Kathmandu where he met many spiritually highly developed rinpoches and gurus. There he met with Venerable Penor Rinpoche from whom he received many teachings.
During his study years he earned money by his love to paint thangkas and helped trekkers on their way. In 2001 he has been appointed as a main lama in Kotang, in the Sange Losang Tamang monastery. During this time he had the opportunity to attend on H.H. The 14th Dalai Lama’s Kalachakra puja which lasted for 11 days. After this he felt, many things changed in his life.
In 2003 he became a member of the Education Ministry for Buddhist studies. By this, and by meeting a lot of rinpoches and teachers he got inspired more and more to start a school. He gathered ideas, contemplated on the future and finally made the decision to open one in 2004.
About
Suman Moktan
- Principal of School
Suman Moktan serves as the principal of our school with great dedication, responsibility, and compassion. He has been playing an important role in guiding and managing the school while supporting the education and well-being of our students and young monks.
With his strong commitment to both academic learning and Buddhist values, he works tirelessly to create a positive and disciplined environment where students can grow with knowledge, kindness, and respect. His leadership helps the school continue its mission of providing quality education along with moral and spiritual development.
Through his hard work, patience, and caring nature, Mr. Suman Moktan inspires students, teachers, and the entire school community to move forward with unity, wisdom, and compassion.
He believes that education is not only about academic success but also about building good character and preparing students to become compassionate and responsible individuals in society. Under his guidance, the school continues to grow as a supportive and peaceful learning environment where students receive care, encouragement, and opportunities to build a brighter future.
