In this era of globalization, both formal and informal education play an increasingly vital role in promoting economic solidarity, social cohesion and individual growth, leading to a congenial and healthy environment.

Even after six decades since independence, education is acknowledged as the main thrust area. Sri Manjunath Bhandary – a philanthropist, Social Worker and an Educationist decided to address this cause. He had the vision to establish educational institutions which will disperse the seeds of knowledge and build a more intelligent society. It was this noble zeal which led to the establishment of Bhandaryh Foundation in the year 2002.

Sahyadri Institution of Teacher's Education is the first D.Ed College in Karnataka received the ISO certificate.

Global recognition of BHANDARY FOUNDATION [R] has given it the impetus to Modernize itself, expand the existing and explore newer frontiers of knowledge for the benefit of the society. In the process, BHANDARY FOUNDATION has been continuously evolving itself, strengthening its roots with every offshoot of a new institution.

"BHANDARY FOUNDATION [R]’ believes that every individual from each strata of society needs education to fulfill aspirations. With a vision to excel in all its activities, the Foundation envisions to create an atmosphere of involved learning, instill a spirit of enquiry, induce healthy challenges, encourage sustainable accomplishment and ensure enriching rewards to everyone – students teachers and associates.

Vision

Health & Education for all Sahyadri Institute of Teacher's Education was established with the motto of ‘‘LEAEDING COMMON PEOPLE TOWARDS ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE”

To become a globally respected institute striving continuously for excellence in Education Research and Technological Service to the nation.

Mission

To have an interactive, innovative and enjoyable teaching, learning and research environment which will foster the growth of self-motivated technocrats, who can cope up with the supersonic global scenario, with high degree of integrity, ethical standards and social concern.

♦ To develop awareness among the students,on current issues like environment protection, Social evils, etc.,
♦ Human rights, health education, gender sensitisation, women employment, education for all.
♦ To prepare teachers to bring awareness on patriotism internationalism and secular attitude.
♦ To develop creativity among student teachers by giving special emphasis to aesthetic experiences.
♦ To prepare dedicated and competent teachers required for the primary To prepare competent teachers who can make primary education to be oriented.
♦ To develop competencies required for group living and sharing of responsibilities.
♦ To develop excellence and vocational goal achieving qualities through healthy practices.