Pakistan, Oct. 24 -- A new school has been established in the Kuri area of Islamabad under the name of Daanish School Kuri. At first glance, it may appear to be just another building, but in reality, it represents an idea: quality education should not be the privilege of children from wealthy families alone. If a child from a poor family is talented, that child deserves the same opportunities as one from an affluent background. This was the vision that gave birth to the Daanish Schools initiative, and today, that journey has reached Islamabad.

One of Pakistan's major challenges has been the rising cost of quality education. Good schools, well-equipped laboratories, residential facilities and qualified teachers have become increasingly ex...