Abha Adams has created a reputation as an innovative educationist. A prolific writer on education and an accomplished orator she has spent over 37 years in Education, Media (BBC North), Arts management (Arts Council of England) both in India and the UK. An alumna of Lady Shri Ram College she taught undergraduate and postgraduate students at her alma mater and completed a second Masters in Theatre Arts at the University of Leeds, UK.

As Founding Director of the Shri Ram Schools and Founding Leader to Step by Step School Noida, she has been instrumental in founding and developing two major educational institutions in the country. She conceptualized and led the Centre for Learning and Teaching which focused on Teacher capacity building, Mentoring and Coaching.

Presently, she is a leading educational consultant advising several national and international educational, training and development organizations. She serves on several Boards, including the Governing Body of the Assam Valley School, the Shriram College of Commerce and the Nirmal Bhartia School. She is also Vice Chair of the Ahvaan Trust, working closely with both the development of the curriculum as well as the professional development of teachers in Govt. schools.

Awarded with the esteemed Padma Shri- The Fourth Highest Civilian Award in 2002, Ms Kiran Segal is a renowned Odissi dancer who has become synonymous with the art form itself. She has been deeply involved with the arts her entire life, and studied Bharatanatyam and Kathak before training in Odissi under the legendary Guru Mayadhar Raut. Some of her notable choreographic works are 'Panchakshara Stotram' (prayers to Lord Shiva), 'Dashaavataar', 'Whispering Moods' and her multi-media presentation of the Ramayana.

Apart from being a spellbinding performer known for her abhinaya, she is a dedicated teacher par excellence, and established her Odissi dance school 'Pallavi - Odissi Nritya Sangeet Vidyalaya'. Many notable dancers have blossomed under her tutelage. She has held workshops over a thousand lecture-demonstrations all over India, thereby taking this ancient dance form to the remotest corners of the country.

A Forbes 30 under 30, Anunay Pandey is a serial entrepreneur. He is the co-founder of the urban news platform News Inshorts, as well as of the regional news platform named Public App. Both start-ups now have a huge base of 10mn and 50mn active monthly users respectively, and have been funded by leading Venture capitalists such as Lee Fixel (also an early investor in Flipkart), and Venture Capital funds such as Tiger Global, SIG Global, & Tanglin Venture Partners.

Anunay is an avid programmer who loves to travel and wants to make an impact in education by making it more practical & relevant. He dropped-out of IIT Delhi back in 2013 to kick-start his journey as an entrepreneur and a lifelong learner.

A dedicated and passionate educationist, Richa Agnihotri is currently the Principal at Sanskriti School, Delhi, and has been a Recognitions Ambassador for the IB (International Baccalaureate) in India. She is a certified trainer with Cambridge International Examinations. She has spent over 15 years at the British School and more than 8 years at Step by Step School, Noida as an International Curriculum Leader.

She has helped develop the CBSE CCE Handbook for teachers and formulate the CBSE Curriculum for Science. With a Masters in Physics, and a B.Ed and Masters in Education from Hindu College and Miranda House (the University of Delhi), she is an excellent trainer and workshop leader. She is an avid reader, a keen learner, a passionate teacher and a committed and creative educator.

A social leader and industrialist, Mr Y K Gupta is currently the Vice Chairman of Sharda Group of Institutions and runs one of the largest private chains of academic institutions in North India. The establishment of Hindustan College of Science & Technology in 1996, the first among five private engineering colleges in Uttar Pradesh, was the realization of his dream to provide quality higher education to the students of North India. He further went ahead to start Hindustan Institute of Management & Computer Studies, in 1997 followed by Anand Engineering College in 1998, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Management in 1999, Anand College of Education 2002, Anand College of Pharmacy in 2006 and Anand College of Architecture in 2011.

Along with education, he established a 300 bed Sharda Hospital in Delhi NCR in 2009 with the latest medical facilities. An eminent educationist, Mr Gupta has been instrumental in the growth and development of the Indian Education System.

Samar Singh Jodha is a photographer and installation artist who, over the last 25 years, has been using photography, film and public art projects to address issues like community development and conservation.

In his professional journey, Samar has been commissioned by the likes of Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, BBC World Service Trust and the United Nations. His work has been published and broadcasted by Nat Geo and Discovery Channel. Samar travels over 300 days a year, dividing his time between personal and community projects, including doing photography workshops with children in conflict.

His work includes publications and monographs such as Jaipur: The Last Destination, Tiranga: Book on National Flag, Costumes and Textiles of Royal India and Phaneng. Most recently, Samar has been a judge on Nat Geo Cover Shot, an ongoing award-winning reality TV show, mentoring professional photographers. He conceptualized "History in the Making" - the documentation of the building of Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai. His initiative Red Balloon works with children, young adults, parents and educators from across socio-economic backgrounds to create 'Empathetic leaders of tomorrow' through creative expression programs & expert mentorship.

Samar continues to work on advisory panels for corporations on CSR and publishing projects. He is a regular speaker on TED and TEDx including speaking at TEDx Vienna on the artist's role in sustainability and capacity building.

The recipient of Lifetime Achievement Award as an outstanding educationist by National Progressive Schools' Conferences and Outstanding Achievement as Educationist by Rotary International Awards, Mr S.K.Bhattacharya is a passionate and visionary educationist. As the advisor for the Child Education Society, he is managing a chain of 19 Bal Bharti Public Schools all over India. He holds multiple important positions across schools and institutions such as the President of Action Committee, Umbrella Organization of All India Associations of Public Schools and Chairman of National Coordination Committee of Independent Schools of India and many more. A true Lifelong Learner, Mr Bhattacharya also engages in sport events and has an association with the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Govt. of India for many years.

Fondly known as the "Sports Guru", Mr Hemanshu Chaturvedi is the Founder and Managing Director of HTC Sports Pvt. Ltd. A pioneer in sports entrepreneurship, he has played an instrumental role in the development of sports in our country in terms of career counselling, job creation, opening up various academies and mentoring children across the country.

A top Tennis Player of the Indian Tennis Circuit, he has also founded the "Tennis Clinic" for tennis enthusiasts. Along with that, he has also led the combined University Indian Tennis Team as Captain and was the Non-Playing Captain for Indian Junior Team, which won a Bronze medal in the Asia Ocean World Championship, Melbourne, Australia.

Innovation and creation have been the USP of 'Sports Guru', be it in the field of Sports infrastructure or tournaments and International camps. His life has involved a commendable balance of both academics and sports. He played more than 300 National and International tennis tournaments while also focusing on his academics, and achieved a BA (Honors) in History, Masters in English, an LLB (Professional) and also a Masters In Business Administration.

Mr Vimal Kumar Sharma, Indian Administrative Services 2005 Batch, has held various prestigious positions in Government Organizations. His last assignment was as Special Secretary, National Integration; prior to which, he was District Magistrate, Ghaziabad, Joint Housing Commissioner, Executive Director, NAFED, Additional Private Secretary to the then Union Agriculture Minister, Shri Raj Nath Singh and many other capacities at different locations in Uttar Pradesh.

Other than Civil Services, he has also worked as a lecturer at University of Allahabad & Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak (Haryana).

Dr Harivansh Chaturvedi is Professor and Director at Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH), Greater Noida, India and Alternate President of Education Promotion Society for India (EPSI). He has more than 45 years of experience in teaching, research and academic administration. He has been Director at All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), a statutory body under the Government of India. Being a renowned management educationist, he has been deeply involved with national bodies like AIMA, NHRDN, AIMS and the Indian Management Conclave (IMC), annually organized by the MBA Universe.com. Dr Chaturvedi is on the Board of Governors of several prominent universities and higher education institutions in India. Dr Chaturvedi is also the Member of Quality Management, Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Agra.

Dr Chaturvedi is the Trustee and the Executive President of the Education Promotion Society for India (EPSI), a national network of universities and B-schools of India. He is also member of the Governing Council and Chair of the Membership Committee of the UN Global Compact Network India, Dr Chaturvedi has authored and edited five books relating to various challenges before Indian Business, economy and Higher education, "Quality, Accreditation and Ranking - A Silent Revolution in the Offing in Indian Higher Education". His latest book (two volumes) edited with Dr Ajoy Kumar Dey is The New Normal - Challenges of Managing Business, Social and Ecological Systems in the Post Covid-19 Era.

Dr. Mahesh Gupta is the Founder-Chairman of Kent RO Systems, India’s leading water purifier company. A first generation entrepreneur, he has more than half a dozen patented technologies to his credit, including the revolutionary water purification method that saves both water and retains its essential minerals.

Dr. Gupta, an IIT graduate from Kanpur in Mechanical Engineering and an alumni of Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dehradun, began his early career in 1978 with the prestigious Indian Oil. After eleven years, having realized a deeper calling to innovate and conserve oil, he started his first company ‘S.S. Engineering’ to manufacture ‘Innovative Oil Conservation Appliances’. These innovative instruments used for oil testing and checking its pilferage continue to be used today under the brand name KENT OIL METERS, proving to be a successful business ahead of its times.

In 1998, Dr. Mahesh Gupta entered the Healthcare segment and launched the first domestic RO water purifier. He started the company from scratch and competed with leading national & international water purifier brands. Today Kent RO Systems Ltd. is one of the leading and most dynamic water purifier companies in India, commanding a market share of about 40% in RO water purifier segment. In recognition of his contribution towards providing safe and healthy drinking water in rural and urban areas, he has been conferred with an Honorary Doctorate degree by Sri Sri University Orissa and popularly known as the PURE WATER MAN of India.

In 2016, he also spearheaded the PHD Chamber of Commerce as its President. With an ambitious growth plan, innovative marketing strategies and state-of-the-art technology, Dr. Gupta believes in bridging social inequities and leaving no one behind. Furthering his mission, he recently adopted 8 backward villages with a commitment to provide clean water and build toilets for improving conditions of sanitation.

Dr. Gupta derives his inner strength from a strong spiritual foundation. He has long been a disciple of His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Ji and an active member of the Art of Living foundation. The future of our younger generation, especially their education is a cause close to Dr. Gupta’s heart. He often makes time to guide young minds as a mentor under the IIT Alumni Association as well as through guest lectures at several MBA institutes and entrepreneurship development programs.

A serial entrepreneur, Mr. Prashant Pitti is the Director and Co-founder of EaseMyTrip, India's second largest travel portal, currently valued at over 1 billion USD. A graduate from IIT Madras, he has over 13 years of entrepreneurial experience in founding, conceptualizing and building some of the most engaging and innovative social applications like Near group and Profoundly, hitting 80 million users collectively.

At the age of 23, he became one of the youngest Assistant Vice Presidents at the HSBC Bank of Chicago, US. He has also served in distinguished organizations like Capital One, Washington D.C, United States. After spending several years abroad, Mr. Pitti returned to India and the rest is history.

IndiaKhelo.com was his first Indian Start Up aimed at improving sports and fitness in schools across India. Interestingly enough, this project was soon acquired by the King of Jordan and continues to run across Middle Eastern countries. Mr Prashant firmly believes that creativity, innovation and a relentless drive to create something unique can have a phenomenal positive impact on our society.

Mr Keshar Mehra, an innovative educationist comes with more than 20 years of experience working with leading education institutions in the country including The Shriram School, Step By Step School, and The Mother's International School, while being one of the core founding team members of the former two Schools. Throughout his tenure in the education domain, he has been instrumental in setting up the overall school development plans, learning systems, organisational structures, systems, governing policies and procedures. His past experience has also been intertwined with Technology development and Information Technology, which enables him to maintain the temperament of an innovator, and the same has manifested in all his prior engagements with advanced technology enablement of school functioning and the curriculum being delivered.

He is a firm believer of forming positive and vibrant community cultures and establishing communities of practice as he believes the most effective form of education happens through interpersonal, engaged, and active interactions with the society. In fact, he himself led a community life for 5 years with the Aurobindo Ashram - Delhi. He has also been instrumental in setting several social and education upliftment projects at the grassroots level in regions such as Orissa and Uttarakhand, working towards enriching education and achieving economic stability.

Mr Mehra is a Masters in Commerce and an MBA with a specialisation in Information Technology and Human Resources. Along with being a passionate educationist and a lifelong learner, he has been an computer science professional, a professional mountaineer, a ship-modelling and a ship communication title winner.

Ms Geeta Verma is a passionate and visionary educator and brings with her an enriching experience of over 30 years. She has worked with the various reputed educational institutions like Heritage School, Pathways School, GD Goenka Signature School Gurgaon and Pragyanam to name a few under the capacity of a Principal/Head of School and IBDP Coordinator. This has enabled her to gather an extensive and deepened understanding of the working of educational institutions of all kinds with specialization in International Boards such as IB and CAIE in terms of curriculum development as well as pedagogical practices.

Throughout her tenure as an educator, she has been instrumental in leading and guiding a vast team of facilitators, thus leading to the educational advancement of her students.

With Diplomas and Statement of Accomplishments from reputed institutions such as Wharton School and Stanford University, on International Education and Leadership Styles, Ms Geeta holds a deep understanding of international pedagogical practices and the makings of a great educational experience for a child.

The blend of her educational expertise and enriching experience of heading international curriculum, with a learner centric approach, allows her to cater to the needs of facilitators and well as our learners and provide wholesome leadership, guidance and support to all members of the community.

A true leader and insightful person by nature, Ms Geeta believes in leading her team with Integrity, Empathy, Transparency, Authenticity and derives utmost joy and contentment from her contributions to the teaching and learning community.

An alumna of Lady Shri Ram College, Ms Geeta is an avid reader and a passionate traveler. She strongly believes in the importance of inculcating real-life skills as a part of a child's education and seeks to dedicate her life’s efforts in the pursuit of evolving the educational landscape of our nation. With support from her years of experience and technical understandings of the same, she envisions to lead and nurture a team of passionate and inspired facilitators to deliver an education that truly matters!

Ms Manisha Trivedi, a passionate and committed educator bringing in, with her 20 years of experience working with the finest educational institutions of our country like Step By Step School, has taught across multiple boards like IB, CBSE and Cambridge which has enabled her to gather a vast understanding of the best pedagogical practices around the world. Throughout her tenure as a facilitator, she has been instrumental in imparting knowledge using new and innovative methodologies in a learner centric manner. She has also been a part of multiple international conferences and seminars in countries like Denmark, Singapore and Iceland, and has led various partnership programmes with international schools across the globe.

A nurturer by nature, Ms Trivedi believes in creating a caring and positive environment for the young learners with strong values of commitment, sincerity and empathy. Her experience in establishing highly successful community outreach programs for various schools, has enabled her to build ecosystems for her learners to develop intrapersonal and interpersonal life skills and become compassionate and reflective individuals.

Having led a team of teachers as the Head of Department for Social Sciences for 11 years, Ms Trivedi envisions to evolve and humanize education and aspires to create an environment that caters to the varied needs of each learner and nurture them into inspired and innovative adults.

An Alumna of Allahabad University and Delhi School of Economics, Ms Trivedi is an avid reader and traveller, who is also trained in Indian and Western Music. Like a true lifelong learner, she is has also done an EdLEAP- Education Leaders’ Programs course from The Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta and taking one step forward everyday in ensuring that she stays relevant and well connected with the world making her a valuable member of the Learners Community.

Ms Nitima Arora is a passionate and dedicated educator, with a remarkable track record of over 18 years in the field of education. As an accomplished IB PYP practitioner, she has acquired a myriad of valuable experiences, ranging from instructional coaching, homeroom tutoring, to language leadership roles. Her expertise is primarily centered around the areas of Language, Integrated Learning, and Thinking Routines.

Throughout her illustrious career, Ms Arora has worked with several institutions, including Pathways School Noida, Pathways School Gurgaon, Suncity School Gurgaon, and Presidium School Delhi. As a seasoned curriculum designer, vertical language alignment lead, documentation specialist for NEASC, CIS, and IB evaluation core team, grade level coordinator, and instructional coach, Ms Arora has made a significant impact on the educational landscape. Ms Arora is a certified NLP teacher, and she has attended various workshops, including design thinking, ATLs, POSH, and POSCO. She has also acquired certification in PYP category 1 and 3 workshops and has moderated several collaborative sessions with IB PYP, SAIBSA, and NINNS.

Ms Arora is a highly educated individual with an English Honours degree, a Post-Graduation in Masters in English, and is pursuing her Masters of Arts Education. She has won the Global Social Leader competition and works with Patna in Delhi to teach orphans. Ms Arora advocates for inquiry-based learning to create lifelong learners who are not only knowledgeable but also compassionate and committed to serving society. She fosters a warm and stimulating learning environment that promotes skills development, active learning, and collaboration. In her free time, she enjoys cycling, reading introspective books, and painting.

Our Senior Associate for Research and Operations, Mr Rabjot is a graduate in B.Com(Hons) from Delhi University with a valuable experience of 4 years working in organisations like Classmate, Sharp Printech ltd and Independent Educator. His experience, coupled with passion towards education allows him to build an effective and efficient ecosystem that promotes growth. He has also volunteered in projects like Guruprasad Education for the social upliftment of our community. In his spare time, he enjoys listening to music, playing cricket and reading books.

She is Co-Facilitator at Learners. Ms Anjali is trained in Montessori Method of Education from Modern Montessori International, and is a product of Delhi University. Her previous work experience was as a kindergarten teacher at Lotus Valley International School, and at Genesis Global School. In her leisure she enjoys dancing, art and craft and meditation.

Mr Devendra is the Administrator - ERP and Data Handling at our school. He is backed by thorough and rich experience of nine years at Step By Step, Noida as IT assistant (ERP). Prior to that, he worked with Sri Aurobindo Ashram as Office assistant for five years. At Step by Step, he handled a multitude of tasks related to IT with diligence and efficiency. Over the course of his work, he has developed multidimensional and multi-tasking skills related to other spheres of work, and is known for discipline and punctuality. He is an HCL certified Network Administrator. In his leisure, he enjoys cooking, trekking and outdoor sports.

Ms Harshmita is a psychology enthusiast who believes in understanding the right psychology behind every endeavour. A postgraduate from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, she brings her rigorous and enriching experience in Branding and Communications. She envisions inspiring the youth of the country by working closely with them. Driven by her vision towards shaping society in an all-embracing manner, she has trained over 1000 students in 21st-century skills from reputed schools and institutions and had been the brand ambassador for Save Our Tiger (2012) and Indian Delegation to Japan (2015). Envisaging a canvas of an empowered society, she also leverages her hues of poetry and storytelling.

A keen learner and an adaptive professional, Ms Chandrani is a member of faculty at our school. She comes with a rich cumulative experience of 19 years at Step By Step School (Noida), Loyala School (Dhanbad), Don Bosco (Patna, Siwan), Alliance World School (Noida), etc,. Her association with Step by Step school has been for a period of more than 11 years where she conducted workshops for professional development. She has also worked with Reliance Capital Indira Information and was rewarded for achieving the highest target in the zone. Having a strong faith in collective good, she's been a part of the outreach groups where she undertook various community services. Adding to this, she's also an avid reader.

A member of faculty with us, Ms. Nandini has worked with schools like Manav Rachna International School, Faridabad, Bluebells School International, New Delhi, as an Art Instructor. With an experience of more than 5 years, she is skilled at imparting Visual Art learning, Curriculum Development, Parent Engagement and Communication. A graduate from Delhi University in English (Hons.), she has done her Bachelors in Fine Arts from Institute of Fine Arts, Modinagar. Her expertise lies in the areas of Painting and Clay Modelling. She believes that her biggest inspiration is the fact that through her mentoring, she's able to develop students' interest in Art, even in the ones who've never tried to draw something before and some are even pursuing it as a career option. She practices meditation in her free time.

Ms Ruchika has completed her Bachelors in Mass Communication from Guru Jambheshwar University, Hisar along with Sangeet Visharad and Sangeet Prabhakar in Kathak from Prayag Sangeet Samiti, Allahabad. She brings with her the enriching experience of 5 years having worked with reputed organizations such as St Mary's Christian School, GD Goenka Public School, and Lotus Valley International School as a dance instructor. Along with her expertise in classical dance form Kathak, Zumba, Latin forms like Salsa, semi-classical and Indian folk, she has also worked for an NGO - CRY (Child Rights and You) and have helped them generate funds for girl child education. In her leisure time, she enjoys reading books on self-help that focus on emotional well-being, finances, or spirituality and encourages personal improvement and confidence and believes in working with respect, fairness and honesty!

Ms Manjot has completed her B.Sc in Psychology from Annamalai University along with her B.Ed from Jammu University. She brings with her an enriching experience of 13+ years having worked with reputed organizations like Pathways School, DPS International (R.K Puram), K.R Mangalam Global School as a PYP and Early Years Facilitator. Along with her expertise in academic planning and implementation, she has also mentored for PYP exhibitions and conducted various academic workshops. In her leisure time, she enjoys dancing and listening to music and baking fantastic cookies and chocolates for her loved ones with a belief of working with honesty and loyalty and building wonderful relationships across her community.

.Ms Kirti did her BA from the University of Lucknow and commands a strong hold over English as a language. She brings with her an enriching experience of 5+ years having worked with reputed organizations like Mount Carmel College, (Lucknow), Amity International School (Noida), and Times World School(Dehradun), co-heading the English Department and developing curriculum. Along with her expertise in academic planning and training children for various competitions, she has also worked as a Kathak Teacher. A dedicated member of the community, Ms Kirti actively works as an adoption coordinator for disowned dogs as well. In her leisure time, she enjoys trekking and reading with a belief in working in a reliable and consistent manner. A frequent meditator, she maintains a positive outlook towards life!

Mr Sanjay Tiwari has completed his graduation from Kanpur University followed by his MBA from Punjab Technical University. He brings with him an enriching experience of 13+ years having worked with reputed organizations like Greater Noida Institute of Engineering & Technology, Mangalmay Institute of Engineering & Technology as Director and Head of Administration Department. An expert in handling and managing human resources, Mr Tiwari holds a deep understanding behind the administrative wing of an educational institution having ample experience in fields like liasoning, security management, vendor and transport management. A committed person, Mr Tiwari believes in working with Discipline, Punctuality, Teamwork and Constant Learning.

Mr Harendra, a graduate from V.B.S Purvanchal University, Jaunpur, UP, is an expert in Software Development and Implementation [Information Technology]. He brings with him an enriching experience of 14+ years having worked with reputed organizations like Step By Step School (Noida), Khaitan Public School (Ghaziabad) as the ERP coordinator and Head. An expert in all things related to IT, Mr Pandey enjoys a deep understanding towards the requirements of an educational institution backed by high tech support and specifically curated ERP systems along with stepping up digital management systems for learners, facilitators, parents as well as the school. A passionate person, Mr Harendra believes in working with Punctuality, Accountability, Responsibility, Productivity, Discipline and Reliability.

Ms Shalini did her Graduation in (B Com) from Delhi University and has also done a basic course in Vastu from Panchtatva. She brings with her an enriching experience of 7 years having worked as Expert in Faculty Coordination and Parent Handling. She has good experience of working on Parent Care & as Admission Counsellor. She also has a previous experience of working as Senior Sales Manager in the Real Estate Sector. Having been employed in the respective sector, Ms. Shalini has a great deal of experience and knowledge of dealing with clients from multinational companies. Being an enigmatologist, she loves to spend her time learning new technical things. She enjoys travelling and solving various different puzzles. Ms Shalini Sharma - Reliable, Creative and Focused.

She brings with her an enriching experience of 19+ years having worked with reputed organisations like Sanskriti School, New Delhi as a Grade III teacher and class coordinator for all 6 sections, managing a team of over 10 teachers. Along with her expertise in curriculum planning and strong command over English, Ms Seema has also completed courses such as Institutionalised Course in Management and Personality Development and Diploma in Systems Management from NIIT. In her leisure time, she enjoys reading and acquiring knowledge. A sincere and meticulous person, Ms Seema believes in taking the path of righteousness even if it is a road less travelled by.

She brings with her an enriching experience of 5+ years having worked with schools and ED-Tech companies like Metropolitan School, WhiteHat Jr and Lido Learning as a Math Expert. With her deepened understanding of making a classroom environment simple and interactive, she is able to inculcate logical skills with ease and fun. In her leisure time, she enjoys reading and travelling to different parts of the world. An enthusiastic and inquisitive person, she believes in treating other members of the profession in the same manner as they themselves wish to be treated and speak respectfully to everyone and render assistance for growth and development.

Mr Parmod Singh Taragi - Mr Parmod Singh Taragi brings with him an enriching experience of 15+ years having worked with reputed organisations like Step By Step School, Noida, Nirmal Bhartia School as a Sports and Physical Education Expert and Coach. Along with his expertise in a plethora of sports, Mr Taragi is a licensed expert in basketball from Federation of International Basketball Assocation as the Level 2 Certified Basketball Coach and World Association of Basketball Coaches. He has led multiple men and women's basketball teams as the head coach and led them to victory in tournaments such as Uttar Pradesh Under 21 Women’s Basketball Team during Khelo India Youth Games, Assam, 2020, Uttar Pradesh Senior Women’s Basketball Team during East Zone Senior, National Basketball Championship, Cuttack, Odisha, 2021, Uttar Pradesh Senior Women’s Basketball Team during Zone Senior National and Basketball Championship, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 2022 to name a few. He has also managed teams for National Games along with being a head coach for universities such as Sharda University and Gautam Buddha University Basketball Teams. With a philosophy for 'Sports for All and All for Sports, Mr Taragi believes in building his teams with Determination, Dedication and Discipline.

Along with her experience in academics, She comes with a deep understanding and grasp over the Hindi Language and has rich experience of working at different media houses such as All India Radio, Zee Media Ltd., D D Kisan (National), Satya News, City One (Regional News Channel). She has raised the bar of Hindi news anchoring while working as Hindi News Anchor in AIR News . She has two master degrees – in Journalism and Hindi, and also four Bachelor degrees viz. in Education, Arts, Law and Journalism & Mass Communication streams from Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University. Last, but not the least, she has a PG Diploma in Translation and Script writing from IGNOU. Above all, she has a craving for learning. All her academics and experience in media has nurtured her as an excellent communicator. In her leisure time, she enjoys reading different short stories, poems, and literature. She likes singing and is an ardent fan of texts and articles related to the Hindi language.

She brings with her an enriching experience of 09+ years having worked with reputed organisations as a MYP & IGCSE English Facilitator. Along with her expertise in curriculum planning, she has cleared her French B1/B2 Delf Dalf Alliance Francaise Delhi Exam and is now a certified French Language Facilitator. A true believer of healthy and mindful living, Ms Pooja has completed her certification in Yoga training and has a keen interest in Yoga and Tennis. Books of different genres interest her and enjoys travelling to different places. She believes in the ideology of hard-work and persistence, which can help one in achieving their goals. She understands the essentials of creating an atmosphere of mutual respect, which comes by encouraging and motivating everyone to share their respective views.

She brings with her an enriching experience of 10+ years having worked with reputed organisations like Genesis Global School Noida, Amity International School as a PYP teacher for Kindergarten and Grade I. Along with her expertise in the IB-PYP programme, Ms Sheetal is also a professional physiotherapist and holds a PGD in Hospital Management. In her leisure time, she enjoys painting, sketching and calligraphy and believes in working with collaboration and mutual respect.

Ms Rhea Thapar has prior experience of working in the education sector. She has also started the project 'Mend with a friend'; in Covid to help the community. It was a very small initiative and a big help. This was meant for the people who have lost someone or the other due to Covid, to help them mentally and emotionally. In her leisure time, she enjoys reading and travelling to different parts of the world , reading and learning new languages. An enthusiastic and inquisitive person, she believes in hard-work, dedication and honesty.

She comes with an enriching experience of 11+ years and has previously worked as a Class Coordinator and coordinator for EVS subject for Grade 2 & 3. She has also been associated with reputed schools such as Somerville International School, Future Campus School and Central Academy Lucknow. Ms Gauri has been awarded by Tata Class Edge in Somerville, which is a certificate for Remarkable achievements. She has also been working with quite a few of her friends to teach the under-privileged kids of various household maids. She also is associated with an NGO and donates daily needed clothes, things, toys, etc. She was also placed among the Top 10 percentile globally in the International Teachers Olympiad, 2022. Being an avid reader, she has read books by Ruskin Bond and timeless English classics. She loves to travel and learn new Culinary skills. We are confident that Ms Gauri will be an excellent match for this position and a strong asset to our community.

She brings with her an enriching experience of 13 years having worked with reputed organisations like G.D. Goenka Public School, Pacific World School, Educomp Little Millennium School as a Primary and Montessori Facilitator. Along with her expertise as a Montessori Facilitator from MMI London, Ms Parul holds several professional training courses such as Jolly Phonics and Jolly Grammar Course (Ireland), CBSE, H.P. India, IIT Delhi, Jodo Gyan Resource Centre, Oxford University Press, Universal Learn Today, British Council, Psycho Educational Assessments ( Apollo Hospitals, Noida), Social Peer Moderator Program (Fortis Healthcare), SHIAMAK DAVER Dance Education, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Times of India, Art of Storytelling and Puppetry. She has Collaborated with a Child Care Centre in New Zealand regarding a project for British Council International School Awards. In her leisure time, she enjoys meditation and dance. She believes in instilling a sense of creativity, enthusiasm and freedom among the students so that they can use these values to become confident and expressive individuals.

Mr Yogesh did his B.Com from HNB Garhwal University, Dehradun, and his postgraduate diploma in Mime Theatre from National Mime Institute, Kolkata. He brings with him an enriching experience of 6 years having worked at prestigious institutions such as The Doon Girls School, Vantage Hall Girls School, Dehradun, GD Goenka Public School, Gurugram, Theatre in Education Co. National School of Drama, Shri Ram Centre for Performing Arts, Delhi and many more. He has been awarded the Junior Fellowship Award by the Ministry of Culture in the field of Mime & Theater. He has also had the honour of performing his final play during his PG at Rabindranath Tagore's Space i.e at the Shanti Niketan and received the award for the best play. Along with this he has been a part of various theatre projects and theatre education companies like Summer Workshops, Sunday Clubs, Jashn E Bachpan- (National/International Theatre Festival for children) and Bal Sangam. He has also appeared as an actor in DoorDarshan- DD Kashmir in 2009. Further he has also worked as an actor and shared an onscreen stage with senior NSD member Mr. Anupam Kher in The Kashmir Files and acted alongside Mr Vidyut Jamwal. Being an avid theater artist, Mr. Yogesh believes that Film making can work as a great way of education and learning for children. He writes and performs plays with underprivileged kids in order to work on their overall development and through this medium he has been able to associate himself with the Wish Welfare Foundation, West Bengal. Mr. Yogesh holds faith in the fact that there is great learning in failures besides judging anyone. He believes in remaining calm, empathetic and dedicated to one's work. Apart from theater he enjoys music, keyboard playing, reading different plays and video creation.

He brings with him an enriching experience of 17 years having worked with reputed organisations like ESS ENN Industries Ghaziabad and Jayem Manufacturing Co. Pvt. Ltd. as an Accounts Executive. His expertise lies in day to day accounting, GST Returns, GST Refund, GST Payment Invoice and Eway bill making. As an accountant Mr Sachin also has experience of working in Stock Statement against CC Limit, Cheque RTG's and preparing NEFT balance sheets. In his leisure time, he enjoys reading financial news, stock market updates and watching the new GST updates. He believes in hard work, being attentive and respectful towards others.

Ms Krishnakoli Samaddar, a seasoned pre-primary facilitator with over 14 years of experience in the field of education, has had the opportunity to work with some of the top schools in the world including DPS International Singapore, GIIS Singapore, King George International School Bucharest, Sarvottam International School Apeejay International School, and The Khaitan School. Ms Samaddar holds a B.A Hons. in English from Visva Bharati University and an M.A in English from the same university. In addition to this, she has also obtained an International Diploma in Early Childhood Course (2 ½ - 6 yrs.), specializing in the theory, practice, and application of the Montessori Method of Education (MMI). This combination of academic qualifications and practical experience has made her a sought-after educator. In her free time, Ms Krishnakoli enjoys reading, travelling, and exploring new ways to bring storybooks to life for children. She is also an avid news-watcher and enjoys trying new restaurants and painting. Her passion for learning and growing both personally and professionally is evident in everything she does, and we are confident that she will bring that same level of commitment to her learners every day.

With her extensive experience of working with young learners and her academic background, having obtained a B.P. ED degree from the prestigious Nagpur University, Ms Meghna Rajput brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our community as our Physical Education Facilitator under our Fitness and Sports Programme (LEEP) Ms Meghna's impressive track record includes working at renowned educational institutions such as Lancer's Convent and MRG School in Rohini, New Delhi. Her teaching philosophy revolves around nurturing a strong relationship with learners, imparting essential life lessons through the medium of games, and instilling the core values of discipline, honesty, fairness, and respect for others. In addition to her teaching skills, Ms Meghna is a professional photographer, a national-level volleyball player, and an accomplished basketball coach. Her passion for learning and her eagerness to explore new games and travel to new places are an inspiration to all who work with her. We are thrilled to have Ms Meghna Rajput as a valuable addition to our academic team, and we are confident that she will make a profound impact on the lives of our learners.

Ms Priyanka Sharma - She brings with her an enriching experience of 8 years having worked with reputed organizations like Shiv Nadar School Noida, Yangon Academy International School, Myanmar, and NIVA American International School Bangkok, Thailand as early years facilitator. She is proficient in early childhood education with insightful understanding of children’s behavior and child psychology, and believes in working with skilful creativity and inspirational and motivational approach to education. She holds a strong history of leading the integration of technology into the classroom to enhance learners' growth. Adept at tailoring instruction in alignment with individual learning needs, she not only believes in helping children learn fundamental skills but works on getting them excited to explore new things and help them learn through interactive activities thus, giving them a lifelong love of learning. In her leisure time, she enjoys travelling, storytelling, dancing and reading scriptures. She is obsessed with cultivating a love of reading in her children. She believes in maintaining professionalism, respect for each other's work, integrity, timelines and disciplines. A creative and a tech-head, she can be described as passionate, creative and fun-loving!

Ms Sonam has a rich 9 years of work experience with schools like Shiv Nadar and Presidium. Her areas of specializations include English and Environmental Science. Her rewards and accolades include Centa - Teachers Professional Olympiad, 2015 where she was the national rank holder in the category of Middle School, English. She strives to work for the societal upliftment and her close association with the NGO - Goonj is an embodiment of the fact. She believes in creating a happy, safe and inclusive space for children by building a bond with the parents and supporting them towards a better understanding of their kids' entire learning journey. She's a travel enthusiast and loves exploring new places. In addition to that, she has a great taste in art and architecture.

Ms. Anuksha holds an M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology from Manipal University, specializing in child psychology. Her diverse experience includes working at Kasturba Hospital and the Vibgyor High Student Support Centre. One of Ms. Anuksha's notable achievements is her thesis titled 'A Comparative Study of Anxiety, Stress, and Depression among Children with Learning Disabilities.' She has also completed various courses, including ECCED (Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. Ms. Anuksha's dedication to community service is commendable. She has actively participated in initiatives such as the Robin Hood Army, teaching children in villages and educating them about sanitation. Additionally, she has volunteered as a teacher for children of laborers in her society. In her leisure time, Ms. Anuksha finds joy in dancing and utilizing art as a medium of self-expression. She also has a fondness for reading historical biographies and visiting historical places. Her passion, creativity, and empathetic nature shine through her work.

With a remarkable experience of 12 years, Ms Sania has an enriching experience of working with renowned institutions such as Pathways School, Kothari International School, and Delhi Public School. Her previous role as a coordinator further demonstrates her expertise and commitment to education. Her areas of specialization lie in the fields of Science and Psychology, making her a valuable asset to our team. Ms. Sania completed her B.Ed. in Science from Lady Irwin College, and she also holds a B.Sc. in Home Science (Honors) from the same prestigious institution at Delhi University. In addition to her professional achievements, Ms. Sania has a keen interest in traveling and is an enthusiastic content writer. Known for her ambition, creativity, and diligent approach, she brings a unique set of skills to our community.

With over 8 years of remarkable experience, Ms Neha Arora has had the privilege of working with renowned institutions such as The Shriram Millennium School and DPS International School in Singapore, specializing in elementary and early childhood education. Ms. Neha holds a B.Ed. degree from Maharishi Dayanand University. In addition, she has achieved excellence by completing a diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education, where she secured the top position. Her outstanding performance was acknowledged by former Union Cabinet Minister, Ms. Harsimrat, who awarded her for her achievement. Furthermore, Ms. Neha has actively contributed to society by participating in the COVID-19 vaccination drive during her time in Singapore, through her involvement in community service with Giving SG. She has also served at the Living Sanctuary Church for Sunday School services. Her core values revolve around reliability, discipline, integrity, and dedication. During her leisure time, Ms. Neha finds joy in listening to music, cycling, and reading short stories. She is known for her persistence, warm-heartedness, and agility with her learners.

Mr Devendra Kumar is a highly experienced professional with 12 years of expertise as a swimming coach. His specialization lies in the field of swimming, where he has dedicated himself to nurturing young talents and guiding them towards excellence. Throughout his career, he has worked at Step By Step School, shaping the future of aspiring swimmers. With a Master's degree in Physical Education from Kurukshetra University, Mr Kumar possesses a strong academic foundation. His outstanding achievements include being the batch topper in the High Performance Training Course conducted by the Sports Authority of India and the Australian Sports. Additionally, he has been recognized as the Two-Time Best Athlete at DAV College Chandigarh and has earned the title of Best Swimmer at various levels, from Haryana School State Games to University Games. Mr Kumar's disciplined work ethic, unwavering motivation, and dedication are exemplary. He instills these values in his athletes, inspiring them to push their boundaries and strive for success. With a proven track record of producing exceptional swimmers, Mr Devendra Kumar continues to make a significant impact in the field of swimming coaching, shaping the future of the sport.

Ms Gunjan Puri has established herself as a competent and experienced professional in the field of administration and human resources. With several years of work experience, she has honed her skills as an HR executive and an executive assistant/personal assistant to the CEO and Head of School. Her role in these positions involved coordinating with various departments, managing resources and ensuring smooth functioning of daily operations. Ms Puri's educational background in Banking and Finance from Symbiosis, Pune has given her a strong foundation in administrative work, enabling her to handle complex administrative tasks with ease. Ms Puri has also shown her dedication to social service by interning and volunteering with the NGO GOONJ. In her leisure time, she likes to express her creativity through art and cooking. As a person, Ms Puri is adaptable, humble, and ambitious. She has a positive attitude and a strong work ethic, and she always strives to learn and grow in her personal and professional life. Her ability to work well under pressure and handle challenging situations with a calm and composed demeanor makes her an asset to any team or organization.

Mr Niraj Chaudhary brings a wealth of expertise in music, encompassing guitar and vocal instruction, songwriting, and music composition also having experience as a band leader and judge for school competitions. He holds educational achievements in both music and computer science. His diploma in Hindustani Classical from Prayag Sangeet Samiti Prayagraj serves as a testament to his musical commitment, while his B. Tech degree in Computer Science from PTU Punjab underscores his technical prowess and problem-solving abilities in the realm of technology. Furthermore, Mr. Chaudhary has successfully released two original songs on various streaming platforms, garnering over 25,000 and 27,000 views, respectively. These accomplishments highlight his innate musical talent and creativity. During his leisure time, Mr Chaudhary enjoys watching movies, exploring culinary endeavors, traveling, and immersing himself in captivating landscapes.

Ms Simran Khullar - With an impressive 11 years of experience, Ms Simran has an enriching experience of working with renowned institutions such as GD Goenka, Serra International School, and Vibgyor High School. Her expertise lies in the field of administration and admissions, where she has specialized and excelled. Ms Simran holds a degree in EMPI-PGDM and completed her BCom from Punjab University. She strongly believes in the power of teamwork, hard work, and punctuality. In her leisure time, she is an enthusiastic reader, enjoys watching movies, and cherishes spending quality time with her son.

With a remarkable 8 years of experience in the education sector, Ms Surabhi Sharma brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for nurturing young minds. Her expertise encompasses pre-primary education, storytelling, puppet shows, and art and craft – skills that will undoubtedly enrich our academic faculty. Ms Sharma has previously contributed her talents to prestigious institutions such as Klay and Footprints, where she held roles involving early year nurturing, event coordination, and effective parent engagement. Beyond her impressive professional background, her commitment to making a positive impact extends to her involvement in a street dog NGO, where she provides comfort and care to homeless dogs, reflecting her values of kindness and compassion. In her leisure time, she enjoys crafting, watching shows, and playing with children in the garden, embodying the qualities of cheerfulness, bubbliness, and energy.

Mr Rohan Bariya - With 1.4 years of experience specializing in Hindi, Mr Rohan has made significant contributions to institutions like The Ardee School and Kunskapskolan School. Notably, Mr Rohan clinched the prestigious Hindi Olympiad Teachers Award in 2023, showcasing his dedication to academic excellence. Beyond his professional endeavors, his altruistic spirit shone through as he devoted four months to an NGO project, providing education to underserved children. His work ethics, centered on positivity, inclusivity, academic integrity, critical thinking, and diversity, highlight his commitment to fostering a wholesome learning environment. Outside the academic realm, his passion for poetry has garnered recognition, with one of his poems published in a central government magazine for the Hindi department. In essence, embodies empathy, dedication, and innovation, making him an invaluable member of our vibrant community.

Ms Aayushi Taneja - With 2 years of experience in education, specializing in Biology, Ms Aayushi has previously contributed her expertise at Vanasthali Public School, holding the position of TGT Science. Her academic journey includes a BSc.(Hons.) in Zoology from the University of Delhi and an MSc. (Hons.) from Lovely Professional University. Beyond her professional achievements, Ms Aayushi is deeply involved in social service, volunteering with Rotary Club and NGOs, and conducting awareness sessions on various societal issues. She believes in fostering critical thinking and scientific literacy among students while promoting a supportive learning environment. Outside of work, Ms Aayushi enjoys exploring different cultures through travel, experimenting with cuisines, and trekking.