Executive Director Academic
Chairman
Founding CEO Franchise Division
Anirudh Khaitan is a seasoned education entrepreneur and investor, dedicating over two decades of his career to fostering excellence in educational institutions and Edtech ventures. With a strong belief in the transformative power of education, Mr. Khaitan has made significant contributions to the sector, both in terms of strategic leadership and investment.
Mr. Khaitan serves as the Chairman of Khaitan Education Center, which operates top-tier K-12 schools in Uttar Pradesh and Bengal. The institution currently serves over 3,000 students, delivering quality education that nurtures young minds to their full potential. His visionary leadership and firm commitment to academic excellence have played a pivotal role in the growth and reputation of these schools.
In addition to his educational ventures in India, Mr. Khaitan is a co-founder of FICCI Arise, where he also holds the position of Co-Chair. FICCI Alliance for Re-Imagining School Education (ARISE) is a platform bringing together various stakeholders in school education, promoting dialogue, collaboration, and innovation to reimagine and enhance the educational landscape in India.
Mr. Khaitan also serves as the President of Khushii, a national-level NGO founded by the iconic cricketer, Mr. Kapil Dev. The organization is dedicated to helping children transform their lives through education, ensuring they complete their schooling. With over 45,000 beneficiaries across India, Khushii’s work resonates deeply with Mr. Khaitan’s commitment to improving educational access and outcomes.
Beyond his operational roles, Mr. Khaitan is an active angel investor in the education sector, both in the United States and India. Leveraging his expertise in finance and entrepreneurship, he seeks out and supports innovative educational ventures that have the potential to make a substantial impact.
Anirudh Khaitan is an alumnus of Babson College, Boston, USA, where he graduated with a double major in Finance and Entrepreneurship. This academic background has provided a robust foundation for his strategic leadership roles in education and his investment pursuits. He also held various leadership positions in EO Gurgaon, where he was instrumental in expanding its network of member entrepreneurs, furthering his commitment to fostering entrepreneurial spirit within the education sector.
Ms. Kapoor is an educator with over twenty years of experience in national and international settings. An alumna of Garhwal University, Ms. Kapoor topped the University in her Post Graduate Degree in Zoology with a specialization in Environmental Sciences. In addition ,she holds a Master’s in leadership and management from the University of Leicester UK and has spent over 13 years working across all key stages in diverse multicultural schools in London. She has served as a K-12 administrator , strategy manager, department head and professional development workshop facilitator.
She relocated to India in 2010 and joined the founder leadership team of Step-by-Step School, Noida, where she led teaching ,learning and professional development for over a decade.
An instructional coach, she is passionate about curriculum design and assessments. Skilled in educational leadership and strategy management, she is excited to build teacher capacity through evidence-based practice and oers school-based consultancy and school improvement programmes.
She brings with her a wealth of experience in innovative teacher-learning methodologies and school management systems. A nature and wellness enthusiast and committed yoga practitioner ,meditation and painting are her favourite de-stressing activities.
Mr. Asheesh Kumar Sharma is an MBA (Operations), ISO 9001-2001 (Lead Auditor) and a Green Belt Six Sigma. A specialist in branding, launching and establishing schools in India and abroad, he has worked in Senior Leadership positions for more than 18 years.
He started his journey with Delhi Public School, Indirapuram (Ghaziabad), as a Management Representative – Head of Administration. He then moved on to establish G.D.Goenka Public School, Raj Nagar Extension (Ghaziabad), where he worked as FounderDirector of Operations and Finance. He also worked for Dubai Ambassador Schools (UAE) as a Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and helped the school to obtain accreditation from Quality Control of India (QCI, India) as *NABET Coordinator. Gaursons India Pvt. Ltd. (GAURS) was his latest venture as the Founder and Chief Executive Offcer (CEO) Gaurs Group of Schools, and was instrumental in developing their Education Vertical (chain of schools).
His strength lies in Acquisitions, Architecture Assistance, Branding, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Recruitment, Training, Process Development, Financial Planning, Cost Accounting, Affiliations, Implementation of Policies and Systems, and the entire Organizational and Operational structures.
Literacy Coach
Academic Faculty
Ms. Sood’s speciality is literacy - the interplay of speaking, listening, reading and writing - with the underlay of critical, independent thinking and expression. She places special emphasis on the role of reading to and with children from their earliest years so as to awaken in them the flow of language
She taught middle school English and Social Stuidies at Shreyas School, Ahmedabad, and here in Delhi, lower primary at The British School for three years and at the American Embassy School for 13 years. She then served there as Vice Principal for 18 years. Her role focused on teacher training, observation and collaborative evaluation.
Ms. Sood holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from the State University of New York, cum laude, a Master’s degree in Indian History from the American University, Washington, DC and an Master’s degree Education in Supervision and Administration from the University of Maryland, USA.
Her passion remains teaching and learning and she views the classroom as the window on the nation's future
Ms Nautiyal did her schooling from Air Force Bal Bharati School, Lodhi Road. She has completed her graduation in Biotechnology, Chemistry and Zoology from Christ ( Deemed to be University), Bengaluru and post-graduation in biotechnology from Amity University, Noida. She also works for ‘Wishes and Blessings’ which is a Delhi based NGO.
She believes that education is a two-way street in which we both give and receive knowledge. She wants to demonstrate to the world, as a teacher, her belief that each child has a magical impact on their own and other people's lives. Ms Nautiyal wants to empower her students and boost their confidence so that they can take important steps in their lives.
She is also a highly motivated, optimistic, and positive individual who enjoys travelling around the world.
Academic Coordinator
Academic Coordinator
She is an educator by passion who firmly believes in lifelong love for learning. She is a CTET qualified educator with an MBA in Finance from Gujarat University. She is also certified from the British Council with CEFR C1 Advanced. Having almost 6 years of experience working with schools like Dewan Public School, Narayana e techno School and DPS Ghaziabad, Ms Tyagi is an enthusiastic and inspiring educator. She is a strong advocate of the idea that a child -centered curriculum is the key to promote a love for learning in young learners.
A facilitator with a vision to create inspiring learning experiences, Ms Srivastava believes in creating resilient and creative learning spaces energised with innovation, laughter and harmony.
She encourages learners to voice their opinions, choose wisely and own their decisions to evolve with the changing world.
She completed her Bachelor’s in Human Development from Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi and B.Ed from Amity University, Noida. She has previously worked with Cambridge Foundation School, Khaitan Public School and DPSG-Meerut Road. A certified Cambridge, PYP IB and CBSE facilitator, Ms Srivastava is also a panellist in FICCI ARISE.
Academic Faculty
Academic Faculty
Ms. Mathur has done her M.A from Delhi University and holds her B.Ed degree from GGSIP University. She is CTET and UPTET Qualified and has almost 11 years of experience, working with schools like Khaitan Public School, Sahibabad and DLF Public School, Sahibabad. She is an active and efficient facilitator who believes that honesty ,empathy and learning by doing are essential to take the best out of a learner. By nature, Ms.Mathur is always curious to learner, explore and loves helping everyone around her.
Mr. Roger Williams attended Somerville School in Noida and graduated from the Delhi University (Bcom Hons). He began his music career as a session musician and has shared the stage with number of celebrities, including Mr Tulsi Kumar, as well as international bands. He also holds international experience in teaching and producing music. Mr Williams is a certified music producer from the Sri Aurobindo Centre of Arts and Communication, in addition to being a music teacher and session musician. He can play almost any musical instrument, including drums, guitars (bass, electric, and acoustic), keyboard, and ukulele, to name a few.
Academic Faculty
Academic Faculty
Academic Faculty
Ms. Singhal has done her M.Com from IGNOU and holds her B.Ed degree from CCS University. She has almost 5 years of experience, working with schools like Khaitan Public School, Sahibabad and DPS Ghaziabad. She is an active and efficient facilitator who believes that honesty and empathy is essential to take the best out of a learner. By nature, Ms. Singhal is always curious to explore and loves helping everyone around her.
Ms. Shubhangi has been teaching and practicing art for eight years. She has worked with prestigious institutes such as Step By Step School in Noida and as an Assistant Professor at Delhi University for 5 years. In order to pursue her passion for making art education accessible, relatable, and substantial, she gives lectures on art history, appreciation, and criticism, as well as workshops on various mediums at various academic and non-academic levels of universities, colleges, schools, NGOs, galleries, and corporates such as Google and Louis Vuitton.
She has a Master's degree in Fine Arts from the University of Delhi's College of Art and a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts from Kurukshetra University. She has received a National Scholarship from the Minister of Culture, Government of India, and has received numerous awards and recognitions at the national and international levels.
Ms. Tyagi firmly believes that Art is essential and critical for the overall development of every child, whatever be their physical-mental-intellectual orientation might be.
Being trained under renowned Guru in Mayurbhanj Chhau & Contemporary dance for 15 years, Ms. Akancha Priyadarshini has travelled to different prestigious festivals in & out of the country to perform, teach & choreograph for last 10 Years. She has performed at Rashtrapati bhavan twice and has been awarded by WASME, Government Of India for taking forward the culture of our country forward. Ms Priyadarshini has a very special space for children in her heart. She believes that children can create magic with their positivity and are a source of inspiration & imagination for her.
Vice Principal
Head of School - Junior
Director of Curriculum and Assessments
An experienced educator, Ms. Sharma is passionate about implementing pedagogical innovations. With a Bachelor of Science from Sophia College, Mumbai and a Master's in science from MS University, Vadodara, she secured a seat for PhD at IIT Mumbai before she decided to pursue her *first love; working with young adults, instilling a love for learning and life. She has a vast research experience in the *eld of Biochemistry and is a GATE qualified scholar.
Her learning journey spans over 22 years, having worked in some of the most progressive and leading institutions such as Mother's International School Delhi, Step-by-Step School, Noida. She has held a variety of responsible positions,
designing experiential curriculums and teacher professional development programs. During her illustrious career, she has been recognised by the Federation of Public Schools, Delhi for innovation in teaching and learning.
A recipient of 'The KC Mahindra Honour Award' at Sophia College, Mumbai, for her research work, Ms. Sharma endeavours to generate curiosity in her students and encourages them to self-reflect before making choices in their lives.
A positive and optimistic person, Ms. Sharma is fond of travelling and reading. She is a firm believer in hard work and team learning to achieve excellence in life
Ms. Priyali Goel is a passionate educator and teacher trainer who specializes in academic and life skills intervention. Ms. Goel's work experience encompasses more than eighteen years of rich experience in schools like The British School, The Step-by-Step School, and The Prometheus School.
She mentored a team of authors and editors to develop an integrated experiential learning curriculum as the Director - Academic Excellence at a reputed publishing house. She has travelled across the country training educators of different schools to promote world acclaimed pedagogical approaches and best global practices in the field of education.
These almost two decades of experience is backed by a robust knowledge base, in-depth understanding and educational qualifications such as M.Ed. Special Education and M.Sc. Psychology.
She is committed to overall wellbeing of the students and to contribute to facilitate a paradigm shift in the way education is envisioned and delivered in the formative years.
Akshat Tewari is a seasoned professional with over ten years of leadership experience in the Education and IT sectors. Before joining Khaitan Education Centre (KEC) as the Director of Curriculum and Assessments, he significantly contributed as the Director of Academics at the Sitare Foundation. There, he successfully developed and implemented Sitare's educational model and continues to serve as an Advisor to the Board.
Holding a Bachelor of Technology degree in Electronics and Communication, Akshat's journey began as an engineer with a US-based MNC. During his tenure, he volunteered with several NGOs, initiating projects to teach children in slums, orphanages, and juvenile homes. The profound impact of this work on at-risk children began to reshape his perspective on schooling and education, inspiring him to leave his corporate job for a more meaningful contribution in the education sector.
Since then, Akshat has dedicated himself to K-12 education, working as a data-driven educator with reputed organizations and schools, including Teach for India and Step by Step School.
