EY / PYP Teachers

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Ms Vidhi Shah- PYP Homeroom teacher, Head of Language and Literacy for EYP/PYP

Vidhi is a dedicated PYP educator who believes in creating a nurturing and engaging environment where children can grow into confident and curious learners. With expertise in language and literacy, she designs meaningful learning experiences that inspire creativity and critical thinking. Vidhi also works closely with teachers and students to foster a love for learning and a strong sense of community.

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Ms Vandana Agrawal -PYP Homeroom Teacher

Vandana is a dedicated PYP Homeroom Teacher and Team Leader with extensive experience in primary education. She is passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences that foster curiosity and growth in her students. Vandana believes in the power of inquiry-based learning, encouraging students to ask questions, think critically, and make real-world connections. As a team leader, she collaborates with colleagues to enhance teaching practices and support student success. She embraces innovation in the classroom, incorporating technology and creative strategies to engage and inspire young minds.

 

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Ms Hetal Shah – PYP Homeroom Teacher

Hetal is an experienced PYP homeroom educator, passionate about nurturing inquiry-based learning in young minds. She believes in fostering a collaborative and engaging environment that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and global citizenship. Dedicated to holistic development, Hetal inspires students to become lifelong learners and compassionate contributors to their communities.

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Ms Anieta Monteiro – Primary Years Programme Homeroom Teacher and Team Leader

Anieta is a PYP Homeroom Teacher and Team Leader with years of experience in teaching the primary years. She is passionate about teaching, knowing that she makes a difference in her students’ lives. She firmly believes there is never a right or wrong moment to try something new—if it must be done, it must be done now. Anieta is also a strong advocate for inquiry-based learning, empowering students to cultivate their curiosity. She integrates technology and real-life connections to inspire learners and foster a lifelong love for learning.

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Ms Poonam Motihar – Early Years Homeroom Teacher, Early Years Team Leader and  PYP ATL Coordinator

Poonam serves as the Early Years Team Leader and PYP Approaches to Learning Coordinator. A passionate educator, she has been teaching toddlers and young children for nearly two decades. She believes in the innate potential of every child and advocates for nurturing voice, choice, and agency. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and listening to music.

 

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Ms Crystal Arroll – PYP Homeroom Teacher

Crystal is a devoted and vibrant PYP Homeroom teacher committed to creating a positive and engaging learning environment. She strives to cultivate respectful and compassionate students who are inspired to become lifelong learners. Crystal believes in the importance of balancing play and study to ensure a holistic educational experience. In her free time, she enjoys playing basketball, listening to music, and volunteering with NGOs dedicated to animal welfare.

 

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Ms Jigna Patani – Early Years Programme Homeroom Teacher, Professional Learning Coordinator

Jigna is a passionate educator with many years of experience. Her IB expertise promotes inquiry and global-mindedness, while her Montessori training nurtures independence and exploration. Jigna skillfully integrates structured methodologies with innovative, play-based, and hands-on strategies to enhance conceptual understanding. Her adaptability and dedication to continuous learning make her a versatile contributor to education.

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Ms Maya Mhatre – Whole School Hindi Teacher, Head of MYP Language Acquisition

Maya is a Hindi language teacher at Edubridge International School in Mumbai, where she has taught in the PYP and MYP for over a decade. She is also the Head of Department for the MYP Language Acquisition Facilitator and Assistant Examination Officer. With a strong passion for education, she believes that teaching is the noblest profession.

 

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Ms Meeta Kotadia – Early Years Programme Homeroom Teacher, Professional Learning Coordinator

Meeta is a dedicated and passionate Early Years Homeroom Teacher who believes in teaching and learning through play and humor. She loves travelling the world, exploring diverse cuisines, and connecting with children. Meeta views young learners as clay, ready to be shaped into responsible global citizens, and inspires them to embrace strong values for their journey ahead.

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Ms Tanaz Hataria – PYP Homeroom Teacher

Tanaz is a dedicated PYP Homeroom Teacher committed to fostering a love of learning and literacy by creating an inclusive classroom where every child feels valued, empowered, and seen. With a strong focus on student well-being, she prioritizes an inquiry-based teaching approach that nurtures creativity and curiosity. Her passion lies in helping students discover the joy of learning while nurturing their individual voices and talents.

 

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Ms Anjali Roy – PYP Art Teacher

Anjali is a passionate and creative educator who brings energy and enthusiasm to the Art room. With a love for both art and music, Anjali encourages students to explore their imagination, express themselves freely, and embrace new experiences. A traveler, poetry lover, and foodie, Anjali finds joy in life’s simple moments and brings that inspiration into teaching.

In the classroom, creativity has no limits, and mistakes are part of the learning process. Through storytelling, music, and cultural influences, Anjali makes art a fun and meaningful journey. Believing that “Every child is a different kind of flower, and altogether they make this world a beautiful garden,” Anjali is dedicated to fostering creativity and confidence in every student.

 

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Ms Prachi Shah – PYP Homeroom Teacher and Professional Learning Coordinator

Prachi, a dedicated PYP Homeroom Teacher, has been nurturing young learners for nearly a decade. Inspired by Carol Ann Tomlinson’s differentiated instruction pedagogy, she firmly believes in flexible, student-centered learning that nurtures engagement, growth, and independence. She emphasizes strong foundational skills and conceptual understanding, empowering students to explore the world with curiosity and confidence. Currently serving as a Professional Learning Coordinator, Prachi is committed to cultivating a collaborative and dynamic learning community. Beyond her professional role, she finds joy in reading, listening to music, and embracing spiritual growth.

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Ms Clarissa Lopes – PYP Co-teacher

Clarissa is a dedicated PYP teacher who believes in creating a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. She encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and collaboration through inquiry-based learning and real-world connections. Passionate about fostering creativity and problem-solving, Clarissa strives to help students develop essential skills, empathy, and a global mindset.

 

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Ms Priti Shah -Primary Years Programme Co-Teacher

Priti is a dedicated Primary Years Programme (PYP) educator committed to fostering both academic growth and emotional well-being. She embraces experiential learning, using hands-on activities and real-world experiences to spark curiosity and a love for learning. Priti prioritizes her students’ mental health, creating a safe and supportive environment where every child feels valued. By nurturing a growth mindset, she empowers students to face challenges with confidence.

 

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Ms Shahima Shaikh – Early Years Programme Co-teacher

Shahima is a dedicated Early Years Teacher who is passionate about creating a supportive learning environment where students can grow intellectually, emotionally, socially, spiritually, and psychologically. She believes in empowering each learner to reach their full potential through collaborative and inclusive teaching. Shahima’s goal is to inspire and guide students towards becoming lifelong learners and compassionate individuals.

 

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Ms Saachi Shah – Early Years Programme Co-teacher

Saachi is an enthusiastic Early Years educator who enjoys working with children. She creates a nurturing environment where young learners feel safe, valued, and excited to explore. She uses creative and engaging methods to make learning fun while meeting each child’s individual needs. Outside the classroom, she enjoys storytelling, and outdoor activities, and constantly seeking new ways to grow as an educator.

 

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Ms Juilee Mulay – Primary Years Programme Homeroom Teacher and Professional Learning Coordinator

Juilee has been an educator for nearly a decade, dedicated to empowering young minds and fostering holistic development. She believes teaching is both a privilege and a responsibility, shaping students into engaged, lifelong learners through collaborative play and inquiry.

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Ms Priyanka Pai – PYP Co-teacher

Priyanka is a dedicated PYP educator who is passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment that caters to each child’s unique needs and interests. She believes in fostering curiosity and critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning and hands-on activities. By using positive reinforcement and collaborative partnerships with parents and colleagues, she strives to empower learners to reach their full potential.

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Ms Devika Sawant – PYP Co-teacher

For a decade, Devika has dedicated herself to guiding young learners, developing a profound understanding of their diverse needs and learning styles. Her pedagogical approach is deeply rooted in inquiry-based, holistic education, fostering critical thinking and a lifelong love of learning. Passionate about exploration, she finds inspiration in travel, reading, and nature.

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Ms Ayantika Ganguly – Early Years Programme Co-teacher

Ayantika is a dedicated Early Years Co-Teacher who is passionate about nurturing curiosity and creativity in young learners. She believes in creating warm, joyful, and inclusive environments where every child feels encouraged to explore, discover, and grow at their own pace. A food and travel enthusiast, Ayantika has a passion for experiencing new cultures through travel, enjoys cooking diverse cuisines inspired by her journeys, and has a love for music.

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 Ms Aashna Mehta   – Early Years Programme Homeroom Teacher, Professional Learning Coordinator

Aashna is an enthusiastic Early Years Homeroom Teacher whose goal is to foster an interactive and lively educational environment. She is a strong advocate of inquiry-based learning, wherein students are empowered to explore their curiosity. By incorporating technology and real-life connections, she aims to inspire students and nurture their love for learning. During her free time, she finds solace in watching movies, painting, cooking and savouring delicious meals.

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 Ms Flevy Menezes – Early Years Programme Homeroom Teacher

Flevy is an early years teacher who nurtures curiosity and creativity in her classroom. She believes in the magic of play and hands-on discovery, creating a space where children feel free to express themselves and explore their world. For Flevy, teaching is about nurturing each child’s unique potential and turning everyday moments into opportunities for wonder and growth.

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 Ms Hinashree Ajay Muni – Primary and Middle Years Programme French Teacher

Hinashree Is a French educator with extensive experience teaching PYP and MYP. She is dedicated to fostering language acquisition and cultural understanding through engaging and interactive lessons andis committed to helping students develop strong communication skills as well as a lifelong love of the French language.

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 Ms Nirali Khuthiya – Early Years Programme Homeroom Teacher

Nirali is a dedicated early years educator with over a decade of experience, fostering curiosity, creativity, and conceptual understanding through play-based and hands-on learning. Committed to the IB philosophy, she nurtures inquiry, independence, and a lifelong love for learning in a supportive and engaging classroom environment.

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 Ms Palak Shah – Primary Years Programme Homeroom Teacher

With an infectious passion for teaching, I always aim to ignite the spark of curiosity within my students’ hearts, encouraging them to delve deeper, question relentlessly and develop a thirst for knowledge. Beyond the academic realm, I see myself as a mentor, guiding my students on their journey towards personal growth, resilience and empathy. I truly believe in what William Arthur Ward once said, ‘Teaching is more than imparting knowledge; it is inspiring change. Learning is more than absorbing facts; it is acquiring understanding.’

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 Ms Prachi Mehta – Primary Years Programme Homeroom Teacher

Prachi is a dedicated educator in the Primary Years Programme (PYP), committed to fostering both academic growth and emotional well-being. Believing strongly in experiential learning, she engages students in hands-on activities and real-world experiences to inspire curiosity and a love for learning. By encouraging emotional resilience and a growth mindset, she empowers students to face challenges confidently. She aims to help students become compassionate, thoughtful global citizens who approach the world with empathy and a sense of wonder.

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 Ms Queenie Ghogari – Primary Years Programme Co-Teacher

Queenie is a passionate and dedicated PYP teacher who embraces lifelong learning from experienced educators. She fosters curiosity, believes in child-centered learning, and creates a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and confident. Committed and internationally minded, she enjoys reading stories to children and exploring the world through solo trips, biking, and trekking.

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 Ms Renelle Dsouza – Early Years Programme Co-Teacher

Renelle is a passionate kindergarten teacher dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming classroom where every child is excited to learn. With a love for art, she seamlessly integrates creativity into the teaching process, believing that each child is unique and learns in their own way. Outside of the classroom, Renelle enjoys baking, illustrating, photography and exploring the outdoors through biking and hiking.

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 Ms. Sakshi Kasare – Primary Years Programme Co-Teacher

Sakshi is a dedicated PYP educator who is committed to cultivating a love for learning through inquiry-driven teaching. She strives to create a classroom where curiosity, collaboration, and creativity thrive. By promoting critical thinking and global awareness, she empowers her students to become thoughtful and responsible citizens.

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 Ms Tanya Gandass – Primary Years Programme Co-Teacher

Tanya has been teaching primary students for five years. During this journey, she has learned to appreciate their diverse needs and dispositions. Throughout her teaching experience, she has grown passionate about fostering inquiry-based, student-led learning in her classroom. She loves travelling to new places, reading books, and exploring nature.

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Ms Nehal Jain – Early Years Programme Co-Teacher

Nehal is a dedicated Early Years teacher who creates a nurturing environment where young children feel safe, valued, and eager to learn. She uses creative, hands-on approaches to inspire curiosity and support each child’s individual development, helping them build confidence and essential social skills. Outside the classroom, she enjoys traveling and engaging in creative hobbies that fuel her teaching.

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 Ms Amina Khan – Primary Years Programme Co-Teacher

Amina is a passionate educator in the Primary Years Programme, dedicated to academic success and emotional well-being. She emphasizes experiential learning through hands-on activities that spark curiosity. By fostering a nurturing environment, she promotes resilience and a growth mindset. Amina aims to create happy humans who approach the world with compassion.

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 Ms Anju Pandey – Whole School Hindi Teacher

Anju Pandey is a PYP Hindi language facilitator who loves teaching young learners. She has a passion for education and believes that every child can learn and grow with the right support. With her warm and encouraging approach, she makes learning Hindi fun and engaging. Anju enjoys working with children and inspires them to be creative and confident. She is dedicated to helping her students develop a strong foundation in Hindi while fostering a love for the language.

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 Ms Krutika Shah – Primary Year Program Co-Teacher

Krutika is a dedicated PYP educator with nearly a decade of experience in inspiring and nurturing young learners. Passionate about creating a joyful and meaningful learning experience, she strives to make a positive impact in the classroom. Beyond teaching, she enjoys traveling, meditating, and exploring diverse cuisines.

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 Ms Poonam Kanabar – Early Years Programme Co-Teacher.

Poonam is a committed early years educator with a solid academic foundation and a deep passion for both teaching and personal development. She firmly believes that every child is unique and capable of incredible growth when provided with the right environment. Her passion for teaching stems from a desire to ignite curiosity, foster confidence, and make a lasting impact.

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 Ms Fiza Jaggi – PYP and MYP Spanish Teacher

Fiza has had a passion for travelling and a penchant for languages throughout her growing up years. Having studied Spanish for over five years, she has also spent a year-long stint as a Language and Culture Auxiliary in Cádiz and done her Master’s in Spanish in Alicante, Spain, thereby truly assimilating the culture and the Spanish way of life. Compassionate and passionate about her calling in life, Fiza teaches with her head and heart and strives to make her classroom a safe space for her students.

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 Ms Anupam Vidhani – Primary Years Programme Co-Teacher

Anupam is a passionate PYP educator dedicated to fostering a love of lifelong learning in every child, believing deeply in child-centered learning. She believes in creating a warm and inclusive classroom environment where students feel safe to explore their curiosities, ask questions and express themselves freely. She is committed to nurturing compassionate learners who understand the importance of empathy, kindness and respect for all and is always enthusiastic in seeking new knowledge and innovative teaching methods to best support students’ growth.

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 Ms Sakshi Jain – Primary Years Programme Co-Teacher

Sakshi is a passionate and dedicated educator in the Primary Years Programme (PYP), committed to fostering both academic growth and emotional well-being. She firmly believes in empowering students to paint their own blank canvas, providing them with the opportunity to explore their potential. Through experiential learning, hands-on activities, and real-world experiences, she ignites curiosity and cultivates a lifelong love for learning.

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Ms Priyanka Jhaveri  – Primary Years Programme  Homeroom Teacher and ATL Leader

A passionate and dedicated educator, Priyanka believes in empowering students by fostering voice, choice, and agency. She also currently serves as the PYP ATL Leader. She champions concept-based learning, enabling students to make meaningful connections and develop a global perspective. Guided by Einstein’s belief that education is about training the mind to think rather than learning facts, Priyanka strives to create an environment where students explore, question, and grow with confidence. Beyond the classroom, she finds joy in dancing, travelling the world, meditation, and exercise.

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Ms Saumya Asthana – Primary Years Programme  Co-Teacher

Saumya is a dedicated PYP teacher, specializing in inquiry-based learning for primary students. Committed to nurturing individual strengths, she creates a dynamic classroom that encourages exploration, skill development, and a love for learning. Her goal is to instill confidence and curiosity, preparing students for future challenges.