The National Institute of Technology (NIT- Adityapur) has started free coaching classes for the under privileged children of the surrounding villages with the aim to provide knowledge support to aspiring engineers from the marginalized community.The Centre for Community Welfare of NIT, as part of the social responsibility program has introduced free coaching classes for the students of Class 8th- Class 12th of the adjoining villages.This is also an effort to prepare these students for entrance examination to various engineering colleges. The scheme inaugurated on Novemebr 1, 2013 will help students from marginalised community to make their headway into the institutes of high repute like NIT.The students of the NIT college will be taking up the classes, if required the faculty might join them in the future. Girl students will be highly encouraged to enroll for these classes, said the college administration on the inauguration of the scheme. The NIT management and students are gathering lot of appreciation for this initiative to empower the economically backward children and creating a better future for them.
Mexus Announces iKen Scientifica 2013-14 competition for Students
Mexus Education Pvt Ltd, an education innovations company has announced ‘iKen Scientifica-2013, India’s largest hand-on global science competition for students from class four to class nine. The competition is open to all Students and Schools across the country. iKen Scientifica has witnessed increasing participation every year since its inception. Approximately 5,00,000 students participate every year. This is 7th Year of Scientifica Competition.
Participation categories are divided as Level 1 (standard 4th & 5th), Level 2 (Standard 6th & 7th) and Level 3 (Standard 8th & 9th). The Competition will be conducted in three rounds. Theme for Round-1 is ‘Industrial Science Problems’, based on which participants are required to select a Problem Statement from the given list of real life problem statements. Participants have to find an innovative solution by exploring into the existing solutions, looking into their surroundings and propose the business aspect of their solution. After clearing Round-1, participants will be shortlisted for Round-2, which is the Contraption Challenge (Team Round). In this Round-2 students are expected to make a contraption (a series of mechanisms that can be triggered one after another) based on an interesting theme. Round-3 is a Hands-on Round, where students will be tested on their hands-on and interpersonal skills.
Winners of Round-3 will win a trip to National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA); all expenses covered by Mexus and four runners up from each level will be rewarded with exciting gadgets.
Announcing the competition, Anil Goyal, Director and CEO of Mexus Education Pvt Ltd said, “iKen Scientifica competition helps students get acquainted with different concepts and hypothesis, which is beneficial for scientific learning and develops their under covered logical and critical thinking aptitude. Also, this competition provides a global platform for students to prove their mettle and learn important life skills like teamwork, leadership and resource management”
Heriot-Watt Expands Academic Frontiers in the UAE
Scotland’s Minister of External Affairs and International Development, Humza Yousaf MSP, formally announced the launch of PhD programmes at Heriot-Watt University’s Dubai Campus. PhD programmes will be available from the University’s School of Management & Languages, School of Engineering and Physical Science and School of the Built Environment.
The year 2012 saw a significant increase in the number of students in UAE enrolling for higher education pursuing bachelors and postgraduate degrees; however, this figure was only 1% for doctoral programmes.
Minister for External Affairs and International Affairs Humza Yousaf said, “Heriot-Watt’s new and extended PhD programme will offer graduates more opportunity to further their studies.
“The Dubai Campus, opened by the First Minister in 2011, now has capacity for 4,500 students and over 100 staff, a testament to the quality of education offered at Heriot Watt and its ambitions as a truly international university.
“Scottish education is renowned for excellence across the world. We have a world-class infrastructure with 15 universities, five specialist higher education institutes and excellent teaching resources, it is sector we are very proud of and a fantastic example of Scotland’s capabilities in delivering world class events which we’ll see again as we host the Ryder Cup and the Commonwealth Games in 2014.
“Education is an international business and it is exciting to see such collaborations with the Emirates come to fruition reaping benefits for the Scottish economy.” The Edinburgh headquartered university is one of the leading institutions in the UK and Scotland with a strong academic legacy of 180 years. Heriot-Watt University Dubai is committed to offering the home campus’s renowned courses and educational quality here in the Gulf. At present the University offers over 40 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Ammar Kaka, Head of Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus, said, “Heriot-Watt University Dubai campus understands the requirement for quality academic research options in the UAE and are excited about introducing some of the most prestigious PhD programmes from Edinburgh campus here in the UAE.
“A PhD is a commitment to one subject and it expands the student’s academic expertise in that topic as well as employability. By offering these doctoral programmes the University is keen to participate in developing the Nation’s research capacity and be actively involved in providing highly skilled and professional individuals to the economy.”
NIIT University Launches Microsoft Innovation Center
Established with a vision to bring about innovation in higher education and learning in emerging areas of the knowledge society, the not-for-profit NIIT University (NU) has announced the launch of a Microsoft Innovation Center (MIC) on its campus in Neemrana. A Collaboration Agreement was signed today to formalize the partnership between Microsoft and NIIT University in the presence of Vijay Thadani, Co-Founder, NIIT University, Dr Rajendra Pandey, President, NIIT University and Bhaskar Pramanik, Chairman, Microsoft Corporation (India) Private Limited.
Under this Agreement, Microsoft will collaborate with NU to facilitate setting up Microsoft Innovation Centre (MIC) with an aim to foster the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship amongst University students, by helping them apply their knowledge and technological know-how to real life problems and thus open employment and entrepreneurship avenues for the students.
Speaking on the occasion Vijay Thadani, Co-founder, NIIT University said, “The unified purpose of promoting a research centric approach, for developing skilled manpower for the Global IT Industry has brought NIIT University and Microsoft together, to launch Microsoft Innovation Center at our University campus in Neemrana. Through this initiative we aim to foster the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in our students.”
Microsoft Innovation Centers (MICs) are state of art technology facilities for collaboration on innovative research, technology or software solutions, involving a combination of government, academic and industry participants. While each center tunes its programs to local needs, they all provide similar content and services designed to accelerate technology advances and stimulate local software economies through skills and professional training, industry partnerships and innovation. Since the launch of the programme a total of 29 MICs have been set up in India.
Commenting on the launch of the Microsoft Innovation Center, Mr. Bhaskar Pramanik, Chairman, Microsoft Corporation (India) Private Limited, said, “Building avenues for entrepreneurship is critical for enabling India’s continued economic growth. The Microsoft Innovation Centre at NIIT University will give students the opportunity to experience the latest in technology, sparking new ideas and innovation.
The MIC at NIIT University will be among the other such centers worldwide, facilitating collaboration on IT-based research and development, product development and management, technology advancement, professional training, industry partnerships, placement opportunities, skill management, knowledge transfer and strong industry-institute interactions. The University will get access to key resources such as new platforms and software from Microsoft for the effective functioning of the MIC.
Dr. Rajendra Pandey, President, NIIT University said, “With strong focus on innovation and research at NIIT University, we believe that education is a life-long process and real learning happens only through experience. Our partnership with Microsoft Corporation, will give our students an opportunity to innovate and come up with technological solutions to real life problems.”
The NIIT University currently offers 4-year BTech programme in three streams: Biotechnology (BT), Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), and Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE). Each stream has a very strong research-focus and industry aligned curriculum.
The University also offers MTech Programmes in Educational Technology, Embedded Solutions and Convergence, Computing & Communications and Bioinformatics; and PhD programmes in all the above disciplines. The University also offers MTech Programme in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Nestled in the foothills of the Aravali range in Neemrana, Rajasthan, the picturesque 100-acre fully residential green campus of NIIT University is equipped with state-of-the-art technology-enabled methodology that’s backed by a strong research-focused curriculum for facilitating a continuous process of learning and development. Since its inception in 2009, NIIT University has made significant progress in research and innovation in curriculum development and design. Conceptualized as an institute of excellence, NIIT University provides exceptional education based on the four Core Principles that make learning industry-linked, technology-based, research-driven and seamless.
BHC Celebrates UK-India Partnership on Research & Innovation
To commemorate UK-India collaboration on research and innovation, the British High Commission, New Delhi is celebrating Research & Innovation Week from November 11-15. During the week, the UK Science and Innovation Network (SIN), Department for International Development (DFID) South Asia Research Hub and the UK-India Education and Research Initiative (UKIERI) in partnership with Research Councils UK (RCUK) India are bringing together senior academics, research funders, policy makers and key government officials from both the countries.
Research is the fastest growing area of bilateral cooperation. Highpoint of the celebration this week is the announcement of £150mn in UK-India joint research collaboration, since 2008. (Please refer to announcements in the end)
Speaking at the UK-India Research and Innovation Showcase, held in New Delhi, Sir Mark Walport, Chief Scientific Adviser to the UK Government, said:
“India and the UK make for excellent partners in research and innovation and the relationship has gone from strength to strength. The UK’s research community punches significantly above its weight, producing 14% of the world’s most highly cited research publications. In any field you look at, we truly value the enormous contributions that scientists of Indian origin bring to make British research and innovation great.’’
Jointly hosted by British High Commissioner to India, Sir James Bevan, KCMG, and Sir Mark Walport, the event to celebrate the RCUK India’s fifth anniversary was also held at the British High Commission in New Delhi.
Prof Paul Boyle, RCUK International Champion, said, “RCUK India has a clear goal – for the UK to become India’s partner of choice in research. The joint research programme has gone from an almost zero base prior to 2008 to close to £150mn now, funding more than 80 high-quality, high-impact research projects involving over 90 industry partners – and this continues to grow’’
Dr T Ramasami, Secretary to the Government of India’s Department of Science and Technology, said, “It gives me immense pleasure to congratulate our two countries on building an epic partnership in the field of research and innovation. I am particularly pleased at our advancement towards building academic and industry links”.
The India-UK Collaborative Industrial R&D Programme was launched with an ultimate aim to develop innovative products and services to deliver economic and social benefits. New funding up to £5mn from the Technology Strategy Board which is the UK’s innovation agency, with matched resources from India’s Department of Science Technology (DST) was announced for industrial R&D collaboration. It will support business-led projects between Indian and UK companies.
David Golding, Head of Strategy at the Technology Strategy Board, UK said in New Delhi, “The Technology Strategy Board is very pleased to be working with the Global Innovation & Technology Alliance and the Department of Science & Technology. This is a very important and exciting opportunity. Combining the best of Indian and UK expertise and capabilities has the potential to lead to some truly innovative developments, to the benefit of both countries.”
This is the first bilateral programme to be established between the Global Innovation & Technology Alliance, on behalf of the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, and the Technology Strategy Board, UK.
FICCI Felicitates Educationist Sushma Berlia at HES 2013
The 9th ‘FICCI Higher Education Summit 2013′ was inaugurated by Shashi Tharoor, Minister of State, MHRD. On this occasion, FICCI felicitated Sushma Berlia, President, Apeejay Education Society and Chancellor of Apeejay Stya University, for ‘Outstanding Contribution to Education’.
Sushma Berlia was honoured for her continued support and guidance in making FICCI a leading voice in the higher education space. Her passion and out-of-the-box thinking has contributed towards the paradigm shift in the higher education space. As Chair of the FICCI Higher Education Committee, she has steered the group towards taking up critical issues in the sector”.
Thanking FICCI, Sushma Berlia said, “I am honoured to be recognized by FICCI and wish to dedicate this award to my late father, Dr Stya Paul, who not only contributed significantly to the cause of education towards nation building, but was a constant source of inspiration and encouragement in my journey towards excellence in education—not only within the Apeejay Stya Group but also to the cause of education at large.”
Berlia added: “It has been my privilege to be associated with FICCI over the years, and to get the opportunity to work with like minded people committed to the cause of improving the country’s education scenario. It gives me great satisfaction that this incredible synergy has led to the FICCI Higher Education Summit (HES) becoming one of the most sought-after summits for higher education in India and abroad.”
Pre-School & Higher Education :: November 2013
EDITORIAL
Rapid Expansion from Preschool to Higher Education
LEADERS SPEAK
Empowering Citizens with Education
We must do Justice to Quality Requirement
COVER STORY: PRESCHOOL
Emerging Preschool Chains in India
CLOSE UP
Structured Program for Toddlers
Equipping Children to Meet the Challenges Ahead
Providing Quality Education from Cradle to Career
Integrating Modern Pedagogies of Teaching
Skilling Kids in a Free and Spirited way
Making Teaching a Joy and Learning a Pleasure
SPECIAL FEATURE
Relevance of Higher Education in 21st Century
CYBER SECURITY
Promising career in Cyber Security
ACADEMIA SPEAK
Universities Must Promote National Interest
Quality Enhancement Has No Limits
POLICY MATTER
Technical Institutes Push for a Regulator
CORPORATE DIARY
“India’s Ascent into the Online Education Sector is Slow but Sure!”
INDUSTRY SPEAK
ICTs for Fostering a Culture of Peace and Non-Violence
Empowering Citizens with Education
“If we want to have the best ICT infrastructure in our schools then we have to be ready to make very large investments,” says Mantriprasad Naithani, Minister of Education, Government of Uttarakhand. In conversation with Mohd Ujaley
In the meeting of Central Advisory Board of Education (CABE), you raised the issue of slashing the budget of states under Right to Education Act (RTE). What has been the response of HRD Minister on this issue?
The Minister has replied positively, he has explained the reasons behind the cut. However, in the states, we have to look into it from the point of practical implication of this decision. What has happened is that initially an amount was sanctioned for the states under Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA). After that the states started their planning for the expenditure but suddenly, the budget has been cut. This has created much discomfort for the states. For example, in my state – Uttrakhand, we have recruited people to work on RTE; however, now we are unable to ask them to join as we don’t have budget for the same. Such issues create lot of distrust and problem for the general publtic. I have spoken to Minister and requested him that at-least budget should not be slashed midway as investments on some of initiatives have already been done.
Large numbers of schools are yet to comply with various provisions of the RTE Act. What should be the best way forward for higher compliance?
We enact laws for the people; therefore, we have to see whether it is serving it purpose or not. An amendment can always be made if required. The good thing about RTE is that it has created huge awareness about education across the country. But best results can only be achieved when the government has the will to strictly enforce guidelines on the implementation of RTE. The Gross Enrolment Ration (GER) has increased, but it is also true that there are large numbers of schools that are yet to comply with RTE. I feel we need to be more flexible and punish only those schools which have shown complete negligence. We may also give more time to schools for adhering to the guidelines of RTE. Also, we have to keep in mind that various initiatives under SSA or RTE cannot meet the deadline, because budget has been slashed midway and some of the states, such as Uttarakhand, have their own socio-geographic dynamics that is different from rest of the country.
Requirement of minimum area under RTE is another bone of contention. In Uttarakhand, it is hard to get 3.5 acre of land for schools. What is your view on this subject?
That is absolutely right. In Uttrakhand the population is booming and there is lot of pressure on land, therefore it is hard to get the land required to follow the RTE Act. That is why before finalising legislation, it is important to take into account the diversity and other sociogeographic challenges of the country. Various central government schemes have not yielded the anticipated results because we failed to adequately focus on the diversity of the country and I feel that is huge failure at planning level.
What is your opinion on central government opening more new universities in state?
I think, central government should open more new universities in the state. When centre opens an university, its structure, functioning and approach is bound to be more universal. State universities are created to serve the people of the state; the state government should try to bring them at par with central universities such as DU, JNU, JMI etc. The Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University has been converted from state university to central university. I am not in favour of such conversions, as they do not help the state. Through such conversions we are not creating new infrastructure or new jobs rather we are surrendering one of our universities to centre government. Now our local students are facing problem in getting admission. Ideally, centre should open more new universities in a state; the centre should also help the states to overhaul their state universities to make them at par with central universities.
One good thing about RTE is that this initiative has created huge awareness about education across the country”
What are the major challenges you see in ICT in education?
Use of ICT is good for education. Technology gives us an opportunity to reach out to maximum number of students. The main challenge that I see is that of investment – ICT in school requires huge investment, and there seems to be confusion on the best practices that have the best returns. Also, our aim should be to use ICT in schools for learning general subjects such as Maths, English, and Science etc., in easy and efficient way rather than getting carried away by newer technologies. The other big challenge to technology is poor infrastructure of our country. You may have best of the technologies, but you can’t use it if you don’t have adequate infrastructure in place.
You have always expressed the opinion that education should have some kind of value in it to bring maximum benefit to the students. Can schools alone inculcate value in a student?
School alone cannot do it. It is the shared responsibility of schools, parents and society at large to give right values to students. At government level, we can create syllabus, sensitise our teachers, but the parents also have to take an initiative. They have to play a more constructive role in the overall development of a child. I am happy now education is becoming priorities for the parents and it will surely produce good citizens in the country who will respect their elders, women and person in need. In Uttrakhand, we are heavily focusing on girl’s education and we are among the top states which fully utilises the central government initiatives. And, I feel, the more educated girls are, the better it is for the country.
Providing Quality Education from Cradle to Career
Jain Toddlers – an international play school
Year of inception: 2007
Founder and Chairperson: Chenraj Roychand
COO: Chandrashekar D.P.
Head office: Hyderabad
Address: Survey No.187, Botanical Garden Road, Masjid Banda, Kondapur, Hyderabad – 500 084
Website: www.toddlers.ac.in
Jain Toddler has been granted international affiliation based on the standards of its environment, curriculum, learning resources and faculty. The school’s team comprises a group of experienced and passionate early childhood practitioners with extensive training by international instructors in all areas of child development.
School’s Philosophy
Providing quality education from cradle to career thereby creating human assets. Fuelling economic growth by developing new generation entrepreneurs. Creating a globally networked community of leaders, technocrats, scientists, sportsmen and professionals.
USP
The school’s child centric curriculum ‘PEARL’ (Play, Engage, Activity, Reflect, and Learn) helps us to focus on personal care, parent’s involvement, besides traditions and values. We believe in holistic development and nutritious food and structured sports
Franchise Process |
| Business ExpansionPresence across India – 22 locations Franchise Option – Yes Number of franchise – 5 Expansion Plans – 100 centres by 2015Requirement for taking Franchise: Investment required for 8000 sqft area is `23 – 25 Lakhs Investemnt required for 4000 sqft area is `18 – 20 Lakhs Deliverables for franchise owner:Layout and Designing: Floor plans and an easy to follow design/build package is created during the initial fit-out stage, which is managed with the complete support and direction of the Jain Toddler’s in-house team. Launch Support: Initial training seminars and on-site help is provided, organize and conduct the grand opening launch. Oneon- one support is provided whenever required. Training Programmes: Complete comprehensive training programme to prepare the owners and key managers with the knowledge and tools to manage a Jain Toddler’s franchise is provided, from class curriculum to marketing and business operations. Videos and Manuals: In-depth operation manuals provide an additional resource for managers, teachers and owners, and provide ongoing details for running a Jain Toddler’s franchise. Continuous Support: A home office team is available for questions, assistance, and all concerns within 48 hours ! Marketing and Branding: An array of unique promotional and marketing materials are provided. Franchise owners are helped in detailed marketing plans and strategies. Wide range of online, web-to-print and design solutions makes it easy to market the business.Why Partner with Jain Toddler’s ?  Cradle to career: With JGI network spread across pan India, there is scope for continual education for toddlers in Jain schools and institutions, which is an added advantage for our partners.Strong background: Jain Toddler’s is backed by the Jain Group of Institutions which has over two decades of rich academic experience, which would be the guiding strength behind our franchises. Knowledge Sharing: Presence in over 22 locations has given the right exposure and knowledge of school operations which will benefit our franchises. Child-centric Curriculum: JGI has a unique and balanced self developed curriculum ‘PEARL’ (Play, Engage, Activity, Reflect, Learn) which gives the group an edge over other pre-schools. Multicultural Advantage: Having schools in five different states helped the group excel in diverse cultures and geographies so will help new franchisee owners wanting to venture in a new area. Contact person for Franchise Enquiry: Rishi Pransukhka, Franchise Manager; +91 7396029351 |
Admission Process |
 Minimum Age for admission: 1 ½ yearsAdmission procedure and fee Structure: Open to all and fees varies from centre to centre.Programmes for student development: KIDS Club, Kinder Kamp & Kinder ClassesQualifications required for teacher recruitment: Graduate and passion for learning. Training programme for teachers development: Jain Academy for Early Childhood Education and Teachcraft Support to parents: Toddlers Touch, Kindercare and Open Houses Contact person for admissions: Sudha Kolluru, Centre Manager; +91 9908573331Employment opportunity: If you wish to work in a Jain Toddler school send your profile at jgihyd@gmail.com |
Emerging Preschool Chains in India
Preschool chains offer a great opportunity to aspiring entrepreneurs. Educating kids is a profitable as well as satisfying investment. Today Indian preschool franchise industry provides numerous options with number of branded franchisors available, which has broaden its scope for growth and development.
The concept of Preschool took off in India with daycare centres that take care of child when parents are at work or not around. Preschools were primarily day care centres for children in around 3-5 age group. But now they are seen as an early training ground for children to develop their skills. Over a period of time, it has seen paradigm shift from optional day care centre to important early childhood education. Some researches proved that preschool plays a very crucial role in laying good foundation for the child and preparing him for the future. It enhances abilities and skills of a child in areas such as language, motor skills, psychosocial cognitive, learning, etc. Early childhood is a crucial stage of life in terms of a child’s physical, intellectual, emotional and social development. Growth of mental and physical abilities progress at an astounding rate and a very high proportion of learning takes place from birth to age six. It is a time when children particularly need high quality personal care and learning experiences.
Five years back parents used to consider preschool as a place for letting their children interact with peers and spend some time away from home. They wanted to help their child to conquer shyness and be comfortable in meeting more people. Nowadays the parents are aware of the child’s pace, focused on each every milestone achieved by their child and on holistic development of the child. The shift has been immensely on taking preschools as a casual place to keep their children occupied for a few hours to taking preschools seriously as monumental in their child’s development.
Priti Srivastava, Founder Director, Vidyãrambh – The International Preschool and Childcare Centers
says, “We have seen a huge shift in the mindset of the parents. Seven years ago only the higher income group in metros recognised the need to send their children to preschools but now all parents are open to the idea of sending their children to preschools. The awareness about the way quality early childhood education can bring about to the child’s personality has been recognised widely. The other major change and concern that has started happening is that K-12 schools have started opening preschools under their banner. The preschool space has seen a major change in the last few years and only those players who provide quality education in the long run would be present in the near future with lots of consolidation happening over time.”
Ongoing research established that, the preschool, as an institution, provides stimulation for the child’s physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development, in ways that one could not get in the home environment. This sector has shown tremendous growth during the past few years and is familiar not only with the high-end income groups or the affluent class, but is also rapidly gaining popularity among the middle class households, which have the capability and willingness to pay for quality education.
The owner of Strawberry Fields preschool, Anita Rao, Founding Director and the Managing Director, Educational Catalysts India Pvt Ltd says, “Pre- school education has changed for good over the years, especially the early childhood education. Schools have moved from rote method teaching to more activity based teaching and learning. There is more awareness about childhood development and the importance of learning in this age group. However, the schools are still more focused on developing 3R’s, more ever all the areas( cognitive ,language and Physical) seem to be getting addressed but there is no focus on the Social Emotional development. Especially in this age when the family structures are moving towards nuclear structure and both the parents are working. This area is getting neglected. Unless this area of development is addressed well by the Educational institutions we may have a huge problem with young people with emotional problems and ill adjusted individuals towards the society.”
 The significance of this very industry can be measured by the very fact that it occupies the 3rd largest expenditure group in the Indian household |
 It is expected to be worth `13,300 crore by 2015-16, according to a Crisil research report |
 Fee depends largely on the location, franchise and type of the preschool |
 A S Ganesh,Founder And Managing director, Smart Kidz“Teachers with required qualification are very few, so we suggest the Franchisees to appoint teachers who are graduates with good communication skills” |
Significance of Preschools has changed in last five years.Industry leaders share their experiences on this shift…
Chandrashekhar,COO,
Jain Group of Institutions (Jain Toddlers)
Over the last 5 – 6 years, the preschool sector is witnessing a shift towards organized segment. Lately, the modern preschools have started shifting their focus from ‘teaching’ to ‘learning’ environment. This shift is more than just a change in language, a change in systems operation; in fact it is more of an adoption of the latest educational trend. This is definitely fuelling the growth engine of pre-school business in India
Kiran Kumar,
Director-Operations & Franchising, Blossoms International
Last five years has seen a sea change in fronts like the quality and number of schools. The main change is the nurturing in preschools, which has made difference to the little ones. The most important change has come in the attitude of the young parents who realise the importance of right school/ educator and of their own participation in shaping the minds of the young ones
Ranjan Goyal,
CEO, SerraPreschoolsEducation and the acquisition of skills is a lifelong process and starting early in life is crucial. New age parents have realised this need and are constantly on the look out for a good preschool. The conventional methods of teaching and the traditional outlook towards a preschool have changed radically. An aunt next door operating a preschool or home-schooling during the preschool years is not the norm anymore.
Amar Kapasi,
Director, Planet Kids
The preschool space has taken a massive leap over the years. Today the amount of things that the children are learning at the Planet Kids schools is phenomenal. Few years back a preschool franchise was not considered the part of a child’s education, which has changed over the years. The entire industry has evolved and with the new players coming in and a lot of correction is also happening.The players who are here for a longer duration shall be able to sustain themselves in this area. The various parameters to providing quality in the business have to be maintained on a regular basis to be able to sustain in a long run. The franchise should not only be able to provide good returns to the owners but also provide an institution to the parents for quality education in for a long haul.
Dharmesh Kapasi,Founder & CEO,
Shanti JuniorsThe trend has been changing drastically, surveys look good on Power Point slides and the time you act upon, the trend moves on so has been the education sector. Preschool was an introductory product a decade ago but now it has turned out to be the necessity.We have many Women Business Partners joining in to carry ahead our brand which compelled us to launch our special Women Entrepreneur Encouragement Schemes “WEES”.
Vittal Bhandary,Founder & MD, Little Elly Play SchoolI think the challenge is always to find the right partner and a good property opening the preschool. It is definitely challenging to get the right person. But I feel even if we get a semi-skilled manpower with the right attitude, we can mould them accordingly through our training programmes.
Deven khullar,Chairman,
Brats and CutiesThe journey so far has been very eventful with new teachings with each passing day. The learning has been enthralling and has helped the group to grow and continuously evolve with new ideas for the betterment of the group.
Navneet Anhal,CEO, Zee Learn LimitedThere is a challenge of safety of children, which is under the bucket of non-regulation or absence of governing body in this segment. There is a challenge of finding qualified staff that knows what is right for the child. If we work on all this it can flourish into a good business opportunity and more importantly early development of a child.
SK Rathore,Founder Director,
Sanfort SchoolsThe preschool franchise business needs individuals who are committed to provide quality education and ready to work relentlessly towards providing innovative education with hands on involvement and monetarybenefits shall follow eventually.
