NAVADISHA MONTESSORI
SCHOOL
Administrative Team
The staff team at Navadisha comprises dedicated individuals with a serious interest in the all round development of children. Coming from a variety of backgrounds, they are united by their interest in the work, the philosophy and their basic belief in teamwork and cooperation towards the goals of the organization.
Director
Rukmini Ramachandran, an experienced AMI diploma holder who founded the Trust has been working in the field of Montessori for over two decades. She served as the Principal of the school at the time of its inception in 1997. She now supports the academic and administrative staff team in her role as Director.
Director - Administration
Manimekalai Kumar‘s contact with the Montessori philosophy led her to believe in the solutions offered by child-centered education. This belief drew her in to shoulder the immense responsibility for the growth of the school and to share its vision and to oversee its administration.
Principal
Ms. Malathi brings over 30 years of teaching experience, working with children across diverse age groups. She holds a Master's degree in History and is passionate about nurturing children with a strong foundation of values, respect, and cultural awareness. Deeply aligned with the Montessori philosophy, Ms. Malathi believes in creating a warm, inclusive, and respectful learning environment where every child feels valued and empowered. She is committed to fostering independence, positive citizenship, and a lifelong love of learning while celebrating the unique potential and individuality of each child.
Pedagogical Administrator
Priyanka Kumar, an alumnus of the Navadisha Montessori School, has the experience of being a child going through the montessori system of schooling as well as being an AMI Montessori Diploma holder at two age levels. She brings fresh insight to the team and ensures pedagogical and administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the organization.