Jeetin Rangher
Jeetin Rangher
Jeetin Rangher is a multidisciplinary artist based in Bangalore, India, and Creative’s Arts Teacher for the high schoolers. He also coordinates the primary and middle school Arts curriculum. With an education in painting and design, his interest in the Arts is nurtured by his sensitivity to his surroundings of both the natural and social environment. Jeetin is very sensitive to his environment, both the natural as well as social.
Through his expressions in the visual arts, Rangher’s main concern over the years has been man’s intervention in the natural world. His performances are responses and critical reflections on our social, cultural, as well as political behaviour.
He has been intensively involved with community art and special needs kids, conducting workshops with them. His recent project, Art Adda was created with the support of a grant from the India Foundation for Arts as a part of Project 560 named after the Bangalore postal code 560. Art Adda was an intervention into found space in the heavily populated and cosmopolitan city of Bangalore. Jeetin runs a residency project, called Soch Studio which he created with artist Katarina Rasic, in Bangalore.
Through his performances, Rangher takes his art and self into public spaces to interact with the audience. Rangher says, “My works are more about self-healing, they are about transformation and change through sharing and connecting. They are meant to be raw and subtle, intense and beautiful. I believe the body is the most nostalgic element, the most vivid, vital, dynamic, powerful and beautiful, one where the past, present and future coexist, where life and death make synthesis, where I can find my fears and hopes, my memories and most importantly my strength, drive and spirit.” He has been involved in art activism through his performances as well as other types of festivals,and multidisciplinary arts projects in India and South Asia. His most recent performances were at the Serendipity Art Festival, Colombo Biennale, Jaipur Art Summit to name a few. He also enjoys teaching art to children in Kashmir whenever time permits. He initiated the Green World Art Festival in November 2010 which continued in 2011, 2012. He has been working with different communities in conflict zones in Kashmir, India.
Radha Ghanagam
Radha Ghanagam
Radha teaches Chemistry and co-teaches the Teen circle classes for the Senior Secondary school students. Through her work she looks forward to sharing her love for Chemistry with her students. She is a Post Graduate in Analytical Chemistry and studied MPhil in Inorganic Chemistry. She worked in the Pharmaceutical research industry before choosing to get trained as an elementary teacher through the Netherlands based organization Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). This helped her to broaden her understanding of education.
This is her 10th year in Creative, she continues to love and cherish every moment she spends in the school. Her previous roles in Creative were as a Class Pillar for 1st & 2nd grade and as a coordinator with the Early Childhood group. She experienced a lot of growth in both the roles and enjoyed working with the 6-7 year olds.
Radha is certified in Rebirthing breathwork and Past Life Regression therapies. She continues to be engaged in giving one on one healing sessions to clients. She is an integral part of the Prajna Vidya team – the outreach arm of The Healing Circle that is dedicated to taking Creative’s unique pedagogical approach to other schools. Helping other learning be a happy space for adults and children.
Radha enjoys travelling, reading books and playing the Sitar.
Jeetin Rangher
Jeetin Rangher
Jeetin Rangher is a multidisciplinary artist based in Bangalore, India, and Creative’s Arts Teacher for the high schoolers. He also coordinates the primary and middle school Arts curriculum. With an education in painting and design, his interest in the Arts is nurtured by his sensitivity to his surroundings of both the natural and social environment. Jeetin is very sensitive to his environment, both the natural as well as social.
Through his expressions in the visual arts, Rangher’s main concern over the years has been man’s intervention in the natural world. His performances are responses and critical reflections on our social, cultural, as well as political behaviour.
He has been intensively involved with community art and special needs kids, conducting workshops with them. His recent project, Art Adda was created with the support of a grant from the India Foundation for Arts as a part of Project 560 named after the Bangalore postal code 560. Art Adda was an intervention into found space in the heavily populated and cosmopolitan city of Bangalore. Jeetin runs a residency project, called Soch Studio which he created with artist Katarina Rasic, in Bangalore.
Through his performances, Rangher takes his art and self into public spaces to interact with the audience. Rangher says, “My works are more about self-healing, they are about transformation and change through sharing and connecting. They are meant to be raw and subtle, intense and beautiful. I believe the body is the most nostalgic element, the most vivid, vital, dynamic, powerful and beautiful, one where the past, present and future coexist, where life and death make synthesis, where I can find my fears and hopes, my memories and most importantly my strength, drive and spirit.” He has been involved in art activism through his performances as well as other types of festivals,and multidisciplinary arts projects in India and South Asia. His most recent performances were at the Serendipity Art Festival, Colombo Biennale, Jaipur Art Summit to name a few. He also enjoys teaching art to children in Kashmir whenever time permits. He initiated the Green World Art Festival in November 2010 which continued in 2011, 2012. He has been working with different communities in conflict zones in Kashmir, India.
Radha Ghanagam
Radha Ghanagam
Radha teaches Chemistry and co-teaches the Teen circle classes for the Senior Secondary school students. Through her work she looks forward to sharing her love for Chemistry with her students. She is a Post Graduate in Analytical Chemistry and studied MPhil in Inorganic Chemistry. She worked in the Pharmaceutical research industry before choosing to get trained as an elementary teacher through the Netherlands based organization Association Montessori Internationale (AMI). This helped her to broaden her understanding of education.
This is her 10th year in Creative, she continues to love and cherish every moment she spends in the school. Her previous roles in Creative were as a Class Pillar for 1st & 2nd grade and as a coordinator with the Early Childhood group. She experienced a lot of growth in both the roles and enjoyed working with the 6-7 year olds.
Radha is certified in Rebirthing breathwork and Past Life Regression therapies. She continues to be engaged in giving one on one healing sessions to clients. She is an integral part of the Prajna Vidya team – the outreach arm of The Healing Circle that is dedicated to taking Creative’s unique pedagogical approach to other schools. Helping other learning be a happy space for adults and children.
Radha enjoys travelling, reading books and playing the Sitar.
Sithara K
Sithara K
After a rich experience of working in Jasmine, Aster, and Orchid classrooms, Sithara became a facilitator at the Play Healing centre at Creative in the year 2016. Working with children of the primary grades, all the way from the little 3-year-olds to the 10-year-olds, she provides them a space ‘to just be’-honouring the spirit of each child. Such a sacred space offered through the presence of a facilitator like Sithara, in a place like the Play Healing room, carries healing potential along with the pure joy of unstructured play and exploration.
Sithara also takes individual Play Healing sessions for children to help them address any behavioural or emotional issues. She feels at home in nature and feels invigorated facilitating nature activities for the Early Childhood classes. She strongly believes that she is in her element when she is outdoors in nature. In the online scenario, she is with the little Jasmines, bringing in the essence of Life & Living to the tiny tots.
Apart from being a teacher at Creative, she is also a therapist at Prajna Wisdom Centre and an active member of Prajna Vidya. She also supports the Sacred Children magazine team.
Sithara’s search for a loving space for her little daughter led her to Creative in the year 2012. As Shruti,her daughter, was settling in the new space, Sithara was going through her own inner transformation. The Prajna retreats and other workshops opened up a new world for her. The Sacred ClassroomTM workshop on self-development and teacher training; and the myriad other workshops by various masters and teachers that she has been blessed to attend at Creative have shaped her personally and professionally. Her own passion for self-development has inspired her growth.
Even though Sithara did Computer Science Engineering, life had other plans for her. In 2013 she found her heart space in Creative. It just felt like the right place for her. Since then, the journey at Creative has been a truly satisfying one with a lot of enriching experiences. Being a sportsperson during her school days, she jumps at opportunities to play. Arts and interior designing are other areas that give her joy and space for expression of her creativity. As Sithara pursues her heart’s calling, she is supported by her husband Sujith, an IT professional in Bangalore. She is grateful for the presence and blessings of her parents who are her constant support.
She strongly believes that each day is an opportunity to be a better version of oneself … and that’s what inspires her to be at Creative!!
Aparna Lakshman
Aparna Lakshman
Born in Bangalore, Aparna grew up in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. She is one of the class pillars for the 5th and 6th grades in the Lotus class.
With a deep fascination for numbers, Aparna pursued her BA degree in Mathematics, Accounting, and Statistics. A diploma in Garment Technology placed her in various roles in the Garment industry and helped her with the know-how of becoming an entrepreneur. It was here that she discovered her passion for handlooms.
Aparna moved to Bangalore in 2003 to start a family. With a young son at home, Aparna was keen on exploring the different educational methods. Montessori made a strong impression on her mind, following which she worked with 6–12-year-olds in a Montessori environment for the next seven years. .
In 2015, she approached Creative seeking admission for her son. A talk with Jayashree became the turning point and Aparna knew that she had found the right school for herself and her son. She is passionate about working with children. An enthusiastic and committed teacher, Aparna possesses the ability to listen, understand and encourage children to blossom into conscious learners.
Aparna’s passion for craft and handwork, made her explore and learn different styles of handwork. She enjoys facilitating handwork classes on Crochet and Macrame, the kind of handwork that allows children to build and see the connections in their creations.
Sithara K
Sithara K
After a rich experience of working in Jasmine, Aster, and Orchid classrooms, Sithara became a facilitator at the Play Healing centre at Creative in the year 2016. Working with children of the primary grades, all the way from the little 3-year-olds to the 10-year-olds, she provides them a space ‘to just be’-honouring the spirit of each child. Such a sacred space offered through the presence of a facilitator like Sithara, in a place like the Play Healing room, carries healing potential along with the pure joy of unstructured play and exploration.
Sithara also takes individual Play Healing sessions for children to help them address any behavioural or emotional issues. She feels at home in nature and feels invigorated facilitating nature activities for the Early Childhood classes. She strongly believes that she is in her element when she is outdoors in nature. In the online scenario, she is with the little Jasmines, bringing in the essence of Life & Living to the tiny tots.
Apart from being a teacher at Creative, she is also a therapist at Prajna Wisdom Centre and an active member of Prajna Vidya. She also supports the Sacred Children magazine team.
Sithara’s search for a loving space for her little daughter led her to Creative in the year 2012. As Shruti,her daughter, was settling in the new space, Sithara was going through her own inner transformation. The Prajna retreats and other workshops opened up a new world for her. The Sacred ClassroomTM workshop on self-development and teacher training; and the myriad other workshops by various masters and teachers that she has been blessed to attend at Creative have shaped her personally and professionally. Her own passion for self-development has inspired her growth.
Even though Sithara did Computer Science Engineering, life had other plans for her. In 2013 she found her heart space in Creative. It just felt like the right place for her. Since then, the journey at Creative has been a truly satisfying one with a lot of enriching experiences. Being a sportsperson during her school days, she jumps at opportunities to play. Arts and interior designing are other areas that give her joy and space for expression of her creativity. As Sithara pursues her heart’s calling, she is supported by her husband Sujith, an IT professional in Bangalore. She is grateful for the presence and blessings of her parents who are her constant support.
She strongly believes that each day is an opportunity to be a better version of oneself … and that’s what inspires her to be at Creative!!
Aparna Lakshman
Aparna Lakshman
Born in Bangalore, Aparna grew up in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. She is one of the class pillars for the 5th and 6th grades in the Lotus class.
With a deep fascination for numbers, Aparna pursued her BA degree in Mathematics, Accounting, and Statistics. A diploma in Garment Technology placed her in various roles in the Garment industry and helped her with the know-how of becoming an entrepreneur. It was here that she discovered her passion for handlooms.
Aparna moved to Bangalore in 2003 to start a family. With a young son at home, Aparna was keen on exploring the different educational methods. Montessori made a strong impression on her mind, following which she worked with 6–12-year-olds in a Montessori environment for the next seven years. .
In 2015, she approached Creative seeking admission for her son. A talk with Jayashree became the turning point and Aparna knew that she had found the right school for herself and her son. She is passionate about working with children. An enthusiastic and committed teacher, Aparna possesses the ability to listen, understand and encourage children to blossom into conscious learners.
Aparna’s passion for craft and handwork, made her explore and learn different styles of handwork. She enjoys facilitating handwork classes on Crochet and Macrame, the kind of handwork that allows children to build and see the connections in their creations.
Nagaveni B
Nagaveni B
Nagaveni feels blessed to be part of Creative. She works across Aster, Orchid, Rose, and Lotus classrooms in the primary school in a range of subjects, including crafts.
Three stepping stones have influenced Nagaveni’s journey in education that have brought her to Creative. By divine grace, Nagaveni’s journey began as a student at a very small and beautiful school called Vikasana, meaning “to blossom.” As part of the school, every child planted and took care of their own tree on campus. Because children did not compare themselves with each other, there was no competition, only comradery. Vikasana’s earthy, hands-on, and lively education opened Nagaveni’s eyes to the beauty of alternative education.
After graduating from Vikasana, Nagaveni had the opportunity to partake in a spiritual education training program in Delhi’s Aurobindo Ashram. Through Aurobindo, Nagaveni learned that nature has provided all of us with the gift of self-awareness, the ability to look within to find our own capacities, talents, and unique potentials.
Prior to joining Creative, Nagaveni had the amazing opportunity to co-found a start-up school. Through the trials and tribulations of starting a school, Nagaveni built immense inner strength, learning to let go of fear and to be courageous in the face of adversity.
When Reshma asked Nagaveni to join Creative, she was delighted. She was deeply moved by Creative’s vision inspired by the teachings of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother. Nagaveni is happy to be with such wonderful people and beautiful souls in Creative’s Sangha.
Kaviya Sathyamurthy
Kaviya Sathyamurthy
Kaviya is a primary school teacher working with the Orchid Group at Creative School. She is also the Coordinator of Prajna Vidya.
Inspired by the ways of Community living at Auroville, Kaviya was able to look beyond boundaries and found her belief and confidence to thrive best in an inclusive community. As an answer to her cherished dream of becoming an integral part of such a community, Kaviya found her perfect place at Creative.
At Creative, Kaviya nurtures her innate leadership abilities and love for teaching young children. She sees children as her source of inspiration to live through each day with a sense of fulfillment. “I love working with children as they have expanded my horizons of unconditional love, exploration and joy,” beams a happy Kaviya. In turn, I contribute my best in shaping them into changemakers, creative thinkers, motivated and humane individuals who will grow up into evangelists of kindness and equality.” She works with verve as she sees each day as an opportunity to bring forth her best, and grow from it.
With a keen interest in Visual Arts, Kaviya is also a graphic designer and has worked with developing sustainable textile brands. Her diverse interests include: Spiritual Explorations, Philosophy, Poetry, Art Therapy, Performing Arts, Film Making and Travel.
Nagaveni B
Nagaveni B
Nagaveni feels blessed to be part of Creative. She works across Aster, Orchid, Rose, and Lotus classrooms in the primary school in a range of subjects, including crafts.
Three stepping stones have influenced Nagaveni’s journey in education that have brought her to Creative. By divine grace, Nagaveni’s journey began as a student at a very small and beautiful school called Vikasana, meaning “to blossom.” As part of the school, every child planted and took care of their own tree on campus. Because children did not compare themselves with each other, there was no competition, only comradery. Vikasana’s earthy, hands-on, and lively education opened Nagaveni’s eyes to the beauty of alternative education.
After graduating from Vikasana, Nagaveni had the opportunity to partake in a spiritual education training program in Delhi’s Aurobindo Ashram. Through Aurobindo, Nagaveni learned that nature has provided all of us with the gift of self-awareness, the ability to look within to find our own capacities, talents, and unique potentials.
Prior to joining Creative, Nagaveni had the amazing opportunity to co-found a start-up school. Through the trials and tribulations of starting a school, Nagaveni built immense inner strength, learning to let go of fear and to be courageous in the face of adversity.
When Reshma asked Nagaveni to join Creative, she was delighted. She was deeply moved by Creative’s vision inspired by the teachings of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother. Nagaveni is happy to be with such wonderful people and beautiful souls in Creative’s Sangha.
Kaviya Sathyamurthy
Kaviya Sathyamurthy
Kaviya is a primary school teacher working with the Orchid Group at Creative School. She is also the Coordinator of Prajna Vidya.
Inspired by the ways of Community living at Auroville, Kaviya was able to look beyond boundaries and found her belief and confidence to thrive best in an inclusive community. As an answer to her cherished dream of becoming an integral part of such a community, Kaviya found her perfect place at Creative.
At Creative, Kaviya nurtures her innate leadership abilities and love for teaching young children. She sees children as her source of inspiration to live through each day with a sense of fulfillment. “I love working with children as they have expanded my horizons of unconditional love, exploration and joy,” beams a happy Kaviya. In turn, I contribute my best in shaping them into changemakers, creative thinkers, motivated and humane individuals who will grow up into evangelists of kindness and equality.” She works with verve as she sees each day as an opportunity to bring forth her best, and grow from it.
With a keen interest in Visual Arts, Kaviya is also a graphic designer and has worked with developing sustainable textile brands. Her diverse interests include: Spiritual Explorations, Philosophy, Poetry, Art Therapy, Performing Arts, Film Making and Travel.
Bharathi Devi J
Bharathi Devi J
Bharathi dreamt of becoming a lady pilot! Instead, she pursued a D.Ed in Science from RV University Bangalore with her father’s encouragement of becoming a teacher. She teaches the Parijatha group at Creative. In her free time she enjoys playing throw ball and going trekking.
All along, she wanted a space for children to experientially learn, rather than the old ways of rote learning. She feels incredibly fortunate for finding such a space in Creative.
Bharathi feels completely aligned with school, and is passionate about teaching children at Creative. She loves listening to their stories and involves herself in their imaginative play. The healing sessions have completely transformed Bharathi’s life and way of thinking, helping her growth.
Lakshmi K
Lakshmi K
Lakshmi feels blessed to be part of the Creative School, She teaches the Parijatha class.
Her journey in education started at Vikasana, a school that empowered the love of learning in children from impoverished and rural backgrounds. Through Vikasana, Lakshmi grew up surrounded by nature.
Inspired by Vikasana’s teachers, Lakshmi became a teacher herself. She was a volunteer teacher at Vikasana before hearing about Creative School from Nagu. Lakshmi is grateful to Nagu akka and Jayashree akka for giving her the opportunity of teaching children in the Parijatha class
With sincerity and honesty, Lakshmi loves spending time with children. She’s always learning from them as well as the larger Creative community. She feels blessed by God for the Creative sangha. She’s learning so many things about herself, how to stand tall, and clear blocks in her life to bring more happiness and growth to her spirituality.
Bharathi Devi J
Bharathi Devi J
Bharathi dreamt of becoming a lady pilot! Instead, she pursued a D.Ed in Science from RV University Bangalore with her father’s encouragement of becoming a teacher. She teaches the Parijatha group at Creative. In her free time she enjoys playing throw ball and going trekking.
All along, she wanted a space for children to experientially learn, rather than the old ways of rote learning. She feels incredibly fortunate for finding such a space in Creative.
Bharathi feels completely aligned with school, and is passionate about teaching children at Creative. She loves listening to their stories and involves herself in their imaginative play. The healing sessions have completely transformed Bharathi’s life and way of thinking, helping her growth.
Lakshmi K
Lakshmi K
Lakshmi feels blessed to be part of the Creative School, She teaches the Parijatha class.
Her journey in education started at Vikasana, a school that empowered the love of learning in children from impoverished and rural backgrounds. Through Vikasana, Lakshmi grew up surrounded by nature.
Inspired by Vikasana’s teachers, Lakshmi became a teacher herself. She was a volunteer teacher at Vikasana before hearing about Creative School from Nagu. Lakshmi is grateful to Nagu akka and Jayashree akka for giving her the opportunity of teaching children in the Parijatha class
With sincerity and honesty, Lakshmi loves spending time with children. She’s always learning from them as well as the larger Creative community. She feels blessed by God for the Creative sangha. She’s learning so many things about herself, how to stand tall, and clear blocks in her life to bring more happiness and growth to her spirituality.
Jayasree G
Jayasree G
Jayasree is a part of the ECH team and a class pillar for the Jasmine class. Along with her teammates, she strives to create a classroom atmosphere that is stimulating, encouraging and adaptive to the varied needs of students.
Jayasree loves to explore the rich and exciting world of English with the little ones. She is passionate about bringing in innovative ways to make learning joyful and encourages creative expression in children in fun-filled ways. She has an aptitude to remain flexible, ensuring that every child’s learning styles and abilities are addressed.
Jayasree’s journey into Creative started with her search for a holistic school that addresses the child as a whole. The traditional model of teaching which she had to follow in the beginning of her career made her think about the need for acceptance and celebration of the uniqueness of every child.
Watching her son blossom naturally at Creative, she was reassured of her choice. The ideology and the environment were appealing enough to influence her entry into Creative, to be a part of the team.
Joining Creative has been one of Jayasree’s best life moments. The space has helped her to grow beyond her limiting beliefs and rise above challenges. Her inner voyage has been supported by her sadhana of the daily well-being practices at Creative and it has allowed her to look at life positively than ever before.
Jayasree unwinds by immersing herself in music, art and creative work.
Supriya Naidu
Supriya Naidu
Supriya’s love for science perfectly suited her as a science teacher for the little angels of Aster class. She was drawn towards the ideologies that the school carried and Jayshree’s workshops chiseled her into a deeply introspective being. She strongly believes that spiritual guidance led her to Creative, when she was frantically looking out for a suitable school for both her boys.
After completing her Masters in Finance and Computer Applications, she worked for a few years at Standard Chartered Bank. Her career in banking took a back seat when she became a mother to two boys, Samarth and Nirvaan.
She discovered her love and passion for teaching, while she was volunteering in a school for the underprivileged children. It was here that she found her joy in imparting education to the little ones.
Creative was the calling that came her way at the very right moment, now she extends her maternal love to the tiny tots at Creative School.
Jayasree G
Jayasree G
Jayasree is a part of the ECH team and a class pillar for the Jasmine class. Along with her teammates, she strives to create a classroom atmosphere that is stimulating, encouraging and adaptive to the varied needs of students.
Jayasree loves to explore the rich and exciting world of English with the little ones. She is passionate about bringing in innovative ways to make learning joyful and encourages creative expression in children in fun-filled ways. She has an aptitude to remain flexible, ensuring that every child’s learning styles and abilities are addressed.
Jayasree’s journey into Creative started with her search for a holistic school that addresses the child as a whole. The traditional model of teaching which she had to follow in the beginning of her career made her think about the need for acceptance and celebration of the uniqueness of every child.
Watching her son blossom naturally at Creative, she was reassured of her choice. The ideology and the environment were appealing enough to influence her entry into Creative, to be a part of the team.
Joining Creative has been one of Jayasree’s best life moments. The space has helped her to grow beyond her limiting beliefs and rise above challenges. Her inner voyage has been supported by her sadhana of the daily well-being practices at Creative and it has allowed her to look at life positively than ever before.
Jayasree unwinds by immersing herself in music, art and creative work.
Supriya Naidu
Supriya Naidu
Supriya’s love for science perfectly suited her as a science teacher for the little angels of Aster class. She was drawn towards the ideologies that the school carried and Jayshree’s workshops chiseled her into a deeply introspective being. She strongly believes that spiritual guidance led her to Creative, when she was frantically looking out for a suitable school for both her boys.
After completing her Masters in Finance and Computer Applications, she worked for a few years at Standard Chartered Bank. Her career in banking took a back seat when she became a mother to two boys, Samarth and Nirvaan.
She discovered her love and passion for teaching, while she was volunteering in a school for the underprivileged children. It was here that she found her joy in imparting education to the little ones.
Creative was the calling that came her way at the very right moment, now she extends her maternal love to the tiny tots at Creative School.
Malavika Ubhayaker Bijur
Malavika Ubhayaker Bijur
A thorough Montessorian by heart, Malavika has been working with young children since her teenage years, her first engagement with them was when her mother started a Creative centre for children at home in Bangalore. Her passion to work with children inspired her to be trained and certified as a Montessori teacher. She has several years of experience in the Montessori method of teaching in India and the USA.
In her search for a suitable school for her son, she discovered Creative. Having been brought up in a family that was influenced by the philosophies of Ramana Maharshi, Aurobindo and the Mother, she instantly felt at home in Creative.
Malavika also manages a Charitable Trust that her Mother founded. The Trust is involved in providing recreation opportunities for Senior Citizens, offering free lunch to elderly slum dwellers in Bangalore and also organizing an annual Hindustani Classical music festival for the youth.
Gagana N V
Gagana N V
Gagana grew up with her nose buried in novels and hands scribbling away in her journals. She went on to study Law, worked at an NGO bringing diversity in law institutes across India, and explored sustainable living and holistic education at an Alternative College. She is thrilled and happy to now be spreading her roots and reaching for the sun at Creative School!
She anchors children of Grade 5 and 6 as a Class Pillar and teaches Languages and Humanities. She is glad to have found brilliant mentors and friends in her colleagues. Poetry is her forte and it is what sparkles her soul. She believes that words have power and can make magic, and even heal, when wielded with one’s heart. She is a firm believer in the adage, “It takes a village to raise a child” and is immensely grateful and happy that she has found her village and her children!
Malavika Ubhayaker Bijur
Malavika Ubhayaker Bijur
A thorough Montessorian by heart, Malavika has been working with young children since her teenage years, her first engagement with them was when her mother started a Creative centre for children at home in Bangalore. Her passion to work with children inspired her to be trained and certified as a Montessori teacher. She has several years of experience in the Montessori method of teaching in India and the USA.
In her search for a suitable school for her son, she discovered Creative. Having been brought up in a family that was influenced by the philosophies of Ramana Maharshi, Aurobindo and the Mother, she instantly felt at home in Creative.
Malavika also manages a Charitable Trust that her Mother founded. The Trust is involved in providing recreation opportunities for Senior Citizens, offering free lunch to elderly slum dwellers in Bangalore and also organizing an annual Hindustani Classical music festival for the youth.
Gagana N V
Gagana N V
Gagana grew up with her nose buried in novels and hands scribbling away in her journals. She went on to study Law, worked at an NGO bringing diversity in law institutes across India, and explored sustainable living and holistic education at an Alternative College. She is thrilled and happy to now be spreading her roots and reaching for the sun at Creative School!
She anchors children of Grade 5 and 6 as a Class Pillar and teaches Languages and Humanities. She is glad to have found brilliant mentors and friends in her colleagues. Poetry is her forte and it is what sparkles her soul. She believes that words have power and can make magic, and even heal, when wielded with one’s heart. She is a firm believer in the adage, “It takes a village to raise a child” and is immensely grateful and happy that she has found her village and her children!
Smitha Pai
Smitha Pai
Smitha is what one would describe as a typical sports enthusiast – Basketball, athletics, swimming, badminton and Ultimate Frisbee are just some of the sports she’s engaged with. Understandably, sports has been the strongest influence on her character. Inclusivity and having a hands on approach are two learnings from sports that influence her teaching philosophy.
She feels intelligence, as conventionally understood, is overestimated. What any individual requires is curiosity, stimulation, and reflection.
Smitha finds Art & sustainability another area of deep interest. She enjoys cooking and considers it a great way for people to express their creativity. If she had to choose, she would survive for the rest of her life on fruits.
Smitha firmly believes that she can bring peace to the world through spreading love and appreciation for Ultimate Frisbee, and the legacy of David Attenborough.
“The object isn’t to make art, it’s to be in that wonderful state which makes art inevitable” -Robert Henri, American painter.
Sasikala Amarasurya
Sasikala Amarasurya
Sasikala is a retired chemistry professor by profession. She had been teaching the subject for 37 years at DKM College, Vellore.
Watching her grandchildren learn different skills in unique ways, she was impressed by tools such as Brain Gym, EFT, and Breathwork that allowed clarity of thought and expression. Thus began the second part of her teaching journey to volunteer at Creative.
She enjoys working in the lab with the young “chemists” of the Cosmos group.
Smitha Pai
Smitha Pai
Smitha is what one would describe as a typical sports enthusiast – Basketball, athletics, swimming, badminton and Ultimate Frisbee are just some of the sports she’s engaged with. Understandably, sports has been the strongest influence on her character. Inclusivity and having a hands on approach are two learnings from sports that influence her teaching philosophy.
She feels intelligence, as conventionally understood, is overestimated. What any individual requires is curiosity, stimulation, and reflection.
Smitha finds Art & sustainability another area of deep interest. She enjoys cooking and considers it a great way for people to express their creativity. If she had to choose, she would survive for the rest of her life on fruits.
Smitha firmly believes that she can bring peace to the world through spreading love and appreciation for Ultimate Frisbee, and the legacy of David Attenborough.
“The object isn’t to make art, it’s to be in that wonderful state which makes art inevitable” -Robert Henri, American painter.
Sasikala Amarasurya
Sasikala Amarasurya
Sasikala is a retired chemistry professor by profession. She had been teaching the subject for 37 years at DKM College, Vellore.
Watching her grandchildren learn different skills in unique ways, she was impressed by tools such as Brain Gym, EFT, and Breathwork that allowed clarity of thought and expression. Thus began the second part of her teaching journey to volunteer at Creative.
She enjoys working in the lab with the young “chemists” of the Cosmos group.
Sharanya B R
Sharanya B R
Sharanya is both a parent and a teacher at Creative. The search for an alternative style of education for her daughter Anvi, brought her to Creative School. She says that Creative is the best thing that has happened to both Anvi and her. She has found a path which enables her to grow spiritually, and yet allows her to enjoy her passion of being with children.
Sharanya started her career as an HR Administrator. Her true calling turned out to be teaching and soon she was working as an Assistant Teacher at a Special School. Her love for children persevered and helped her sail through, transforming her into a patient, loving and caring facilitator.
Sharanya underwent training as a special educator at SSK and KPAMRC, Bangalore. Sharanya strives to rewrite the notion that “there are many limitations and very little to what a child can do”.
As a committed teacher in the Brahmakamal team, she stands by the need to understand different ways of learning and exploration for children. She says, “Every child has a right to learn, and different children learn things differently. It is important for the teacher to be flexible enough to change his/her style to match the child’s needs.”
She has always believed in the fact that there is no such thing as a “Learning Disability”; if the teacher cannot teach a child, it is a “Teaching Disability.”
Madhu Maddipatla
Madhu Maddipatla
Madhu’s main interest lies in making Math fun and her journey in learning and experimenting continues. She teaches Math and ICT for Middle schoolers.
During her childhood, Madhu ‘s interests in math transformed due to studying the subject under an aunt who helped her look at it from a whole new perspective. She then fell in love with the subject going on to do her Bachelors in Mathematics, followed by a Masters in Computer Science.
Madhu worked in the IT sector for 19 years in various capacities and during her corporate tenure, she thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to mentor new recruits and team members.
Having experienced the impact a teacher can make on one’s life, Madhu has always been interested in teaching/mentoring. Hence, after almost two decades of corporate career, she decided to quit and pursue a fellowship course in Holistic Education from Bhoomi College (2018-2019). The course gave her a solid foundation in understanding India’s Current education system, and the needs of a child at different stages of development, as well as how education can cater to a child’s intelligence.
She decided to spend a year exploring different methods used in teaching, especially in Mathematics. This exploration led her to different schools and when she arrived at Creative, she was blown away by the vision and holistic approach to education. She is an integral part of the Sunflower team.
Sharanya B R
Sharanya B R
Sharanya is both a parent and a teacher at Creative. The search for an alternative style of education for her daughter Anvi, brought her to Creative School. She says that Creative is the best thing that has happened to both Anvi and her. She has found a path which enables her to grow spiritually, and yet allows her to enjoy her passion of being with children.
Sharanya started her career as an HR Administrator. Her true calling turned out to be teaching and soon she was working as an Assistant Teacher at a Special School. Her love for children persevered and helped her sail through, transforming her into a patient, loving and caring facilitator.
Sharanya underwent training as a special educator at SSK and KPAMRC, Bangalore. Sharanya strives to rewrite the notion that “there are many limitations and very little to what a child can do”.
As a committed teacher in the Brahmakamal team, she stands by the need to understand different ways of learning and exploration for children. She says, “Every child has a right to learn, and different children learn things differently. It is important for the teacher to be flexible enough to change his/her style to match the child’s needs.”
She has always believed in the fact that there is no such thing as a “Learning Disability”; if the teacher cannot teach a child, it is a “Teaching Disability.”
Madhu Maddipatla
Madhu Maddipatla
Madhu’s main interest lies in making Math fun and her journey in learning and experimenting continues. She teaches Math and ICT for Middle schoolers.
During her childhood, Madhu ‘s interests in math transformed due to studying the subject under an aunt who helped her look at it from a whole new perspective. She then fell in love with the subject going on to do her Bachelors in Mathematics, followed by a Masters in Computer Science.
Madhu worked in the IT sector for 19 years in various capacities and during her corporate tenure, she thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to mentor new recruits and team members.
Having experienced the impact a teacher can make on one’s life, Madhu has always been interested in teaching/mentoring. Hence, after almost two decades of corporate career, she decided to quit and pursue a fellowship course in Holistic Education from Bhoomi College (2018-2019). The course gave her a solid foundation in understanding India’s Current education system, and the needs of a child at different stages of development, as well as how education can cater to a child’s intelligence.
She decided to spend a year exploring different methods used in teaching, especially in Mathematics. This exploration led her to different schools and when she arrived at Creative, she was blown away by the vision and holistic approach to education. She is an integral part of the Sunflower team.