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  • Open and inclusive spaces that reflect openness to learning
  • Enduring respect for children as thinkers and explorers.
  • Structures and processes ‘led’ by children, experiential education, collaborative work and skilful feedback.
  • Choices with a purpose that define children as individuals far more than their abilities.

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Teacher Profiles

Vanar Years

Soma De

Soma De, BA B.ED, joined Shikshantar in the year 2006. Being with children fascinates her and she loves their company; perhaps the reason that has kept her in the field of education for the past seventeen years in various schools across the country. Having taught children from diverse cultural backgrounds at various stages of their journey, Soma easily adapted to the philosophy of Shikshantar.
She is committed to social, academic growth and development of every child through various media; be it books or drama, sports or other curricular activities. Her warm and caring nature creates a classroom atmosphere that is stimulating, encouraging and adaptive to children’s needs.
An avid reader of children’s literature, Soma enjoys writing poetry. Poetry is cathartic for her; it helps her in understanding children and their world better. She strengthens her connect with children also through singing and dancing, which are integral parts of her personality, hobbies that she has been nurturing since childhood. Through her guidance, she inspires children to develop values of self confidence, mutual respect and cooperation.
She finds her journey in Shikshantar particularly enriching and satisfying as as it has helped her grow not only as a facilitator but also as an individual.

Sanghita Roy - Art Facilitator, Pre Primary

Sanghita Roy completed her Master’s in Fine Arts from Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan and has been associated with Shikshantar since 2012 as an Art facilitator.
Deeply inspired by the educational philosophy of Santiniketan, Sanghita found a natural home at Shikshantar where a similar child -centered and process-driven approach to learning thrives. She firmly believes in Picasso’s words - “Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” Guided by this thought, she finds immense joy in nurturing young minds, helping them keep their innate creativity and imagination alive.
Sanghita continues to practice her own art (painting and photography) and participates in exhibitions both in India and abroad. She believes that to truly nurture and inspire children, one must also continue to grow and enrich oneself.
With her keen eye for individual observation, she understands each child’s unique strengths and needs, building a natural and trusting connection with them. She often incorporates waste and found material into art activities, encouraging children to embrace sustainability from an early age and to see beauty in simplicity.
For Sanghita, simplicity is a guiding principle - both in her personal journey and in her approach to art education. Her work at Shikshantar continues to be a deeply fulfilling experience, allowing her to inspire children to explore, express, and remain artists at heart throughout their lives.

Shashi Sharma - Sports facilitator

Shashi Sharma has been an integral part of Shikshantar since its inception as one of the founding team members.. A trained educator from Mirambika free progress school and also holds D.ped and B.ped degrees in the field of sports physical education.
Known for his natural ability to build instant and meaningful connections with children across age groups. Shashi brings a sense of playfulness, rhythm and joy into every interaction-whether through storytelling, games or songs.
Over the years Shashi has developed the skill of designing age appropriate sports curriculum, keeping in mind developmental milestones and emotional needs of children in pre-primary. Shashi aims to instill the joy of play in children while supporting the development of their large motor skills. He brings in newness and versatility for holistic and comprehensive learning for children.

Mitali Dey - Facilitator Pre-primary

Mitali Dey’s connection with Shikshantar began as a parent in 2007, and in 2010 she became part of the Pre primary team as a facilitator. With an academic background in M.A. & B.Ed. Mitali brings both experience and deep sensitivity to her work with young children.
A quiet observer and a listener, Mitali builds trust with children through her warm interactions, listening to thoughts, acknowledging feelings and imagination. She is especially passionate about storytelling, which she believes can bring a sense of wonder and curiosity in children to learn something new each day. Mitali is fond of music , she often integrates music and creative movements as part of her lesson plans to build understanding about different concepts and make learning more meaningful. For her , each day is a journey to rediscover along with children at their pace and keeping in mind their interest.