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India's First International School of Innovation, Creativity and Design
Ekya Nava is one of the leading international schools in Bangalore, offering a unique purpose-based education that fosters creativity and innovation.

Our purpose-based education system enriches student learning by fostering a hands-on environment that emphasizes creativity and imagination, complementing the Cambridge International Program (IGCSE curriculum) offered for Grades 1-10. We will further expand our curriculum by introducing the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program for Grades 11-12, providing a continuous, globally recognized educational experience

Ekya Pioneers India's First Purpose-Based School, Redefining Education

At Ekya Nava, purpose is at the heart of learning. We design learning experiences and spaces that spark curiosity and inspire students to connect knowledge to real-world challenges. This approach stimulates critical thinking and prepares them to be future-ready.

Real-World Connection

Purpose-based learning connects classroom knowledge to practical applications, showing students the real-world relevance, fostering deeper understanding and engagement.

Passionate Engagement

By aligning learning with personal interests and goals, purpose-based education boosts motivation. Students become curious, active participants, creating a dynamic environment.

Future-Ready Skills

Purpose-based learning equips students with crucial skills for life. Hands-on experiences and problem-solving foster critical thinking and creativity for tomorrow’s world.

A Positive Community

Purpose-based learning helps students excel in collaboration, sharing ideas, delegating tasks, and engaging in discussions. This builds respect, diversity, and teamwork skills.

Our Learning Pathways

Instilling empathy and sustainability, nurturing creativity, and preparing learners to shape a better world through innovative and purposeful design.

Student at Ekya Nava, an international school in Bangalore, engaged in purpose-based learning by making a model vehicle, demonstrating hands-on skills.

Ekya Nava nurtures a ‘Go beyond’ spirit, empowering students to explore creativity and innovation while delving deeper into the making process.

Fostering creative entrepreneurs. Going beyond design, business, and ethics for an entrepreneurial mindset.

Ekya Nava IGCSE students in Bangalore engage in purpose-based learning through Information Technology & Society, using computers in a modern classroom setting.

Multidisciplinary frontier technology-enabled education. AI, Blockchain, Quantum Tech, and more for a definitive understanding. 

Our Learning Pathways

Instilling empathy and sustainability, nurturing creativity, and preparing learners to shape a better world through innovative and purposeful design.

Ekya Nava nurtures a ‘Go beyond’ spirit, empowering students to explore creativity and innovation while delving deeper into the making process.

Fostering creative entrepreneurs. Going beyond design, business, ethics for an entrepreneurial mindset.

Multidisciplinary frontier technology-enabled education. AI, Blockchain, Quantum Tech, for a holistic understanding. 

Ekya Nava, an IGCSE school in Bangalore, showcases purpose-based learning through playful 'nava' logo with active students.

Ekya Nava helps develop transferable life skills through experimentation, play like problem-solving, creative ideation, collaboration, and confidence – going beyond the core curriculum!

Ekya Nava equips students for a fast-changing world with the skills and resilience needed to make meaningful observations and contributions for themselves, to their families and to the world through their work and ideas.

Enthusiastic students at Ekya Nava, a top IGCSE school in Bangalore, embody purpose-based learning with raised hands and joyful expressions.

Advisors

Industry leaders who believe in Ekya Nava’s vision and are committed to transforming the educational experience for the next generation.

Dr. Nandalal Sarda

Dr. Nandlal L. Sarda, specializes in Database Systems and Software Engineering. He has held key roles at IIT, including Dean and Head of Department, and is an advisor for major financial institutions. He founded CollCraft Technologies.

Rajan Patel

Rajan is passionate about empowering the makers and problem solvers of tomorrow through Dent Education, a nonprofit that teaches the skills of design thinking and entrepreneurship to students

Vikram Vaidyanathan

Vikram is passionate about shaping the India of tomorrow and seeks opportunities to work with driven entrepreneurial teams that are committed to converting the Indian growth story into reality.

Darren Wang

Darren Wang is a Taiwanese angel investor and the founder and chairman of OwlTing Group, a leading global blockchain company with a strong focus on e-commerce and applications. He is known for his entrepreneurial skills and is highly experienced in mobile advertising and e-commerce. 

Mary Li

Global entrepreneur with a proven track record in leadership and business development.
Travel industry specialist & APAC expert with in-depth knowledge of the Chinese market.

Mekin Maheshwari

Mekin Maheshwari, a former Flipkart executive, is an entrepreneur and educator, focused on social impact and transforming education through Udhyam Learning Foundation.

Vikram Vaidyanathan
Vikram Vaidyanathan, Managing Director, Z47, is a passionate advocate for India's entrepreneurial future. With experience in product development and startups, he partners with founders to impactful, market-leading businesses for tomorrow’s India. He holds degrees from RV College and IIM Bangalore. Vikram has worked globally with companies like Samsung, IBM, and News Corp’s NDS, gaining deep experience in scaling ideas.
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Mary Li
Mary Li is the founder and CEO of Atlas, a travel tech company offering infrastructure to travel sellers and 150+ low-cost airlines. Previously, she founded Wingon Travel and ASLAN, China's largest B2B air ticket platform. With a global team, she champions innovation and serves as an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Pathway Advisor at Ekya Nava.
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Mekin Maheshwari
Mekin Maheshwari is the founder and CEO of Udhyam Learning Foundation, impacting 1.6 million students in India and uplifting micro-entrepreneurs. He co-founded G.A.M.E. and ACT Grants, focusing on scalable change. Formerly an early leader at Flipkart, he shaped its tech and people strategy. As an angel investor, Mekin supports human capital and ed-tech innovations, reflecting his belief in people's potential and commitment to social impact.
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Rajan Patel
Rajan Patel co-founder and CEO of Dent Education, empowers under-resourced youth via design thinking and entrepreneurship. He
co-invented the Embrace incubator, impacting over 250,000 babies. With a BS in Biomechanical Engineering from Stanford, an MBA from Stanford, and an MPA from Harvard, his work promotes equity and real-world skills in creative education.
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Darren Wang
Darren Wang is the founder and chairman of OwlTing Group, a global blockchain firm recognized as one of Taiwan's Top 10 Emerging Giants by KPMG and HSBC. A Taiwanese entrepreneur and angel investor, he holds a Master’s in Electrical Engineering from Boston University, where he studied under Prof. Lev Levitin. His investment portfolio includes ventures in blockchain and digital payments, showcasing his commitment to tech innovation.
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Vikram Vaidyanathan
Vikram Vaidyanathan, Managing Director, Z47, is a passionate advocate for India's entrepreneurial future. With experience in product development and startups, he partners with founders to impactful, market-leading businesses for tomorrow’s India. He holds degrees from RV College and IIM Bangalore. Vikram has worked globally with companies like Samsung, IBM, and News Corp’s NDS, gaining deep experience in scaling ideas.
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Mary Li
Mary Li is the founder and CEO of Atlas, a travel tech company offering infrastructure to travel sellers and 150+ low-cost airlines. Previously, she founded Wingon Travel and ASLAN, China's largest B2B air ticket platform. With a global team, she champions innovation and serves as an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Pathway Advisor at Ekya Nava.
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Mekin Maheshwari
Mekin Maheshwari is the founder and CEO of Udhyam Learning Foundation, impacting 1.6 million students in India and uplifting micro-entrepreneurs. He co-founded G.A.M.E. and ACT Grants, focusing on scalable change. Formerly an early leader at Flipkart, he shaped its tech and people strategy. As an angel investor, Mekin supports human capital and ed-tech innovations, reflecting his belief in people's potential and commitment to social impact.
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Rajan Patel
Rajan Patel co-founder and CEO of Dent Education, empowers under-resourced youth via design thinking and entrepreneurship. He co-invented the Embrace incubator, impacting over 250,000 babies. With a BS in Biomechanical Engineering from Stanford, an MBA from Stanford, and an MPA from Harvard, his work promotes equity and real-world skills in creative education.
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Darren Wang
Darren Wang is the founder and chairman of OwlTing Group, a global blockchain firm recognized as one of Taiwan's Top 10 Emerging Giants by KPMG and HSBC. A Taiwanese entrepreneur and angel investor, he holds a Master’s in Electrical Engineering from Boston University, where he studied under Prof. Lev Levitin. His investment portfolio includes ventures in blockchain and digital payments, showcasing his commitment to tech innovation.
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Key Advisors

Our Key Advisors are visionary leaders who play a strategic role in shaping Ekya Nava’s mission, providing insights on growth, operations, and partnerships. As trusted advocates, they support our commitment to reimagining education and building a purposeful learning community.

Friends of Ekya

Friends of Ekya are influential mentors and role models from diverse fields, contributing through lectures, mentorship, and collaborative projects. Their involvement enriches our students’ learning journeys, helping them develop a deeper understanding of the world beyond academics.

Partner Organisations

Our partner organisations collaborate closely with Ekya Nava to provide students with hands-on experiences, real-world projects, and pathways for growth. Together, we inspire future leaders by bridging classroom learning with industry insight and opportunity.

Take A Look Around Our Campus

The Ekya Nava campus is an innovative educational environment designed to inspire creativity and foster holistic development. The campus features an open maker space where students can explore, create, and bring their ideas to life with various tools and materials. A dedicated design studio further enhances the creative experience, supporting projects from art to engineering prototypes. For early years, the vibrant atelier space encourages exploratory and sensory activities, nurturing foundational skills.  These thoughtfully designed facilities enable students to make, design, and innovate, preparing them to meet future challenges with creativity and confidence.

Our Programs

Our Community

We believe in a community of students, parents, educators, and others to foster a growth-oriented learning environment. By sharing their expertise and experiences, members provide students with real-world insights, enriching their education and preparing them for future challenges.

School Timings

Montessori Beginners Program – 8:05 AM – 12:30 PM

Montessori Sub Junior Program – 8:05 AM – 12:30 PM

Montessori Junior Program – 8:05 AM – 3:00 PM

Montessori Seniors Program – 8:05 AM – 3:00 PM

Grade 1- 10 – 8:05 AM – 3:00 PM

Note: Montessori Beginners & Sub Juniors have a flexible reporting time between 8:05 AM & 9:15 AM

Meal Plan (Grades 1 - 10)

Breakfast – 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM

Mid Morning Snack – 9:30 AM – 9:40 AM

Lunch – 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM

Evening Snack (as applicable) – 3:00 PM – 3:10 PM

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