Prepare your child for an extraordinary future at Ekya Nava
Who We Are
Ekya Nava is India’s first international school of innovation, creativity, and design—a place where education transforms into purpose. Inspired by the Sanskrit word ‘Nava’, meaning new, we are the future of learning. With pathways in design, technology, and entrepreneurship, we empower students to think differently, solve real-world problems, and embrace bold possibilities in careers yet to be imagined.
Pathways for Purposeful Learning
As a purpose-based school with a rigorous core curriculum, Ekya Nava offers Real-World Oriented Pathways to inspire innovation, creativity, and leadership.
Instilling empathy and sustainability, cultivating innovative solutions, nurturing creativity, and preparing learners to shape a better world through purposeful design for transformation.
Ekya Nava nurtures a ‘Go beyond’ spirit, empowering students to explore creativity and innovation while delving deeper into the intricacies of the making process.
Fostering creative entrepreneurs: Going beyond design, business, and ethics to foster creativity and an entrepreneurial mindset and spirit.
Multidisciplinary frontier technology-enabled education: AI, Blockchain, Quantum Tech, for a holistic understanding of Information Technology and Society.
The Story Behind the Journey
With over 30 years of educational legacy, we have served more than 20,000 students, from Montessori to Post-doctoral levels.
CMR Group
The CMR Group of Institutions was established as a tribute to the visionary educationist Sri Chikka Muniyappa Reddy. Over the decades, the Group has spread across Bangalore with 11 active campuses, offering a wide array of academic programs in engineering, education, law, management, biosciences, business administration, and psychology at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.
Extending its global footprint, the Group partnered with the National Educational Trust to inaugurate the NPS International School in Singapore, a sprawling 6-acre campus. Through its schools, research centers, pre-university colleges, and private universities, the CMR Group continues to empower learners at every stage.
Ekya Schools, a progressive chain of K-12 institutions, is a proud part of the CMR legacy, embodying its vision of academic excellence and innovation. The latest addition to this legacy is Ekya Nava, India’s first international school of innovation, creativity, and design.
CMR University
CMR University was founded with the vision of advancing higher education in technical, health, management, and life sciences. At CMRU, creativity is viewed as the cornerstone for excelling in today’s dynamic world. We recognise the importance of fostering independent thinkers, artists, designers, product leaders, and innovators to meet the demands of the future. Through a focus on creative concepts and design thinking, we equip students with essential skills such as teamwork, presentation, initiative, and research capabilities. CMRU is committed to building creative communities where students are encouraged to explore, discover, and create, shaping a brighter future.
Ekya Schools
Established in 2010, Ekya Schools, a part of the CMR Group of Institutions, is a progressive chain of K-12 schools that fosters a strong sense of community and collaboration. With a focus on active learning, the schools nurture curiosity and inquisitiveness in students. Ekya’s student-centric curriculum, teaching methods, and assessment practices are grounded in the latest research and evidence. To uphold exceptional learning standards, Ekya’s educators engage in specialised professional development programs designed in-house.
Ekya Nava
Ekya Nava, India’s first International School of Innovation, Creativity, and Design, marks a groundbreaking chapter in Ekya Schools’ legacy. Focused on purpose-based education, it empowers students to innovate, create, and design solutions for real-world challenges. Through hands-on learning pathways and expert mentorship, students connect their passions with global needs, fostering a community of innovators, technopreneurs, and changemakers ready to shape the future.
GLOBAL VISION
We equip your child for a borderless world where their impact knows no bounds.
INSPIRING MENTORS
Our educators and industry experts guide them towards excellence.
CUTTING-EDGE SPACES
State-of-the-art classrooms, labs and creative hubs foster boundless creativity.
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
We bridge the gap between education and the real world, empowering your child to thrive.
Board of Governors
Driving strategic vision and innovation in educational standards.
Visionaries Guiding Our Journey
Industry leaders who believe in Ekya Nava’s vision and are committed to transforming the educational experience for the next generation.
Leadership
Ms. Payal Sharma
Vice Principal
Ms. Payal Sharma, Vice Principal at Ekya Nava, boasts over 20 years in education, championing academic excellence and holistic development. Passionate about student-centered learning, she thrives on the energy and enthusiasm students bring, which motivates her daily. Her empathetic nature allows for deep connections with students, fostering a supportive environment tailored to their needs.
Ms. Sharma equips students with vital 21st-century skills like analytical thinking, communication, and collaboration. Under her leadership, students have consistently achieve remarkable results. She has mentored students in numerous science competitions and collaborates with teachers and parents to create a nurturing educational atmosphere. Committed to lifelong learning, Ms. Sharma holds a Master’s in Chemistry, a degree in Education, and training from Harvard and the University of Pennsylvania. Actively involved in community service and voluntary teaching, she enhances the educational experience for every learner at Ekya Nava.
Our Revolutionary Campus:
Where Design Meets Distinction
At Ekya Nava, we’ve harnessed the transformative power of environmental design to create a truly exceptional campus.
Our visionary space boasts
Exposed Building Surfaces
Witness the inner workings of our architectural masterpiece, where students gain insights into mechanical systems.
Cascading Atrium
A central hub of creativity and innovation.
Maker Labs
6000 sq. ft of open labs for hands-on exploration.
Design Lab
A haven for product design, art, and crafts.
Cutting-Edge Technology
Information Technology and S.T.R.E.A.M Museum
Purpose-Designed Classrooms
Flooded with natural light and ventilation.
Creative Showcases
Corridor "shop windows" display student works.
State-of-the-Art Science Labs
For both primary and middle school.
Vertical Gardens
In senior science labs, connecting nature and education.
Sports Excellence
A 15,000 sq. ft sports arena for athletic prowess.
Futuristic Facade
Blending aesthetics with billboards, LED screens, vertical gardens, and wind turbines.
Dining Ambiance
Indoor and outdoor student dining experiences.
Library Oasis
Featuring casual and serious reading zones, plus a digital library.
AV Room
Designed for immersive learning.
Teacher Resource Center
Empowering educators for success.
Well-Being and Counseling
Ensuring the holistic development of each student.
Early Years Exclusive Entrance
A warm welcome for our youngest learners.
Multimedia Assembly Area
Where ideas take centre stage.
Frequently asked questions
The school calendar is available on our website. You may access it by clicking here.
- Fill the enquiry form at nava.ekyaschools.com
- In invitation link will be emailed to proceed with the application. Alternatively click here to start your application.
- Complete the application and submit the required documentation.
- Candidates must sit for the Ekya Nava SET (Student Entrance Test) for final qualification.
Admissions for the academic year start in September of the previous calendar year.
Admissions for Academic year 2024-2025, Early Years ( Montessori ) programs are ongoing with classes to commence in June 2025.
Admissions for Academic year 2025-26 for Early Years and Grades 1 – 7 will commence on 1st September 2024.
Yes. The Ekya Nava SET (Student Evaluation Test) is mandatory for students from Grade 1 to Grade VII.
Ekya Nava has developed its own unique in-house curriculum until Grade VII. We offer the Cambridge International Program (IGCSE curriculum) for Grades 1-10 and will introduce the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program for Grades 11-12.
For a comprehensive list of co-curricular activities at Ekya, click here
Once we receive the completed online application and you have visited our campus, the fee structure shall be shared with you.
The Open House lets you explore Ekya Nava’s philosophy, pedagogy, approach, and environment. It allows parents to understand our commitment to holistic growth and meet our leadership team, who will highlight our curriculum and core values.
Yes, parents can tour our campus during the Open House. Our campus walkthroughs offer a firsthand experience of our thoughtfully designed campus that promotes engaged learning and growth.
At the pre-primary level, it is one teacher for every 20 students, and from the primary level onwards, it is one teacher for every thirty students.
CMR, founded in 1990 by Mr. KC Ramamurthy and Dr. Sabitha Ramamurthy, is the precursor to Ekya Schools, which Dr. Tristha Ramamurthy established in 2010 with Ekya Nava being the first purpose-based school under the Ekya Schools umbrella.
Yes, we provide air-conditioned bus services across the city. Once transport requests are made, detailed routes and stops will be disclosed. Note that transportation fees are additional to the tuition costs.
- Regularly timings (3 days of the week) – 8:10 am to 3:15 pm
- Extended timings (2 days of the week) – 8:10 am to 4:15 pm
While we don’t offer boarding, we do provide a day boarding facility. Our cafeteria serves morning snacks, lunch, and evening snacks. Additionally, students can relish fresh items from our in-house bakery.
We adhere to government-prescribed age criteria. For grade-specific details, please click here.
The ideal time would be during the Open House.
Students undergo a range of assessments, from individual and group tasks to authentic real-world tasks. They are also administered a term review exam and an end-of-term exam.
The documents required at the time of application submission include:
- 5 passport-size photographs
- Student’s birth certificate
- Academic records from the past two years (applicable for Montessori Senior/K2 and higher levels)
- Caste certificate (as mandated by the Government)
- Identification proof for both parents and the student (Aadhaar or Passport)
Parents play a crucial role in the Ekya Nava learning journey. To engage more deeply, please consider joining our Friends of Ekya Program.
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