The Kreeyaa Team
Meet the co-founders, and the multidisciplinary team of educators and specialists who bring expertise, compassion, and innovation to special education
Kejal Bakshi
Co-Founder and Facilitator
Certified Special Educator, Waldorf Teacher & Brain-Gym Specialist
Kejal brings 17+ years of professional experience working with children across all ages. Her expertise spans child development, alternative education, and education for special needs children.
Qualifications & Training:
- Post-graduation in Special Education from Spastic Society of India, Mumbai
- Certificate courses from Alpha to Omega, Chennai
- Teacher Training Course in Waldorf Education from Tridha Waldorf School, Mumbai
- Three-year teacher training course at IRA - Anthroposophy and Waldorf Education
- Brain-Gym and movement-related workshops conductor
"Teaching is not just food for mind, but also for body and soul. Education is a complete process necessary to engage a child to move the limbs, move hands to work, the heart to feel and the head to think with reason."
Nirda Saras
Co-Founder and Facilitator
Psychiatric Social Worker, Counsellor and Psychotherapist
Nirda firmly believes in the salutogenic approach - that holistic healing and socio-emotional well-being are the core of human wellness. She is an IFAPA certified Anthroposophical Psychotherapy Foundation level practitioner.
Experience & Background:
- 5+ years of therapeutic practice with integrated approach
- 6+ years of corporate management experience
- Director of Manavodaya Charitable Society since 2012
- Rich experiences from Army background with diverse, multicultural community
- Mother to two boys, dedicated to creating safe learning environments
"It is my mission to offer possibilities for all children to unearth their true potential with optimum environment modification, and bring children together to form a community that works together."
How Our Multidisciplinary Team Works
Educators, therapists, doctors and physiotherapists work together around every child, so support is coordinated rather than siloed.
Educators
Special educators and assistant teachers guiding daily learning
Therapists
Movement, art, remedial and mental health support
Doctors
Consultations guiding each child's developmental plan
Physiotherapists
Physical development, movement and yoga-based therapy
Our Faculty & Specialists
Athira Ramesh
Operations Lead
Handles administrative responsibilities and the day-to-day functioning of the centre. With a background in BBA and a Diploma in HR, and years of experience in event coordination, she brings warmth, honesty and steady support to the team.
Muthumari Chakravarthi
Special Educator
A Special Educator (D.Ed Special Education, B.A. English, specialised training in Cerebral Palsy) with 7 years of experience. She meets every child without judgement, nurturing their emotional, social and cognitive growth at their own pace.
Narmada
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Cinthiya Jacquline S.
Special Educator
A Special Educator (D.Ed Special Education – MR) who works closely with children in their primary years. Deeply influenced by Steiner philosophy, she creates a space where every child feels safe, understood and supported.
Manju A
Assistant Teacher
With a background in MBA (Finance), Manju chose to follow her comfort in working with children. As an Assistant Teacher, she supports children with special needs with patience and an openness to learn at every step.
Ramya N
Assistant Teacher
An Assistant Teacher who brings a special interest in embroidery, painting, paper collages and knitting into her sessions, keeping children actively and meaningfully engaged in their learning.
Kiruthika Govindaraj
Physiotherapist & Yoga Trainer
A Physiotherapist and Yoga Trainer offering Rhythmic Massage Therapy and Anthroposophic External Therapy. She also conducts Yoga and Yoga Nidra sessions helping people of all ages find balance and inner harmony.
Satya
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Zainab
Mental Health Professional
A Mental Health Professional with over 5 years of experience supporting students, parents and educators. She holds dual postgraduate degrees in Medical & Psychiatric Social Work and Psychology, and works with children facing ADHD, Autism and other developmental needs.
Vedanth
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Srinivasa Prabhu
Martial Arts & Fitness Trainer
A martial arts trainer and fitness coach with 12 years of experience, using movement and structured activities like football and target games to build children's focus, coordination and confidence.
Rajsekhar
Physical Educationist & Kids' Fitness Trainer
A physical educationist and kids' fitness trainer who helps children build strength, coordination and confidence through structured, engaging movement sessions.
Revathy
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