Little Palms School was established in March 2004 by Rupal Parekh and Zarna Doshi. This school was started in a small room at Altamont road with just 14 children and over the years we have grown to a strength of 130 students. All our students have got admission in prestigious schools of Mumbai.

The school has a unique learning environment where in the child develops holistically. The school strikes a balance between formal and informal methods of teaching. Our focus is on allowing children to learn by exploring and playing, creating a nurturing and stimulating environment where they can flourish.

At our school every day is an opportunity for children to discover the world around them. We believe that play is an essential component of the learning process, and our curriculum is designed to encourage creativity, imagination, and curiosity.

Our philosophy is


“Play and learn, learn and play”.

Co-founder

Rupal Parekh

She has done her B.Sc (Nutrition), certification in ECCE and a course in Learning Disability. She has been teaching this age group of children since 1998. She conceptualizes the cultural activities of the school and oversees all administrative aspects for the entire school.

Co-founder

Zarna Doshi

After finishing her graduation in Psychology and a certification in ECCE Zarna has been teaching this age group of children since 1983. She is instrumental in the planning and implementation of the curriculum for the school, which is the basis of the academic structure.

Co-founder

Bianka Poddar

Bianka has completed an undergraduate program in communications and obtained a diploma in Graphic Design. With a certification in ECCE she brings a fresh and creative perspective to Little Palms. Bianka is actively teaching across all age groups in the school, and has been instrumental in planning the activities in the Parent Toddler Program.

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