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Ms. Pooja Jhaver – Chairperson

An alumna of Loreto House, Calcutta and Carmel Convent, New Delhi, Ms. Jhaver graduated from St. Stephens College, Delhi University with an Honours degree in Economics. A keen scholar, she also completed a second BA in Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE) from the University of Oxford, England.

Passionate about schools and education from an early age, Ms. Jhaver went on to pursue post-graduate study at Teachers College, Columbia University. As part of her Master’s Programme in International and Comparative Education, she was introduced to varied international paradigms and developed a special interest in both, patterns of family and community education and the design of holistic learning environments. Upon her return to India, she spent time observing and conducting research for The School, Krishnamurti Foundation of India, Chennai, before finally giving shape to the founding framework of the Nirmal Bhartia School.

An inspired and enthusiastic life-long learner, she enjoys challenging herself in new ways. A spirited debater, an avid bibliophile and an ardent arts enthusiast with a passion for exploring creativity in art, craft traditions and design, she also has an eager interest in Indian philosophy and systems of knowledge.

A visionary with a firm belief in the power of community and holistic education, Ms. Jhaver inspires and leads by example.

Ms. Charu Wahi – Principal

An alumna of Carmel Convent and Modern School, Vasant Vihar, Ms Wahi completed her graduation in Psychology Honours at Lady Shri Ram College and then went on to pursue a Master’s degree in Applied Psychology and specialised in Child Development at the South Campus University, Delhi.

Having begun her career as an Elementary Educator at The Shri Ram School, her innate creativity and nuanced understanding of child development led her to soon head the organisation as Junior School Principal. Closely involved with the cause of Inclusive Education and the design of Special Educational Needs programmes, she has conducted intensive teacher training workshops all over the country.

An inspiring leader and motivated learner. Ms. Wahi continuously strives to keep abreast of the latest research in the field of education. She attended the Project Zero programme at Harvard University and has also completed courses in ‘Leading for Understanding and Coach Development’ as part of Harvard ’s Wide World Programme.

As Principal of the School she leads from the front, sharing her passion and encouraging all around her to keep learning and striving for perfection lifelong. Under her able leadership, the School’s innovative pedagogy, it’s fostering of excellence in teachers, it’s single minded focus on the individual child and it’s ever-growing efforts to strengthen bonds with the wider parent community have received much appreciation and acclaim.

A spontaneous poet with a witty sense of humour, she loves movies, music and travelling to previously uncharted destinations.

Ms. Vibha Bhasin – Head of Junior School

Ms. Bhasin completed her schooling from Lawrence School, Sanawar and graduated from Punjab University. She went on to pursue a Nursery and Primary Teacher’s Training Diploma and later attained a Bachelor’s Degree of Education from the Annamalai University.

She began her career at Father Agnel School and also served as Academic Coordinator at The Shri Ram School, Aravali. Dedicated and passionate about teaching, Ms. Bhasin has attended various teacher training workshops including the Reggio Emilia approach workshop and Dimensions of Learning by Guy J. Blackburn. She also completed an online course in ‘Strategies for Effective Classroom Practice’ from Harvard University.

With over twenty eight years of rich and diverse experience in the field, she has a quest for perfection and a determination to ensure that all those around her meet her exacting standards too.

Mr. Tathagata Dutta – Head of Senior School

An alumnus of Don Bosco School, Mr. Dutta completed his graduation from Ramakrishna Mission Residential College, University of Calcutta, with an honours degree in English Literature. He followed it up with a Master of Arts degree from Ramjas College, University of Delhi and then completed his Bachelors in Education from Central Institute of Education (CIE), University of Delhi. During his college days, he not only secured the prestigious K.C. Ghoshal Memorial prize, but also took up different leadership positions, including Student Panchayat president at CIE.

Mr. Dutta started his career as PGT English at Bal Bharati Public School, Dwarka, where he was also appointed as the Head of Department for English. Later, he joined The Shri Ram School, Moulsari as Academic Coordinator for middle school (CISCE curriculum). He continued to teach English Language and Literature at senior school and Theory of Knowledge for the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. His endeavour has always been to keep students engaged with the subject in the classroom and enable them to make connections to the world around them. Mr. Dutta has also been associated with the CISCE council in various capacities, from Supervising Examiner to Team Leader for English.

Outside the classroom, Mr. Dutta takes an active interest in everything tech and keeps himself updated with the ever-evolving field of ed-tech. He takes a keen interest in co-curricular activities ranging from art and theatre to cycling and football. In his leisure, he loves to read, especially books by John le Carré and Gabirel Garcia Marquez.