Ms. Anju Soni, Principal of Shiv Nadar School, Noida, follows a ‘learner-centred’ approach. She also looks after the High School students as the Senior School Head. The expanse of her horizons ensures that her students fare favourably both within and beyond the confines of the school.She comes with a deep understanding of the National Curriculum Framework and supports the school management and Leadership in building the School on goals of academic rigour, creativity, and community service by ensuring the implementation of the Academic Calendar. She is also an integral part of the assessment team that ensures the efficacy of the teaching-learning process.Ms. Soni holds a Master Degree in English Literature and Bachelor’s degree in Education. She is a learning pedagogue with over 20 years of rich experience in imparting education and training in the English Language. She enables students to become independent, lifelong learners and promotes intercultural awareness to foster tolerance, respect, and empathy. Ms. Soni plays an active role in supporting the management in school review and improvement framework to develop future strategic planning and accountability while establishing trust among the team for the required changes. She drives pastoral initiatives to promote Student Leadership Structures by closely working with and mentoring the student leaders who are a part of the student council. Ms. Soni regularly engages with all the stakeholders (parents, students, staff, leadership team) and conducts initial interviews for prospective students and new staff members.

Anshu Sharma, a passionate educator and academic leader with over 17 years of experience, holds a double Master’s Degree in Science (Botany) and Education (Psychology). She is a NEASC accredited school visiting team member and an IBEN—MYP Programme Leader. Her extensive experience spans teaching, learning, and leading in the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, including the PYP, MYP, and DP, as well as the IGCSE curriculum.As an academic leader, Anshu has successfully led program implementation, evaluation, and verification at various educational institutions across India, the Middle East, and Europe. These include RBK International Academy in Mumbai, Pathways School in Noida, Ecole Mondiale World School in Mumbai, and Oeiras International School in Lisbon, Portugal.As a pedagogical leader with a special interest in the MYP, Anshu has collaborated closely with government institutions and learning organizations to enhance inquiry-based teaching and learning, develop authentic assessments, and promote student agency. Notably, she holds the distinction of being the sole Indian educator invited by the International Baccalaureate to join the global team working on their ‘Enhanced MYP’ initiative.Prior to joining Shiv Nadar School, Anshu was associated with Ambassador International Academy in Dubai.Anshu enjoys reading and exploring new places and cultures. 

Sumita Malik, Head, Early Years at Shiv Nadar School, NOIDA, is an innovative educationist with over twenty-eight years of experience in the field. During this vast career span, she has been an accomplished teacher, mentor, curriculum developer, and administrator with expertise in education research and business development. She is proficient in conducting workshops for teachers and parents.She started her journey as an educator at Junior Raghubir Singh Modern School, Delhi, and eventually built and headed the Foundation department at The Heritage School, Vasant Kunj, Delhi. During this time, she delved deep into research to understand educational approaches to teaching language during early childhood. After an association of almost 13 years with The Heritage School, she joined a chain of international pre-schools, ‘Rumi Kids’ an initiative of Richard Chandler Corporation Singapore, as the Principal and Business head. She is the Territory Head, Delhi, of the Early Childhood Association. She presented a paper on ‘Inclusive Practices’ during the Conference on ‘Every Child’s Right to Early Childhood Education’ organized by AECED, CECED, and TIS in 2018 and has authored and published a paper on ‘Anxiety and low self-esteem in early years’. She was honoured to be a speaker for the ‘MP STEAM Education Conference 2019’ on Crafting the Future with STEAM curriculum and has been associated with the Madhya Pradesh Department of School Education for training their teachers since 2020. She is passionate about education reforms, especially at the primary and pre-primary levels. Sumita truly believes that early childhood is the most critical period when the foundation for lifelong development is laid and requires special care in enabling an environment rich in learning experiences.

Arzoo Rikhy is the Head of Primary Years at Shiv Nadar School NoidaAn alumna of Bharati Vidyapeeth University, Pune with a bachelor’s in literature and Cultural Studies, Arzoo was associated with Teach for India for two years as an English educator for Upper Primary Group prior to joining Shiv Nadar School.A valued member of the Primary Years cohort at the Noida campus since 2017, when she joined as a Teaching Faculty, she has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and a continued passion for learning, first as Teaching and Learning Lead (Primary Years), and since June 2022, as Deputy Head – Primary Years.She continues to enrich the Primary Years cohort, and the campus, with the same level of passion, dedication, and strategic thinking to this new role, driving positive change and fostering a collaborative and efficient working environments.

Anuradha Garg is a seasoned educational leader with over two decades of experience dedicated to nurturing meaningful learning experiences and building vibrant academic communities. As Head of Middle Years, she brings a deep commitment to the philosophy of lifelong learning, believing that education extends far beyond the classroom and must continuously evolve to meet the needs of a dynamic world.Her professional journey reflects a passion for growth—both her own and that of the students and educators she mentors. Anuradha champions a culture where curiosity, reflection, and adaptability are at the heart of learning. She has consistently fostered environments where students are encouraged to think critically, collaborate effectively, and engage with real-world challenges through interdisciplinary approaches.Equally committed to professional growth, she has led extensive teacher development initiatives, mentoring educators to refine their instructional practices and embrace continuous improvement. Her leadership is marked by a focus on building capacity, empowering teams, and cultivating a shared vision of excellence.Anuradha’s expertise also spans educational technology integration, communication skills development, and fostering strong school–home partnerships. She believes that learning is a lifelong journey—one that flourishes in collaborative, reflective, and forward-thinking communities—and she continues to inspire both students and educators to become active, engaged learners for life.Anuradha holds a Master’s degree in English, a Bachelor of Education, and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, complemented by a Cambridge Professional Development Qualification (PDQ) in Educational Leadership with distinction. Her career spans leading institutions where she has served as an English educator, academic coordinator, and now Head of Middle Years, with significant contributions to curriculum design, school development, and large-scale teacher training initiatives.

Anisha Madhukar, the Deputy Head -Senior Years is also an IB economics educator at Shiv Nadar School Noida. An avid pedagogue and lifelong learner, she holds a Doctorate in Economics from Jodhpur University along with professional development in various programmes including ‘Certification in School Management and leadership, Universal Design Learning, Design thinking for leading and learning and Certificate in Fixed income Research from different prestigious institutions including Harvard Graduate School of Education, MIT and the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore.She is a published author who contributes regularly to various e-magazines and has also presented papers at international conferences.At Shiv Nadar Noida, she routinely contributes to incepting and leading student learning enrichment programmes outside of the formal classroom such as ‘Re-store’, ‘Economics Sandbox’, and the ‘Entrepreneurial Development Programme’.

S. R. Radhakrishnan holds a Master’s degree in Mathematics from Jiwaji University, Gwalior, and a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from IGNOU, New Delhi. He is currently serving as the IBDP Coordinator at Shiv Nadar School, Noida, a role he has held since June 2021.With over 21+ years of experience in teaching international curricula, including the IB Diploma Programme and IGCSE, Mr. Radhakrishnan has had the privilege of guiding diverse cohorts of students through rigorous academic journeys rooted in inquiry, conceptual understanding, and global perspectives.He has spent the past 11 years as a Diploma Programme Coordinator, leading the implementation and development of the IB framework at the school level. In this leadership role, he has worked closely with students, faculty, and school leadership to uphold the IB mission and foster a culture of academic excellence. During this tenure, he has not only led the implementation of the IB framework but also played a key role in initiating and overseeing the DP Evaluation process in various IB schools. His leadership has ensured the successful completion and renewal of the evaluation cycle, maintaining alignment with IB standards and practices.As a committed IB educator, he is also an active member of the IB Educator Network (IBEN), serving as a Workshop Facilitator for both Mathematics and the DP coordination. In addition, he is an IB Examiner for Mathematics AA HL, with experience evaluating both Internal Assessments and External Components.Mr. Radhakrishnan has been a regular contributor to the South Asia IB Schools Association (SAIBSA), where he has facilitated Mathematics sessions and participated in numerous IB workshops and regional conferences. These engagements reflect his ongoing commitment to professional development and collaborative learning. He believes that one of the biggest challenges in teaching Mathematics is sustaining student interest, and he works continuously to make the subject more engaging and meaningful. With each passing year, his love for the subject has only grown deeper.A passionate and reflective educator, he is deeply aligned with the IB philosophy and pedagogy, which emphasizes holistic development, international-mindedness, and critical thinking. He strives to create an environment where young minds are empowered with the right resources, guidance, and values to become responsible global citizens. Beyond the classroom, Mr. Radhakrishnan enjoys travelling, singing, and listening to music.

Meenakshi Kansal Khurana is an experienced professional with a diverse set of experiences spanning 22 years and 5 countries. In the last decade, she has worked in the field of education, helping students find their study paths and develop their careers. She has helped 5000+ students achieve their dream of studying in some of the most prestigious institutions across the globe, working with top premium counselling services, developed frameworks for college and career readiness for high schools, and more recently, led strategic projects to partner with International Universities and education services (such as CollegeBoard, GMAC, Duke University, etc). She has worked extensively with multiple stakeholders from schools, universities, government agencies, advisory bodies, embassy liaisons and certification institutions to build solutions for students, being instrumental in achieving the notable AIRC certification for the organisation. Since working in edtech, she is keenly interested in the field of AI and leveraging it for education. Having studied both internationally (Purdue University '03) and in India (LSR College '01) at the K12 and university level, she is passionate about bringing together the best practices from different systems to the counselling process.

Pooja Malhotra heads the Parent Partnership Office at the Noida campus.Pooja holds more than two decades of rich professional experience, working with people and setting up cultures in organizations. Before she forayed into the education sector, she worked in leading organizations like Kuwait Airways, Radisson MBD Hotel, IBM, and Ebony Gautier. Her last stint was for a US-based company heading the People Culture and administration. Since joining Shiv Nadar School Noida,  Pooja has spearheaded various engagements by and for the parent community, establishing a great bond with them.As a people person, she engages with the parent community, building a robust Parent Partnership Program. She has been working beyond her role capacity as a ferocious learner. As a hands-on learner, Pooja attributes her learning journey to her experience at work.She believes that the right attitude is what matters the most. Pooja loves to be with her family and spend time with them.

Shweta Advani is a passionate and visionary HR leader with over 8 years of experience in shaping and nurturing organizational cultures that prioritize people, growth, and innovation. As the Lead of People and Culture at Shiv Nadar School Noida, she leverages her extensive expertise in human resources, organizational development, and employee well-being to create a dynamic, inclusive, and future-oriented environment.An alumna of IMT Ghaziabad, where she earned her master’s degree in human resources, Shweta has had a diverse career spanning renowned global organizations like Microsoft, WNS, and Orange Health. These experiences have honed her unique skill set, enabling her to drive culture transformation, enhance talent management, and align organizational values seamlessly with daily practices.Beyond her professional achievements, Shweta founded Mindful Love Tribe, India’s pioneering holistic platform dedicated to mindful living. Her innovative approach, encompassing Mindfulness Workshops, Life Skills programs, and initiatives that support startups, has positioned her as a thought leader in the field. Her impactful work in mindfulness coaching has garnered recognition in esteemed publications like Indian Express, Times of India, and The Logical Indian, where she has guided individuals and organizations in unlocking their full potential through mindful practices.At Shiv Nadar School, Shweta’s leadership stems from her unwavering conviction that every individual possesses unique talents and the potential to make significant contributions. Her approach revolves around fostering an environment that nurtures and inspires people to unlock their full potential.