about us

About Us

The Learning Umbrella believes in fostering a true understanding of numbers, mathematical and scientific concepts, language and age appropriate experiences are introduced to ensure optimum learning of each child.  Our staff are qualified professionals who keep abreast with the latest advances in the field of early childhood education and carry a diverse background in the field of education.

The school is spread in a vast area (1000 square yards) giving a spacious, experiential & activity based learning experience to your child. It is completely child-centric and offers multiple activities for an all round development of your child.

The Learning Umbrella also provides Full Day Care program for children between the age group of 1.6 years to 6 years. The program is designed to provide a facility for parents to ensure their child is comfortable and safe, while they are at their workplace. It allows mothers to return to work without compromising on the quality and care of the kids. We strive to ensure that we provide a safe, healthy and nurturing space for children to learn and grow.

Management


"I believe education should nurture the whole child — mind, heart, and spirit — fostering empathy, curiosity, and resilience to shape not just achievers, but compassionate, thoughtful global citizens."

RADHIKA RAJ

CO-FOUNDER

Radhika Raj, a management graduate with over 15 years of experience overseeing her family’s educational trust, is passionate about understanding and evolving the current education system. She is dedicated to student development, leadership, and creating an environment where both teachers and students can thrive. Her philosophy goes beyond academic achievement, prioritizing holistic growth. She cultivates empathy, innovation, and a collaborative school culture, ensuring that curiosity, creativity, and character development are just as important as academic success. With her warmth, visionary leadership, and commitment to lifelong learning, Radhika is a cornerstone of The Learning Umbrella. She isn’t just shaping young minds — she’s helping shape a more compassionate, capable, and forward-thinking future.


Professional Accomplishments


  • Visionary Educational Leader
  • With over 15 years of experience strategically guides institutional development while reimagining education to be more relevant, inclusive, and future-focused
  • Advocates for student growth beyond academics by nurturing curiosity, creativity, empathy, and character — essential 21st-century skills
  • Collaborative & Empathetic Leadership
  • Faculty Development & Empowerment


“Am an ashtang yog practioner and if I had to distill myself into five elements, they would be, Positive in my leadership, Progressive in approach, Passionate in my purpose, Prolific in my efforts and Poignant in the impact I make on every child, parent or educator I serve.”

PREETI SHARMA

CENTER HEAD, BEGUMPET BRANCH

Preeti is a distinguished Counselling Psychologist with over 20 years of visionary leadership in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) and Developmental Psychology. When she began her career, there were no counselor positions in schools nor were the ECCE norms enforced —an experience that gives her a profound understanding of the significant changes the education industry has undergone over the years.

As an army wife, she had the privilege of working in diverse geographical settings, gaining invaluable insights and adaptability. Her pioneering initiatives include advocating for equestrian therapy for children with special needs, redesigning adolescent education to emphasize emotional resilience, and collaborating with government bodies to ease exam stress through policy reform.

Professional Accomplishments


  • Brought home the trophy for the Best Pre Primary School in Eastern Air Command and second best pan India as Headmistress, Air Force School, Missamari, Assam.
  • Invited as guest speaker to share her pedagogical methods in uplifting a remote a primary school, AFWWA Regional Senior Commander’s Conference., Shillong, Meghalaya.
  • Taught Psychology at ISC level and refurbished the counselling cell to be more pupil centric. Loyola School, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand.
  • Designed a Life Skill Program for Primary Level, APS, Shankar Vihar, New Delhi
  • Collaborated with Government Medical College to streamline the PWD certification process relieving the undue stress on parents seeking exemptions in CBSE exams for their wards. Centre Point School, Nagpur, Mahrashtra