Educators who made our vision their own
Building Aurinko was the easy part. Finding people who truly understood what we were trying to do, that was the gift. Our team did not just fill roles. They took the vision and made it their own, showing up for it every single day. Our educators bring different skills, different backgrounds, and the same commitment to the children they work with.
Aurinko is blessed with some amazing people that walk the path with us. They have made our vision, their mission and tirelessly ensure the vision is manifested. The core team that started Aurinko is still with us blessing us with their valuable support.
The Aurinko Team comprises of Teachers, Parents and Friends of Aurinko all of who are an integral part of our success
Meet Our Team
Sangeetha R. Shenoy
Principal, Aurinko Academy
“The future belongs to those who can learn, unlearn, and relearn, combining knowledge with character, skills with wisdom, and ambition with purpose.”
Dear Parents,
We believe education is a transformative journey that prepares children not only for academic success but also for life. Through the internationally recognized IGCSE curriculum, we nurture inquiry, critical thinking, creativity, and independent learning, enabling students to become confident global citizens.
Beyond academics, we focus on developing essential 21st-century skills such as collaboration, communication, problem-solving, adaptability, and innovation. These competencies empower students to thrive in an ever-changing world.
A cornerstone of our philosophy is the integration of yogic values, which foster emotional well-being, self-awareness, resilience, and a strong moral foundation. These timeless principles help students make thoughtful choices and lead meaningful lives.
Our Makers Space Lab provides hands-on opportunities for design thinking, engineering, coding, and creative exploration. Through experiential learning, students learn to embrace challenges, persevere through setbacks, and transform ideas into practical solutions.
At Aurinko Academy, we are committed to nurturing well-rounded individuals who combine academic excellence with strong values, global awareness, and future-ready skills. We aspire to develop lifelong learners who are compassionate, confident, and courageous in pursuing their dreams.
Suganya Vijaya Kumar
Curriculum Coordinator
BE in Electronics & Communication · NTT · B.Ed.
Suganya brings both technical rigour and early childhood expertise to her work at Aurinko. Her background across engineering and teacher training gives her a rare ability to bridge structure and creativity in the classroom.
Harini Parthasarathy
Curriculum Coordinator
Masters of Science · Bachelor of Engineering
Harini works at the intersection of science and learning design, bringing analytical thinking to the way curriculum is built and delivered at Aurinko.
Atasi Dan
Science Teacher
Masters in Zoology, Bangalore University · B.Ed., Delhi University
Atasi teaches science the way it should be taught by making children curious about the world before they are taught to categorise it. Her academic grounding in zoology brings the natural world into the classroom in a way that is hard to manufacture.
Seema Chhabra
Art & Craft Mentor
Founding team member · Over 10 years at Aurinko
Seema has been part of Aurinko since the beginning, one of the people who helped shape what the school became. Her expertise spans a wide range of art forms, and her presence in the school is as much about culture as it is about craft.
Advisory Members
Chetan Shivprasad
Architect and Educationist
Faculty in various universities across India and Founder of Hampi Center for Design, a hub for Design dialogue.
Vihari Komaragiri
Ex-Google Product Manager and co-founder of DoNew
A 17 year corporate stint developing, designing and launching technology products. Passionate about education, especially differentiated, real-world learning
Nitin Goyal
Founder iPause Consultants
Team and Executive Coach, Educationist, ICF Bangalore Chapter Leader and advisory in startup and schools
Renu Goyal
16 years in corporate. Indispensable Founding Team Member of Aurinko
Our Partners
