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Who are we at Edistää?

We welcome you to Edistää – a Reggio-inspired preschool in Wadala West, Mumbai, near Matunga. At Edistää, there is a strong focus on social collaboration and working in groups, where each child is an equal participant and their thoughts and questions are valued.

Our Reggio-inspired curriculum also combines the best practices of Montessori and STEM-based methodology to create an interactive learning environment – one that helps children understand themselves and find their place in the world through their interactions with others.

Our vision

What is the vision of Edistää?

“To encourage a culture of mutual respect and learning to create independent global citizens, who are capable of innovatively finding solutions within the environment by incorporating best preschool practices around the world.”

Our approach

How do we see every child?

Children have a hundred ways of thinking, of discovering, of learning – through drawing and sculpting, dance and movement, painting and pretend play, modelling and music. Each one of these hundred languages is valued and nurtured at Edistää.

Our role as adults is to observe children, listen to their questions and give them opportunities to explore their interests further. The bond that our teachers and support staff share with the children reflects the warmth, love and culture of our school.

“Happy and healthy children are ready to take on the next new stage of life.”

Our team

Who are the people behind Edistää?

A caring team led by our Principal and Director, guided by an international board of advisors and supported by experienced facilitators.

Our promoters

Mrs. Anar Shah

Principal

Ms. Poonam Merchant

Director

Our board of advisors

Dr. Paddy Sharma

CEO – STEM Centre of Excellence

R.B. Fast

Director, Beeline Consulting, U.S.A.

Dr. Lisa Stueve

STEM Centre of Excellence

Dr. Kanya Greer

Coordinator – STEM Centre of Excellence

Our facilitators

Ashwini Dmello

Vimpi Gosher

Bina (Rupa) Vora

Jacinta Furtado

Kunjal Porwal

Payal Lakhani

Pranita Patil

Priyanka Parekh

Rajju Jhaveri

Ratna Kothari

Roshni Jethwani

Sanskruti Gada

Vidhi Mota

Sylvia Chen Jacob

Kanika Shukla

Our support staff

Health & safety

How do you keep my child safe?

Children have the right to a safe and healthy environment where they can explore, discover and challenge themselves without fear. At Edistää, health and safety are of prime importance.

“Happy and healthy children are ready to take on the next new stage of life.”

Safe every day

At school & at the gate

Clean & healthy

In every classroom

Testimonials

What do parents say about Edistää?

Real words from families who chose Edistää for their little ones.

“Our daughter, Myra loves going to school and did not take more than a day to settle in… The Reggio Emilia approach has taught our child to be resilient, responsible, and confident.”

Ms. Ami Kapadia

Myra’s mother

“Each and every member of the school team… is prompt, helpful and child-friendly. Strong security measures was a key criteria in our choice of a preschool – and we have been very happy on that front also.”

Mr. Prateek Gupta

Cherika’s father

“This was not a school of teachers and students, it was an environment of learning and fun guided by adults who genuinely cared for the child’s growth and fed their curiosity.”

Mr. Gaurav Kohli

Aashna & Aditi’s father

“Edistaa… assures to us parents a safe sanctuary wherein each child is greeted upon his/her arrival by the dynamic principal herself and an extremely able staff and given the warmth just as a family provides.”

Mrs. Jalpa Ajmera

Priansh’s mother

“All the teachers become so involved with the children that both my daughters remember them even today after graduating from the preschool… I always and only recommend this preschool to every parent who asks me.”

Mrs. Janhavi Khandelwal

Kiara & Miraya’s mother

“Edistaa is an international preschool which is definitely warm, friendly and family oriented… He improved his social skills, became self confident and independent.”

Mrs. Shruti Dedhia

Param’s mother

FAQ

Questions about Edistää

Can’t find your answer? Call us on +91 97697 93320 or email info@edistaa.in.

What does the name “Edistää” mean?

Edistää is Finnish for ‘to grow and nurture’ – which is exactly what we do for every child at our preschool in Wadala West, Mumbai.

Who runs Edistää Preschool?

Edistää is led by our Principal, Mrs. Anar Shah, and Director, Ms. Poonam Merchant, guided by a board of advisors from the STEM Centre of Excellence and Beeline Consulting, U.S.A.

What is the Reggio Emilia approach?

It is an innovative and inspiring approach to early childhood education that values each child as strong, capable and resilient – rich with wonder and knowledge. At Edistää we combine it with Montessori and STEM practices.

How does Edistää keep children safe?

Temperature checks at entry, safety gates and railings, developmentally appropriate toys, periodic sanitisation, first-aid trained staff, regular fire drills and security personnel who monitor all visitors.

Where is Edistää Preschool located?

Edistää is at 174, Purnashanti, Nathalal Parekh Marg, Near St. Joseph Circle, Wadala (W), Mumbai 400031 – close to Matunga and Wadala station. Visits are Monday to Friday, 9 am – 1 pm, by appointment. Call +91 97697 93320.