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Ms. Aastha Bhola
Junior Programme Head
As a Junior Programme Head, I believe the early years shape how children see learning for life. My focus is on creating joyful, structured experiences that build curiosity, confidence, and care in every child. At MDPS, we design classrooms where every voice is heard and every milestone matters.
- Bachelor of Arts (Political Science)
- Nursery Primary Teacher Training (NPTT)
- Diploma in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)
- Recently pursuing PGDGC
- Qualified Teacher Competency Training (QCT) by Jenny Mosley
- Regular participant in pedagogical, leadership, child safety, inclusive education, and NEP-focused professional development programmes
- Continuous training in Early Childhood Care Education, classroom management, assessment practices, and school leadership
I began my professional career at Shemrock Heritage as a Facilitator and Event Coordinator, where I gained valuable experience in early childhood education, classroom facilitation, event planning, and parent engagement. During my tenure, I developed strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills while creating engaging and meaningful learning experiences for young learners.
I later joined Mother Divine Public School as a Nursery Teacher and subsequently taught Kindergarten, where I built a strong foundation in early childhood education through child-centred, activity-based, and experiential teaching practices.
Recognising my commitment, leadership abilities, and organisational skills, I was entrusted with additional responsibilities as a Grade Representative within 4 months of joining, coordinating academic planning, teacher collaboration, and curriculum implementation. Over the years, I further expanded my role by serving as an Admission Coordinator, Event Planner and Coordinator, and Academic Coordinator, successfully leading student admissions, organising school events, and planning a wide range of academic and co-curricular programmes.
Driven by a passion for continuous learning and educational excellence, I progressed to my current role as Head – Junior Programme. In this capacity, I lead the academic and administrative functioning of the Junior Wing, mentor teachers, oversee curriculum planning and implementation, develop school-based learning resources, strengthen parent partnerships, and work towards creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that supports the holistic development of every child.
Previous Roles Held at Mother Divine Public School
- Nursery Teacher
- Kindergarten Teacher
- Grade Representative
- Admission Coordinator
- Event Planner and Coordinator
- Academic Coordinator (Junior Programme)
- Head – Junior Programme
Key Responsibilities
- Academic planning and curriculum implementation for the Junior Programme
- Teacher mentoring, observation, and professional development
- Curriculum alignment with NEP 2020 and NCF guidelines
- Designing child-centred and experiential learning programmes
- Parent communication and engagement initiatives
- Planning and execution of school events, assemblies, and celebrations
- Admission counselling and parent orientation
- Student wellbeing, safety, and holistic development
- Data analysis for academic planning and differentiated instruction
- Classroom observations and continuous school improvement
- Policy development and implementation
- Cross-functional coordination for the smooth functioning of the Junior Programme
Significant Milestones
- Successfully transitioned classroom practices from traditional teaching to inquiry-based and experiential learning.
- Led the implementation of NEP-aligned teaching-learning practices in the Junior Programme.
- Redesigned the assessment framework to focus on holistic child development across cognitive, language, social-emotional, physical, and creative domains.
- Introduced differentiated learning plans based on learner profiles and assessment data.
- Strengthened teacher capacity through regular mentoring, workshops, and classroom support.
- Established structured parent engagement initiatives to foster stronger school-home partnerships.
- Developed systems that enhanced academic planning, monitoring, and overall school functioning.
- Successfully led the development of the school's English Course Book for Nursery, aligned with foundational literacy goals and experiential learning practices.
Developed the English Grammar Book for Grades III to VI, ensuring age-appropriate language progression, competency-based learning, and alignment with the school's curriculum.
Major Initiatives Led
- Story-led and exploration-based classroom learning
- Activity-based and experiential teaching practices
- Led the development of the school's in-house English Course Book (Nursery).
- Designed and developed the English Grammar Book for Grades III–VI.
- Implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) framework
- Holistic assessment policy focusing on all developmental domains
- Differentiated learning through student performance data
- Strengthening foundational literacy and numeracy practices
- Student Safety Shield initiatives and child protection awareness programmes
- Reading enhancement programmes and literacy initiatives
- Teacher mentoring and instructional coaching
- Development of structured academic calendars and curriculum planning
- Parent orientation programmes and awareness sessions
- Child Safety Month initiatives
- Health, wellbeing, and life-skills awareness programmes
Contribution to School Improvement
- Created systems for data-driven academic decision-making.
- Strengthened classroom practices through regular observations and constructive feedback.
- Improved collaboration among teachers through coordinated planning and resource sharing.
- Developed structured academic processes ensuring consistency across all sections.
- Enhanced communication between school and parents through meaningful engagement programmes.
- Streamlined admissions, orientation, and transition processes for new students.
- Contributed to a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment aligned with the school's vision.
Community Engagement
- Designed parent engagement programmes to strengthen home-school partnerships.
- Conducted parent awareness sessions on child safety, positive parenting, health, and wellbeing.
- Organised workshops, literacy drives, celebrations, and community-based learning experiences.
- Encouraged active parent participation through interactive school events and collaborative activities.
Professional Development
Major Training Programmes Attended
- Qualified Teacher Competency (QCT) 2 days Training by Jenny Mosley
- Early Childhood Education Programmes
- NEP 2020 and NCF Implementation Workshops
- Assessment and Competency-Based Learning Programmes
- Child Safety and Protection Workshops
- Inclusive Education and Classroom Management Training
- Leadership Development Programmes
Publications & Curriculum Development
Curriculum Development & Publications
- Led the development of the MDPS English Course Book for Nursery, focusing on foundational literacy, phonemic awareness, vocabulary development, and activity-based learning.
- Authored and developed the MDPS English Grammar Book for Grades III–VI, aligned with competency-based learning, progressive grammar concepts, and practical language application.
- Contributed to the design of curriculum resources, worksheets, assessments, and teacher support material to strengthen classroom instruction and improve student learning outcomes.
Awards & Recognition
- Appreciation and Recognition from SilverZone Olympiad for academic coordination and student participation.
- Recognition from MysticLand for educational initiatives and student engagement.
- Participant and contributor in the Grow Wings Leadership Boot Camp.
Leadership Perspective
Leadership Philosophy
"I believe that every child deserves a safe, joyful, and engaging learning environment where curiosity is nurtured, individuality is respected, and every learner is empowered to reach their full potential. Strong collaboration among teachers, parents, and students forms the foundation of meaningful education."
Vision for the School
To build a future-ready learning community where every child develops academically, socially, emotionally, creatively, and ethically through innovative, inclusive, and experiential learning. We strive to nurture confident, compassionate, responsible, and lifelong learners who are prepared to contribute positively to society.
Areas of Expertise & Interest
- Early Childhood Education
- Curriculum Design and Academic Planning
- NEP Implementation
- Teacher Mentoring and Capacity Building
- Student Wellbeing and Child Safety
- Assessment and Differentiated Learning
- Parent Partnership and Community Engagement
- Leadership and School Improvement
- Story-led and Experiential Learning
Education is not merely about acquiring knowledge—it is about nurturing compassionate, confident, and responsible individuals who are prepared for life. At Mother Divine Public School, we believe that every child is unique and possesses immense potential waiting to be discovered.
Our commitment is to provide a joyful, safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment where curiosity is encouraged, creativity is celebrated, and values are nurtured alongside academic excellence. Guided by the vision of the National Education Policy, we strive to create meaningful learning experiences that foster critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and holistic development across all domains.
We deeply value the partnership between school and home, recognising that parents are our strongest collaborators in shaping every child's journey. Together, we can inspire children to become lifelong learners, empathetic citizens, and confident leaders of tomorrow.
Let us continue working together to ensure that every child feels valued, empowered, and inspired to learn, grow, and make a positive difference in the world.
