Our pathways, integrated with IGCSE and IB, prepare learners to build the mindset and skills necessary for students to thrive in a tech-driven, global, ever-changing world. We focus on equipping our learners with hands-on learning, skill development, and real-world problem-solving- all the tools needed to succeed not just academically, but socially, emotionally, and creatively.
Purpose-Based Schools at Ekya are built around a clear, future-facing vision that shapes how students think, learn, and engage with the world. Each school is designed around two core pillars that guide every touchpoint of the student experience:
A launchpad for future changemakers, this pathway blends design thinking, ethical business, and problem-solving. Students learn to turn ideas into impact, build ventures with purpose, and develop an entrepreneurial mindset that's valuable in any career.
The Making Pathway brings ideas to life through hands-on exploration of engineering, craftsmanship, and technology. In our vibrant Maker's Space, students experiment, build, and learn by doing—developing patience, precision, resilience, and confidence through making with their hands.
This school is designed for learners who see possibilities where others see problems, who feel compelled to understand how things work, and who naturally experiment, prototype, and refine. Here, design is not a subject; it is a way of thinking. Creativity is not an extracurricular activity; it is a daily practice. Innovation is not an end goal; it is a mindset shaped through inquiry, iteration, and meaningful making.
Founded in honour of Sri Chikka Muniyappa Reddy, the CMR Group has grown into one of Bangalore’s leading education networks.
Est. 1991 | 35+ years of educational excellence Undergraduate • Postgraduate •Early Years
Est. 2010 | Progressive, future-focused learning across multiple campuses Bangalore
Est. 2024 | India’s first K-12 purpose-based school for Innovation, Creativity & Design
Est. 2025 | Nature-immersive education for tomorrow’s compassionate changemakers
key advisors • AMBASSADORS • PATHWAY ADVISORS
key advisors
Previously, she founded Wingon Travel and ASLAN, China’s largest B2B air ticket platform. With a global team, she champions innovation and serves as an Entrepreneurship and Innovation Pathway Advisor at Ekya Nava.
He co-founded G.A.M.E and ACT Grants, focusing on scalable change. Formerly early leader at Flipkart, he shaped it’s tech and people strategy. As an angel investor, He supports human capital & ed-tech innovations
With experience in companies like Samsung, IBM & New Corp’s NDS for product development and startups, he partners with founders to impactful, market-leading businesses for tomorrow’s India.
He co-invented the Embrace incubator, impacting, impacting over 25,000 babies. With a BS in Biochemical Engineering & MBA from Stanford, and an MPA from Harvard, his work promotes equity & real-world skills in creative education
A Taiwanese Entrepreneur & angel investor, he holds a master’s in electrical engineering from boston university. his investment portfolio includes ventures in blockchain & digital payments, showing his commitment to tech & innovation
Purpose-Based Schools at Ekya are built around a clear, future-facing vision that shapes how students think, learn, and engage with the world. Each school is designed around two core pillars that guide every touchpoint of the student experience:
A clear, unifying vision that directs curriculum and campus experiences.
At Ekya Nava, students engage in Entrepreneurship & Innovation frames projects, assessments, and campus culture.
Ekya Vana, India’s first purpose-based K-12 school for sustainability and conservation. a transformative learning space that reimagines education through a deep and mindful connection with nature.
Ekya Vana, India’s first purpose-based K-12 school for sustainability and conservation. a transformative learning space that reimagines education through a deep and mindful connection with nature.
