About The Ardee Schools

A School Shaped to Inspire the Change.

For over two decades, The Ardee Schools have brought together certified Montessori educators, globally benchmarked K-12 practice, and a leadership team committed to the transformational power of education.

Leadership
Mr. Ashok Varma
Founder, The Ardee Group & The Ardee Schools

Mr. Ashok Varma

Mr. Ashok Varma, the former Chairman of The Ardee group and former President of The Fore School of Management, exhibited a profound commitment to education, aligning with the visionary ideals that inspired the founding of The Ardee School more than two decades ago. His leadership and dedication played a pivotal role in shaping the educational landscape and bringing about a transformative shift in the traditional education system, guided by the vision of "Be the change you want to see," as advocated by Gandhiji.

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Ms. Shefali Varma
Chairperson, The Ardee Group & The Ardee Schools

Ms. Shefali Varma

An alumna of Delhi University and Parsons School of Design, New York, Shefali Varma is the driving force behind the development of The Ardee schools into the country's most respected Montessori and K-12 institutions. A committed educationist who believes in the transformational power of education, Shefali is a life member of the top-ranked FORE School of Management. She also serves as an executive member on the Board of IIM, Lucknow and as a member of the FICCI, CII and CREDAI, and actively contributes to women and child welfare initiatives of several NGOs.

"It is easy to look at progressive education that is the norm in top schools today and assume that this is the best it can be and should be…it is not…and it is time for us to redefine what we call best. That, in itself, is education."

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Ms. Chanda Raisinghani
President, The Ardee Schools

Ms. Chanda Raisinghani

An alumna of the London Montessori Center and the North America Montessori Society, Chanda Raisinghani's long and successful career with The Ardee Schools began in 2003 when she facilitated the launch of the group's flagship Ardee Montessori at Sujan Singh Park, Delhi. For over 20 years under her leadership, the five schools have earned an excellent reputation for providing globally benchmarked early childhood education and K-12 care. A highly-respected national education leader and strong advocate of continuous professional development of teachers, in 1999 she founded The Ardee Teacher Training Centre. She has also served as a member of the apex National Council of Teacher Education (NCTE), Delhi.

"Adaptability, perseverance and determination tags the Ardee students as active global citizens with higher order thinking who use imagination to see the possibility in the circumstance."

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Mr. Armaan Varma
Director, The Ardee Group & The Ardee Schools

Mr. Armaan Varma

Armaan Varma, founder of Ardee Racquet Club (ARC), brings a vision shaped by architecture, entrepreneurship, and a lifelong passion for building. After studying architecture in the UK, he returned to Delhi in 2020 to work across The Ardee Group’s diverse verticals. Inspired by pickleball and the untapped potential of school sports facilities, he transformed an after-school initiative into ARC, established in 2024. Today, ARC operates across New Delhi, Gurugram, and Goa. Its flagship Gurugram facility, launched in September 2026, brings together 15+ sports and wellness experiences. Guided by the philosophy “Built Around Play,” Armaan is building a community-driven sporting destination focused on excellence, inclusivity, and growth.

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Mr. Imaan Varma
Director, The Ardee Group & The Ardee Schools

Mr. Imaan Varma

Imaan represents a new generation of leadership at the Ardee Group, carrying forward its legacy while building for the future. As Brand Custodian, he is driving the Group’s evolution into technology-led education, with a belief that artificial intelligence and data can fundamentally transform how a child’s potential is understood and nurtured.

His focus is on creating intelligent systems that turn everyday learning into meaningful insight - helping schools, educators and families understand not only where a child stands today, but where they can go tomorrow.

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How We Began

Two Decades of Purposeful Education.

From a single Montessori house to a growing network of Montessori and K-12 campuses across North India and Goa.

Early Ardee School event
Flagship Montessori House in New Delhi

The Ardee School was established with a clear vision to deliver a value led, globally minded education, beginning with a strong Montessori foundation.

Introduction of Cambridge Curriculum

The school expanded to offer a comprehensive K–12 Cambridge pathway, thoughtfully integrating the National Curriculum of England with globally benchmarked practices.

A State of the Art School

The Ardee School, Munirka, established in 2003, follows the Montessori pedagogy and is home to a diverse, multi-national and multi-cultural community, with four other Ardee campuses across India.

A Growing Presence in India

The Ardee School now operates multiple campuses, including dedicated Montessori settings and K–12 schools in New Friends Colony, Munirka, Gurugram, Noida and Goa.

The Leadership Team

Among the Finest Educators in India.

Mentors are appointed for their depth of knowledge, strength of character, and their ability to inspire intellectual curiosity and high standards of achievement.

Head of School
Ms. Divya Pant Head of School
Head of Foundation Years
Ms. Sunpritt Dang Head of Foundation Years
Chief Technology Officer
Mr. Ankit Sharma Chief Technology Officer
The Mentors

Guiding every environment.

Nido mentor
Ms. Sonam Nido mentor
EYFS mentor
Ms. Amrita EYFS mentor
Red Mentor
Ms. Aakshi Red Mentor
Blue Mentor
Ms. Nidhi Blue Mentor
Red Mentor
Ms. Ritika Red Mentor
PSA

Parent Ambassadors.

The Ardee Parent Ambassadors community brings parents and mentors together, strengthening the connection between school, student and home. Together, they share a commitment to making every child’s educational journey richer and more meaningful.

The initiative is built on collaboration, trust and a sense of belonging. It helps extend the school experience beyond the classroom, creating a supportive community where children, families and mentors can grow together.

Parents

Active participation in school events and governance.

Students

Student-led initiatives and community building.

Mentors

Mentors are chosen for their expertise, integrity, and ability to inspire curiosity and excellence.

Shri Ashok Varma, Founder
THE MONTESSORI METHOD

A century of evidence.

For over a century, Montessori education has been guided by a simple observation: when children are given a carefully prepared environment, meaningful freedom and time to work independently, they develop intelligence, confidence and self-discipline from within.

At Ardee Montessori Houses, this philosophy shapes every part of the child’s experience. Purposeful Montessori materials, child-sized environments, uninterrupted work cycles and the observing adult come together to support each child’s natural development.

The first six years are a unique period of the Absorbent Mind, when children naturally take in language, movement, order and culture through direct experience.

This is Pure Montessori at Ardee: a carefully prepared environment where the child leads, the adult observes and learning unfolds naturally.

Shri Ashok Varma, Founder
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News & Events.

Moments from campus life — workshops, competitions, and celebrations across the Ardee community.

Parent's Feedback

What Ardee Families Say.

The Ardee community is built on trust, shared values, and meaningful partnerships with families.

A very warm thank you for taking such good care of Zayn. I wanted to inform you that Zayn has been making a lot of progress from the teachings of the school. Every morning he is waking up and chanting OHM, also now hes keen to wash his hands before and after meals. From doing his prayer to singing ring-a-ring-a-roses hes also learning to follow instructions and be more obedient. We as parents are very happy to see him grow and evolve so fast at this age. We thank the school and his teachers/mentors for putting in so much effort and making him better day by day. Have a wonderful day.Thanking you.

Capt. Disha Malik, Parent of Mother of Zayn Sharma

I wanted to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to each one of you for being a part of Avyay's journey at school. His journey with the school began with the Nido Parent-Toddler programme, and looking back, it is heartwarming to see how far he has come. A special thank you to Ms. Sonam for being a part of those early days and to Ms. Jess, who played such an important role in helping him settle in, feel comfortable and gradually find his confidence in the school environment. Those first experiences make such a difference, especially at such a young age.

Vanshika – Parent of Satakshi

As the session comes to an end and the children begin their summer break, I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank all of you for the incredible work you do every single day for our children. Amrita Ma’am, a very special thank you to you for the immense love, patience, care, and dedication you bring into the classroom. The growth we have seen in the children under your guidance has been truly wonderful. Beyond academics, you have played such an important role in shaping their personalities, confidence, habits, behavior, communication, and overall character. It is beautiful to see how the children are slowly becoming more independent, expressive, kind, responsible, and confident because of your nurturing approach.

Ms. Nupur Jain

It is truly heartening to see the children being introduced to the Cambridge curriculum in such a nurturing, engaging, and supportive environment. The balance between academic learning and the development of confidence, kindness, independence, and care is truly commendable. Choosing Ardee Montessori House, Munirka, has been one of the best decisions we have made as parents. I say this not merely as a mentor, but as a parent who genuinely values and appreciates the work being done here.

Ms. Surbhi Sharma, Mother of Shivya Sharma
The Ardee Schools

Five Campuses.

From our founding campus in Sujan Singh Park to our growing presence in New Delhi, Goa, Noida and Gurugram, each Ardee school reflects a unified commitment to thoughtful education, intellectual curiosity, and enduring excellence.

New Friends Colony
Flagship Campus New Friends Colony The Ardee School
New Delhi – 110025
contactus_nfc@theardeeschool.com
Munirka
Campus Munirka The Ardee Montessori House, Munirka
14, A, New Delhi – 110067
contactusmunirka@ardeemontessorihouse.com
Gurugram
Campus Gurugram The Ardee Montessori House, Gurugram
Gate No. 3, South Wing, The Ardee City
contactusgurugram@ardeemontessorihouse.com
Noida
Campus Noida The Ardee Montessori House, Noida
Lotus Boulevard, Sector 100, Noida – 201301
contactusnoida@ardeemontessorihouse.com
Goa
Campus Goa Sangolda, Bardez, Goa – 403522 contactusgoa@theardeeschool.com

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