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What sets us apart?

Empowering Tomorrow's Global Learners

At 21K School, we go beyond the boundaries of traditional education. As an accredited online K-12 school, we offer curricula from India and Britain to learners aged 3 to 18 years, reaching over 7,500 learners across 500 cities in 78+ countries. Our learners come from diverse backgrounds and cultures, united in our innovative, inclusive, and dynamic learning spaces.

Our journey began in June 2020 with a mission to make high-quality, personalized, and transparent education accessible to all—anytime, anywhere. Today, we’re a global community that empowers learners to explore and thrive through immersive, real-world learning experiences designed to help them succeed in an ever-evolving world.

  • Deep, Transformative Learning

    At 21K School, learning isn’t about rote memorization; it’s about mastery, creativity, and solving real challenges of real life. Our learners dive deeply into content, applying what they learn to life’s challenges, honing essential skills like critical thinking, collaboration, and empathy. We believe in nurturing every learner’s unique potential, supporting each one on their individual journey to discover new possibilities, excel academically, and “Be More.”

  • A World of Flexibility

    We understand that each learner is unique, and every learner's journey is different. At 21K School, we enable a learning experience that adapts to individual needs, whether it is for a learner to seek more challenges, a more nurturing environment, or more flexibility for pursuits outside of school. 21K School is where education seamlessly fits your life and goals.

  • Facilitators Who Inspire

    Our dedicated facilitators aren’t just instructors; they’re mentors and partners in the learning journey of your child. With comprehensive training, advanced degrees, and a strong passion for enabling each learner to realize their potential, our facilitators create a space in which learners can be heard, valued, and supported to explore their paths.

  • A Dynamic, Research-Driven Curriculum

    Our award-winning curriculum strikes the balance between cutting-edge research on learning and cognition and innovative and engaging content. In the earlier grades, we focus on a mastery-based approach to developing foundational skills. Moving into middle and upper grades, learners work on more collaborative projects and assessments that give them challenges in all areas-academically and personally.

  • Personalised Learning, Tailored for You

    Learning at 21K is a personalised journey. We believe each learner has potential, making it possible to combine such interactive online lessons, richness in content, and variety of materials to fit individual learners' needs and styles into the learning process. This individualised approach fosters a love of learning, encouraging each learner to discover, explore, and excel in their unique way.

Values & Ethos

Personalised education direct to your home.

Vision

At 21K School, our vision is to create a world where every child embarks on a journey of self-discovery, and is empowered to shape their future and contribute meaningfully to society. We aspire to provide holistic, lifelong learning experiences that cultivate global citizens ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Mission

Our mission is to deliver inclusive flexible joyful education, that supports the needs of each individual learner, in an enabling community where learning is successful. We will create a "Happiest Classroom" that embodies:

  • Custom Learning Pathways:
    Differentiated programs that are aligned with each learner's stage and goals, which ensures a cohesive, year-level progression informed by global standards.
  • Passionate, Skilled Facilitators:
    Facilitators dedicated to growth, who engage in continuous learning, mentorship, and collaboration, all to support meaningful learner outcomes.
  • Inclusive Learning Environments:
    Spaces where every learner’s voice matters, fostering an inclusive, supportive, and adaptable educational experience.
  • Engaging, Enriching Resources:
    Innovative, interactive resources that stimulate interest and participation.
  • Data-Driven Insights:
    Adaptive learning through data-driven insights, helping to pivot the learning approach at the right time and in the right way.
  • Community Collaboration:
    A culture that values community and parental involvement, creating a shared journey through participation in learning and school initiatives.
  • For Learners

    • Flexible Learning Anytime, Anywhere:
      A learning experience designed to fit each learner’s life and pace.
    • Real-World Learning:
      Authentic, engaging education led by passionate facilitators.
    • Beyond Memorization:
      An end to rote learning, where understanding, creativity, and critical thinking take precedence.
    • Supportive Mentorship:
      Positive relationships with facilitators who inspire and guide, reducing stress and enhancing well-being.
  • For Facilitators

    • Balanced Workload:
      Facilitators engage smaller groups, allowing for meaningful interactions.
    • Empowering Roles
      Facilitators as mentors, creating dynamic, learner-centered environments rather than taking a conventional “sage on the stage” approach.
    • Professional Growth:
      Continuous training to foster emotional intelligence, self-management, and a growth mindset.
    • Well-Being at Work:
      A supportive environment where facilitators thrive, leading to stronger, lasting educational impact.
  • For Families

    • Active Involvement:
      Families become active partners in their child’s education, with open access to progress updates and active roles in school decision-making.
    • Strengthened Relationships:
      Parenting resources, workshops, and support, fostering deeper connections and reduced stress.
    • Clear Communications:
      Streamlined communication channels for seamless engagement with the school.
  • For Society

    • Accessible, Quality Education:
      Bridging geographic divides, bringing world-class education to learners everywhere.
    • Overcoming Educator Shortages:
      Supporting education access to address the scarcity of qualified teachers in underserved areas.
    • Sustainable Learning:
      Lower carbon footprint with a digitally native approach that’s environmentally responsible and sustainable.

21K Group

Empowering Future-Ready Learners for a Transformative World

In a world that’s evolving faster than ever, education must keep pace. Imagine an environment where every learner can progress at their own speed, free from the constraints of a one-size-fits-all approach. 21K School is redefining what education can be—an adaptive, forward-thinking journey designed to prepare young minds for a future where technology and creativity converge.

Our Institutions

21K school

Asia’s leading online-only school, 21K School offers both structured and flexible learning paths customized to each learner’s unique journey. With a digital-first foundation, we focus on academic excellence and the holistic development of every learner’s potential. Ranked India's #1 Leading Online School in the Education World India School Grand Jury Awards 2021-22., we emphasize an education that is seamless, relevant, and accessible to all.

21K Skills

In a rapidly changing world, upskilling and reskilling are essential. 21K Skills provides leading courses that prepare individuals, professionals, and even retired military personnel for the demands of tomorrow. With global partnerships in fields like software engineering and data science, 21K Skills empowers learners to stay ahead in their careers, equipped with the skills that matter most.

Leading the Education Evolution

At 21K Group, we believe in change for the better. We lead the vanguard of educational transformation to empower today's learners for tomorrow's world through the innovative integration of digital learning and real-world applications.

Our Leaders

Yeshwanth Raj Parasmal

Chief Executive Officer

Yeshwanth is a value-driven entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the education sector. He is passionate about transforming the way we see education in India. He has facilitated the establishment and management of over 75 educational institutions in India, including tribal and naxal affected areas. Yeshwanth has completed MBA in Education Management from the University of Southampton, UK and is recognised widely as a leader in the sector. He was honoured with the UK Global Alumni Awards (finalist) in 2022.

Dr Senthil Kumaran A

Non-Executive Director

With over 30 years of educational experience, Dr. Senthil launched the groundbreaking Learners Confluence in India, a program aimed at fostering peer learning and knowledge sharing among teachers. Formerly the Principal Counsellor at CII Institute of Quality, he facilitated educational excellence initiatives nationally and internationally. He is an authority in various excellence frameworks i.e. EFQM, MBNQA, DSIB-KHDA, QCI-NABET, QMS, NBA, NAAC & CII Education Excellence Framework.

Dinesh Kumar

Non-Executive Director

Education For All. This is the mission that drives Dinesh Kumar. As a Silicon Valley professional and USC alumni with over ten years of experience working for companies like NVIDIA, HP, and various other startups. He possesses the expertise necessary to build a competitive yet enriching learning platform. He is passionate about technology and is particularly invested in using it to solve the genuine issues we face in the world today.

Aruna Shetty

Head of Schools

Ms. Aruna Shetty, currently serving as the Head of School, boasts over 18 years of diverse experience across international educational boards, including International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), American curriculum, and Indian Boards such as NIOS. Ms. Shetty advocates for an inclusive educational environment and her overarching vision is to facilitate a transformative learning experience for her learners, equipping them to make a positive impact on the world around them.

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