Education
Seasoned Educator Nilam Sharma Takes Helm at The Vedanya School
The Vedanya School, situated in Flower Valley, Gurugram, has officially announced Ms. Nilam Sharma as the new Head of School starting April 2024. With an extensive career spanning three decades, Ms. Sharma is set to bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to her new role.
Ms. Sharma’s professional journey is distinguished by a 22-year tenure at The Heritage Xperiential Learning Schools in Gurgaon, where she not only was a founding member but also held various leadership positions, including Head of Primary School, Director of Early Years, and Head of School at their Sector 57 campus.
Throughout her career, Ms. Sharma has been dedicated to elevating the standard of education. She has been at the forefront of an in-house teacher development programme, the creation of stimulating learning environments, and the launch of community outreach initiatives. Her commitment to educational excellence has seen her travel extensively both domestically and internationally, engaging with some of the world’s foremost educational methodologies. She has enriched her pedagogical repertoire through training with Waldorf and Expeditionary Learning Education and participation in summer school at the esteemed Reggio Emilia in Italy.
Ms. Nilam Sharma’s educational philosophy is heavily influenced by the teachings of luminaries such as Sri Aurobindo, Rabindranath Tagore, Loris Malaguzzi, and Jiddu Krishnamurthy. Her approach to education is both diverse and comprehensive, encapsulating a curriculum that not only imparts knowledge but also fosters human values and capabilities.
As she steps into her new role at The Vedanya School, Ms. Nilam Sharma is poised to continue her passionate advocacy for quality education through innovative practices and an ethos that nurtures the whole child. ScooNews congratulates her and wishes her luck in accomplishing her vision for the future of learning.