Tridha, where learning comes alive
A pioneer of Waldorf education in India
Tridha is the first Waldorf school in Mumbai, India. We’ve been loved and trusted since our inception in 2000 because we take learning far beyond textbooks and exams. We nurture students to become capable individuals who contribute meaningfully to the world.
Our History
Tridha was founded by a group of individuals who wanted learning to be a joyful and soul-enriching experience for their children. Our school began with just kindergarten and Grade 1 in June 2000. Today, we have over 600 students enrolled from Playgroup to Grade 12.
We impart a holistic, hands-on education across our two campuses – a city campus in Andheri East, Mumbai and a rural campus in Raigad district, two hours away from the school.
Like other Waldorf schools around the world, Tridha is secular, co-educational and non-selective. We are inspired by the ideas of Rudolf Steiner and maintain strong connections with other Waldorf schools globally. We retain the essence of the Waldorf approach while preparing students for IGCSE and A Level examinations.
Tridha’s Guiding Principles
At Tridha, we hold on to the promise of a childhood filled with joy. Through academics, the arts, and all our specialist programs, we strive to keep the senses alive. Guided by the Waldorf philosophy, we consider it a sacred commitment to help children navigate their path to adulthood, ensuring that each step is marked by joy, happiness, and learning. Through age-appropriate milestones, we prepare them to embrace adulthood with confidence and self-awareness. Our purpose flows through everything we say and do, and we are dedicated to developing conscientious individuals who carve their own unique path in life.
Non-competitive environment
In our non-competitive, yet supportive environment, students develop confidence in their unique abilities and the courage to carve their unique path in life
Artistic development
Tridhans grow into creative and fulfilled adults through a school experience which prioritises the arts, self-expression and problem-solving
Healthy social outlook
We embed dialogue and discussions into every subject, helping students understand their impact on the world and become ethical global citizens
Inclusivity
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Sharing, equality and community define the Tridha experience, where students of all genders together partake in lessons, excursions and meals
Individuality
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We respect the individuality of each child, giving them the freedom to choose and the support to make informed decisions
Leadership
Tridha is run by The Indian Education Revival Trust that bears complete legal responsibility for the school. It also monitors the financial matters of the school and cares for its development and maintenance. The Trust also monitors the academics and the functioning of the school, limiting itself to an active resolution of issues brought forward.
Trustees
The Board of Trustees make sure our school will fulfil our mission for each and every student.
Patrick
Brillant
Trained in Holistic Medicine (Acupuncture and Homoeopathy), Patrick has undergone one-year residential training in Steiner Education in France. He too is a founder member of Tridha and has been conducting the Steiner Education Course since 1999. (Beginners & Advanced).
Aban
Bana
A trained Eurythmist and experienced Waldorf teacher; she was a co-founder and teacher of the London Waldorf School. She is also the co-founder of Tridha. A pioneer of Waldorf schools in India; presently, she is lecturing on new pedagogical and anthroposophical initiatives in India and abroad.
Ruth
Mehta
A co-founder of Tridha; she has a diploma in Early Childhood Education Course, as well as a B.Ed. degree from Mumbai University. She has been a teacher for over 35 years. She has been trained in Waldorf education by experienced Waldorf mentors. Currently, she is the Acting Head of the school and the Course Coordinator and teacher for the Steiner Education course.
Navjyoti
Brillant
Navjyoti has been working in the field of education for 20 years. She has taught students from Nursery up to Grade 8 and is a teacher trainer and parent educator. Navjyoti holds a Masters in Education (Waldorf) from California, USA, a Masters in Applied Psychology, and a B.Ed. in History and English. She holds a Cambridge International Diploma for Teachers and Trainers with distinction. She has trained in various child-centred modalities like Play Therapy, Teaching for Understanding, and Metaphor therapy. She is currently training to become an Anthroposophic Psychotherapist.
The Core Group and its Members
Comprising of the Director and the heads of the various sections – Administration, Kindergarten, Primary and High School, the Core Group takes responsibility for all educational matters as well as the day to day running of the school.
Patrick Brillant
(Founder, School Director and Trustee)
Patrick is the Director of the school, oversees the functioning of the school, mentors the teachers and is a Steiner Education Course lecturer.
Larisa Rodrigues
(Head of Administration)
Larisa has a 14-year tenure with Tridha, during which she has garnered extensive experience across various administrative roles. She holds a Master’s degree in Education (M.Ed.) from Mumbai University and a Bachelor’s degree in Arts, majoring in Education and History, from Sophia College. Fresh out of her academic journey, Ms. Larisa joined Tridha as her first job and has since considered the school her second family, firmly establishing her roots here. She has been trained in the Steiner Education Course at Tridha.
Yasmini Shirke
(Kindergarten Coordinator)
Yasmini is a commerce graduate with a deep passion for the arts, stories, gardening, and travelling. Her journey into the professional world began by assisting her brother in his business and managing the accounting department. Yasmini’s association with Tridha marked a significant turning point in her life. Initially coming to Tridha as a parent, she soon became deeply interested in the Steiner philosophy, which sparked her journey as a lifelong learner. Her desire to understand and immerse herself in the Steiner philosophy led her to complete the Steiner Education Course basic and advanced level at Tridha. She followed it up by undertaking various courses and workshops on Eurythmy, Special Needs Education, Humanising Education with Art. Music and Movement – Hyderabad, and Workshops under Sadhana IASWECE (International Association for Steiner/Waldorf Early Childhood Education).
Yasmini has had the privilege of learning from experienced educators and practitioners such as Dr. Lakshmi Prasanna, Helle Heckman, Sven Saar, Jeff Martin, and Nancy Blanning.
As part of her practical training, Yasmini worked for three weeks with kindergarten teachers at the Edinburgh Steiner School in Scotland, one of the oldest Steiner schools. This experience provided her with hands-on experience in implementing Steiner principles in early childhood education.
For the past 16 years, Yasmini has been an integral part of the kindergarten team at Tridha and at present is the Kindergarten Coordinator. Her journey of learning and giving back to the community continues to inspire those around her.
Navjyoti Brillant
(Head of Primary)
Navjyoti has been working deeply with Steiner Education since the year 2009. She began her journey with Tridha as a class teacher and continued being a class teacher at New York City in a Waldorf School. She is now back with Tridha as the mentor and head of Primary School, since 2017. Navjyoti has two children, who study at Tridha.
Paromita Fredericks
(Head of High School)
After a Master in Science qualification, Paromita has been a dedicated full-time mother and a proficient medical transcriber focusing on quality control of medicolegal documents. After 12 years in the MT industry, she decided to pursue her passion for teaching. She spent a year teaching in a conventional school, before she found her calling at Tridha in 2015 and completed her Steiner Education Course at Tridha. An enthusiastic teaching advocate, she has spent 9 years with Tridha and considers this her second home.
Tour our Campuses
TRIDHA
Our school building in Andheri East, Mumbai
TERRA
Our outdoor campus in Ghotavade Village, Raigad District
Academic Affiliations
Tridha is affiliated with the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) system.
We prepare our students for the IGCSE and A Level examinations
Registration Number: IN744
