About Us
12 YEARS. 40 SCHOOLS. ONE BIG IDEA.
In 2014, Crayons Schools started with one simple, powerful belief: every child in every neighbourhood deserves world-class early education — not just children in premium zip codes or expensive localities.
In 2014, Crayons Schools started with one simple, powerful belief: every child in every neighbourhood deserves world-class early education — not just children in premium zip codes or expensive localities.
Twelve years later, that belief has become a movement.
OUR GROWTH TIMELINE
Vision
OUR VALUES
- Child First — Every decision we make starts with what's best for the child.
- Neighbourhood Rooting — Premium education belongs in every locality, not just elite zones.
- Indian at Heart — Global methods, rooted in Indian culture, values, and community spirit.
- Partner Integrity — We grow when our franchise partners grow. Zero royalty is our proof.
- Continuous Improvement — 12 years in, we still learn, update, and evolve.
Mission
To make international-standard early childhood education accessible in every neighbourhood across India without compromise on quality, safety, or warmth.
- Creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child feels valued
- Delivering NEP 2020-aligned learning focused on understanding, skills, and real application
- Encouraging curiosity, creativity, and the courage to question
- Building communication, collaboration, and problem-solving that lasts beyond school
- Instilling values respect, empathy, integrity, and responsibility through daily experience
- Nurturing physical, emotional, and mental well-being with equal seriousness
- Preparing students to adapt, grow, and contribute meaningfully in a changing world
THE CRAYONS DIFFERENCE​
- We are not the largest preschool brand in India. We are not trying to be. What we are is something different: the most trusted name in neighbourhood schooling across South India.
- While national chains compete for the top of city rankings, Crayons is building something deeper a network of excellent schools that are genuinely part of their communities. Where teachers know every child. Where parents feel welcomed. Where learning feels like joy.
Meet Our Visionary Founders
Passionate educators dedicated to nurturing young minds through innovation, quality education, and holistic early childhood development.
Ramprasad Ragutu
Founder & Chairman
Dr. Ramya Katamneni, IIM
Director