Mumbai,
March 06, 2026 : Lighthouse Learning Group, India’s leading
Early Childhood and K-12 education group, today announced a strategic
partnership with Early Learning Village (ELV), a Gurugram-based early years
institution known for its child-centred, research-led approach. The partnership
marks a significant step toward strengthening and scaling a globally
benchmarked early childhood education model in India.
The
collaboration brings together ELV’s intentionally small-group, thoughtfully
designed learning environment with Lighthouse Learning’s institutional depth,
governance expertise, and proven capability in nurturing and expanding
high-quality education brands across geographies. Rooted in shared values and a
long-term vision for excellence, the partnership aims to extend ELV’s
distinctive philosophy beyond Gurugram into new cities.
Founded
on a commitment to child-centric, research-led pedagogy, ELV has built a strong
reputation for delivering globally aligned curriculum frameworks within
carefully curated learning spaces. Its immersive early learning ecosystem
integrates global best practices with contextual relevance, prioritising
emotional security, cognitive growth, and holistic development.
With
over two decades of experience, Lighthouse Learning Group brings robust academic
and governance frameworks that support calibrated growth while preserving
institutional identity. Its strategic partnerships, including with Heritage
Xperiential Schools in Gurugram, reflect its ability to enable expansion while
remaining aligned to each institution’s core vision and ethos.
Prajodh
Rajan, Co-Founder & Group CEO, Lighthouse Learning Group,
said, “We are delighted to partner with Early Learning Village, an institution that exemplifies
the highest quality in early childhood education with strong philosophy and
deep academic integrity. ELV represents a differentiated, globally
benchmarked early years model that aligns closely with our values. We look
forward to supporting Priya and Heba as we extend ELV’s framework into new
cities while preserving the quality, integrity, and intentionality that define
the institution.”
Pradeep
Jolly, Co-Founder, Early Learning Village,
commented, “ELV has always been built on the belief that early childhood
education must be intentional, research-backed, and deeply nurturing. As we
look toward expansion, it was essential to partner with an organisation that
values institutional integrity as much as we do. Lighthouse Learning’s
experience in scaling education brands thoughtfully gives us the confidence to
grow while preserving the culture, standards, and child-centric ethos that
define ELV.”
Priya
Dhawan, Co-Founder, Early Learning Village,
added, “Educational excellence and a deeply child-centric philosophy have
always been at our core. As we enter our next phase of growth, strong
governance and long-term sustainability are critical. Lighthouse Learning
brings the institutional depth required to support this journey, enabling
thoughtful scale while safeguarding the quality and globally aligned,
research-led approach that define ELV.”
Heba
Zaidi Khosla, Co-Founder, Early Learning Village,
said, “At this stage of ELV’s journey, it was important for us to find a
partner that deeply understands and respects our philosophy. Lighthouse
Learning shares our belief in intentional, research-driven environments and
long-term institutional strength. This partnership allows us to expand beyond
Gurugram while preserving the personalised approach that defines ELV.”
With
a shared commitment to quality, governance, and purposeful expansion,
Lighthouse Learning Group and Early Learning Village aim to create a
sustainable growth pathway in India’s early childhood education segment,
establishing ELV as a benchmark early years institution across key urban
markets.
LoEstro
Advisors acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Early Learning Village and
its management on the partnership. Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas served as the
legal advisor to Lighthouse Learning Group, while Ernst & Young LLP acted
as the financial advisor to the Group.
About Lighthouse Learning Group:
Lighthouse Learning Group, formerly known
as EuroKids International, is India’s leading Early Childhood & K-12
Education group. Driven by its purpose to unlock human potential by igniting
the love for learning through its institutions, which includes leading brands
like EuroKids Preschool, Kangaroo Kids Preschool, EuroSchool, Billabong High
International, Centre Point Group of Schools, Heritage International
Xperiential School, Heritage Xperiential Learning School, Phoenix Greens School
of Learning and Finland International School Maldives. Nurturing over 200,000
students every day, Lighthouse Learning emphasizes a ‘Child First’ philosophy,
innovative pedagogy, and child safety. With over 2,000 Preschools and 60 K-12
Schools, it empowers 1,850 women entrepreneurs and employs a direct and
indirect workforce of over 25,000 people. Global investment firm KKR first
invested in Lighthouse Learning in 2019, and subsequently in 2025.
To know more, please visit: www.lighthouse-learning.com
