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About Us

Our story, our team, and our Montessori philosophy

Our Story

Founded in 2010 by Dr. Anita Sharma, Petunia Montessori was born from a simple belief: children are natural learners. What they need is the right environment, not instruction. We started with 12 children in a single classroom. Today, we serve over 180 families across Bengaluru.

School campus
“Every child who walks through our doors has a gift. Our job is simply to get out of the way and let them discover it.”
Dr. Anita Sharma

Dr. Anita Sharma

Founder & Principal

AMI-trained Montessorian with 20+ years of experience in early childhood education. PhD in Child Development, University of Delhi.

What is Montessori?

The Montessori method, developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, treats each child as a unique individual with an innate desire to learn. Our classrooms are carefully prepared environments where children choose their own work, move freely, and develop at their own pace - building independence, focus, and a genuine love for learning.

Our Team

Dedicated Montessorians with years of experience

Ms. Priya Nair

Ms. Priya Nair

Head of Primary

Ms. Rekha Iyer

Ms. Rekha Iyer

Toddler Lead

Mr. Arvind Kumar

Mr. Arvind Kumar

Elementary Head

Certifications & Affiliations

AMI Affiliated (Association Montessori Internationale)

Recognized by Karnataka State Board

ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Press & Recognition

“One of Bengaluru's most thoughtfully run Montessori environments.”

— Deccan Herald

“Setting the benchmark for early childhood education in the city.”

— Times of India