For you
Leadership Development
Helping preschool owners become confident leaders through guidance and knowledge sharing.
Namaste, preschool leaders!
Empowering Preschool Leaders.Building strong foundations for every child.
BELA is a warm, nationwide community where preschool owners, school leaders and teachers learn, share and grow together. Because no one should have to run a preschool alone.
Learn · Share · Growwith preschools across India
We know your day.
Running a preschool is a big job
Across India, preschool leaders face remarkably similar challenges, every single day.
School and children, both
You manage the institution while lovingly nurturing young children.
Teachers and parents, both
You mentor teachers while handling ever-changing parent expectations.
Quality and fees, both
You want the best education while keeping the school running and sustainable.
Until now, there was no national platform just for preschools. BELA was created to change that.
What BELA does
Four ways we help your preschool grow
For your teachers
Teacher Empowerment
Practical training for better classrooms, child engagement and parent communication.
For your parents
Parent Partnership
Helping schools guide parents on child development and healthy expectations.
For all of us
Community & Collaboration
A friendly network where preschool leaders exchange ideas and support each other.
What we believe
When these four come together, children benefit the most
Every child
deserves a strong foundation.
Every teacher
deserves professional support.
Every preschool leader
deserves a trusted network.
Every parent
deserves reliable guidance on early childhood development.
As a BELA Affiliate
Good things that come to your school, all year long
Not one-time benefits. Fresh support through the whole academic year.
Affiliation Certificate
Official recognition, plus the BELA Affiliated Institution logo for your school.
Webinars & Sessions
Affiliate-only webinars and knowledge sessions you can join from your school.
Resources & Bulletin
Templates, guides, parent kits and a monthly BELA Bulletin with ready-to-use ideas.
Meet & Network
Regional meet-ups, forums and the BELA Annual Conference.
Our promise
Not competition. Collaboration.
When schools grow stronger together, early childhood education improves for everyone across the country.
Guided by experience
Our Founding National Advisory Council
Respected educators who give BELA its direction and keep it rooted in sound early childhood principles, supported by our Advisor to the Board.
Dr. Jawahar SurisettiEducationist · Psychologist · Author
Dr. Farooq WasilEducation Leader · President Awardee
Dr. Syeda NusrathEducationist · Teacher Trainer
Simple, one plan
Begin your BELA journey today
Affiliation is open to preschool owners and preschool institutions across India.
BELA Connect
₹5,000 / year
- Affiliation certificate & BELA logo
- Knowledge & resource library
- FLN assessment frameworks
- Affiliate-only webinars & sessions
- Monthly BELA Bulletin
Together, let's give every child the strongest start.
ConnectJoin a nationwide network of preschool leaders.
LearnProfessional development, resources and peer insights.
GrowStrengthen your institution and your team.
ImpactBuild stronger foundations for every child in India.
About BELA
Building a stronger future for early childhood education
BELA (Bharat Early Learning Alliance) is a professional network that brings together preschools committed to continuous learning, collaboration and excellence.
What we observed
The people who shape the early years need support too
Lack of structured support
The early years lay the foundation for everything. Yet preschool professionals often work without the support, recognition and community other parts of education enjoy.
Strengthening leaders & educators
Better preschool education begins by empowering the people who make it happen every day: preschool owners, school leaders and educators.
Continuous learning
BELA is not a conventional association. It is a network of like-minded schools that keep learning and growing together.
Our Vision
To build India's foundational learning infrastructure, so every child, including those in underserved communities, gets the strongest possible start in life.
Our Mission
To strengthen preschool leadership, empower educators, promote informed parent-school partnerships and encourage age-appropriate early learning, through collaboration, professional development and shared knowledge.
Strengthen LeadershipEmpower EducatorsParent PartnershipsEarly Learning Practices
Why BELA was created
Preschool leaders everywhere face the same challenges
Dual responsibility
Managing the school while nurturing young children, balancing paperwork with the very personal work of early education.
Mentoring under pressure
Guiding teachers while meeting ever-changing parent expectations.
Quality vs. sustainability
Giving children quality education while managing day-to-day running costs.
There was no national platform just for preschools. BELA was founded to bridge this gap, a community where schools learn, share and grow together.
Our Approach
Four connected focus areas
1 · Leadership Development
Helping owners become confident institutional leaders
- Knowledge sharing: curated insights, research and best practices.
- Professional guidance: mentorship and peer learning that builds confidence.
- Institutional growth: practical frameworks to manage, sustain and grow your preschool.
2 · Teacher Empowerment
Teachers are the heart of every preschool. When they grow, children flourish.
- Practical, classroom-ready training programmes
- Ideas for meaningful child engagement
- Tips for effective parent communication
- Peer learning and group professional development
- A supportive community of fellow educators
3 · Parent Partnership
Helping schools guide parents with care
Educating parents
Sharing child development milestones, age-appropriate expectations and how young children learn.
Realistic expectations
Helping parents understand healthy development and how to support it at home.
School-home collaboration
Building trust so children feel the same care at school and at home.
4 · Community & Collaboration
A nationwide network, so no preschool leader is alone
Preschool OwnersInstitutional knowledge
School LeadersLeadership strategies
EducatorsClassroom practices
BELA
Hub
Hub
Peer LearningExperience exchange
Shared ResourcesFor all members
Nationwide NetworkGrowing together
A network built on shared growth
Not competition. Collaboration.
We believe that when schools grow stronger together, early childhood education across the country improves for everyone.
- Opportunities to learn from one another
- Access to practical resources
- Participation in professional development
- A trusted partner in every preschool's journey
Looking ahead
One of India's most loved communities for preschool education
1
Empower institutions
Building confidence in preschools across India with support and resources.
2
Strengthen educators
Ongoing learning that keeps teachers inspired and skilled.
3
Educate parents
Helping families become informed partners in their child's learning.
4
Better early learning
A richer, more joyful start for every child in India.
Empowering Preschool Leaders. Building Strong Foundations for Every Child.
Leadership & Founding National Advisory Council
Guided by experience. United by purpose.
Meaningful progress in early childhood education comes from collaboration, thoughtful leadership and shared wisdom. BELA is guided by distinguished educators who give it direction as it works to strengthen preschool education across India.
Our founding vision
Strengthening preschool leadership is one of the most powerful ways to strengthen a child's future, and the future of the nation.
Empowered Leaders
Equipped with knowledge, tools and support to lead with confidence.
Supported Teachers
Nurtured and inspired to create meaningful learning for every child.
Guided Parents
Informed about early childhood development, to support children at home.
BELA exists to build this ecosystem.
Founding National Advisory Council
Meet our Founding Members
The Council helps shape BELA's philosophy, programmes and long-term direction. Its role is advisory, keeping BELA rooted in sound educational principles while responding to what preschools really need.
Founding Member
Dr. Jawahar Surisetti
Educationist · Psychologist · Author · Policy Advisor
One of India's most respected educationists and child psychologists, widely recognised for his contributions to education, innovation and youth development. He helps BELA build a future-ready preschool ecosystem that promotes age-appropriate practices, informed parenting and empowered institutions.
“The early years shape the future of every child. Strengthening the institutions that nurture these years is one of the most meaningful investments a nation can make.”
Founding Member
Dr. Farooq Wasil
Education Leader · President Awardee · Mentor
An accomplished education leader and recipient of the President's Award, known for his dedication to institutional excellence and educational transformation. He guides BELA on school leadership, educational quality and strengthening foundational learning.
“Empowered preschool leaders create empowered teachers, and empowered teachers create confident learners. Building strong institutions is the first step towards building a stronger future.”
Advisor to the Board
Guiding the BELA Board
Alongside the Founding National Advisory Council, BELA's Board is supported by an advisor with long experience in teacher training and school leadership.
Advisor to the Board
Dr. Syeda Nusrath
Educationist · Teacher Trainer · Founder, Aryan Institute
Dr. Syeda Nusrath is a Bengaluru-based educationist who has spent over two decades in education and women's empowerment. She is the founder of Aryan Institute and serves as Chief Commissioner of the Hindustan Scouts and Guides, Karnataka. She has trained more than 10,000 teachers and has worked to bring education and vocational skills to women in rural areas.
Her honours include the Nation Builder Award and the Kittur Rani Chennamma Award. As Advisor to the Board, she brings BELA her deep experience in teacher development and building strong schools.
Our leadership philosophy
Leadership is about responsibility, not position
Empowered Leaders
Inspired to drive meaningful change in their schools and communities.
Confident Teachers
Supported and motivated to deliver quality early learning every day.
Informed Parents
Guided to nurture their children at home, in partnership with schools.
Flourishing Children
Every child free to grow, explore and reach their full potential.
The role of leadership is to create systems that support people, and in doing so, support children.
Building leadership across India
Room for you to lead, too
As BELA grows, experienced preschool leaders will have opportunities to contribute at every level.
State Leaders
Leading state-level engagement, collaboration and professional development, and strengthening the preschool community in their states.
Community Leaders
Running local networks, encouraging knowledge sharing and supporting fellow preschool leaders.
- Help local preschools learn from each other
- Encourage open sharing between schools
- Support fellow leaders through regular meet-ups
- Champion BELA's values in their community
Looking to the future
A growing, multidisciplinary Advisory Council
The Founding Council is just the beginning. Over time, BELA will bring together experts from many fields to serve preschool leaders across India.
Early Childhood EducationChild PsychologyEducational LeadershipTeacher DevelopmentResearch & InnovationParenting & Family StudiesEducational PolicyInclusion & Special EducationChild Health & Nutrition
Our commitment
A community built on shared purpose
Every BELA member school contributes to one shared mission:
- Strengthen preschool leadership
- Empower teachers
- Educate parents
- Improve early childhood education
- Build stronger foundations for every child
Educational ExcellenceInformed by ExperienceDriven by Purpose
BELA Affiliation
Join India's network for preschool leaders
Affiliation is more than a yearly subscription. It's a commitment to keep learning, sharing and growing, together with preschools across India.
Affiliation is currently open only to Preschool Owners and Preschool Institutions across India.
Why become a BELA Affiliate?
Support that keeps coming, all year
Instead of one-time benefits, BELA gives you value through the whole year: training, resource libraries, leadership opportunities and learning together.
Knowledge
A growing library of practical resources, refreshed through the year.
Professional Development
Training programmes and leadership opportunities year-round.
Collaboration
Learning together and community initiatives across India.
Every BELA Affiliate receives
Your core benefits
Affiliation Certificate
Official recognition, and permission to use the BELA Affiliated Institution logo on approved school materials.
Knowledge & Resource Library
A growing library of templates, guides and resources, plus the Parent Partnership Framework.
FLN Assessment Frameworks
Preschool Foundational Literacy & Numeracy assessment frameworks with all supporting documents.
Community Invitations
Invitations to BELA knowledge sessions and community programmes all through the year.
Monthly BELA Bulletin
Leadership tips, teacher ideas, parent strategies, policy updates and ready-to-use school resources.
Choose your affiliation
BELA Connect
Begin your BELA journey with everything a growing preschool needs.
BELA Connect
₹5,000 / year
- All the core benefits above
- BELA's annual professional development calendar
- Affiliate-only webinars and learning sessions
- Special affiliate pricing on paid BELA programmes
- BELA Parent Partnership Kit
- Teacher Development Resources
- Preschool Leadership Resources
The BELA knowledge ecosystem
A treasure chest of practical resources
Refreshed and expanded throughout your affiliation year.
Teacher Resources
Training modules, classroom activities and teacher development guides.
Parent Materials
Parent orientation material, communication frameworks and printables.
Learning Content
Storybooks, rhyme books, ready-to-use presentations and printable classroom material.
Leadership & Management
Leadership guides, school templates, policy guides and assessment resources.
Annual engagement calendar
Something to look forward to, through the academic year
Exact themes and dates are announced every year.
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Leadership Development
Sessions on building stronger preschool leaders.
2
Teacher Excellence
Workshops to lift classroom practice and teacher confidence.
3
Parent Partnership
Programmes to strengthen the home-school connection.
4
FLN & Literacy
FLN awareness, storytelling and literacy events.
5
Networking & Conference
Regional meet-ups, forums and the BELA Annual Conference.
The BELA Bulletin
A little helping hand, every month
An exclusive monthly publication for preschool leaders, with one purpose: helping your preschool become stronger every single month.
Leadership Insights
Practical wisdom for running a stronger preschool.
Teacher Excellence Ideas
Simple ways to develop and inspire your teaching team.
Parent Partnership Guidance
Tips for meaningful parent engagement.
ECE Updates
Early childhood news, policy updates and sector developments.
Ready-to-Use Resource
A practical school resource in every edition.
BELA Announcements
Upcoming programmes, events and community initiatives.
More than an affiliation
How it all adds up
BELA is a community where preschool leaders learn, collaborate and grow together.
Empowered Leaders→create stronger institutions
Stronger Institutions→build confident teachers
Confident Teachers→nurture capable children
Informed Parents→strengthen the learning journey
Every Child→gets the strongest possible foundation
Ready to join?
Become part of India's growing preschool community
BELA Connect · ₹5,000 / year
Join BELA
Become part of India's preschool community
Every strong movement begins with people who believe in a shared purpose. If you believe in learning, sharing and making a real difference for children, we warmly invite you to become a BELA Affiliate Institution.
Why join BELA?
You'll be part of a community that cares about
Preschool Leadership
Stronger leaders in preschools across the country.
Teacher Empowerment
Teachers who grow through regular training.
Parent Partnerships
Informed parents working hand-in-hand with schools.
Right Practices
Age-appropriate, joyful early childhood learning.
Peer Learning
Learning from fellow preschool leaders across India.
Strong Foundations
A better learning start for every child.
Affiliation enquiries
Who can join?
Our team would be happy to explain the plan, benefits and how to apply. We look forward to welcoming you.
Independent Preschools
Standalone early learning schools that want to grow with community support.
Kindergartens
Kindergartens looking for training and peer collaboration.
Early Learning Centres
Early childhood centres committed to best practices and strong foundations.
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Registered Office
Bharat Early Learning Foundation
10th Floor, RMZ Latitude Commercial Building,
Bellary Road, Hebbal,
Bengaluru, Karnataka – 560024, India
Ready to join?
Become a BELA Affiliate
Join a growing community of preschool leaders across India who are shaping the future of early childhood education.
Together, let us empower preschool leaders, strengthen educators and build stronger foundations for every child.
Empowering Preschool Leaders. Strengthening India's Foundational Learning.
ConnectJoin a nationwide network of preschool leaders and schools.
LearnProfessional development, resources and peer insights.
GrowStrengthen your school and lift early education.
ImpactStronger foundations for every child across India.