Asha Kiran - India

What Asha Kiran - India does

Asha Kiran is a single-site special needs education institution operating in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, under the Asha Kiran Trust (a registered charitable trust, Reg. No. 799/93-94). Founded in December 1993 by Dr. Rita James, who holds a Post Graduation in Special Education from the British Open University, the institution serves children aged 2-19 with autism, specific learning difficulties, ADHD, hearing impairment, intellectual challenges, cerebral palsy, and slow learners, as well as economically disadvantaged children. Its portfolio spans Montessori Education (ages 2-5), Preschool Education, Academic Primary and Secondary Education (Levels A-C, Secondary, and Senior Secondary) under the NIOS curriculum, Vocational Training for ages 14-19, Extra and Co-Curricular activities, Parents' Training, and a Teachers' Training Academy for freshers and in-service educators.

The core instructional methodology centers on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) built on Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligence theory, delivered with a 1:8 teacher-to-student ratio by a dedicated team of educators and therapists. The school is NIOS-accredited under the Special Accredited Institutions for the Education of the Disadvantaged scheme (SAIED No. 450024) and for vocational courses (AVI No. 580041), enabling recognized 10th and 12th grade certification, and donations qualify for Section 80G tax exemption under the Indian Income Tax Act. The campus is located at Horamavu, Bangalore, and operates Monday through Friday from 8:15 AM to 1:15 PM.

The business model combines tuition and school fees (recurring subscription-like revenue from IEP, preschool, academic, vocational, and extracurricular programs) with tax-deductible donations and scholarships. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via website enquiry forms, on-campus admissions, and community-led word-of-mouth referrals. The institution employs 11-50 staff, has no external investors or parent company, and is governed by a Board of Trustees, with no publicly disclosed pricing or financial figures.

Name

Asha Kiran - India

Legal name

Asha Kiran Trust

Website

https://ashakiran.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Asha Kiran is a Bangalore-based, 30+ year old charitable special needs school serving children aged 2-19 with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, cerebral palsy, and intellectual challenges through NIOS-accredited academic, vocational, and individualized education programs delivered via a 1:8 teacher ratio.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Special Needs Education

NAICS

Other Schools and Instruction (6116), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169), Professional and Management Development Training (61143), Child Care Services (62441)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Autism-Specific Schools & Programs (EDAKAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Autism Classroom & School Program Support (Inclusion/Resource) (EDAKAKAC), Autism Early Intervention (Educational) (EDAKAKAB), Autism Teacher Training & Professional Development (EDAKAKAL), Autism Parent/Caregiver Education & Training (School-Linked) (EDAKAKAJ), Parenting Education for Special Needs & Developmental Differences (EDACALAK)

Keywords

• Special needs education
• Individualized education plans
• Vocational training
• Montessori education
• Teacher training academy

Headquarters

HQ city

Bangalore

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition and School Fees: Revenue generated from tuition fees for educational services including IEP, preschool, academic education, vocational training, and extracurricular programs.
2. Donations and Contributions: Tax-deductible donations under Section 80G of the Indian Income Tax Act. Includes one-time donations, monthly contributions, and scholarship funding for deserving students.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Asha Kiran is a single-location special needs school operating under the Asha Kiran Trust, providing Individualized Education Plans (IEP), preschool, Montessori (ages 2-5), academic primary/secondary (NIOS curriculum, Levels A through Senior Secondary), and vocational training (ages 14-19) for children with autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, hearing impairment, intellectual challenges, and cerebral palsy. It also runs a Teachers' Training Academy, Parents' Training, and extra-curricular programs with a 1:8 teacher-student ratio on its Bangalore campus.

Product overview

Asha Kiran Special Needs School is a single-location special needs education institution offering a comprehensive, integrated portfolio of programs. The core offering consists of Individualized Education Plans (IEP) as the personalized foundation, supported by three main educational streams: Montessori Education (ages 2-5), Preschool Education (ages 5-11), and Academic Primary & Secondary Education (Levels A through Senior Secondary, following NIOS curriculum). Vocational Training serves students aged 14-19 for skill development and independence. Supporting services include Extra & Co-Curricular Activities, Teachers' Training Academy for educator professional development, Parents' Training for family involvement, and Resources & Articles for ongoing support. The school operates Monday-Friday, 8:15 AM to 1:15 PM, with a 1:8 teacher-student ratio, and is accredited by NIOS under SAIED No. 450024.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Personalized education roadmap outlining specific goals, accommodations, and support services designed to meet the unique needs of each student with disabilities; serves as the foundation of all academic programming at Asha Kiran.
• Preschool Education Early childhood education program for children aged 5-11 using play-way methods and integrated therapies to build a strong learning foundation through fun-filled activities.
• Academic Primary & Secondary Education Comprehensive academic program covering Level A (1st-3rd std), Level B (4th-5th std), Level C (6th-8th std), Secondary (10th std), and Senior Secondary (11th-12th std), following the NIOS curriculum.
• Vocational Training Individualized skill development program for students aged 14-19 to improve abilities to independently perform routine daily activities and use community resources effectively.
• Montessori Education Montessori program for children aged 2-5 offering a nurturing, hands-on learning environment that fosters exploration and independence.
• Extra & Co-Curricular Activities Range of cultural, sports, and recreational activities designed to enhance the overall development of students.
• Teachers' Training Academy Professional development courses for freshers, in-service mainstream and special educators, and parents, covering learning principles, IEP writing, behavior management, and disability awareness.
• Parents' Training Training program to help parents of special needs children learn techniques and strategies to support their child's development and manage day-to-day challenges.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students develop independence in daily activities and academic skills
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)coreOthersAsha Kiran Special Needs School is an accredited institution of the National Institute of Open Schooling under the scheme called Special Accredited Institutions for the Education of the Disadvantaged (SAIED No. 450024). Also accredited for Vocational Courses by National Institute of Open Schooling AVI No. 580041.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• National Trust (India): Statutory body under the Indian Ministry of Social Justice that funds and supports NGOs serving persons with autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, and multiple disabilities. Functions as a regulator and funding conduit interacting with schools like Asha Kiran.

Regional players

• APSN (Association for Persons with Special Needs): Singapore-based nonprofit providing special education, vocational training, and employment support for persons with special needs. Mirrors Asha Kiran's vocational-and-academic pathway approach in a different geographic market.
• Rainbow Centre Singapore: Singapore-based social service agency running special education schools for students with disabilities. Comparable in integrated therapy-plus-education model, though operating in a more developed and well-funded regulatory environment.

Direct peers

• Tamanna Foundation: Delhi-based nonprofit providing special education, therapies, and vocational training to children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Operates a similar integrated school-plus-vocational model for a comparable Indian urban market.
• Madhuram Narayanan Centre: Chennai-based special school and therapy center serving children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Comparable model combining education, therapy, and vocational training for a similar age group.
• Open Door Special School: Delhi-based special school for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing academic, vocational, and life skills programs. Comparable in age range, curriculum focus, and nonprofit operating model.
• Action for Autism: India-based nonprofit dedicated to autism awareness, education, and life skills training. Operates schools and training programs for autistic children using similar IEP-driven methodologies, making it a direct comparable in the Indian special needs education nonprofit space.
• Bubbles Centre for Autism: India-based autism education center offering individualized education, therapy, and life skills training. Closely comparable to Asha Kiran's IEP-based autism-specific educational approach.
• Srishti Trust: Bangalore-based nonprofit providing therapeutic and educational services for children with special needs. Operates in the same city and serves overlapping disabilities, making it a strong local competitor for special needs enrollment.
• Ummeed Child Development Center: Mumbai-based nonprofit supporting children with developmental disabilities including autism, cerebral palsy, and intellectual challenges. Offers therapies, inclusive education, and parent training — closely mirroring Asha Kiran's integrated service model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ashakiranspecialneedsschoo3883
• Facebookfacebook.com/ashakiransocial
• Instagraminstagram.com/asha.kiran.social
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/asha-kiran---india

Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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