FROM THE HEADMASTER’S DESK

Kind Greetings #sbsm30years #sbsmnsc25years

“If a child can’t learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn”, Ignacio Estrada

It is with great sincerity and deep gratitude that I welcome you to the website of Shree Bharat Sharda Mandir (SBSM), a school grounded in the Hindu Ethos, located in Lenasia. We proudly serve learners from Grade 000 through Grade 12. As the Headmaster, I am honored to have the opportunity to contribute to the rich legacy of SBSM and to help shape the future of our wonderful school community.

At SBSM, we have always believed in, and will continue to embrace, a holistic and values-based approach to education. Our commitment is to nurture our learners, allowing them to flourish both academically and personally. We take pride in creating an environment that not only encourages intellectual growth but also fosters the development of well-rounded individuals, ready to embrace life’s challenges. SBSM provides a rich and rewarding experience for all, and we will persist in ensuring that each student is given the tools and support they need to thrive.

FROM THE ACADEMIC HEAD

About Me

I’ve spent over 15 years in education — in classrooms, boardrooms, staffrooms — leading, teaching, and learning. From teaching Afrikaans FAL across phases to guiding teams as a Head of Department and now as Academic Head, one thing has remained constant: my deep belief in the power of learning to transform lives.
I’m not the kind of educator who sticks to a script. I bring strategy, systems, and heart to everything I do — whether it’s reimagining a curriculum, mentoring a young teacher, or helping a learner finally “get it” after struggling for weeks. My colleagues often say I’m good at “helping people figure stuff out.” It’s true — I love solving puzzles, streamlining processes, and lighting the way when others feel stuck.
I’m a curriculum designer, a systems thinker, a facilitator, a coach — but most of all, I’m a connector. I connect people to possibilities. I connect ideas to action. And I connect learning to growth — personal, academic, and organizational.