Bangalore: Head of School — Ankura Job at Ankura
AnkuraKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Ankura
- School
- Ankura
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- No Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.5L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Ankura, a No Board school in Bangalore, is hiring a Head of School.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Ankura—which means “sprout” in Sanskrit—was established in 2001 to nurture every child’s potential through innovative education, care, and research. Situated in V.V. Puram, it operates as both a Montessori-inspired preschool/daycare centre and a specialised intervention hub.
Common questions about this role
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
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About Ankura
Ankura—which means “sprout” in Sanskrit—was established in 2001 to nurture every child’s potential through innovative education, care, and research. Situated in V.V. Puram, it operates as both a Montessori-inspired preschool/daycare centre and a specialised intervention hub.
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