Owner and Director

Aparna Murthy

I embarked on my Montessori journey alongside my own children and students, inspired by the pedagogy’s emphasis on self-directing learning and hands- on educational experiences. My mission is to create an inclusive environment where children feel confident to explore, make mistakes and grow.

Headstart Montessori was founded with the goal of providing a tailored, nurturing education for each child. Our success lies in understanding that every child learns differently and designing instruction accordingly. We strive to be a haven for families seeking supportive academic and social environment.

My experience as both a parent and educator has shown the importance of fostering a love of learning in children. At Headstart Montessori, we believe in creating a safe space where young minds can flourish through exploration.

The Founder

Namrata (Nimmi) Thadani

Ever since I started my career, I have always loved working with children. I started my teaching journey when I worked with children who had special needs and learning differences at Dilkhush Special School in Mumbai, India for a few years. After moving to the US in 2011, I continued to work in the education field before I received my diploma as a Special Educator and an Early Childhood Montessori certificate from Atlanta Montessori Teacher Education. I've worked in education for over 12 years before I started my own school: HeadStart Montessori in Johns Creek with just five children.

My vision was to provide a small community that was warm, and nurturing where children would come to learn the beautiful Montessori way and grow up to have an endless curiosity and confidence in their lives. It’s been a satisfying journey watching our small community grow from five children to forty children touching countless lives and meeting wonderful parents and selfless teachers on the way.

My heart will always be with HeadStart and the Montessori philosophy.

Meet the Team

Ms. Sujatha Narsimhan

Lead Toddler Teacher
Sujatha's approach towards early childhood education is marked by utmost devotion, empathy, and warmth as she instills vital life skills necessary for future success.
Ms. Divya Rajasekaran

Assistant Toddler Teacher
With open arms, Divya welcomes all students and offers kind words of comfort. Her dedication creates an inclusive atmosphere that encourages growth and success for both individuals and the institution as a whole.
Ms. Sridevi Akuma

Assistant Toddler Teacher
Her strong motivation to work with young children led her to complete her Early Childhood Education. She consistently displays a warm and welcoming demeanor, always ready to offer a big hug.
Ms. Shweta Bhachawat

Lead Primary Teacher
Schweta is deeply enthusiastic about instructing young minds and has an excess of forbearance and affection for her students. Her zeal for producing exquisite handicrafts is equally evident as the children avidly await her creations.
Ms. Gayathri Venky

Assistant Primary Teacher
She possesses extensive experience working with children aged 2-6, having done so for several years. Her introduction to Montessori education came about after observing her daughter's remarkable growth in a Montessori classroom. Characterized by her kindness and enthusiasm for learning, she creates a supportive and engaging environment for the children.
Mrs. Aparna Murthy

Lead Lower Elementary Teacher
With 9 years of experience as an elementary teacher, Ms. Murthy has honed her skills in Montessori education, specializing in lower elementary and working with children with learning differences. She is committed to creating a supportive learning environment that emphasizes community building and giving them the tools they need to succeed.
Ms. Martha Sanchez

Spanish Teacher
Ms. Martha is originally from Bogotá - Colombia, and has over 20 years of experience Teaching Spanish. Martha believes that songs, music, storytelling and play are powerful tools for engaging for a new language learning.
Ms. Kavitha Kumareson

After Care Teacher
A veteran teacher with 12 years of experience in an international language school, she is skilled in creating a supportive and nurturing environment that allows children to thrive and develop a passion for language learning.
Ms. Sophia Johnson

Media and Marketing
Sophia works as our specialist in all things media and marketing, including but not limited to: Photography, Website and Social Media Management.