Senior Leadership Team

Ms. Monica Bhimwal – Principal, Primary School

Monica Bhimwal has over 20 years of experience as an IB Educator. She strongly believes in constant learning to promote innovation and development of learners in all facets of school life. She is an IB Consultant and a Team Leader for Authorisation and Evaluation of IB Schools in the Asia Pacific Region.

Ms. Monika Bajaj – Principal, Middle School

Monika Bajaj has about 25 years of experience in education, 17 years of which have been with Pathways. Ms. Bajaj believes in providing opportunities to learners where they can explore their passion, and deepen their understandings and skills required to flourish in the world of tomorrow. She also believes that middle years is the time of exploration for young learners to discover who they are and to help them envision a future where dreams have no limit.

Ms. Uma Ravitharan – Principal, Senior School

Ms. Uma Ravitharan brings a wealth of experience from her extensive career in education, including roles as Head of School, Head of Counselling, Head of Pastoral Care, and Head of the English Department. Having served at esteemed institutions such as Colombo International School, The International School Bangalore, and Indus International School, she is a result-oriented leader dedicated to academic excellence. Ms. Ravitharan is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and challenging environment, focusing on nurturing each student's unique potential while cultivating a culture of empathy, respect, and collaboration.

Mr. Zarathusht Khurshed Ragaby - Head of Boarding & Student Enrichment

With over 12 years of experience in leading international boarding schools across India, Mr. Ragaby has successfully guided student growth, led dynamic teams, and built strong relationships with parents, consistently exceeding expectations. His expertise lies in pastoral care, student welfare, and team management, fostering an environment that supports both academic excellence and emotional well-being.

A certified CAS Coordinator (CAT 3 level), Mr. Ragaby has held leadership roles across academic and extracurricular domains, demonstrating his commitment to holistic education. Beyond his extensive educational experience, he holds certifications in craftsmanship in bakery & confectionery and electrical work from renowned institutions, bringing a unique and well-rounded skill set to his role.

Dr. Manish Shrivastava - Chief Operations Officer (COO)

Dr. Shrivastava brings over three decades of leadership in operations and integrated facilities management across India, the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Sri Lanka. A Marine Engineer by training, he began his career serving on naval ships before moving into senior leadership roles with organisations including Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, Shapoorji Pallonji Group, and the Abans Group, Sri Lanka. Known for collaborative leadership and a practical problem-solving approach, he has led diverse teams and complex global operations.