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Leadership Team | Pathways World School Gurgaon

SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM

The Team Leading Our School Community
Pathways World School Gurgaon – Principal, Primary School

Ms. Monica Bhimwal – Principal, Primary School

Ms. Bhimwal brings over 22 years of experience as an IB educator and is known for blending innovation with empathy, always keeping children at the heart of learning. Her approach is shaped by child psychology and the Reggio Emilia philosophy, with a belief that meaningful, real-world experiences are at the heart of lifelong learning.
An active contributor to the IB community, Ms. Bhimwal serves as an IB Consultant, Workshop Leader, and Team Leader for school authorisations and evaluations across the Asia-Pacific region.

Pathways World School Gurgaon – Principal, Middle School

Ms. Monika Bajaj – Principal, Middle School

With nearly 25 years of experience in education, including 17 years at Pathways World School, Ms. Bajaj believes the middle years are a time of exploration, self-discovery, and growth. She is passionate about creating opportunities for learners to pursue their interests, deepen their understanding, and build the confidence and skills needed to flourish in an ever-evolving world.

Pathways World School Gurgaon – Principal, Senior School

Mr. Shouquot Hussain - Principal, Senior School

Mr. Hussain brings over 28 years of experience in education, including 15 years in school leadership across India, Indonesia, Kenya, and Zambia. An experienced IB and Cambridge educator, he is also widely recognised within the IB community as a Workshop Leader, Examiner, and Conference Presenter.
Mr. Hussain believes in empathy-driven, student-centric education that nurtures both academic excellence and holistic growth. He is passionate about building inclusive learning communities that help students grow into globally minded, compassionate, and confident individuals.

Pathways World School Gurgaon – Head of Boarding

Mr. Abad Piran Irani - Dean of Residences and Student Life

With over 19 years of experience across leading IB schools, Mr. Irani brings extensive expertise in pastoral care, residential life and student wellbeing. He is passionate about creating safe, inclusive, and nurturing boarding communities where students feel supported both academically and personally.
Known for his empathetic leadership and strong student connect, Mr. Irani believes in fostering balanced growth through wellbeing initiatives, enrichment opportunities, and meaningful community experiences that help students thrive beyond the classroom.

Pathways World School Gurgaon - Chief Operations Officer

Dr. Manish Shrivastava - Chief Operations Officer (COO)

Dr. Shrivastava brings over three decades of leadership experience 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.