I believe that strategic career guidance is built on a symbiotic relationship: between the child, the parent, and the coach. I cut through the noise to help Grade 6–12 students and parents make clear, confident decisions on streams, boards, and careers.
With a dual perspective as an Admissions Officer at international institutions and an independent consultant, I understand exactly what schools and universities evaluate.
Middlesex University, UK
Leading International Schools, India
Geebee Education
Certified Coach & Educator
Every parent wishes to see their child thriving, smiling, and successful. But with so many options, pressure, and so much well-meaning advice coming from every direction, children could end up being more overwhelmed than clear. And with uncertainty, parents face an impossible task — making practical, life-shaping decisions with little scope for second chances.
That's why I believe strategic guidance is built on a symbiotic relationship: between the child, the parent, and the coach. The child brings their dreams and instincts. The parent brings love, practicality, and a long view. And the coach anchors it all — asking the right questions, cutting through the noise, and guiding all three toward clarity, alignment, and confident action.
Over 15 years, I have worked with 5,000+ students and parents across some of Mumbai's most respected international schools - Dhirubhai Ambani International School, Aditya Birla World Academy, and Ecole Mondiale World School — across CBSE, ICSE, Cambridge, and IB pathways.
Having sat on both sides of the table — as a consultant and as an Admissions Officer at Middlesex University, UK — I know exactly what institutions look for, and how to position your child to be seen, valued, and chosen.
As an International Certified Career Coach, I use validated psychometric assessments to help your child discover their strengths, interests, and potential — before we ever talk about careers or colleges.
And if, years from now, your child is thriving — not because they followed the crowd, but because they found the path that was truly theirs—I would consider my job well done.
"No college tie-ups. No referral commissions. No institutional agendas. Every recommendation I make is guided by one thing only: what is genuinely best for your child."
Every grade brings its own set of choices.
Here is how we align our guidance to meet your child at their specific stage of development.
“CBSE, ICSE, IB MYP, or IGCSE — which curriculum is right for my child, and how should we plan ahead?”
Test-drive your career before you decide.
REAL TASKS • REAL PROFESSIONALS • BEFORE THE STREAM IS CHOSEN
1–5 career directions, based on your child's psychometric profile and interests.
Expert-led videos and hands-on role-play tasks, done online at their own pace.
A 15-page in-depth report on their fit, plus a shareable certificate.
Including a Career Synthesis Report — an optional add-on, booked separately.
Each simulation is built with industry experts in that field.
Expert-led mentorship — from a working professional.
Real workplace simulations — drafting a legal brief, diagnosing a case, building a campaign.
Scored role-play tasks — decisions that get evaluated.
A shareable certificate — usable in college applications and CVs.
Booked as a follow-on to your coaching session. The Debrief Session is an optional add-on.
For a child who's fairly certain, and wants confirmation.
For a child weighing 2–3 real options.
For a child exploring multiple directions before committing to one.
A session where I bring together your child's career simulation experience with their aptitude into one clear picture. I then walk you through what it means for their next steps.
Reach out once your child has completed the sessions.
I practise as an independent career coach. My recommendations are based solely on your child's individual profile, strengths, and needs.
I do not receive referral fees or commissions from schools or colleges mentioned in your report — every institution is included purely on the basis of fit for the child.
I do not guarantee admission to any institution. My role is to guide, inform, and equip your family to make confident, well-informed decisions — the decisions themselves, and their outcomes, remain yours.
A free 20-minute conversation to understand your child's grade, board, and what's prompting this decision.
Your child completes a validated online assessment measuring personality, interests, aptitude, and orientation style.
A 60-minute in-depth session covering assessment results, academic profile, and career options.
A personalised written report with clear recommendations, profile building action plan, and a bespoke roadmap.
Need to explore specific pathways further? Book a 60-minute follow-up session at a nominal charge.
Heartfelt letters penned by Sraddha, to the students she guides and the parents who trust her.
Dear Student,
I've been where you are.
Dear Parent,
Firstly, take a pause.
Real experiences from families who found alignment, and formal recognitions from Mumbai's leading educational organizations.
Thank you so much Sraddha. My work is simplified and I’ve got a perfect overview of what I’ve to choose and prioritize. YOU WERE ACTUALLY SO GOOD AT EXPLAINING. THANK YOU SO MUCH 🤍🤍
Student – Grade 12, St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
Service: Career Coaching for Undergraduate Courses in Mumbai
As a parent, I was looking for clarity and direction for my son. Sraddha’s insights were thoughtful, detailed, and deeply reassuring. She helped us understand not just career options, but my son’s strengths, personality, and potential. Her calm, patient approach gave us the confidence to make important decisions, and her guidance has been invaluable.
Parent of son in BMS & Finance (Year 2), Mithibai College, Mumbai
I had the pleasure of working closely with Sraddha during my tenure as Head of the College, where she played a key role in international university admissions. What truly sets Sraddha apart is her rare combination of professional excellence and genuine human warmth. Sraddha handled admissions processes with clarity, efficiency, and a deep sense of responsibility. Her understanding of international education pathways, attention to detail, and ability to communicate complex information with empathy made her an invaluable asset to the institution.
Executive Director - Edulight Learning Services
Education Leadership | Skill Development | Strategy | 36 Years Experience
Dear Sraddha, Your outstanding contribution and performance are worthy of our humble gratitude and appreciation. We admire your relentless dedication and loyalty to our vision. You have upheld our persistent strive for innovation and displayed an untiring quest for new learning. We wish that you continue to excel in all your endeavors, and inspire others around you to follow suit.
Founder and Chairperson
Aditya Birla Education Trust (ABET)
Grade 6 is the ideal first touchpoint. Starting in Grade 6 gives you the space to explore board options (CBSE, ICSE, IB MYP, IGCSE), identify the right extracurricular direction early, and build skills and habits that compound over time.
At this stage, the focus is purely about understanding your child — their personality, natural strengths, and emerging interests — while there is still time to make thoughtful decisions without pressure.
By the time your child reaches Grade 10 — when the stakes are highest — they arrive with clarity and confidence, not confusion. These are some of the most important decisions in your child's academic life. Why face them under stress when, with the right guidance at the right time, they can be made calmly — and with complete peace of mind?
Yes — significantly. A student without Mathematics cannot sit JEE Main or appear for B.Tech engineering programmes. A Commerce or Humanities student is ineligible for NEET. These are not administrative hurdles — they are permanent eligibility requirements.
Stream selection at Grade 10 is one of the few decisions in a student's academic life that genuinely closes doors. Which is exactly why getting it right — the first time — matters so much.
Not at all. The psychometric assessment is not an exam — there are no right or wrong answers, and there is absolutely nothing to prepare for.
It simply measures your child's natural personality traits, subject interests, aptitude strengths, and orientation style — helping map the most aligned career directions to who they genuinely are. I review the results before our session so I can interpret them in the context of your child's complete profile, not in isolation.
Yes — and I actively encourage it. Parents bring context about the child that the student may not articulate themselves. I structure the session so both parents and the student are heard — and leave aligned on the same decision.
From discovery call to report delivery, the process typically takes 1–2 weeks.
Gardening, cooking, and travel keep me grounded. My mornings begin with Indian classical ragas, a quiet ritual before the day gets busy.
And if you're ever up for a conversation on astrology, I'm always happy to indulge — I find it's just another lens for understanding people, much like a psychometric assessment is.
And most evenings, you'll find me with my 'pawsome' co-worker 🐾 — the one being on the planet who has me completely wrapped around his tiny paw.
“He holds a Bachelors in Treat Procurement, a Masters in Belly Rub Sciences, and a PhD in Human Manipulation Studies — truly, an inspiration!”
Perspectives on career coaching, board selection, stream decisions, and everything in between — for families navigating the K–12 journey in Mumbai.
Fifteen years. Many families. Here are the five things I wish every Mumbai parent knew before the decisions became urgent.
I know what you are thinking. My child is eleven years old. Career coaching? Already? Yes — because by the end of this, I think you will see it differently.
Is this school right for my child? Rankings help narrow the list. They do not make the decision. Here is what actually does.
CBSE. ICSE. IB MYP. IGCSE. Four boards, four philosophies, four very different academic journeys. So which one is right for your child? The answer might surprise you.
You have heard other parents mention it. You have seen it on school brochures. But what is the IB Diploma Programme — really? And more importantly, is it the right choice for your child?
Let's have a brief, honest conversation about your child's current academic status, their future choices, and work together.
