Leadership & Management
The greatest sign of success for a teacher… is to be able to say, “The children are now working as if I did not exist.”
Dr. Maria Montessori

Moiza Rafath
Founder Director
Moiza is a synergy of thought and action. With her zest to create, ability to think deeply, and collaborate with the right people, she has managed to foster educational spaces that truly function to bring meaning to a child’s life, allow for self expression and build an inclusive community.
After her graduation in Economics and a PG Diploma in Public Relations, she earned a rich experience in Hospitality, Banking and Healthcare industries before she heard her calling for Education. She stepped into the field of Education with her Montessori 3-6 Diploma from AMI, the Netherlands followed by a BEd and an MEd.
She set up Pebble Creek Montessori House of Children in 2005 which organically branched out to Pebble Creek High Montessori School in 2008 and Pebble Creek Life School in 2012. In 2020, she laid the foundation of Indah Erdkinder in Lingapur where adolescents will learn about life, and engage in a wide range of academic disciplines by living and working in a farm.
She believes in the shortest quote of Dr. Maria Montessori “Believe in the child”, and that if observed carefully, every single child will show their true potential. With her passion for Montessori education and a dream to have a school with no boundaries, she walks into the school with joy each day. She finds herself often engrossed in thinking, dreaming and imagining; these have helped her pave the path for the schools so far. She loves reading Montessori philosophy and short articles on education, fiction, discussions, creating educational materials, gardening, sewing, painting and knitting.
Leadership
Moiza is a synergy of thought and action. With her zest to create, ability to think deeply, and collaborate with the right people, she has managed to foster educational spaces that truly function to bring meaning to a child’s life, allow for self expression and build an inclusive community.
After her graduation in Economics and a PG Diploma in Public Relations, she earned a rich experience in Hospitality, Banking and Healthcare industries before she heard her calling for Education. She stepped into the field of Education with her Montessori 3-6 Diploma from AMI, the Netherlands followed by a BEd and an MEd.
She set up Pebble Creek Montessori House of Children in 2005 which organically branched out to Pebble Creek High Montessori School in 2008 and Pebble Creek Life School in 2012. In 2020, she laid the foundation of Indah Erdkinder in Lingapur where adolescents will learn about life, and engage in a wide range of academic disciplines by living and working in a farm.
She believes in the shortest quote of Dr. Maria Montessori “Believe in the child”, and that if observed carefully, every single child will show their true potential. With her passion for Montessori education and a dream to have a school with no boundaries, she walks into the school with joy each day. She finds herself often engrossed in thinking, dreaming and imagining; these have helped her pave the path for the schools so far. She loves reading Montessori philosophy and short articles on education, fiction, discussions, creating educational materials, gardening, sewing, painting and knitting.
Shurobi Hindocha is a Mass Communications and English Literature graduate. With several years of experience in Language Skills Assessment, Content Writing, Communications Training and Operations and Management with MNCs and NGOs/NPOs. She found her calling in Education when she discovered Montessori Philosophy. She holds a Primary Diploma – 3 to 6 years, Elementary Diploma – 6 to 12 years, and Certification in Adolescent Education – 12 to 18 years, from AMI, the Netherlands. She holds a B.Ed. degree & a Diploma in Experiential Education and Practice. She has been in the field of education for 20 years, and is particularly interested in Developmental Science. She has served as the School Head at ‘Indah Erdkinder – a Montessori Centre for Study and Work for Adolescents’, and the Head of Training, R&D at Pebble Creek Life School, before taking on the role of the Principal at Pebble Creek Life School.
As a parent and an Educator, she believes that the true purpose of education is to build community – for it is only in the community that individual strengths and talents find real expression, motivation and meaning. A strong social education inspires the pursuit of positive intellectual, personal and academic achievement. She also believes that finding purpose and joy in small moments, being and working in Nature, and everyday life experiences have the greatest impact in building strength, academic potential, joy and resilience in children.
She enjoys writing, poetry, movement and music, weaving, crochet and pottery.
Mercy Jyothsna has been working in the field of education for over eleven years. With a Post-Graduation in Biochemistry and a Bachelor of Education in Biology, she brings a strong academic foundation and a scientific approach to her work. Mercy is also a certified AMI 12–18 Orientation Programme, equipping her with the understanding of adolescent development and Montessori principles.
At Pebble Creek Life School, Mercy has taken on several leadership roles over the years and currently serves as Vice Principal . Balancing her administrative responsibilities with her role as a teacher, she remains deeply connected to the classroom.
Beyond academics, Mercy is passionate about dance, which she sees as both a joyful form of expression and an excellent workout. She often mentors students in dance presentations, fostering individual creativity, team synergy, and a love for performance—all while ensuring it remains a fun and enriching experience.
Department of Training
Moiza is a synergy of thought and action. With her zest to create, ability to think deeply, and collaborate with the right people, she has managed to foster educational spaces that truly function to bring meaning to a child’s life, allow for self expression and build an inclusive community.
After her graduation in Economics and a PG Diploma in Public Relations, she earned a rich experience in Hospitality, Banking and Healthcare industries before she heard her calling for Education. She stepped into the field of Education with her Montessori 3-6 Diploma from AMI, the Netherlands followed by a BEd and an MEd.
She set up Pebble Creek Montessori House of Children in 2005 which organically branched out to Pebble Creek High Montessori School in 2008 and Pebble Creek Life School in 2012. In 2020, she laid the foundation of Indah Erdkinder in Lingapur where adolescents will learn about life, and engage in a wide range of academic disciplines by living and working in a farm.
She believes in the shortest quote of Dr. Maria Montessori “Believe in the child”, and that if observed carefully, every single child will show their true potential. With her passion for Montessori education and a dream to have a school with no boundaries, she walks into the school with joy each day. She finds herself often engrossed in thinking, dreaming and imagining; these have helped her pave the path for the schools so far. She loves reading Montessori philosophy and short articles on education, fiction, discussions, creating educational materials, gardening, sewing, painting and knitting.
Shurobi Hindocha is a Mass Communications and English Literature graduate. With several years of experience in Language Skills Assessment, Content Writing, Communications Training and Operations and Management with MNCs and NGOs/NPOs. She found her calling in Education when she discovered Montessori Philosophy. She holds a Primary Diploma – 3 to 6 years, Elementary Diploma – 6 to 12 years, and Certification in Adolescent Education – 12 to 18 years, from AMI, the Netherlands. She holds a B.Ed. degree & a Diploma in Experiential Education and Practice. She has been in the field of education for 20 years, and is particularly interested in Developmental Science. She has served as the School Head at ‘Indah Erdkinder – a Montessori Centre for Study and Work for Adolescents’, and the Head of Training, R&D at Pebble Creek Life School, before taking on the role of the Principal at Pebble Creek Life School.
As a parent and an Educator, she believes that the true purpose of education is to build community – for it is only in the community that individual strengths and talents find real expression, motivation and meaning. A strong social education inspires the pursuit of positive intellectual, personal and academic achievement. She also believes that finding purpose and joy in small moments, being and working in Nature, and everyday life experiences have the greatest impact in building strength, academic potential, joy and resilience in children.
She enjoys writing, poetry, movement and music, weaving, crochet and pottery.
Nisha Sharma has a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Elementary Education. She also holds a Diploma in Experiential Education and Practice. She is a Certified Global Trainer for ‘Play for Peace’ and a member of ‘The International Play Association’.
Now a PhD researcher in Educational Sciences, she’s been a teacher, teacher educator, school principal, and play facilitator. Her doctoral research at the University of Oulu (Finland) focuses on cultivating teacher playfulness to create enriching and safe learning environments. As a Teacher Educator and Mentor at Pebble Creek, she is determined to create individualised and continuous support for teachers to optimise their potential and delight in the joy of their profession. Drawing on her understanding of Experiential Education and Child Development, she consistently strives to enrich educational experiences for children and educators alike. She brings a wealth of experience, honed over the years, in creating environments where learning is playful, stimulating, and meaningful.
She is passionate about creating sustainable processes and structures for organisational development and empowering teachers. She loves traveling, learning about dinosaurs with her six-year-old son, cycling, dancing and observing people at play.
Academic Level Heads & Coordinators
Shurobi Hindocha is a Mass Communications and English Literature graduate. With several years of experience in Language Skills Assessment, Content Writing, Communications Training and Operations and Management with MNCs and NGOs/NPOs. She found her calling in Education when she discovered Montessori Philosophy. She holds a Primary Diploma – 3 to 6 years, Elementary Diploma – 6 to 12 years, and Certification in Adolescent Education – 12 to 18 years, from AMI, the Netherlands. She holds a B.Ed. degree & a Diploma in Experiential Education and Practice. She has been in the field of education for 20 years, and is particularly interested in Developmental Science. She has served as the School Head at ‘Indah Erdkinder – a Montessori Centre for Study and Work for Adolescents’, and the Head of Training, R&D at Pebble Creek Life School, before taking on the role of the Principal at Pebble Creek Life School.
As a parent and an Educator, she believes that the true purpose of education is to build community – for it is only in the community that individual strengths and talents find real expression, motivation and meaning. A strong social education inspires the pursuit of positive intellectual, personal and academic achievement. She also believes that finding purpose and joy in small moments, being and working in Nature, and everyday life experiences have the greatest impact in building strength, academic potential, joy and resilience in children.
She enjoys writing, poetry, movement and music, weaving, crochet and pottery.
Mercy Jyothsna has been working in the field of education for over eleven years. With a Post-Graduation in Biochemistry and a Bachelor of Education in Biology, she brings a strong academic foundation and a scientific approach to her work. Mercy is also a certified AMI 12–18 Orientation Programme, equipping her with the understanding of adolescent development and Montessori principles.
At Pebble Creek Life School, Mercy has taken on several leadership roles over the years and currently serves as Vice Principal . Balancing her administrative responsibilities with her role as a teacher, she remains deeply connected to the classroom.
Beyond academics, Mercy is passionate about dance, which she sees as both a joyful form of expression and an excellent workout. She often mentors students in dance presentations, fostering individual creativity, team synergy, and a love for performance—all while ensuring it remains a fun and enriching experience.
Angelina has over ten years of experience in teaching and she enjoys it very much. She has been associated with Pebble Creek since 2017 and she feels delighted to be part of a positive and caring teacher-team in the school. She has done her Masters in Computer Application and holds a Bachelor’s in Education as well as a Diploma in Experiential Education and Practice. She also loves music and is often found mentoring students at Pebble Creek in western vocals. She emphasises that while she teaches, she also gets to learn new things from her students and some of them have inspired her in the most remarkable way. She believes in learning every day and uses every opportunity to build her skills and broaden her perspectives.
Ms. Alluri Jahnavi is the Head of the Department of Mathematics at Pebble Creek Life Sciences School. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Science with specializations in Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science. Her qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Education (B.Ed.) and a Master in Science (M.Sc.) in Statistics.
With 7 years of experience in the field of education, Ms. Jahnavi has taught Mathematics across different curriculums, including ICSE and the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. She has extensive experience teaching Grades 9 and 10 and is well-versed in inquiry-based, competency-based, and student-centred learning approaches.
In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she has served as a Coordinator, demonstrating strong leadership, organizational, and mentoring skills. Her ability to guide both students and teachers has contributed significantly in creating a positive and collaborative learning environment. Committed to academic excellence and holistic development.
Ms. Jahnavi strives to inspire curiosity, resilience, and has a love for learning. Her dedication as an educator and leader continues to have a meaningful impact in the school.
Rajitha Chidura is an accomplished educator with over 16 years of rich experience in the teaching profession. She currently serves as the Head of the Telugu Department at Pebble Creek Life School, where she brings deep linguistic expertise and a passion for teaching to the classroom.
Holding a Master’s degree in Telugu along with a B.Ed., Rajitha blends literary knowledge with strong teaching skills to craft meaningful, context-rich learning experiences.
Rajitha has also completed the AMI Certification 12–18 Orientation Programme, grounding her in adolescent development and Montessori principles which equips her to work effectively with learners aged 12 to 18. A former district-level volleyball player, Rajitha encourages teamwork and discipline. With her genuine dedication to teaching, ever-smiling presence she continues to inspire and nurture young minds, making learning a joyful and meaningful journey.
Indrasena is an accomplished educator with over 13 years of rich experience in the teaching profession. She currently serves as the Head of Department (Hindi) at Pebble Creek Life School, where she brings deep linguistic expertise and a passion for teaching in the classroom.
She holds a Master’s degree and a Bachelors in Education (B Ed) in Hindi Language. Indrasena blends literary knowledge with strong pedagogical skills to create context-rich learning experiences. She also has experience as a Learning Facilitator and Hindi Level Coordinator in Montessori education.
A former state-level kabaddi player, Indrasena encourages teamwork and discipline among her students. With her genuine dedication to teaching and ever-smiling presence, she continues to inspire and nurture young minds, making learning a joyful and meaningful journey.
Shireesha holds an MSc and a B.Ed.,in mathematics bringing alongwith her 14 years of teaching experience with a deep passion for education. She has worked in various educational institutions, taking on diverse roles such as Academic Dean and Examination Department In-Charge.
In addition to her teaching role, Shireesha enjoys exploring her Art & craft work. Cooking and gardening are also her hobbies
Sheethal holds a Masters degree in Biotechnology from Bangalore University. Her journey into Montessori education began when she developed a deep interest in the philosophy, which she discovered through a variety of subjects during her early years of teaching career. This fascination led her to pursue the AMI Diploma Course, further solidifying her commitment to Montessori principles. She works as an Academic Coordinator and Level Head Primary Montessori. She is also currently pursuing a B.Ed. to expand her knowledge and teaching capabilities.
Her belief is that balancing work and play is important for a child’s development. She feels fortunate to work with children aged 2 to 7 and enjoys seeing them grow and learn. In her leisure time, she loves writing in her diary, drawing, dancing, and traveling.
Anne Anish has been a development professional for more than a decade. She has a Masters in Social Work (MSW) from Osmania University and MSc Psychology from the University of Madras. She has worked with International Organisations like the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Alliance India (AP), Child Fund India and Government Agencies like CAPART and APSACS. She has extensive experience on a wide spectrum of issues like Child development (especially in rural areas and children living in difficult situations), Women empowerment, HIV/AIDS, Health and sanitation, micro-finance and livelihoods. She represented Alliance India in the 8th International HIV/AIDS Congress (UNAIDS). She has been associated with the Hyderabad Academy of Psychology (HAP) as a counsellor providing counselling services to corporates and individuals. She is now realizing her passion for working with children by addressing their psychosocial needs and providing a safe environment to nurture and realize their best potentials. She is deeply committed to the cause of “Helping people help themselves.”
Management – Administration & Accounts
Madhavi is a commerce graduate from Mumbai Varsity and qualified in IATA Professional. She has extensive experience in Administration; after a fruitful career spanning 10 years with Sahara Airlines in Reservation/Ticketing/ Passenger Handling and Administration, she took a sabbatical to attend to two growing sons both of them today pursuing technical education in the US and India. She has also handled Travel Desk and Administration in AMI TECH India Private Ltd for 2 years. She has been happy to work in the ambient surroundings as an Administrator with Pebble Creek since 2017.
Her pleasant demeanor and approachability while handling day to day interactions, ensuring smooth relationship between parents, teachers and all support staff, in discharging administrative duties in the school makes Pebble Creek office a welcome place every day!
Swathi has been with Pebble Creek since the time it was a small school. She believes that she has grown a lot with Pebble Creek. She loves planning, organising and experiencing various outdoor excursions with children. She loves to lead cooking projects with children. She is passionate about sports and loves to jump into all sports activities, whether she knows the sport or not – she particularly loves the learning that play has to offer.
Ms. Babitha is a B.Com graduate with a Diploma in Electronics & Communication. She brings over 13.3 years of cross-functional expertise spanning digital marketing, financial services, and education management. She has worked with leading organizations such as GE Money, Bank of America, and Google.
Currently, she is part of Pebble Creek School managing Google Ads, YouTube Ads, and Meta Ads for the institution. She also is in charge of Admissions. Her diverse background in technology, finance, and digital marketing enables her to bring a unique perspective in her work.
In her leisure time, she enjoys cycling and loves playing badminton with her daughter, balancing professional excellence with personal passions.
Mr Shivam assists with maintaining the many facets of Pebble Creek Life School. He collaborates with various teams to ensure that the school community is equipped with the necessary resources and support to serve all their needs on a day to day basis ranging from logistics and procurement to facilities, administration and school functions.
Prior to Pebble Creek, he has three and a half years of experience at Amazon as Command Centre Operations Specialist. With a Master of Arts degree in Education from TISS Mumbai, he merges his operational skills with a passion for fostering learning environments. He gets pleasure from making efficient systems, helping groups work collectively working towards the organisations well being.
His passions outside of work are traveling, exploring, photography, music, poetry, education and social change. He strongly believes that some of the best teachers in life are meaningful experiences and continuous learning.
Mr. Hari is an MBA Graduate from Vishwa Vishwani School of Business with professional experience in Accounts, Finance, GST Compliance, Internal Audit, and Financial Management. He has worked as a Junior Consultant at Electronics Corporation of India Limited and as a Senior Accountant at SR Reddy Associates, alongside his association with NAMO Organisations Pvt. Ltd.
He possesses expertise in preparation of Books of Accounts, Financial Statements, GST Return Filing, Accounts Payable & Receivable Management, Internal Audit, and Financial Documentation Control Procedures. He is proficient in Tally ERP 9 and MS Excel.
Pavani is a M.Com Graduate with more that 3 years of specialized accounting experience within the healthcare sector. Her expertise lies in managing petty cash, processing purchase invoices, and preparing daily cash collection reports. She is also skilled in conducting bank reconciliation statements to ensure financial accuracy. She enjoys listening to music in her leisure time.