The beginning
A belief that early childhood is the most formative window - and that every child deserves caring, compassionate, quality education in an enjoyable environment.
STEPUP
Built on Care. Driven by Curiosity.
From a single classroom to a brand spanning Play School, Teacher Training and Tuitions - every step of our journey is about raising the bar for early-years education in Chennai and beyond.
The three pillars emerge
Play School
Where children 2-6 take their first confident steps.
Training
Globally-recognised Montessori, ECCE and Special Education diplomas.
Tuitions
Class I-X · All subjects · Matric / CBSE with personal attention.
Learn moreWhere we are today
Flexible learning - regular, distance and online - accessible pan-India; tutor support throughout; international recognition for our certifications.
Where we're headed
A growing chain of play schools, and a steady pipeline of confident beginner teachers stepping into classrooms across the country.
Vision
To build a chain of play schools across India that delivers caring, compassionate and quality education in an enjoyable environment for every child.
Mission
To equip the next generation of early-years educators with modern, real-time-focused teaching techniques - so every beginner teacher steps into a classroom ready, confident, and kind.
Our values
Care
Every child and trainee is seen, heard and supported.
Compassion
Kindness is a teaching method, not an afterthought.
Quality
Globally-recognised standards, local Chennai heart.
Enjoyable environment
Learning thrives when classrooms feel joyful and safe.
Meet the leadership
Mrs. K. Srilekha
M.Phil., M.Ed. · Principal (2016-2026) · Educational Trainer
Ex-Asst. Professor in English; Principal at St. John's Matriculation Hr. Sec. School, Thirumullaivoyal, Chennai - guiding Step Up with deep classroom experience.
Our timeline
2012
Teaching & training roots take hold.
2016
School leadership years begin.
2024
Step Up Academy brand formalised.
2026
Play school chain vision launched.