Credentials & experience
A decade of learning alongside children, parents, teachers, and schools in India.
Years of experience
10+
Workshops delivered
30+
Age groups
18 months to 8 years
Languages
English, Hindi, Gujarati
Profile
A keen strategist endowed with communication skills, leadership quality, autodidact and a very good team manager, problem solving attitude, analytical approach with adequate skills for an organisations’ business growth and profitability.
Education
Early Childhood Care, Education and Administration
Podar Institute of Education
May 2021
Post-Graduation Diploma, Labour Law & Practices
Faculty of Law, Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
May 2007
Masters in Business Economics
Faculty of Commerce, Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
April 2006
Graduation in Commerce, Accountancy
Faculty of Commerce, Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
April 2004
Experience
Headmistress · Podar Jumbo Kids
Sherkhi (2017–2022) · Sama (2022–present)
Jan 2017 – present
- Lead and manage daily operations of the school, ensuring smooth functioning across all departments.
- Coordinate with teachers to introduce innovative teaching methods, integrating technology where appropriate.
- Implement and oversee safety protocols and initiatives to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Act as the main liaison between the school and parents, communicating regularly about student progress, school events, and updates.
- Ensure that the school operates within financial guidelines while optimizing available resources for both academic and extracurricular activities.
- Spearhead initiatives to enhance school reputation through academic excellence, extracurricular achievements, and community service.
- Plan and oversee school events, including sports days, exhibitions, and celebrations that foster student engagement.
Centre Head · Edunova Tutorials Pvt Ltd.
Vadodara
Nov 2014 – Dec 2016
- Managed internal and external operations of the tutorial centre.
- Conducted seminars and workshops for promotional activities.
- Managed lead and database records for admissions.
- Analysed and forecasted market demand and admission trends.
Admission Counsellor · Aakash Educational Services
Vadodara
Aug 2013 – Oct 2014
- Guided students and parents through admission processes and program options.
- Coordinated counselling sessions and follow-ups to support enrolment decisions.
- Maintained records and supported the admissions team with documentation.
Co-Owner & Manager · Urvashi Boutique
Vadodara
Jan 2008 – May 2013
- Co-owned and managed boutique operations, including sales, customer service, and inventory.
- Coordinated with vendors and handled team scheduling and day-to-day administration.
- Managed budgets, accounts, and promotional events to drive business growth.
Professional skills
- Administration
- Office Operations
- Team Leadership
- HR Coordination
- Documentation
- Compliance
- Budget Management
- Event Management
- Admissions
- Stakeholder Management
Achievements
- Performance Award 2014 by Akash Institute for outstanding performance.
- Staff Haven Award & Social Media Award 2017-18 by Podar Group for team management and presence in social media.
- Social Media Award 2020-21 by Podar Group.
- Attended National Leadership Webinar by Anand Prep Academy.
- Workshop on enhancing leadership skills by Podar Group.
- Staff training & grooming for academic and administrative skills by Podar Group.
- Achieved Target exceeder's award 2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25, 2025-26 organized by Podar Group.
- Achieved award for successfully implementing "Young Entrepreneur's Program" 2024-25 & 2025-26.
- Attended Workshop on Leadershape Conclave since 2017 to 2026 by Podar Education Group for skill development.
Career timeline
- 25
2025
Headmistress — Podar Jumbo Kids
Continues leading Podar Jumbo Kids Sama & Sherkhi, focusing on child-first culture and family partnerships.
- 17
2017
Headmistress — Podar Jumbo Kids
Took on school leadership at Podar Jumbo Kids, first at Sherkhi and later at Sama.
- 14
2014
Centre Head — Edunova Tutorials
Led a tutorial centre, managing operations, workshops, and admission trend forecasting.
- 13
2013
Admission Counsellor — Aakash Educational Services
Guided families through admissions and counselling, strengthening communication and record-keeping abilities.
- 08
2008
Co-Owner & Manager — Urvashi Boutique
Started and managed boutique operations, building skills in administration, budgeting, and stakeholder management.
Dipti Ratanpal is based in Vadodara, Gujarat, India and works with families, teachers, and schools across India.