Bangalore, March 01, 2025: Little Elly, a leading preschool chain in the country plans to double its network to 300 preschools across India over the next three years. Little Elly currently has over 150 preschools across 17 cities in India and international locations in Dubai and Seattle.
Founded in 2004, Little Elly has over 9,000 preschoolers that pass out each year. By combining multiple educational methodologies under its unique “H.A.P.P.Y Curriculum” – such as Montessori, Waldorf, Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences, and Bloom’s Taxonomy – Little Elly offers a comprehensive and dynamic learning experience that evolves with the changing needs of today’s children. Each of these methodologies is blended in a way that supports not just academic growth, but also emotional and social development. The group also offers Elly Childcare, a corporate creche service providing childcare facilities to employees of leading companies.
Commenting on the expansion, Preeti Bhandary, Co-Founder and Director, Little Elly, said, “The growing awareness among modern parents about the importance of holistic early childhood education is influencing our expansion decisions. This shift is not just seen in metropolitan areas but is also growing in tier 2 and tier 3 cities, where demand for high-quality early education is increasing. This strategic expansion plan reinforces Little Elly’s commitment to providing quality education and nurturing young minds. Recognizing the immense potential in early childhood education, Little Elly aims to strategically position itself to cater to the educational needs of a broader demographic. Our commitment remains steadfast in providing a nurturing and enriching environment where every child can flourish and reach their full potential.”
“Building on our strong presence in the South, we are focusing on penetrating further in Southern India as well as increasing our footprint in the Maharashtra region and expanding to other tier 2 cities in the country. Currently operating in 17 cities, Little Elly aims to expand its footprint to nearly 40 cities nationwide by the end of 2027. Our expansion will be driven entirely through the franchise model, empowering local entrepreneurs to become part of the Little Elly team. However, we are open to securing external capital to acquire regional players and build our presence in select geographies. As we continue to expand, we remain dedicated to continual innovation to deliver the finest educational experience,” said Amit Tiwari, CEO, Little Elly.
Little Elly is currently present in Bangalore, Bagalkot, Hassan, Hubli, Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Vijayapura, Chennai, Coimbatore, Hosur, Madurai, Hyderabad, Tirupati, Mumbai and Pune. Going forward, Little Elly aims to consolidate its presence in existing cities and is exploring to enter newer cities such as Secunderabad, Vizag, Rajahmundry, Cochin, Trivandrum, Calicut, Tumkur, Dharwad, Belgaum, Raichur, Nashik amongst other tier 2 and tier 3 cities.
The brand’s success story in India and abroad bears testament to its innovative pedagogy, nurturing environment, and child-centric approach. Little Elly’s track record of delivering excellence in early childhood education has garnered the trust and admiration of parents and educators alike. Over the years, Little Elly has evolved to become, at its core, ‘A Happy Preschool.’ empowering young minds to become lifelong learners.
Corporate Comm India (CCI Newswire)
