About The Hive
Grade XII, age 16-ish. An unfinished painting on my easel, and a comment from my accounts teacher are probably what sowed the first seeds of The Hive. The tutor had been scandalized to see me indulging in artistic projects just before my Board exams. I took his passing rebuke rather meditatively, for his stance towards education, like that of many others of the time, was in direct conflict with my ideologies.
I could never fathom why fine arts, music, or sports were thought of as “extra-curricular.” Why were reading a book under a shaded tree or admiring constellations in the night skies not part of “formal/informal/any kind of education” at all? Wasn’t playing board games a way of understanding math? Wasn’t a multi-sensorial expedition in an unfamiliar terrain an induction to geography - superior to learning from a two-dimensional, amorphous map? Must we learn history through rote
memorization of seemingly inconsequential events in time than through the brightly-illustrated comics of Amar Chitra Katha? Or must we learn history at all? Why not knot-tying, signaling, fire fighting, or anger management?
I could go on, but Albert Einstein has summed up better, “Education is what remains after one has forgotten everything learnt in school.” To me, something seemed fundamentally wrong with our education system. What did it prepare us for? Healthier living? Humane existence? Sustainable future? Savvier consumption? Prudential finances? Clever crisis management? Were these ever the goals of "education"?
I have a huge peeve for wasting half my life learning speculative economic theories and antiquated accounting approaches (thanks to the British education system) than mastering woodworking (often denounced as a blue-collared job), or the Ayurvedic medicine system (fashionably rubbished as ‘unscientific’ compared to western medicine). Twenty-odd years after my schooling, I’m glad that the outlook towards education is changing - albeit, slowly. Frustratingly, a change in our societal mindset is even slower.
This is not a personal vendetta against present-day education, or a digression from what The Hive is about, but a deep-running undercurrent of the holy grail that has led to origins of The Hive: “Refinement/definement (and we could certainly coin such a word!) of modern-day learning.”
Courses Offered
Tiny Hands, Big Hearts
Age Level
- Lessons : 7
- Duration : 1.5 Month
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 3 - 7 Years
- Fee : 6,300
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10:30am to 12:00pmBatch 2 :
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SaturdayTimings :
4:00pm to 5:30pm
Western Vocals - Level 1
Age Level
- Lessons : 24
- Duration : 6 month
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 8 - 11 Years
- Fee : 15,600
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WednesdayTimings :
3:45pm to 4:45pmBatch 2 :
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WednesdayTimings :
5:00pm to 6:00pmAbout Course
A 6-month programme building comprehensive understanding in Western musicIncludes :SolfègeMusic parametersRhythmEar trainingSongsMusic genresPerformance & Assessment
Steam Play & Learn
Age Level
- Lessons : 12
- Duration : 1.5 Month
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 3 - 5 Years
- Fee : 7,000
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Wednesday, FridayTimings :
4:00pm to 5:00pmBatch 2 :
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5:15pm to 6:15pm
Foundational Art
Age Level
- Lessons : 18
- Duration : 2 Months
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 4 - 10 Years
- Fee : 5,500
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Days :
Tuesday, ThursdayTimings :
5:00pm to 7:00pm
Stories for Young Learners
Age Level
- Lessons : 10
- Duration : 1.5 Month
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 3 - 6 Years
- Fee : 3,000
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WednesdayTimings :
4:30pm to 5:30pm
Martial Arts
Age Level
- Lessons : 18
- Duration : 3 Month
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 6 - 15 Years
- Fee : 6,000
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Tuesday, Thursday, SaturdayTimings :
5:00pm to 6:00pmAbout Course
Strengthen your character, not just the physique with Arjun School of Martial Arts
Morning Yoga
Age Level
- Lessons : 20
- Duration : 1 Month
- Certifications : No
- Age : 10 - 20 Years
- Fee : 2,000
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Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayTimings :
6:00am to 7:00amBatch 2 :
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Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayTimings :
7:15am to 8:15amBatch 3 :
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Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayTimings :
8:30am to 9:30am
Kids’ Crafts
Age Level
- Lessons : 10
- Duration : 1.5 Month
- Certifications : No
- Age : 5 - 8 Years
- Fee : 3,000
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WednesdayTimings :
5:30pm to 6:30pm
Saturday Game Nights
Age Level
- Lessons : 1
- Duration : 1 Day
- Certifications : No
- Age : 12 - 20 Years
- Fee : 300
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SaturdayTimings :
8:30pm to 2:30am
Chess & Chill
Age Level
- Lessons : 1
- Duration : 1
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 8 - 20 Years
- Fee : 300
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SundayTimings :
12:00pm to 3:00pm
Who’s the imposter?
Age Level
- Lessons : 1
- Duration : 1
- Certifications : No
- Age : 16 - 50 Years
- Fee : 250
Available Batch :
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Days :
FridayTimings :
9:00pm to 11:00pm
Heartlore: The Winter Wordsmith Edition
Age Level
- Lessons : 6
- Duration : 1 Month
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 5 - 10 Years
- Fee : 2,500
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5:00pm to 6:00pmBatch 2 :
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5:00pm to 6:00pm
Public Speaking through Storytelling
Age Level
- Lessons : 16
- Duration : 2 year
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 8 - 14 Years
- Fee : 9,999
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FridayTimings :
5:00pm to 7:00pmBatch 2 :
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4:00pm to 6:00pmAbout Course
From stories to stage presence – for confident kidsONGOINGAn intense programme across levels 1 & 2
Elephants in Pink Pajamas
Age Level
- Lessons : 25
- Duration : 6 Month
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 7 - 15 Years
- Fee : 16,500
Available Batch :
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SundayTimings :
10:00am to 10:00pmAbout Course
A theatre programme of the children, by the children, for the childrenONGOING
Prep time: Jr. Gamers at Unboxed Game Fest
Age Level
- Lessons : 3
- Duration : 1 Month
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 8 - 15 Years
Available Batch :
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SaturdayTimings :
3:30pm to 5:30pm
Brighter Minds Programme
Age Level
- Lessons : 30
- Duration : 30 hours
- Certifications : No
- Age : 5 - 15 Years
- Fee : 15,500
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SaturdayTimings :
8:00amBatch Type :
OfflineAbout Course
A soulful program for whole brain development, relaxation, and enhanced sensorial stimulation.
Number Fun Damentals
Age Level
- Lessons : 16
- Duration : 2 Months
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 4 - 6 Years
- Fee : 8,000
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Tuesday, ThursdayTimings :
5:00pm to 6:00pmAbout Course
✨ Number Fun-damentals A playful Cuisenaire Rod & connection-based discovery programmeOur early years programme is rooted in a simple belief: when children play with intention, we reduce future math anxiety.Using colourful Cuisenaire rods in a warm, child-friendly environment, we help children move away from abstract drills and instead experience numbers as logical puzzles, patterns, and relationships - making learning joyful and meaningful.Flow of Each Session⚜️ Warm-up & connection time ⚜️ Free exploration with Cuisenaire rods ⚜️ Focused numeracy activity ⚜️ Reflection & closureWhat Children Experience & Take Away🟦 Hands-on play with Cuisenaire rods to understand quantity and counting ➕ Gentle introduction to operations through adding adventures and super subtractions 🧠 Development of reasoning, spatial awareness, and logical thinking 💛 Socio-emotional learning through connection time and self-awareness activitiesEach session ends on a joyful note - with a story, DIY project, or creative worksheet, ensuring learning feels complete and satisfying.📵 PS: We are a social-media-free zone, prioritising child privacy, presence, and meaningful interactions - because real learning happens when children are truly here.📞 For more details: 8469009000 👩🏫 Facilitated by: Manisha Agrawal Primary Numeracy Coach & Art Therapy Practitioner
Western Vocals - Level 1 ( Feb - 19 )
Age Level
- Lessons : 8
- Duration : 2 Month
- Certifications : No
- Age : 6 - 11 Years
- Fee : 5,200
Available Batch :
Batch 1 :
Days :
ThursdayTimings :
5:00pm to 6:00pmAbout Course
This is a 2-month beginner course for kids on Western Vocals & Music. The course will be conducted in English and will be primarily Western Music. The goal of this course is to train kids to sing western vocals and build a comprehensive understanding of western music. The course is constructed with a mixture of western classical as well as western contemporary music. Here’s what will be covered in the course:1.Solfege – Detailed work with the solfege:Major scale – Understanding, exercises and songs Solfege Hand sings2.Music parameters – Dynamics, Tempo & PitchWhat are these concepts, how are they used in music and how to use them while singing3.Rhythm – Understanding, usage and activities. Interaction of beat, tempo and rhythm will also be covered here with the usage of a metronome.4. Ear training – Listening is key to being able to sing well. Some general as well as technical ear training skills will be developed.5. Songs – 3 western songs will be taught in detail. There may be songs in foreign languages.6. Music genres – An equally important aspect of western music is also to understand the roots and history of music, as well as the bifurcation of different types of music. They will be introduced to a few genres of music to start building a good listening.7. Assessment – End of this 2 month period will be marked with an assessment where the kids will be required to perform a fixed set of things in front of the instructor who will mark them on musical factors.
Kids Crafts
Age Level
- Lessons : 10
- Duration : 2.5 Month
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 5 - 8 Years
- Fee : 3,000
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WednesdayTimings :
5:30pm to 6:30pm
Jr. Gamers’ Club
Age Level
- Lessons : 10
- Duration : 2.5 Month
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 7 - 12 Years
- Fee : 5,500
Available Batch :
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SaturdayTimings :
3:30pm to 5:30pm
The Do Re Mi Club Jr. - Vocals And Beats 1
Age Level
- Lessons : 8
- Duration : 2 Month
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 1.2 - 2.5 Years
- Fee : 4,400
Available Batch :
Batch 1 :
Days :
WednesdayTimings :
3:45pm to 4:45pmAbout Course
This is an 8 week course for toddlers on introduction to Music. This course is a playful relationship building with the basics of music. It will instill a seed of music in kids, while they enjoy being engaged in English and Hindi classics and musical rhythm games. Here’s what will be covered in the course: 1. Solfege – Learning to recognise and be able to say Do re mi fa so la ti do, through movement. There will be songs and games through which their understanding of the musical alphabet will be strengthened. 2. Songs – They will be introduced to over 8 songs - English as well as some Hindi classics (not rhymes). These will be taught with visual cues, movement and actions. The content will be a mix of fun as well as musical enriching songs. 3. Rhythm, Beats and Movement – They will learn about beats and rhythm through songs, games and movement based activities. This will also include learning basic rhythm syllables. This will build a basic understanding of timing and they will learn to mix simple song tunes with beats through actions and body movement. COURSE DELIVERABLES 1. Each week material covered in class will be shared with parents. Links of songs taught as well as additional material in form of recorded audio pieces and videos will be shared where necessary. 2. Photos and short video clips of kids from class will be shared every week.
The Do Re Mi Club Sr. - Vocals And Rhythm 1
Age Level
- Lessons : 8
- Duration : 2 Month
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 3 - 5 Years
- Fee : 4,400
Available Batch :
Batch 1 :
Days :
ThursdayTimings :
3:45pm to 4:45pmAbout Course
is a 8 week course for young kids on Western Vocals & Music. This course is a playful relationship building with the basics of music. It will instill a seed of music in kids, while they enjoy being engaged in English and Hindi classics and musical rhythm games. Here’s what will be covered in the course: 1. Solfege – Learning how to sing Do re mi fa so la ti do, through movement. There will be songs and games through which their understanding of the musical alphabet will be strengthened. They will also be learning the solfege hand signs. 2. Songs – They will be introduced to over 8 songs - English as well as some Hindi classics (not rhymes). These will be taught with visual cues, movement and actions. The content will be a mix of fun as well as musical enriching songs that will in turn ensure an understanding of basic musical concepts. 3. Rhythm, Beats and Movement – They will learn about beats and rhythm through songs, games and movement based activities. This will also include learning basic and intermediate rhythm syllables. This will strengthen their understanding of timing as well as mixing song and rhythm/movement. They will also work with simple percussion instruments like shakers, tambourine etc. COURSE DELIVERABLES 1. Each week material covered in class will be shared with parents. Links of songs taught as well as additional material in form of recorded audio pieces and videos will be shared where necessary. 2. Photos and short video clips of kids from class will be shared every week.
Little kids. Big questions.
Age Level
- Duration : Flexible
- Certifications : Yes
- Age : 3 - 5 Years
Available Batch :
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Monday, Wednesday, FridayTimings :
4:00pm to 5:00pmBatch 2 :
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Monday, Wednesday, FridayTimings :
5:15pm to 6:15pmAbout Course
At The Fun Lab, our 3 - 5 year olds experience the world through curiosity, experimentation, and play. They mix and pour, build and break, paint and imagine, run and ask endless whys.When an experiment works, the real excitement begins. Science feels alive. A simple activity turns into wonder, a story sparks a new question, art becomes a way to express feelings they’re still learning to name. Outdoor play brings movement, laughter, and the kind of discoveries that only happen when children are free to explore.All of this unfolds gently within The Hive’s warm, homely atmosphere - a space where children feel safe, welcomed, and unhurried. When they feel at ease, curiosity flows naturally, and learning quietly takes root.These are small moments, but they matter. They shape how children see the world - with confidence, joy, and a readiness to ask what if?
Kruti Shah
A marketing communications professional, Kruti's heart had always been in art. After fifteen years in academics and industry, motherhood forced her to introspect, and Kruti realized that what she loved most was making puppets for her children's birthdays, writing stories of her own, creating Esher-inspired rangolis, and solving logic puzzles to practice math.
An accomplished Bharatnatyam and Kuchipudi dancer, a fervent traveller, a novelist, and a board-game buff, Kruti aspires to kindle the passion of hobbies in like-minded souls.
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