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Pooja Kava Chauhan
Pooja Kava Chauhan 
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| Born | 28 November 1986 |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
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| Years Active | 2007–present |
| Known For | Founder of NeoTots Academic Consultancy |
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| Languages | English, Hindi, Gujarati |
| Residence | Vidyavihar East, Mumbai |
| Website | www.neotots.in |
Pooja Kava Chauhan (born 28 November 1986) is an Indian academic consultant, curriculum designer, and experienced educator. She is the founder of NeoTots Academic Consultancy, a platform committed to innovating early learning methods and raising the bar in primary and preschool education. With over 15 years of hands-on experience, she has collaborated with several reputed international schools and has earned recognition for her academic vision, training modules, and event curation expertise.
Early Life and Education
Pooja was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, and completed her early schooling at the prestigious Jamnabai Narsee School in Juhu. She graduated from Mithibai College with a B.Com degree and holds additional qualifications in ECCED and B.Ed.
During her school years, she actively took part in cultural festivals and dance events. Her early inspiration to pursue teaching came from a Grade 3 educator and later grew stronger under the mentorship of educator Padma Negi.
Career
Chauhan embarked on her professional journey in 2007 as a teacher and gradually stepped into leadership positions. She has served across multiple esteemed institutions including Kangaroo Kids, Billabong High, C.P. Goenka International School, and JBCN International.
Her roles and contributions include:
- Leading History & Geography departments for ICSE and CAIE boards at Billabong High (2020–2023)
- Coordinating educational events and school programs at Billabong, JBCN, and C.P. Goenka (2012–2023)
- Head of preschool academics at Kangaroo Kids, Andheri (2018–2023)
- Academic advisor and consultant at IndoScots Preschool (2024–present)
In 2025, she introduced NeoTots Academic Consultancy, aimed at reshaping academic delivery and curriculum strategy. The consultancy offers services such as:
- Faculty Training Programs
- Classroom Audits
- Syllabus Planning
- Scholastic Event Management
- Content and Workbook Development
- Digital Academic Branding
The firm emphasizes innovative learning, blended pedagogies, and digital resources for the modern education ecosystem.
Career Highlights
- 2012–2016: Orchestrated events at C.P. Goenka International School
- 2015: Developed customized primary Social Studies curriculum
- 2016–2018: Handled annual functions at JBCN International School
- 2018–2023: Headed preschool division at Kangaroo Kids
- 2018–2023: Directed large-scale academic events at Billabong High
- 2019–2022: Led Jalsa – a school fest with celebrity attendance
- 2020–2023: Delivered Cambridge IGCSE Geography under CAIE Board
- 2020–2023: Liaised with British Council for curriculum enrichment
- 2024–present: Academic consultant at IndoScots
- 2025: Launched Pioneers Fest – a showcase for young learners
- 2025: Structured curriculum for IndoScotts International
- 2025: Authored tailor-made educational workbooks
- 2025: Founded NeoTots – “Inspiring Learning, Empowering Growth”
Certifications and Recognition
- Certified in IGCSE Geography by Cambridge Assessment (2020)
- Served as British Council school liaison for international educational collaboration (2020–2023)
Media Appearance
She appeared in a televised segment on SEM TV, speaking about her academic journey and leadership in the education sector.
- SEM TV interview (Watch from 1:00:19–1:01:34)
Social Media Presence
Personal Life
Currently based in Vidyavihar East, Mumbai, Pooja is fluent in English, Hindi, and Gujarati. Her personal interests include dance, which she often incorporates into her academic events and school activities.
See also
- Education in India
- Early childhood education
- International Baccalaureate
- Cambridge Assessment International Education