Dreaming Child
15-16, Shaheed Jeet Singh Marg, G5VJ+992, Qutab Institutional Area, IIT Campus, Block A, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, Delhi 110016, India · Delhi · Delhi
If you’re exploring preschools in South Delhi, Dreaming Child often comes up in conversations among parents who value creativity and a child-led approach.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Montessori-based preschool (no formal CBSE/ICSE affiliation)
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No
- Founded
- 2010
- Student–teacher ratio
- 1:9 (preschool); 1:8 (daycare)
- Students
- Not publicly disclosed; appears to be a small-to-mid-sized preschool
Classes
Pre-K I (2–3 yrs), Pre-K II (3–4 yrs), Kindergarten (4–6 yrs), plus daycare and afterschool programs up to ~10 yrsStaff
Founder & Director – Mahima Kaur, Instructional Head – Veena P. Das, Preschool Head – Shweta Prakash, Teacher Training Head – Monika BhucharSummary for the Parent
Overview
Dreaming Child is a small, progressive preschool in Hauz Khas that blends Montessori principles with a strong emphasis on creativity and theatre.
Parents consistently praise the teachers’ warmth and the school’s nurturing environment.
The main trade-offs are practical — limited outdoor space, no CCTV, and no school transport.
Best Fit For
A curious, expressive child who enjoys music, stories, and imaginative play.
A child who thrives in small groups and benefits from close teacher attention.
Families who value creativity and emotional development over early academics.
Strengths
Warm, child-led environment
Excellent teacher engagement and leadership visibility
Strong creative and performing arts programs
Low student–teacher ratio
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
No CCTV or air-conditioning (as per listings)
No school transport
Limited outdoor play area
Preschool only — you’ll need to plan for transition to primary school
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Confirm safety measures and infrastructure details.
Request the full fee structure and refund policy in writing.
Ask about transition support to primary schools.
Check if classrooms are air-conditioned and how they manage summer heat.
Speak to a few current parents for candid feedback.
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