Certification Overview

Amanora School, located in Hadapsar, Pune, has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work® by Great Place to Work®, India, in the Mid‑Size Organizations category. The certification is valid from August 2026 to August 2027 and is based solely on direct, anonymous feedback from the school’s employees.

Employee Sentiment Scores

During the Trust Index™ assessment, the school recorded exceptional scores: 100% of employees said they are proud to work at Amanora, 96% rated it a great place to work overall, 99% felt the workplace is physically safe, 98% said leadership demonstrates high integrity, and 99% reported that management communicates openly and honestly.

Retention, Tenure and Internal Growth

Amanora School reported a 94% employee retention rate and an average employee tenure of six years. Nearly one‑third of its workforce, including the entire leadership team and Heads of School, have progressed into their current roles from within the organisation.

People‑First Culture Initiatives

The school’s people‑centric approach includes structured employee engagement programmes, professional development and training through CENTA, recognition schemes such as the ACE Awards and Thank You Awards, health‑check‑up and insurance coverage, and progressive policies covering adoption, maternity and paternity leave. Regular feedback and engagement surveys are conducted to continuously improve the experience for both academic and non‑academic staff.

Leadership Comments

  • Mr. Aniruddha Deshpande, Chairman, said the school’s vision has always been to create an outstanding learning environment and an equally outstanding workplace, noting that 100% employee pride is “deeply humbling.”
  • Ms. Meera Nair, Director Principal, emphasized that the certification reflects how valued and supported teachers and staff feel, which in turn benefits students and classrooms.
  • Mr. Vinod Sharma, Chief Operating Officer of Edunation Services Pvt. Ltd., highlighted that the recognition validates the Ryan Group’s belief that a great school is built by a great team and underscores continued investment in leadership accessibility, employee wellbeing and career growth across its institutions.

Significance of the Certification

The certification positions Amanora School as an employer of choice, reinforcing its commitment to a high‑performing, people‑centric organisation. For employees, it validates their experience and contribution to the school’s culture, emphasizing wellbeing, trust, growth and open communication as core to the school’s success.

About Amanora School

Managed by the Ryan Group of Institutions, one of India’s largest K‑12 school networks operating in 40 cities across 20 states, Amanora School delivers holistic, values‑driven education while fostering a workplace where educators and staff can learn, grow, and build meaningful careers. More information is available at www.amanoraschool.edu.in.

About Great Place to Work®

Great Place to Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, leveraging over 30 years of research and data to help organisations become great places to work. Their proprietary platform and For All™ Model evaluate employee experiences, leading to certifications or inclusion on Best Workplaces™ lists. Further details can be found at greatplacetowork.com.

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