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Early Steps Academy Available in 50 countries 🌎 Classes are fun, intellectual and extremely engaging for young minds.

Early Steps Academy, founded by Harvard & IIT alumni, exposes children in ages 8-18 to 1000+ modern subjects - Entrepreneurship, Climate, Space Tech, Critical Thinking & AI, via the famous case study method of learning. With more than 30,000 live sessions and students from 10+ countries, Early Steps Academy is the world's only learning platform that provides children with high-quality learning experience.

Let’s Tell You a Little Bit About Us : Early Steps AcademyEvery time someone new discovers Early Steps Academy, we get o...
11/24/2025

Let’s Tell You a Little Bit About Us : Early Steps Academy

Every time someone new discovers Early Steps Academy, we get one question more than anything else:
“So
 what exactly do you do?”

And honestly, we love answering it.
Because the story of who we are and what we’re building is something we’re incredibly proud of.
So today, let’s talk a little bit about us — directly to you.

We started with a simple belief

Children are capable of so much more than traditional systems expect from them.
They’re sharp, curious, expressive, and eager to explore the world beyond textbooks.
So we asked ourselves:

What if learning didn’t feel like studying,
but felt like discovering?

Early Steps Academy was built around this question.

What we do, in the simplest words

We create live, interactive learning experiences where kids don’t just memorize concepts — they think through them.

Our classrooms look like this:

Small groups full of energy

Mentors who are global professionals — founders, researchers, creatives

Real-world case studies

Kids debating, analysing, presenting
 and honestly, having a lot of fun

It’s not passive learning.
It’s learning that wakes you up.

Why we care so much

Because we’ve seen what happens when children get the right space to think.
They speak more confidently.
They ask better questions.
They connect the dots faster.
They start seeing themselves as independent thinkers.

And that confidence
 it spills into everything they do.

What makes us different

We don’t follow traditional syllabi.
We follow skill-building — the kind that helps children for life:

Thinking clearly

Communicating well

Solving problems

Leading teams

Understanding the world

These are not “extra” skills.
These are the skills that shape who they become.

And here’s the truth

We’re still building, still learning, still improving every single day.
But we know exactly where we’re headed:

Towards an education system that feels alive, modern, global, and designed for the world kids are growing into.

Before you go

If you’re a parent, educator, or someone curious about the future of learning — we’re happy you’re here.
You’ll find stories of our students, insights from our mentors, and honest reflections about what it takes to reinvent education.

This journey matters to us.
And we’re excited to share it with you.

Welcome to Early Steps Academy.
Let’s learn, think, and grow — together.

10 Days Left in November: Here’s How to Make Them Count Before December Arrives 🍂There’s something oddly magical about t...
11/19/2025

10 Days Left in November: Here’s How to Make Them Count Before December Arrives 🍂

There’s something oddly magical about the last stretch of November.

It’s not December yet; the chaos hasn’t begun.
But the year-end softness has started to settle in.
It’s that tiny window where life feels calmer, slower, almost forgiving.

And maybe
 that’s exactly why these last 10 days matter.

Here’s how you can make the most of them; with your kids, with your family, or even by yourself; before December rings the doorbell with its sparkle and madness.

1. Make a “November Bucket List” (5 tiny things only)
Not a big list.
Just 5 things you really want to do before this month ends; one for each family member, maybe.

Things like:

Watch a movie together

Bake something

Go for a long drive

Try one new thing

Clean one corner of the house

Small → doable → memorable.

2. Capture One “Ordinary Day”
Take photos of a normal day.
Your child reading, you cooking, your dining table, the messy sofa.
No posing.

These become the real memories later.

3. Do a 20-Minute November Deep Clean
Pick one forgotten corner:
a drawer, a shelf, a backpack, the fridge door.

Set a 20-minute timer.
Clean together like it’s a race.

Kids LOVE this when you turn it into a game.

4. Have a “What We Learned This Year” Chat
It doesn’t have to be deep.

Ask your child:
“What’s one thing you learned this year that made you proud?”

Then tell them yours.
This builds confidence without them even realising it.

5. Cook One Meal Together Before December Begins
It can be Maggi.
Seriously.

The point is doing it together, not the dish.

6. Start One Good Habit Early (don’t wait for Jan 1)
Read 10 minutes.
Drink more water.
Take a walk.
Stretch.

Kids copy what you do, not what you say.

Start now → December feels easier.

7. Plan a “No-Plan Day”
A day where you all stay in pyjamas.
No schedule.
No expectations.
Just vibes.

It resets everyone before December rushes in.

8. Create a Simple Gratitude Jar
Every night until the month ends, write one small thing you’re grateful for — even if it’s:

“The weather wasn’t horrible.”

“My chai was good.”

“My child didn’t fight with me today.” (miracle)

Open them on Dec 1 as a soft start to the last month of the year.

9. Start a New Mini Tradition
Not a big one.
Something tiny that repeats every November.

Like:

Drawing together

Trying a new snack

Playing one board game

Taking a sunset walk

Small traditions are the ones that last.

10. Slow Down on Purpose
The world gets loud in December.
Everyone speeds up.
Everyone plans.
Everyone stresses.

Right now?
You have 10 days to breathe before the glitter storm arrives.

Use them.
Soak them in.
Enjoy the quiet before the sparkle

Curiosity + AI Literacy: The Two Skills Kids Need Most in the coming yearsIf there’s one thing the world agrees on, lear...
11/05/2025

Curiosity + AI Literacy: The Two Skills Kids Need Most in the coming years

If there’s one thing the world agrees on, learning is changing faster than ever.
At Early Steps Academy, we believe two skills will shape the next decade for kids:
Curiosity and AI Literacy.

💡 Curiosity: The New Superpower
Traditional schooling focuses on right answers.
But the future belongs to kids who ask better questions.
When a 9-year-old at ESA asks, “Why can’t robots feel?”: That’s not a random thought.
It’s the foundation of critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving.

đŸ€– AI Literacy: Growing Up With Smart Tools
AI isn’t replacing teachers: it’s reshaping how kids learn.
Our goal isn’t to make every child a coder, but to make them aware:
how AI works, where it helps, and when to question it.
Understanding AI is fast becoming as essential as reading or math.

🚀 The ESA Way
At Early Steps, we’re bringing both together:

Projects that start with curiosity, not instruction.

Hands-on challenges that explore how technology can be used wisely.

Conversations that build awareness, empathy, and independence.

The world our kids will grow into is uncertain.
But one thing’s clear; those who stay curious and understand technology won’t just adapt; they’ll lead.

With curiosity,
Team Early Steps Academy

Tuesday thoughts at The 21st Century Parent's Playbook by Early Steps AcademyIn Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, Mil...
11/04/2025

Tuesday thoughts at The 21st Century Parent's Playbook by Early Steps Academy

In Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, Miles Morales spends the whole movie trying to live up to everyone else’s expectations; only to realize there’s no single way to be Spider-Man.

That moment; when he says, “Nah. I’m gonna do my own thing.” — might be one of the most important lessons for parents too.

Because somewhere between report cards, routines, and comparisons, we forget:
every child’s timeline looks different.

Some learn to read early.
Some build with their hands before they can write with a pencil.
Some daydream for hours — and that’s not laziness; that’s vision in progress.

Miles didn’t fit the mold. He rewrote it.
That’s what every child deserves the freedom to do.

So maybe parenting isn’t about helping our kids “fit in.”
It’s about helping them find their rhythm — even if it doesn’t match the beat everyone else is dancing to.

đŸ•·ïž Every child is writing their own origin story. We just have to let them.

Happy Halloween Early Steps Fam :)
10/30/2025

Happy Halloween Early Steps Fam :)

Halloween is right around the corner! What is your lil one up to? :)
10/23/2025

Halloween is right around the corner! What is your lil one up to? :)

Hello, we are excited to share with you our new initiative - The Parent Project ❀Parenting is an experiment - lots of ha...
10/06/2025

Hello, we are excited to share with you our new initiative - The Parent Project ❀

Parenting is an experiment - lots of hard work, uncertainty, and expectationsâ˜ș

Then how do some parents raise super successful kids? Happy to share with you our new YouTube page - will showcase interviews of parents of top 0.1% people in the world 🌎.

Follow the page for the upcoming interviews: https://youtu.be/mCXssfAELzo?si=996Q2RRJoasscKl3

From MIT engineers, to Forbes list winners, to Harvard leaders. These are parents in their fifties and sixties now sharing their parenting wisdom, tips, tricks as seen in the rear view mirror ;)

Did You Know Wednesday with ESA Did you know that laughter isn’t just fun; it helps kids learn better? 😂📚Studies show th...
09/24/2025

Did You Know Wednesday with ESA

Did you know that laughter isn’t just fun; it helps kids learn better? 😂📚

Studies show that when children laugh, their brains release chemicals that boost memory and focus. So that silly joke at the dinner table? Or the goofy dance before bedtime? That’s not just play::it’s learning in disguise.

Parenting tip: Never underestimate the power of a good giggle. It’s brain food. đŸŒ±âœš

Today’s Tool: The “When-Then” Trick đŸȘ„Instead of constant reminders or power struggles, try this simple shift:👉 “When you...
09/23/2025

Today’s Tool: The “When-Then” Trick đŸȘ„

Instead of constant reminders or power struggles, try this simple shift:

👉 “When you finish your homework, then we’ll play a game.”
👉 “When toys are put away, then we can read a story.”

It’s clear, calm, and gives kids a sense of control—while still setting boundaries.

A small change in wording, a big change in cooperation. 🙌

FREE DEMO Sign up link: https://forms.gle/4zo59APRHHTCqPhZ71000+ modern essential subjects, thinking and communication s...
09/17/2025

FREE DEMO Sign up link: https://forms.gle/4zo59APRHHTCqPhZ7
1000+ modern essential subjects, thinking and communication skills

Schools were built for a world that no longer exists.
AI, Cryptocurrencies, space tech, global teams -the world has changed.
But classrooms haven’t.

At Early Steps Academy, we’re rethinking learning through real-world case studies, global peers, and future-ready skills.
🚀Back-to-School Promo: Sign up this week and get an exclusive discount + a free trial class for your child.

🧰 Tuesday Toolbox from Early Steps Academy | Parenting EditionParenting tip of the week: Don’t aim for perfection; aim f...
09/16/2025

🧰 Tuesday Toolbox from Early Steps Academy | Parenting Edition

Parenting tip of the week: Don’t aim for perfection; aim for progress. Here are 3 fun reminders to keep handy:

🎧 Listen More, Correct Less
Sometimes kids don’t need your advice; they just want you to nod like their biggest fan.

⏰ Routine = Magic
Bedtime battles? Morning chaos? A little ritual (like “one silly face before sleep”) can turn stress into giggles.

đŸȘž Be Their Mirror
Want a kind, patient kid? Show them what that looks like (bonus points if you keep your cool during snack-time messes 😅).

Parenting is basically equal parts chaos and cuddles. You’re doing great, don’t forget it!

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