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  • Ryan Group Breaks Ground on Four Bengaluru Campuses, Eyes 100 New Schools Worldwide

    Ryan Group

    Bengaluru: The Ryan Group, one of India’s most respected K-12 education brands, has commenced construction on four new school campuses in Bengaluru, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to delivering future-ready and values-based education.

    The groundbreaking ceremony, held across East, South, South-West, and West Bengaluru, was led by Dr A F Pinto, Founder-Chairman, and Ryan Pinto, CEO of the Ryan Group, in the presence of educators, partners, and community leaders.

    Spanning a total area of 6 lakh square feet, each of the new schools will accommodate up to 2,000 students and will offer advanced infrastructure, immersive digital learning tools, and facilities for sports and co-curricular excellence.

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    This expansion marks a strategic investment in one of India’s fastest-growing cities and aims to provide holistic education across academic, emotional, and leadership domains.

    “Bengaluru is not just a technology hub – it’s a city full of potential and promise. Our new schools are designed to be centres of inspiration where students develop into responsible, compassionate leaders,” said Dr A F Pinto, Chairman of the Ryan Group.

    Ryan Group: Reimagining Education for Next Generation

    The Ryan Group already operates 10 schools in Bengaluru, serving thousands of families for over 25 years. This next phase aligns with the group’s vision of reimagining education for the next generation.

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    “These campuses represent more than physical infrastructure – they are expressions of our mission to make quality education both accessible and transformational,” said Ryan Pinto, CEO of Ryan Group. “We’re creating environments where children can dream big, think critically, and thrive emotionally.”

    Looking ahead, the Ryan Group plans to open over 100 new schools in India and globally over the next 10 years. With a footprint spanning 150+ institutions in 40+ cities, the group is entering a bold new era of growth, guided by its core principles of excellence, empathy, and innovation.

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    • Salil Urunkar

      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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