India, 12th March 2025 – Dreamtime Learning, founded by renowned educator Lina Ashar, has secured a pre-Series A funding round from Gruhas, the investment firm led by Nikhil Kamath and Abhijeet Pai. This strategic investment will fuel Dreamtime Learning’s mission to redefine education by fostering critical thinking, adaptability, and entrepreneurial problem-solving—moving beyond outdated industrial-age learning methods.
Transforming Education for the Future
With this funding, Dreamtime Learning aims to expand its micro-school model across metro cities, enhance its global online school serving 40+ countries, and strengthen its B2B education partnerships through its Powered by Dreamtime Learning initiative.
The Indian K-12 education sector, valued at $48.9 billion in 2023, is projected to grow at a 10.7% CAGR, reaching $125.8 billion by 2032. This growth is fueled by technological integration, hybrid learning models, government reforms (like NEP 2020), and increasing demand for skill-based education. Dreamtime Learning is at the forefront of this transformation, ensuring that education aligns with the future’s dynamic needs.
Pioneering a New Learning Paradigm
In just two years, Dreamtime Learning has launched:
- India’s First Micro-School Network in Hyderabad.
- A futuristic online school, delivering a personalized, real-world curriculum to learners in 40+ countries.
- Partnerships with 60+ schools, offering cutting-edge curriculum solutions through its Powered by Dreamtime Learning initiative.
Voices from the Leaders
Lina Ashar, Founder, Dreamtime Learning said:
“This investment is more than just financial—it’s a validation of our mission to transform education. At Dreamtime Learning, we focus on self-mastery, adaptability, and curiosity—skills essential for the future. With the backing of Gruhas and Nikhil Kamath, a role model for non-traditional learning success, we are set to scale our impact and redefine learning for a rapidly evolving world.”
Nikhil Kamath, Entrepreneur & Investor, Gruhas, emphasized:
“Education must evolve with the world. Today’s learning should be dynamic, relevant, and build real-world skills. Traditional education overemphasizes memorization and lacks adaptability. The future belongs to those who can learn, unlearn, and relearn. Our investment in Dreamtime Learning aligns with the vision of making education future-ready—fostering independent thinking, self-mastery, and lifelong curiosity.”
Sudipta Saha, Founding Chief Business Officer, Dreamtime Learning, added:
“This funding reaffirms our belief in the power of innovation in education. Lina and Nikhil are both disruptors in their fields—while others refine existing systems, they create what doesn’t exist yet. This alignment allows us to push boundaries and set new benchmarks in future-ready education.”
With this strategic investment, Dreamtime Learning is poised to lead the education revolution, ensuring that learners are equipped with the skills to navigate an ever-changing world.
