The SOL Guides

Unlocking early childhood opportunities
is the key to lifelong success

Science and data have long demonstrated the importance of early years in the optimal development of children. Our devices offer us a plethora of research on this subject and yet, it can be daunting to sort through all the information out there. SOL Guides are here to help you understand the latest and best ECD practices by making all of the cutting edge science accessible and easy to implement. What’s more, we help customize this knowledge to your circumstances and environment so that our tools and recommendations are the most relevant and contextual for you.

About

Priti Agrawal

Priti Agrawal is a certified ECD expert, with a certificate from HarvardX in ECD: Global Strategies for Implementation. Priti also has over a decade of experience in training companies and individuals in the art of storytelling. A strategist and consultant by profession, she has worked with many groups, big and small, to facilitate purpose-driven brand building strategies. Her clients span a cross-section of industries across India and Nepal.

Mother to a curious 2 year old, Priti hopes to bring her experience as a storyteller and strategist, and her passion for early education towards empowering caregivers, educators and policymakers in creating equitable and quality ECD opportunities for children everywhere.

Founder: Crisp Stories Pvt. Ltd.

Author: Lila and The Prettyamazing Explorers (a Children’s Picture Book)

About

Ayushi Kedia

Ayushi Kedia Agrawal, a dedicated child development expert, parent coach, and founder of Grooming Tales & Abeer Preschool, has spent over a decade supporting parents in raising self aware and confident children. With a focus on fun based personalized learning for children and sharing valuable resources for parents and educators, Ayushi has made significant contributions to child welfare. Notably, she holds the Guinness World Record for the largest gender equality session and serves as the National Teacher Trainer for Round Table Nepal, empowering teachers to create an impact. Through collaborations with NGOs and government bodies, Ayushi continues to champion community empowerment and child advocacy.

Founder: Abeer Preschool

Co-founder: Grooming Tales

Why ECD?

The early years of a child’s life are crucial for their overall development, shaping their cognitive, social, emotional,and physical well-being. It is during this time that children establish the foundation for future learning andsuccess. As educators and caregivers, it is our responsibility to ensure that every child receives the support andguidance they need to thrive.

Implementing quality ECD practices and interventions in preschools is essential for several reasons:

School
Readiness

Quality ECD practices preparechildren for the transition to formalschooling, equipping them with theskills and knowledge they need tosucceed academically and socially.

Optimal
Development

By understanding the unique needs and abilities of young children, we can create environments and experiences that promote optimal development across all domains.

Inclusivity &
Equity

Access to quality early childhood education can help level the playing field for children from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that every child has an equal opportunity to reach their full potential.

Long-Term
Benefits

Research has shown that investing in early childhood education yields significant long-term benefits, including higher academic achievement, increased earning potential, and reduced likelihood of involvement in crime and delinquency.

Our work

ECD Consultancy andGuidelines for iDE

A reputed iNGO with a thriving office in Nepal, iDE aims to empowerwomen in rural Nepal with opportunities and skills to enter theorganized labor market to make them financially independent.
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For one of their impassioned projects, they encharged with uscreating clear and relevant guidelines for Child Care Centresacross the country that would create quality and accessible ECDopportunities for children of 0-5 years of age, while also enablingtheir young mothers to seek employment in the ensuing free hours.The guidelines we have created for them will now serve as anadaptable format, not just for centres in Nepal, but also in iDE-powered projects in their offices around the world.

ECD Consultation for Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC)

The KMC is committed to enhancing the quality of life, education and opportunities available to its constituents by creating platforms for effective ECD interventions. In a tripartite working group comprised of the KMC, the Kathmandu University (KU) and private contractors like us, we are helping the government and the academia build our ECD interventions that are culturally and contextually relevant so that the children of Kathmandu city have access to world class ECD opportunities at little to no cost.