✦ CHELMSFORD · SEPTEMBER 2027
A new home for language, culture and connection. Helping the next generation discover their roots and find their voice — beginning with Gujarati.
A LITTLE MORE THAN A LANGUAGE SCHOOL
For families raising children between cultures, language is a bridge — to grandparents, to stories, to celebrations and to a richer sense of self.
Pardesi Academy is being built to make heritage learning thoughtful, engaging and part of everyday life in Britain.
Meet our first programme
INTRODUCING PARDESI GUJARATI SCHOOL
Launching in the Chelmsford area in September 2027, our first programme is being designed for primary-age children with a long-term, structured pathway towards Gujarati GCSE.
Early learners · Year 1 onwards
Playful, age-appropriate entry into Gujarati through stories, conversation, sound, early literacy and joyful participation.
Developing learners · Age-appropriate groups
Structured practice in reading, writing, vocabulary and conversation, with teaching adapted to the child’s age and stage.
Speaking → Listening → Reading → Writing → Culture
Class names, age groupings, timetable and fees are being finalised. We will share confirmed details before formal enrolment.
THE PARDESI APPROACH
Our teaching plans combine clear progression with imagination, participation and cultural pride.
Build the confidence to use Gujarati naturally and meaningfully.
Develop script recognition, reading fluency and understanding.
Grow from first letters to clear, expressive written language.
Explore traditions through festivals, storytelling and shared experiences.
OUR BIGGER VISION
We imagine an academy where British-Indian children can discover language, faith, arts and community in ways that feel relevant to their lives today.
Future programmes will grow in response to demand, the right people and the right opportunities.
LanguagesPotential Hindi, Punjabi and Tamil programmes
↗Faith & heritageShlokas, festivals, stories and workshops
↗Creative expressionTabla, dance, garba and performance
↗Community & eventsCelebrations, school productions and more
↗BE PART OF THE BEGINNING
We’re currently gathering interest from families considering weekend Gujarati education in the Chelmsford area.
Complete our registration of interest form to tell us about your family?s interest in the Gujarati School.
Tell us your child’s school year and that you’d like to hear about our September 2027 launch. There is no payment or commitment at this stage.
Register interest Registration of interest via Google FormsSubmitting an expression of interest does not confirm enrolment or guarantee a place.
GOOD TO KNOW
Some details are still being confirmed as we prepare for launch.
We are planning to open in the Chelmsford area in September 2027. The exact venue and timetable will be announced once confirmed.
No. We are designing an accessible starting point for beginners, with teaching adapted to children’s ages and current language abilities.
Our first programme is planned from Year 1 onwards. Final class groupings and capacities are still being worked out.
That is the long-term goal. We aim to create structured progression in speaking, listening, reading and writing through the school years.
Please complete our registration of interest form to let us know you?re interested in the Gujarati School.