About Us - Kids Cottage Lahore

Kids Cottage Lahore (KCL)

At Kids Cottage Lahore, we embrace a purely organic learning model for preschoolers, which focuses on creating a natural, unstructured, and holistic educational environment. Our programme is designed for hands-on experiences, exploration, and play that allows children to learn at their own pace and according to their interests. This approach emphasises developing the whole child – mind, body, and soul – through activities that connect with nature and real life experiences, rather than relying on screens or rigid curricula.

Our primary goal is social and emotional development of the child, recognising that a strong foundation in mental abilities leads to natural and effortless cognitive learning.

Away from the traditional learning model, where preschoolers are placed in a regimented environment, we aim to create an environment that ignites curiosity, enhances self confidence and develops strong bonds.

Our aim is not to force learning but to cultivate a passion for it. By nurturing each child’s unique potential, we empower them to become socially & emotionally adept individuals, ready to face the future with its numerous challenges.

Our Vision

At Kids Cottage, we are pioneering an educational frontier that pushes forward the limits of traditional learning paradigms. Amidst technology’s whirlwind, we anchor young minds in humanistic values, shaping them to navigate tomorrow’s challenges with grace and innovation. We embrace inclusivity, celebrate diversity, and highlight individuality, to enable every learner to find their place.

Our Mission

Create an inclusive preschool where all children feel valued and supported.
Provide tailored educational and therapeutic support for academic growth.
Foster acceptance and community by celebrating diversity.
Meet each child’s individual needs for smooth integration into regular
classes.
Promote understanding and inclusivity among all learners.

Meet the Team

Naila Zahid

Director

Naila is an educationist with over 30 years of experience with leading education institutions. She is a dynamic visionary, committed to the belief that the right educational approach is the most significant changemaker in a child’s life.

Sana Virk

Director Operations

With 12 years of extensive experience in education across diverse fields, Sana has cultivated a creative, innovative and energetic approach that she brings to all her endeavors to transform the traditional education paradigm.

Sabeen Bilal

Inclusive System Lead

Sabeen is one of the founders of inclusive education in Pakistan. She is dedicated to transforming the lives of children with additional needs. She is among the top therapists in Pakistan, known for her technical expertise and compassionate approach.

Hina Haroon

Early Education Specialist

An early years specialist with more than 25 years of experience, Hina champions the role of pedagogical development in improving the state of early years’ education in Pakistan, for children during their most vital stages of learning.

Rasti Mustajab

Inclusion Center Manager

Raasti Mustajab leads Kids Cottage Lahore’s Inclusion Centre, overseeing every child’s journey through assessment, therapy planning and progress monitoring – working closely with therapists, teachers and families to make sure a child’s progress in therapy carries through into the classroom.