about us
What is Lumina Terra?
Lumina Terra is a distinguished educational institution nestled in the vibrant city of Lucknow, India.
Lumina Terra is built on many decades of family legacy of running the world’s largest school—City Montessori School, Lucknow. This rich heritage is combined with the extensive global experience of its founder, Dr. Sunita Gandhi, a renowned educator, innovator, researcher, and author. Dr. Gandhi has established schools in Iceland and the Czech Republic and has studied educational systems in 50 countries.
Our Mission
At Lumina Terra, we provide a nurturing environment where every child, as the light of the world, can develop essential 21st-century skills and traits. We strive to cultivate confident, compassionate, and capable leaders who positively contribute to society. Our mission reflects the belief that education should serve humanity, fostering noble qualities in each individual.
Our Vision
We envision Lumina Terra, School of Nations, as a lighthouse guiding students toward a future where they thrive in an interconnected world. Our students will possess the skills, traits, and knowledge to make meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond, embodying unity, service, and the power of light in shaping a better world.
Goal of Education
At Lumina Terra, we believe education is about more than just academic success. Our goal is to help students develop the skills and values they need to face life's challenges with confidence and resilience. Through a curriculum focused on practical life skills, we aim to shape well-rounded individuals who can succeed in all areas of life. This aligns with our belief that education should help students grow in service to others and contribute to positive change in their communities and beyond.
Our Beliefs
Our core values are the cornerstone of everything we do at Lumina Terra, reflecting principles of
education:
Lumina Terra is not just a place of learning; it is a hub of inspiration and transformation.
Together, we strive to empower our students to reach for the sky and beyond, shaping a future
filled with promise and possibility, guided by principles on education.
Why Lumina Terra?
At our school, children are not only learning and growing—they are thriving in an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters global citizenship, and champions sustainable thinking. Surrounded by a vibrant community of educators, mentors, and peers from around the world, our students feel the daily support of a learning culture that nurtures their individual strengths and encourages them to explore new ideas with confidence and purpose.
Rooted to Rise: Where Tradition Powers Tomorrow
- We grow grounded global thinkers.
- With tradition at the core and innovation in every step, Lumina Terra blends timeless values with future-ready learning.
- From khadi uniforms and vegetarian meals to thoughtful AI integration and artistic exploration, every detail is intentional.
- Our LT AI Story Creator App empowers every child to become an author — not of just one story, but a library of books written with purpose.
- Children are encouraged to dedicate their creative work to causes they care about, nurturing early social entrepreneurship.
- We intentionally build the 4Cs of 21st-century learning — Collaboration, Communication, Critical Thinking, and Creativity — into daily practice, projects, and play.
Shaping Thinkers, Builders, and Changemakers
- Children emerge with a strong sense of identity, clarity of thought, and purpose in action.
- They grow as empathetic communicators, team players, and independent problem-solvers.
- Alongside cognitive skills, we cultivate character. Through the 4C traits — Character, Climate consciousness, Connection, and emotional strength — we shape learners who are mentally resilient, socially aware, and deeply responsible.
- At Lumina Terra, we prepare children not just for success — but for significance.
- With grit, grace, and leadership, they are equipped to thrive in the world and to uplift it.
International Committee
Pirjo Koivula
Finnish educator and policymaker known for her contributions to inclusive education and early intervention reforms
