Saad Sait
Co-founder & Executive Director - Kai CIRCLE | Kai Early Years
Board Member & Executive Director - Legacy School Bangalore
Trustee - Vidyaniketan Academy
Saad is a visionary leader and principled professional with a rare ability to anticipate the future of education. With two decades of experience, he is a true trailblazer and has consistently been ahead of the curve in reimagining how schools can serve children, families, and society. In 2009, he returned to India to take the helm of Vidyaniketan Academy, and under his leadership, transformed it into Legacy School Bangalore a reputable international K–12 school known for its high standards in learning, operations, and innovation. His unwavering commitment to quality and progressive, student-centered practices has positioned Legacy as a leader in the Indian education landscape.
Over the years, Saad has gone on to establish Legacy Early Years, one of India’s leading Montessori preschools, and most recently launched Kai Early Years, India’s first standalone IB-authorized early years school. With a relentless drive for innovation and an eye for detail, he has led the design and development of learning environments that don’t just house education, but actively support it, making him one of the first in India to integrate purpose-built learning spaces as a pedagogical tool.
Saad pursued his education in India and the United States and began his professional career in the field of education at a private US university. As a lifelong learner, he also completed certificate courses in Leading Change in Education from the Business and Education Schools at Harvard University and the International Baccalaureate. Saad is regularly invited to speak at prestigious fora on a range of education transformation and school leadership topics. In September 2018, he was recognised among the Top 50 Visionaries in Education, and awarded the Education Icon of the Year 2018, by Education Today.
“At the heart of a great school are its passionate educators who come together every day to champion children and their learning. Kai aims to transform practices in the early years for educators, parents and schools across India and internationally, for the years to come."
Jennifer Sait
Co-founder | Director of Learning and Development - Kai CIRCLE | Kai Early Years
Board Member | Director of Learning and Development - Legacy School Bangalore
Jennifer is a visionary leader and pedagogical expert known for her strategic foresight, eye for detail, and unwavering belief in the transformative power of teachers and caregivers. With two decades of experience, she holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership, a dual undergraduate degree in Business Administration and International Business, and has pursued graduate studies in TESOL. She has also completed certificate courses in Leading Change in Education from the Business and Education Schools at Harvard University and the International Baccalaureate.
Jennifer’s global journey in education has taken her across the United States, South Korea, Ecuador, and India, where she has worked with children and educators from the early years through high school. Her experience spans a wide range of international curricula, including the International Baccalaureate, Cambridge International Pathway, Montessori, and Common Core.
As a former teacher and instructional leader, Jennifer played a central role in transforming Legacy School Bangalore into an international curriculum school. She continues to serve as Board Member and Director of Learning & Development at Legacy, where she remains actively involved in driving its strategic and academic growth. Building on this foundation, she led the design, development, and accreditation of Kai Early Years, India’s first standalone IB World School for early years and its first dual-curriculum model combining Montessori and the IB. Under her leadership, Kai successfully completed both the IB authorization and five-year evaluation cycles, earning national and international recognition for its quality and innovation.
Jennifer’s visionary leadership continues with the inception of Kai CIRCLE, where she is shaping a dynamic new chapter focused on empowering the adults who influence childhood development worldwide.
Jennifer leads with a strong focus on building culture and growing people. She mentors educators with deep commitment, personalization and care, empowering them to thrive and lead with clarity and confidence. She is regularly invited to speak at leading forums on educational transformation, early years leadership, and teacher development.
“Children flourish when the circle around them is strong. By empowering the adults who guide, nurture, and inspire them, we lay the foundation for a better future for every child."
Nidhi Udani
Co-founder & Director of Operations - Kai CIRCLE | Kai Early Years
Board Member & Director of Operations - Legacy School Bangalore
Nidhi has been a cornerstone of operational excellence at both Legacy School and Kai Early Years, playing a vital role in the successful startup and growth of Kai Early Years from its inception. With over a decade of experience at Legacy School, she has expertly implemented systems, processes, and quality controls that ensure smooth, efficient school operations.
Her wide-ranging responsibilities include managing vendors, partnerships, facility management, and providing strategic foresight to support sustainable growth. As the leader of talent acquisition, retention, and school culture, Nidhi leads with heart fostering a supportive and cohesive community where staff and faculty feel valued and empowered.
Her unique ability to unite operational teams and educators strengthens the foundation of both schools, creating thriving environments dedicated to delivering outstanding education.
“Working as a leader in school administration has been a journey of self-discovery, of unlearning and learning, leading and following, to ensure that we achieve a sense of well-being, and create a thriving community."
