Meet The Team
Management
The People Behind KNPIS
Leadership With Purpose
KNPIS is led by a team that combines decades of academic experience, business acumen and pedagogical depth — but more importantly, by a shared belief that every child deserves an education that nurtures the whole person. Meet the people who quietly shape the spirit of this school.
What Guides Us
Four Beliefs Behind Every Decision
The quiet principles that have shaped KNPIS since day one — and continue to guide every classroom, every meeting, every milestone.
Forward-Looking
A leadership team that thinks beyond textbooks — preparing students for a fast-changing world rooted in timeless values.
Principles First
Every decision — academic, administrative or strategic — is measured against a single yardstick: is this right for the child?
High Standards
From classroom outcomes to campus infrastructure, the team relentlessly raises the bar — and never accepts ‘good enough’.
Student-Centred Always
Behind every policy and rule is a quiet question: how does this make a child's day better, safer, more joyful?
The Team
Meet The Leadership
Three leaders, one shared commitment — to shape KNPIS into a school every child is proud to call their own.
Mr. Bipin N Patel
Founder
Mr. Bipin Patel is in the academic sector since the last two decades now, also being the managing trustee at SMT K.N. Patel International School, Ahmedabad. He has a keen interest in campus development. His goal is to conceptually develop the students with the right life skills, so they can pursue their chosen endeavors in the future and stand out responsibly. All in all, he wants the students to shine brightly. Apart from the educational field, he is also an avid administrator being the Managing Director at Prasang Presidency, Chairman of Central club, Vice President of Rajpath Club. He is also an integral part of banking institutions being the director of GSC Bank and ADC Bank and last but not least, he is the Director at APMC, Ahmedabad.
Mr. Dhruv Patel
C.E.O.
Mr. Dhruv Patel is a distinguished leader recognized for his exceptional skills, unwavering dedication, and unwavering commitment to achieving excellence in all his endeavors. As a driving force behind the development and implementation of school policies, he has been instrumental in cultivating a nurturing and enriching learning environment. His humble yet resolute demeanor has significantly contributed to the school's remarkable success. Passionate about shaping the future of young minds, he excels at formulating and executing strategic academic decisions with precision and clarity. His profound understanding of the educational landscape makes him a truly exceptional leader, deeply respected and admired by both faculty and students alike.
Ms. Payal Siddhapura
Director & Principal
Mrs. Payal Siddhapura possesses an illustrious career in education, spanning fifteen years across the varied academic landscapes of Gujarat and the Delhi NCR region. A dynamic and multifaceted individual, she has been an indispensable pillar of K.N. Patel International School since its foundation. Her meticulous approach and exceptional administrative acumen have been instrumental in establishing and ensuring the institution's seamless operation. With her remarkable versatility, Mrs. Siddhapura continues to play a pivotal role in propelling the school's success and fostering its burgeoning growth.
Our Parent Organisation
Mahavira Education Trust
Managed By
Mahavira Education Trust
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Smt. K. N. Patel International School is proudly managed by the Mahavira Education Trust — an organisation committed to providing world-class education that balances academic excellence with strong ethical values.
Through KNPIS, the trust has shaped thousands of young minds in Ahmedabad — laying the foundations of character, curiosity and compassion that endure long after graduation.
School
KNPIS
Focus
CBSE Excellence
A Shared Belief
“Great schools are not built by buildings or boards — they are built by people who quietly believe that every child carries within them a unique spark of brilliance.”
— The KNPIS Leadership Team
Meet The Rest Of The KNPIS Family
Discover our story, our philosophy and the everyday people who make KNPIS what it is.