Footprints Preschool & Daycare, a Gurugram-based chain focused on early childhood education, has secured $7.5 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Tanglin Venture Partners and marks a significant step forward for the brand’s national expansion.
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With this funding, Footprints plans to open new centres across India, upgrade its classrooms with smart learning tools, and invest further in its AI-backed education and surveillance technology. The goal? To make high-quality, safe, and transparent childcare more widely accessible to Indian families.
Founded by Raj Singhal, Purvesh Sharma, and Ashish Aggarwal, Footprints has grown into a trusted name for thousands of parents. Today, it operates over 175 centres in 25 cities and supports more than 48,000 families. Its curriculum is based on the US-origin HighScope approach, which promotes holistic development through active learning. What sets the startup apart is its emphasis on safety and parent involvement—each centre offers live CCTV access and real-time updates via mobile app.
“Our mission has always been to create spaces where children feel secure, inspired, and seen,” said Raj Singhal, co-founder and CEO. “With Tanglin’s backing, we’re ready to scale that vision and bring our model to more families in more cities.”
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Footprints is doubling down on smart classroom tech, including personalised AI-driven learning pathways that adapt to each child’s needs. The company is also investing in parent-facing features—like live feeds and mobile updates—that help build trust in a market where safety and transparency are top priorities. From thorough staff background checks to child-proof infrastructure, the startup is betting that technology and trust are the future of childcare in India.
