About PlayLearn India
Transforming Childhood Through Educational Play
Our Story
PlayLearn India began in 2015 when two parents, Aanya and Raj, became frustrated with the limited options for high-quality educational toys in the Indian market. With backgrounds in early childhood education and product design, they set out to create a toy store that would combine learning with joy.
What started as a small pop-up shop in Guwahati has grown into a nationwide brand with a mission to transform how India thinks about children's play. We believe that toys aren't just for entertainment—they're powerful tools for development, creativity, and learning.
Today, our carefully curated selection of toys supports children from infancy through primary school years, combining the best of international educational toy design with toys that celebrate India's rich cultural heritage.
Our Mission
At PlayLearn India, our mission is to empower children through play that engages, educates, and inspires. We believe that:
- Every child deserves access to toys that support their development
- Play is the most natural and effective way for children to learn
- Quality matters—in materials, design, and educational value
- Toys should inspire creativity, not limit it
- Cultural connection through play strengthens identity
We're committed to sourcing and creating toys that make learning a joyful adventure, helping raise a generation of creative, curious, and capable children.
Our Core Values
Educational Excellence
Every toy we offer is carefully evaluated for its developmental benefits and learning potential. We consult with educators and child development experts to ensure our selection supports key developmental milestones.
Safety First
We rigorously test all products to meet or exceed safety standards. From non-toxic materials to age-appropriate designs, safety is never compromised in our selection process.
Cultural Connection
We take pride in offering toys that celebrate India's rich cultural heritage alongside the best international designs, helping children connect with their roots while developing global perspective.
Sustainability
We're committed to reducing environmental impact through sustainable materials, minimal packaging, and partnerships with eco-conscious manufacturers. We believe the toys of today shouldn't compromise tomorrow.
Community Impact
Through our Play It Forward program, we donate educational toys to underserved communities and partner with schools to create play-based learning environments for all children.
Creativity Unleashed
We prioritize open-ended toys that encourage imagination, problem-solving, and self-expression, believing that the best toys grow with the child and adapt to their unique interests.
Meet Our Team
Aanya Sharma
Co-Founder & Educational Director
With a background in early childhood education and 15 years of teaching experience, Aanya brings expertise in developmental psychology and play-based learning to our product selection process.
Raj Patel
Co-Founder & Design Lead
A former product designer for international toy brands, Raj oversees product development and quality assurance, ensuring every toy meets our standards for durability, sustainability, and design excellence.
Dr. Meena Gupta
Child Development Consultant
A pediatrician specializing in developmental health, Dr. Gupta advises on age-appropriate toy selection and writes for our blog on topics related to play and child development.
Vikram Joshi
Artisan Partnership Manager
Working directly with traditional toy makers across India, Vikram helps bring handcrafted, culturally-rich toys to our collection while supporting traditional craftsmanship.
Our Impact
At PlayLearn India, success isn't just measured in sales figures but in the positive impact we create:
Through our "Play It Forward" initiative, a portion of every purchase goes toward providing educational toys and resources to children who might otherwise lack access to quality play materials.
What People Say About Us
PlayLearn has transformed how I think about toys. Their educational consultants helped me choose age-appropriate toys that my twins actually learn from while having fun. The quality is exceptional and worth every rupee.
Priya M.
Mother of twins
As a kindergarten teacher, I appreciate PlayLearn's commitment to educational value. Their blog provides excellent resources, and the toys I've purchased for my classroom engage children in meaningful learning through play.
Rajesh K.
Early Childhood Educator
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