Swathi Krishnan

Head of School

“I strive to create enriched experiences that support and encourage each child as they embark on their educational journey.”

Swathi Krishan has been a treasured member of the Stratford family for 18 years, starting as a beloved preschool teacher at Stratford Sunnyvale Washington Park in 2006 and seamlessly moving into the role of well-respected school leader at Stratford Fremont Osgood in 2012. Now, as the Head of School of Santa Clara Winchester campus, Swathi brings a vibrant love for teaching and an active mission to share her skills and seasoned wisdom with her teachers, empowering them to reach their full potential as educators. Additionally, she strives to nurture meaningful relationships with her students, teachers, and staff, working to build strong bonds with the families in her school community. Swathi has been joyfully leading the Santa Clara Winchester campus since 2021.

Swathi lives by T.S. Eliot’s quote, “Every moment is a fresh beginning.” She is excited to expand the impact and reach of Stratford’s hands-on STEAM learning and warm, nurturing classroom environment within the Santa Clara community.

Dipali Bhatt

Assistant Director

As an Early Educator and facilitator, being a part of an organization that believes in a well-rounded curriculum that fosters children’s curiosity and eagerness to learn fuels my passion for being at Stratford School.”

Dipali has been with Stratford for the last 15 years and has a total teaching experience of 17 years. While at Stratford, she taught preschool, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and first grade.  She has taught online and on campus and brings an abundance of experience.  She also spearheaded our successful Mindfulness program at Stratford. She is a dedicated professional, and with her many years at Stratford, she has built many relationships and connections.