KEDMAN Global Partners with Franchise India to Power Nationwide School Expansion

Kedman Global has announced a strategic partnership with Franchise India Brands Limited, appointing the company as its exclusive franchise development partner to scale Manav Rachna International Schools (MRIS), Kunskapsskolan Schools, and the Swedish KED Program across India.

This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the evolution of India’s premium K–12 education landscape, bringing the globally acclaimed KED personalized-learning model, with more than 100 successful schools across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, to Indian learners.

Rising Demand for International Curriculum in India

The Indian education market is experiencing an unprecedented shift toward progressive schooling. According to industry estimates:

• India’s K–12 sector is forecast to grow from $71 billion in 2024 to $183 billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 11 percent.
• The international curriculum segment is expanding at nearly twice the pace of traditional boards, driven by rising aspirations, increased mobility, and NEP-driven learning reforms.
• Tier I and Tier II cities are witnessing rapid growth in demand for premium, skills-led education aligned with global benchmarks.

With families increasingly seeking personalized learning pathways and international exposure for their children, the timing is ideal for expanding innovative models like the KED Program.

Partnership Highlight

Under this partnership between Manav Rachna Educational Institutions and Kunskapsskolan Sweden, Kedman Global brings together two decades of Swedish research-based personalized learning and more than 20 years of Indian school-leadership expertise. Supported by Franchise India, this collaboration will introduce multiple school formats for new and existing schools across the country, including Licensee-Owned, Licensee-Operated, and Licensee-Owned Company-Operated.

Expansion will be pan-India, beginning with key metropolitan hubs and scaling across Tier II markets where demand for international education is accelerating most rapidly.

Sunitha Nambiar, CEO of Manav Rachna International Schools, said, “This partnership enables us to bring a proven global learning approach to more students across India. The KED Program’s strong focus on coaching, clear learning pathways, and student ownership fits perfectly with our vision for future-ready schooling. With Franchise India’s support, we are confident of expanding this model in a structured and excellence-driven manner.” 

Christian Wetell, Executive Vice President and Head of International Operations at Kunskapsskolan Education, said, “The potential in India is enormous. The KED Program has helped students in many countries become confident, independent learners, and we believe the same approach will benefit Indian families as well. Bringing Swedish personalized learning together with Manav Rachna’s strong academic presence creates a powerful opportunity for schools nationwide.”

Gaurav Marya, Chairman and Founder, Franchise India, stated, “Parents today seek global exposure, innovation, and personalized education. MRIS and the KED Program bring a new benchmark to India’s K–12 space, and we are proud to lead its nationwide rollout.”

This partnership sets the stage for a transformational expansion of premium, student-centric schooling across India. With a blend of global standards, personalized learning, and local relevance, KEDMAN Global aims to redefine the future of Indian education.

Schools under this partnership will open in phased clusters across India, with a special emphasis on Tier I and emerging Tier II markets where demand for international schooling is evident.