About Us
Education Quality Foundation of India (EQFI), established in 2007, is driven by the vision of empowering every child to learn, explore, and innovate. By championing quality education, EQFI transforms potential into capabilities, enabling students and educators to create a future of possibilities and become future-ready citizens.
Vision
We catalyze excellence in school education by fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, to transform schools through professional development, impactful education interventions, and measurable outcomes.
Mission
We deliver holistic solutions to schools, focusing on quality improvement. Leveraging our expertise in educational systems, curriculum, and pedagogy, empowering stakeholders and creating sustainable, impactful improvements in teaching and learning processes.
Our Core Pillars
Research & Impact Assessment
Generating evidence to inform decisions and strengthen education systems.
Project Implementation
Designing and executing education programs at scale with measurable outcomes.
Capacity Building & Content Development
Empowering educators and institutions through training and high-quality resources.
Research & Impact Assessment
Data-driven insights for meaningful educational change
Overview
EQFI brings deep expertise in conducting large-scale research studies and impact assessments to evaluate educational interventions. Our work bridges the gap between program design and on-ground realities, enabling stakeholders to make informed, strategic decisions.
What We Do
Student Learning Assessments
Design and implementation of competency-based assessments across subjects including English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, and EVS.
Impact Assessments
Evaluation of education programs to measure effectiveness, scalability, and sustainability using mixed-method approaches.
Education Research & Studies
Conducting thematic and large-scale research studies to understand systemic challenges, policy alignment, and implementation gaps.
Scale & Expertise
+ students assessed
states covered
+ assessment tools developed
+ large-scale impact studies
Featured Projects
National Achievement Survey
In collaboration with NCERT & UNICEF, supporting large-scale national assessments.
Tata Trusts – Khan Academy India
Implementation and evaluation of digital learning initiatives across regions.
Hybrid Learning Program
With Vodafone & Pratham, enabling blended learning models for students.
UNICEF – Jammu & Kashmir Study
Research study focused on education systems and regional learning outcomes.
Our Approach
Assess
Analyze
Recommend
Strengthen Systems
Outcomes
Our research and assessments have enabled:
Improved program design and targeting
Evidence-based decision making
Enhanced learning outcomes
Scalable and sustainable interventions
Project Implementation
From design to delivery—creating measurable impact on the ground
Overview
EQFI partners with organizations to design and implement education programs that address real challenges in classrooms and communities. Our implementation approach ensures alignment with local contexts, stakeholder needs, and long-term sustainability.
Key Areas of Implementation
Learning Improvement Programs
Programs focused on strengthening foundational and subject-specific learning outcomes.
School Transformation Initiatives
Whole-school approaches including audits, academic planning, and ecosystem strengthening.
EdTech Integration
Supporting digital and hybrid learning initiatives, including program deployment and monitoring.
Teacher Support Systems
On-ground mentoring, classroom observation, and continuous professional support.
Scale of Implementation
+ schools engaged
+ teachers supported
Multi-state implementation across 23 states
Sample Initiatives
Road to School – Ashok Leyland
Gyan Ka Pitara – Educate Girls
Rise to Shine – Teach for India
Implementation Model
Diagnose
Design
Implement
Monitor
Improve
Outcomes
Our implementation work has led to:
Improved classroom practices
Increased student engagement
Strengthened school systems
Measurable improvement in learning levels
Teacher Skill Audit
Assess. Strengthen. Transform Teaching Practices.
Overview
The EQFI Teacher Skill Audit is a comprehensive, evidence-based diagnostic tool designed to evaluate classroom practices and professional competencies of educators.
It enables schools and education programs to identify strengths, address gaps, and create structured pathways for teacher development—ultimately improving student learning outcomes.
Why Teacher Skill Audit Matters
Teachers are the most critical drivers of learning outcomes. However, without structured insights into their practices, professional development often remains generic and ineffective.
EQFI’s Teacher Skill Audit provides actionable, data-driven insights that help institutions move from assumption-based training to targeted, need-based interventions.
Our Approach
Diagnose
Observe
Analyze
Recommend
Support Improvement
Explanation:
Classroom observations and structured tools
Competency mapping across defined domains
Data analysis and reporting
Customized recommendations
Follow-up support for improvement
Five Core Competency Areas
Learner Management
Evaluates how teachers create inclusive, engaging, and student-centered learning environments. Focus areas include differentiated instruction, classroom climate, and student engagement.
Resource Management
Assesses the effective use of teaching-learning materials, digital tools, and curriculum-aligned resources to enhance learning outcomes.
Transaction of Learning
Examines how teachers deliver content—lesson structure, clarity of concepts, connection to real-life contexts, and alignment with learning objectives.
21st Century Skills
Evaluates the integration of critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication in classroom practices, along with the teacher’s own demonstration of these skills.
🤝 Professional Culture
Assesses the teacher’s role as a reflective practitioner—collaboration with peers, engagement with parents, initiative-taking, and contribution to school development.
What Makes EQFI’s Audit Unique
✔ Evidence-based and structured framework
✔ Aligned with national education priorities (NCF, NEP)
✔ Combines qualitative and quantitative insights
✔ Focus on improvement, not evaluation alone
✔ Customizable for schools, NGOs, and large-scale programs
Scale & Experience
EQFI has successfully conducted Teacher Skill Audits across multiple schools and education programs, supporting institutions in strengthening teaching practices and improving classroom effectiveness.
Audits conducted in 20+ schools
Applicable across diverse geographies and school systems
Adaptable for both small and large-scale interventions
Outcomes & Impact
The Teacher Skill Audit enables institutions to:
Identify specific teacher development needs
Design targeted professional development programs
Improve classroom practices and student engagement
Strengthen overall school quality and performance
Build a culture of continuous improvement
RECOGNITION
EQFI’s Teacher Skill Audit received a distinctive citation from the India Didactics Association at the IDA Corporate Awards (2018), recognizing its contribution to improving teaching quality.
Strengthen Teaching. Improve Learning Outcomes.
Partner with EQFI to implement Teacher Skill Audits and build a strong foundation for effective, future-ready classrooms.
Capacity Building & Content Development
Empowering educators to drive lasting change
Overview
EQFI strengthens education systems by building the capacity of teachers, school leaders, and institutions through structured training programs and high-quality content.
What We Offer
Teacher Training Programs
Workshops on pedagogy, subject knowledge, and 21st-century skills.
Teacher Skill Audits
Diagnostic tools to assess and improve teacher competencies.
Content Development
Development of curriculum-aligned resources and learning kits.
21st Century Skills & SEL
Programs focused on creativity, communication, and collaboration.
Key Highlights
100+
training programs conducted
378+
learning modules developed
Multi-domain
expertise across subjects and skills
Teacher Skill Audit
Learner Management
Resource Management
Transaction of Learning
21st Century Skills
Professional Culture
Outcomes
Improved teacher effectiveness
Adoption of innovative pedagogies
Enhanced student learning experiences
Sustainable professional development systems
Student learning assessments
With a repository of over 1000+ tools, EQFI evaluates age-appropriate competencies across core subjects like Hindi, English, Mathematics, Science, and EVS. These tools have been successfully implemented by more than 20 partner organizations, demonstrating their effectiveness in improving student outcomes. To date, over 10,00,000+ students across 23 states have been assessed, reflecting the broad reach and impact of our initiatives.
Impact assessments
At EQFI, we empower implementing partners and intervention agencies by evaluating their scope of work and methodologies in the context of on-ground realities. Our recommendations guide systemic changes, ensuring sustainable strategies and maximum outreach to stakeholders. We have conducted approximately 14+impact assessments across the country in areas like science based learning, technology, optimum resource utility at schools, etc.
Audits of Teaching-Learning processes
EQFI supports institutions in maintaining high teaching-learning standards through comprehensive audits, such as academic (Teacher Skill Audit), technology, and whole-school evaluations. These emphasize self-reflection, improvement, and adherence to standards, driving better initiatives and enhanced student wellbeing.
EQFI has conducted audits in more than 20 schools across the country with the aim of evolving schools into dynamic learning environments that foster holistic development, improve teaching practices, and enhance student outcomes.
These audits range across Whole School Audits, Technology Audits and Teacher Skill Audits.
Content Development and Teacher Training
Leveraging deep expertise in education systems, curriculum, and pedagogy, we develop and deliver content aligned with modern educational needs. Our need-based teacher training workshops empower schools to enhance professional development programs, cultivating a resource pool of skilled and confident educators ready to meet the demands of evolving education landscapes.
EQFI has successfully conducted more than 100 training sessions in areas such as English and Mathematics teaching, 21st-century skills, understanding the National Curriculum Framework (NCF). Additionally, EQFI has developed innovative learning kits in English, Mathematics and Science, designed to enhance children's educational experiences.
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We serve across the country through our own team and trusted partners.
Chairperson
Meera Balachandran
DirectorPresident’s National Award Winner and school Principal for over 3 decades. She has been nominated by Ministry of Human Resource and Development as a member of the executive committee of National Council for Educational Research and Training. She is an English expert and is on the governing body of several schools in Delhi and outside Delhi.
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