By Special Correspondent | Published: March 2026 | Nagpur, India
“I had no money, no connections, and no roadmap. What I had was a belief — that every child’s brain holds unlimited power, and my job was simply to unlock it.”
These words from Harshad Rajkumar Walde, founder of the School of Brain, capture the spirit behind a movement that began in a modest classroom in Nagpur, Maharashtra and has since grown into an international educational initiative.
What started as a small experiment in cognitive training has evolved into a network of training centres and certified educators working across multiple countries. The mission remains simple yet powerful: help children unlock their cognitive potential while giving educators and professionals a pathway to build independent careers.
A Difficult Beginning
Every major success story begins with uncertainty, and Harshad’s journey was no exception. Years ago, he began teaching children in Nagpur with the idea that learning could be dramatically improved if the brain’s natural abilities were properly trained.
However, the concept he introduced — Midbrain Activation — was unfamiliar to most parents and educators in India at the time.
Convincing people was not easy.
Many parents were skeptical about whether such techniques could truly enhance their children’s learning abilities. Some educators dismissed the idea outright. There were months when Harshad struggled to find students and questioned whether his vision would ever take shape.
But he persisted.
“I wasn’t looking for quick recognition,” he recalls. “I wanted to see real changes in children’s learning ability, confidence, and focus.”
Gradually, those changes began to appear.
When Results Spoke Louder Than Words
The turning point came through the children themselves.
Students who participated in the training began showing noticeable improvements in memory, concentration, and reading speed. Parents who initially doubted the programme started sharing their experiences with friends and relatives.
Soon, what began as word-of-mouth recommendations turned into a steady flow of enquiries.
Parents started travelling from neighbouring cities to enroll their children. Schools began inviting Harshad to conduct workshops and awareness sessions.
“When you see a child who struggled to remember basic lessons suddenly absorbing information quickly, you realise something powerful is happening,” Harshad explains. “That’s when I understood that this was more than a course — it was a transformation.”
Understanding Midbrain Activation
At the core of the School of Brain methodology lies the principle of midbrain activation.
The midbrain acts as a bridge between the left hemisphere of the brain, responsible for logic and analytical thinking, and the right hemisphere, which governs creativity and imagination.
Through a series of guided exercises, meditation techniques, and sensory activities, the programme aims to stimulate this region of the brain, particularly in children between the ages of 5 and 15.
The approach used by the School of Brain combines multiple learning systems and cognitive techniques, including:
Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)
Dermatoglyphics Multiple Intelligence Test (DMIT) analysis
Photographic memory development
Quantum speed reading
Mindfulness and meditation practices
Together, these methods aim to improve focus, memory, emotional resilience, and learning confidence in students.
Core Programmes Offered by School of Brain
Over time, the School of Brain has expanded its offerings into a variety of training modules designed for both children and adults.
Some of the major programmes include:
• Midbrain Activation training
• Photographic Memory and Speed Reading
• DMIT Intelligence Analysis
• NLP Coaching and Personal Development
• Autism and ADHD cognitive support programmes
• Meditation and mindfulness training
• Mind-mapping techniques for students and professionals
• Train-the-Trainer certification for educators
Each programme focuses not only on academic performance but also on helping individuals understand how their minds work and how they can maximize their mental capabilities.
From Education to Entrepreneurship
While improving children’s learning abilities remains the central goal, the School of Brain has also developed an unexpected second mission: creating entrepreneurs.
Harshad believes the traditional model of education — studying for years only to search for a job — is becoming increasingly outdated.
Instead, he encourages individuals to build independent careers in education and coaching.
“Millions of talented people are chasing limited job opportunities,” he says. “But knowledge-based entrepreneurship can create both income and impact.”
Through its teacher training and franchise programmes, the School of Brain provides professionals with the opportunity to start their own training centres.
These centres offer the School of Brain curriculum while operating as independent businesses.
A Structured Teacher Training Programme
The School of Brain Teacher Training Course is designed as a comprehensive certification programme.
Participants receive extensive instruction in midbrain activation techniques and related cognitive training systems. The programme also includes practical teaching sessions where trainees work directly with students under expert supervision.
In addition to the educational training, participants are guided through the business side of running a centre, including marketing strategies, operational management, and student enrollment processes.
Certified trainers receive access to the official curriculum, branded learning materials, and ongoing support from the School of Brain network.
The goal is not simply to train educators but to help them establish sustainable careers.
Expanding Beyond India
What began as a single centre in Nagpur has gradually expanded into a global training network.
Today, certified trainers operate in several countries including the United States, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Thailand, Singapore, and multiple cities across India.
The model works across cultures because the core objective is universal: every parent wants their child to grow with confidence, intelligence, and emotional balance.
Franchise partners receive operational guidance, teaching resources, and support from the organization’s central team.
But perhaps the most valuable asset is the community.
“You’re not just starting a business,” Harshad says. “You’re joining a network of people who believe in empowering young minds.”
Looking Ahead
As education continues to evolve globally, initiatives like the School of Brain highlight the growing interest in alternative learning models that focus on cognitive development, emotional intelligence, and entrepreneurial thinking.
For Harshad Rajkumar Walde, the journey from a small classroom in Nagpur to an international training network is proof that one idea — backed by persistence — can transform thousands of lives.
“Every child has extraordinary potential,” he says. “Our job is simply to help them discover it.”
And if the growth of the School of Brain is any indication, that discovery is only just beginning.
