Shaping the Next Generation of Entrepreneurial Leaders
The Next Chapter in American Education
Astra is a proudly American family of forward-thinking schools dedicated to giving students the curiosity, mastery, and character to build tomorrow, and to bring others along with them.
Our Story
The world is changing, and education has to catch up.
We started Astra with a simple belief: every child deserves a school that equips them to shape their own future, not just survive it.
Our People
Arvind Nagarajan
Founder, CEO
David Chen
Founder, Chief Product Officer
Aneesh Kulkarni
Chief Technology Officer
What ties every Astra school together?
Every Astra campus shares the same core commitment: helping students grow into bold, thoughtful, and future-ready human beings. Across all we do, we cultivate:
Curiosity
We help students stay wide-eyed about the world—asking big questions and pursuing what excites them.
Ambition
We nurture a drive to master hard things, set high standards, and dream audaciously.
Confidence
Not bravado—but the earned belief that they can solve problems, speak up, and shape their own story.
Kindness
Because intelligence without compassion isn't enough. We model empathy, respect, and service to others.
Current and Future Locations
Astra is expanding to bring our innovative educational approach to communities across the United States.
Astra Academy North Carolina
Our flagship campus in Raleigh will offer a comprehensive 5-8 middle school program focused on entrepreneurial leadership and innovation.
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Future Locations
Astra is expanding nationwide. We're evaluating locations and communities that share our vision for educational excellence.
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