Each workshop ticket grants entry to the Festival of Play for the attendee + 1 adult, with no additional entry ticket required. 

What if play wasn’t a break from learning—but the heart of it?

For over a decade, Papagoya, one of India’s pioneering play-based schools, has been reimagining what learning looks like when play takes center stage. Their annual flagship experience, The Playbook, invites educators, parents, and changemakers to explore play as a serious tool for cognitive, emotional, and social growth.

At the Festival of Play, Papagoya brings a special 90-minute preview — The Mini Playbook — where you’ll get a taste of their signature experience.

Through this immersive session, discover how storytelling, food, architecture, and even AI can spark curiosity, creativity, and learning through the senses.

Whether you’re a parent, educator, or designer, this is your chance to see how India’s leading play-based pioneers are reshaping learning with joy at its core.

Age group: Adults
Date & Time: November 29th, Saturday @ 2PM
Location: Saptaparni, Hyderabad 
Session duration: 60min
Session price: ₹490

Helen Issar is the founder and director of Papagoya, a Nordic-inspired school that champions play-based learning for children aged 1–12. With over 20 years of experience across marketing and entrepreneurship, and a decade leading Papagoya, she is reimagining education to make learning joyful, inclusive, and meaningful.
Coming from a family of passionate educationists, Helen believes deeply in the power of play and in creating systems where both children and women can thrive. She was featured in Hum: When Women Lead by UN Women and the Ford Foundation for her work in supporting working mothers and transforming education in India.

Pritika Joseph’s passion for working with children began while volunteering at a school in Kerala, where she discovered the deep fulfillment of being part of a child’s world. Having grown up as a quieter voice herself, she understands what it feels like to be overlooked — a realization that now drives her to ensure every child at Papagoya feels heard, valued, and encouraged to express themselves. As Head of Programs, she finds joy in creating a play-filled curriculum that celebrates each child’s unique interests, placing their voices at the heart of everything Papagoya does.

Tickets Policy: No Refunds, No Reschedules, No Cancellations, No Exchanges
All workshop bookings for the Festival of Play are final. We do not offer refunds, reschedules, cancellations, or exchanges for any reason. This policy helps us maintain the quality and integrity of the workshops and ensures a seamless experience for all attendees. Thank you for your understanding.

Photo & Video Disclaimer: We love capturing the joy and magic of play! Photos and videos will be taken throughout the Festival of Play to document and share these special moments. By purchasing a ticket, you agree that images and recordings of you and your family may be used by the organizers for event highlights, marketing, and promotional purposes.